Polaris Timbersled ST 93 RIPPER 2019, Owner'S Manual

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GET THE FORECAST
Make a riding plan based on the current avalanche
and weather forecast. It is important to remember that
overnight weather conditions may have created
unsafe riding terrain that was considered safe the day
before. Visit
www.avalanche.org or scan the QR code.
Follow the page links to locate current avalanche
reports and conditions for your area of operation.
GET AVALANCHE SAFETY TRAINING
Timbersled recommends you and all members of your
riding group participate in an avalanche safety
course. Visit
www.avalanche.org/education or scan
the QR code for education and training resources.
AVALANCHE AWARENESS
Avalanches are a matter of timing. A steep slope can be safe one day, but
unsafe the next day due to changing weather and wind conditions.
• Always review the user instructions provided with your safety equipment and
follow the recommendations for maintenance, testing and use. Always test
your safety equipment to ensure it works properly before riding in
mountainous terrain.
• Always store your survival gear in your backpack and wear the backpack. Do
not store your survival gear on the snowmobile.
• Always research current avalanche conditions in your area of operation
before riding. Check with local law enforcement, resort or lodging personnel,
gas station attendants and other riders to learn about current conditions and
any advisories in the area.
• Read and understand the avalanche danger scale. Pay attention to any
danger level warnings issued for your area of operation.
• Always remain alert while riding in mountainous terrain. Be aware of
snowpack conditions above you as you ride. Avalanches can occur at any
time regardless of current condition reports.
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SAFETY