We are heading to Jackson in early March for 6 days riding. We have been out west before , but it's been over 10 years. Our friend we will be ring with told us a 165 is alot harder to ride compared to 155's. Looking for opinions. Will be up by brooks lake and box y lodge
Flatlander going to Wyoming 155 or 165 opinions
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KhaosRipcord
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If all you doing is trail riding a 165 might be harder to ride. But if it's steep and deep it's easier and more forgiving. A 155 is the best all around mountain sled for off trail.
All back country except to get back to lodge
Pray for DEEP SNOW and get the 165!!
The shorter the better for being aggressive riding however as the snow gets deep you have to maintain a minimum speed or you going to get stuck. Maintaining that minimum speed requires talent,strength and conditioning. The longer you go the slower you can go without getting stuck but the length reduces your maneuverability and for many that reduces the fun. I started my snowmobiling in the mountains with a 136" track and worked my way up to 155 and stayed there for 20 years or so. I am reaching 71 this season had have finally settled on a 175".
Cinno
A 165" won't be as much fun to ride, but it will be easier to ride than a 155". With a 165" you can go slower without getting stuck. It will also keep the front end down more, making it easier to control. My 130 lb. sister-in-law rides a 175", because she isn't aggressive and doesn't carry momentum, so the length helps to keep her from getting stuck. She loves it and never feels it too long or hard to ride because of the length.
Make the decision as late as possible once you know how the snow will be. If the snow is deep and fresh 165 otherwise 155.
A 165" is not harder to ride than a 155". If you're a new mountain rider, it will be more forgiving in flotation and stability on a sidehill. The only time I can notice the extra length is in the front end lift/ ability to do wheelies. You absolutely still can wheelie a 165", but it takes a little more effort.
I agree with MTsled3, a 165" is not harder to ride than a 155". The 165" is more forgiving and requires less overall effort in soft snow. The 155 is more playful and takes more knowledge and skill, especially in deep snow. Unless you're in tremendous shape or you have low snow conditions, I recommend the 165".
