rmk pro 800 good for newbie?

[jeff3000]

Thinking of getting into sledding this winter. Done it a couple times so
far (one time in the powder). Would be riding in Whistler, B-C area, so doing
mainly pow.

Most of the people I know here are riding summits but after doing some research, looks like the pro is the easiest one to handle.

So, what would you recommend for a newbie?

Also, how is the pro on the trails, I'v read that they are easy to tip.

 

[M8Chris]

I don't see why it wouldn't be a good idea. I say go for it. My first real mountain sled was an 07 m8 back in December of 06 and I learned to ride it and lOved that sled. Get the sled you want and learn to ride it!

 

[550iq]

Do it. After the sled has kicked your butt a few hundred times teaching you how to ride it, you'll either be wanting more or not. Then you'll know if it was a good fit for a newbie.

 

[displacement4me]

My 155'' 800 Pro is my first mountain sled, first sled besides my Mini-Z at that. Respect it and don't hop on it thinking you're Burandt or Lavallee. Grow in to it, accept constructive criticism from fellow riders, and don't be afraid to point, shoot and pull the trigger. You won't advance without scaring yourself, falling off, getting stuck, or even breaking something, so don't be discouraged !

I spent last weekend in Valemount for my first ride. It was sick, and I can't wait to go back. The Pro was pretty damn responsive to my amateur 125lb rider weight, I'm very happy with it.

 

[2XM3]

great sled for anybody,very easy to ride. Look at the 600 pro as well. I have both and will say the 600 with slightly less power may be easier to learn on. But you can't go wrong either way. Compared to learning on a old school sled....lmao....hahahahahahaha....Almost a good idea to ride a 90's vintage sled for a few hours to really know how nice the pro really is to ride !

 

[tbeaton]

no reason why it would not be a great sled for a new rider. get one and have fun. i'm actually interested to see how my wife likes mine this year. might trade the doo in next year for a 600 if she likes the rmk.

 

[poo18]

If your looking to do alot of trail riding i wouldnt suggest the pro rmk. you might find more use in your riding style with an assault or something similar to that. the pro was meant for deep powder and mountain riding.

 

[skibreeze]

The Pros are great sleds for new and experienced riders alike. I wouldn't rule out the '12 doos though. They are a very capable sled and light years ahead of the older xps in the handling dept. You really need to get out for a demo ride on boh to see how you like each one.

 

[AndrettiDog]

I love my Pro but I'll clue you in on something nobody else mentioned. The Pro chassis is awesome but it is tippy if you are not active on it. I mean that if you are not standing and shifting your weight it could just feel top heavy. If you are active as a rider then you won't have problems. But if you like to sit on the seat and ride I would recommend a Summit. This isn't a rip on the Doo it's just a more stable platform (which is why some say it's hard to side hill). My wife loves my Pro and I've taught her to stand and ride so that she has more body "input". If you ride dirtbikes you will know what I mean. Sitting on the seat leaves you in a bad position to make your body decide where you go. I would try riding the sled a little before buying.

 

[jeff3000]

thanx for the replies.

"BugIto", this is exactly the comments my friend, who is the best rider I
know, told me today.

He said that getting the easiest flickable sled on the market might not be
the best thing for me as a beginner. He said I would have to react all the
time to angle changes of the sled, especially on the trails and uphills that are
off angles.

On the other side, I wouldn't mind having the sled that is the easiest to carve and sidehill in powder. Need to think more about it.

Will be riding in whistler area, so mainly backcountry riding.

Went on a tour today and they had us ride ski doos renegade 1200cc
in the powder. I know I won't be buying that sled.

By the way, all you guys having the poo pro; how do you find it in the trails?