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The right decisionYes, the above is a considerable expense, and it doesn't include the cost of a trailer, clothing, or other necessary gear. If you travel to go snowmobiling that adds cost. The numbers are higher if you choose a more expensive model, run it less than four seasons, or ride less than 1,200 miles per year.
Likewise, if you buy a less expensive model or keep the snowmobile longer than four years, do all the maintenance yourself, your costs can decrease. And you could go in with a buddy to buy a trailer so you both can haul your sleds on trips. Ultimately snowmobiling is better as a group activity anyway!
And for our money, NO OTHER MOTORSPORT compares to snowmobiling! The thrill of gliding through the woods, pushing powder or climbing a mountain is incomparable, whether you ride 300 miles per season or 3,000, on the latest sled or an older model, it's all about having fun, and that's not something you can put a price on. For many riders, snowmobiling is the last bastion of true freedom.
There's more good news too!
This is a tremendous buyer's market, with reduced prices and attractive incentives that deserve attention if you're considering a new sled. Of course, if the math really concerns you, there's one sure way to reduce your cost per mile … ride a lot more miles!