I ned to get some scratchers for next year and i really like the concept of the slidekicks (www.slidekicks.net) but haven't heard any thing about them. I really like not having to worry about them when i use reverse. Cuz i'll forget for sure. Any info would be great.
Slidekicks scratchers... Good or waste of money?
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I didn't like them first, but kept with them and they work pretty good. Double nut and locktite everything to keep them together. The tips need to be perfectly perpendicular to the ground to work properly. The guys that make them are good to deal with. I was hard on them here at first and they were patient and stood behind their product. Kudos to them.
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Buy some scratcher's from summitseeker on here you won't be disapointed . I have 2 set's and have hit reverse more time's than i know and have yet too break one.
Both work well
I have a pair from summitseeker on one sled and they work great. I also have a pair ofthe sidekickers. They don't put up as much snow as the rigid style but they do work well. I like that reverse is not an issue.
I have a pair from summitseeker on one sled and they work great. I also have a pair ofthe sidekickers. They don't put up as much snow as the rigid style but they do work well. I like that reverse is not an issue.
Thanks for the good word on my scratchers guys! Lots in stock.
I am sure the slidekicks work too.
I am sure the slidekicks work too.
Another customer for life here. I put 2 sets on 2 sleds this winter, won't use anything but.
The slidekicks have had quit the evolution in just one season. They went from a long wet noodle to a shorter and considerably stiffer cable. With the addition of new outter cable coverings and a 45 degree bend, they have become a force in the scratcher world. Are they perfect? No. But they are getting close. The addition of the carbide tip has actually made them work too good, hence the reason for a smaller cut of carbide. Feel free to ask any questions. I have used every version of the Slidekicks, even the ones that haven't hit the market yet. And yes, the manufacturer is awesome to work with.
I think the slidekicks are a pretty cool design. They seem pretty much indestructible. If I had to find a complaint with them, it would be the weight.
only problem i have seen with the slidecicks is if the trail is just harpacked snow or sort of mushy they dont kick up enough snow, but not breaking everytime you hit reverse is a really big plus.
Summitseeker, Can i get some info on your scratchers, Maybe pics and price. You can pm if you'd like. Thanks.
PM sent for pricing information. You can click on the link for a few pics.
http://www.snowest.com/forum/showthread.php?t=38435&highlight=scratchers
Hey guys... Got a quick question here about the slidekicks.
Every time I see them, I want them, BUT, I want to mount them on my ski's!! Like drill a hole just forward of the spindle bolt on the INSIDE and then when I don't want them down hook them just aft of the spindle on the ski "framing" I guess.
Anyone actually done this?? I just think having them up on the ski's would make them a bit more effective for kicking snow up right in front of the track for the slides. Plus they seem like they'd be less hassle up there. I dunno, it's summer, I got time to hear why this idea is dumb I guess!
Every time I see them, I want them, BUT, I want to mount them on my ski's!! Like drill a hole just forward of the spindle bolt on the INSIDE and then when I don't want them down hook them just aft of the spindle on the ski "framing" I guess.
Anyone actually done this?? I just think having them up on the ski's would make them a bit more effective for kicking snow up right in front of the track for the slides. Plus they seem like they'd be less hassle up there. I dunno, it's summer, I got time to hear why this idea is dumb I guess!
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Seems to me, in theory anyway, that ski mounted scratchers will do better at cooling as they throw more snow spray at the outside of the track. Rail mounted scratchers throw more spray at the inside of the track being better at hyfax lubrication.
Not a bad idea. The thing to keep in mind when doing this with any scratcher is the fixed/non-movable portion of the scratcher should not extend beyond the outside of the ski. Otherwise you can kiss them good bye. That part must be protected by oncoming obstacles just like the track protects it when attached to the rails.
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We are releasing a bracket this season for optional ski mounting. Stay tuned..
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Another BIG thumbs up for SummitSeeker's scratchers. 
I had a pair on my last sled, I have a pair on my new sled and I put a pair on my wife's sled too.
I have accidently gone in reverse with them down a couple times and they did not break.
They work awesome and he's a great guy to deal with.
I can't see a reason why I'd buy any different ones out there.
I had a pair on my last sled, I have a pair on my new sled and I put a pair on my wife's sled too.
I have accidently gone in reverse with them down a couple times and they did not break.
They work awesome and he's a great guy to deal with.
I can't see a reason why I'd buy any different ones out there.
I have a set of Scorchers from paragadgets and have zero complaints- very sturdy (even when backing up on them in hardpack at St. Helens) and great service to boot.
I buy Summitseekers scratchers for the shop, we sell dozens among dozens every year. Infact I sold 3 PAIR just this last month. Selling scratchers in the summer, haha. Anyways, I first saw the scorchers at a sled show this fall and wasn't too impressed with the design but these were the long wet noodle type. Haven't seen the new ones.
I'll continue with Summitseekers because he just hasn't let me down. Great service and a great product. Way better than the $50 Chinese scratchers that looks similar.
Here's a couple on our sleds.
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