Last night at 11:30pm ET BRP pulled the sheets of its 2016 snowmobile lineup and the Internet exploded.

Supertrax Media Inc. was quick on the draw with fresh editorial posted on supertraxmag.com within seconds, which received more than 50,000 views within a few short hours of posting – some of the highest immediate traffic numbers our site has seen!

So impressive was the response from our rabid fans that we experienced a literal server traffic jam resulting in slower load times for a short period and for this we apologize.

Mike Lester, Online Editor stated, “The response to these posts is impressive. We’re working to ensure the site is enhanced for increased traffic flow in the future, but this occasion is a testament to our fans and their passion for snowmobiling!”

Although the site got briefly overloaded, our technicians worked late into the morning hours to optimize speeds to ensure upcoming posts on the 2016 sleds will be fast and readily available.

Thanks to all our readers for your continued support. Your passion for our sport is what drives us and we’re proud to report on the sleds you love and even the ones you don’t.

Ride safe!

BRP (TSX:DOO) today introduced the 2016 Ski-Doo snowmobile line-up at its semi-annual dealer meeting.

Features include an industry-first adjustable ski, new models, expansion of proven technologies and more innovative accessories.

“The 2016 Ski-Doo line-up shows that BRP never stops pushing innovation,” stated Anne Bélec, senior vice-president, Global Brand Strategy and Information Systems. “A ski, one of the basic components of a snowmobile, has been re-engineered so riders can instantly adjust ski bite for changing snow conditions and riding styles. Plus, we bring new models that re-invent or shape segments of the business. It’s this kind of leadership that keeps BRP at the forefront.”

The proven innovations and product reliability of its snowmobiles and accessories further consolidates BRP’s number one position in the industry. For 2016, BRP’s product breadth reaches new heights in every segment with the new:

– Summit Burton edition, appealing to the large population of snowboarders and skiers that want easy access to the backcountry;
– Renegade Enduro model, inspired by an adventure motorcycle, delivering all-around capability no matter where it is ridden;
– Expedition Xtreme sled, the most rugged and high-performing Ski-Doo utility snowmobile;
– MXZ Blizzard snowmobile with 129″ (327 cm) track configuration to give in-season buyers the features they want; and
– Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC) technology now expanded to the Rotax 1200 4-TEC series of engines.

The iTC system improves throttle response, allows operators to choose between three driving modes on the fly and includes learning key functions to control top speed and acceleration.

An equally impressive array of clothing and innovative accessories complements the 2016 snowmobile product line.

BRP also introduced three Can-Am off-road models designed specifically for law enforcement organizations, with a special matte black coloration, pre-installed emergency lights and a warning device.

For more information on Ski-Doo snowmobiles, visit ski-doo.com.

Monster Energy / Arctic Cat / Ram Truck’s Tucker Hibbert was untouchable at rounds 11 and 12 of the ISOC National Snocross tour in Joliet, Ill.

Hibbert put on an impressive show at Route 66 Raceway’s drag strip, turned snocross course, by winning all four of his qualifying rounds and both final events.

Despite battling fierce winds and low visibility, Hibbert convincingly won both his qualifying races and the final Friday night. Saturday brought warmer weather, and with that, a big, high-energy crowd.

Hibbert had his most intense race of the weekend in the first round of qualifying Saturday night.

He jumped the start of the nine-rider race, was sent to the back row and came out of turn one in last place. With only eight laps on the 40-second track, he immediately charged forward and by the end of lap three, he was on the rear bumper of race leader no. 324 Kyle Pallin.

The two riders raced side-by-side through the split lane, dogleg section of the course. With Hibbert on the inside and Pallin on the outside, Hibbert blocked Pallin as the lanes merged, took the lead and runaway for the win.

After winning his second qualifying round, Hibbert had first start line pick for the 15-rider, 14-lap final event. Selecting the far inside, Hibbert got a solid jump off the line but was shut down by no. 837 Ross Martin.

Hibbert followed Martin for a lap and a half, then, made the pass for the lead in exact same spot he passed Pallin in the first round of qualifying. With a clear track in front of him, Hibbert had full control of the course to take his 104th pro national victory.

Next up for Hibbert is the Ram Truck National at Soaring Eagle Casino in Mt. Pleasant, Mich. With a 97-point lead, the defending Pro Open National Champion will enter the final two stops of the ISOC tour in prime position to win the 2014/2015 championship.

Tucker Hibbert – #68 Monster Energy / Arctic Cat / Ram Truck

“It’s an awesome feeling to win all my qualifying rounds and both finals. The only other time I’ve done that this season was at Duluth. I was really impressed by the length of the course at Route 66. It was much longer than I imagined and by Saturday night, it got really rough which makes for great racing.”

“I’m really excited heading into the race this weekend. Last year, the track at the Ram Truck National was huge. Hopefully they’re putting together another awesome track.”

“I know I’m in a really good position in the points standing but try not to think about it too much. I’m taking it race-by-race. If we (the team) keep focusing on being our best every time we hit the track, we should be able to take the championship.”

Polaris snowmobile hillclimbers opened the 2015 Rocky Mountain States Hillclimb Assn.

(RMSHA) season in dominant fashion as they won nine of 12 Pro class titles, won two King of the Hill crowns, and earned 80% of the available podium spots. The Pro-class racers on Polaris RMK PRO-RIDE sleds demonstrated this Terrain Domination in the Feb. 13-14 RMSHA Bear Lake Hillclimb at Montpelier, Idaho.

Polaris racer Luke Rainey won three classes and reached the podium in all five classes in which he competed. Erin Beukelman and Keith Curtis won two classes apiece and both earned four podium spots. Shelley Heap won three Women’s class titles and also raced to the Queen of the Hill title.

Pro Classes: Nine Class Wins & Two ‘King’ Crowns

Luke Rainey led the way for Polaris Pro-class racers as he won the 600 Stock, 700 Stock, and 800 Improved Stock classes, took second in 1000 Stock, and was third in 800 Stock.

He finished second in the Improved Stock King of the Hill runs, and was third in the Stock King competition.

Erin Beukelman reached the podium four times and won the 700 Mod and 1000 Improved Stock classes before winning the Improved Stock King of the Hill crown.

Keith Curtis won the 800 Stock and 800 Modified classes as he reached the podium four times. He won the Modified King of the Hill crown and finished second in the Stock King of the Hill runs.

Justin Thomas won the 600 Mod class and earned three podium finishes, and Kyle Heap won the 700 Improved Stock class.

Three Polaris racers who each had a second- and third-place finish were Tyler Crockett, Dolan Phelps, and David Sharp, Jr.

Polaris racers dominated in several Pro classes as they:

– Won the 600, 700, and 800 Stock classes on virtually stock RMK PRO-RIDE sleds that deep snow riders can find at their Polaris dealers.
– Swept the top nine spots in the 700 Mod class.
– Finished 1-2-3-4-5 in 800 Improved Stock and 1000 Improved Stock.
– Swept the top four spots in 700 Improved Stock.
– Finished 1-2-3 in 600 Stock and 600 Mod.

Wins in Pro Masters and Semi-Pro Classes

Charles Lopeman won the Pro Masters Mod class, and three Polaris racers took second in Pro Masters classes: Dennis Durmas, Travis Spencer, and Tyson Thomas.

Tanner Meyers won the Semi-Pro Improved Stock class and won the Semi-Pro King of the Hill crown. Cody Bahny won Semi-Pro Stock was second in the King runs. Jason Fox took second in both the Semi-Pro Stock and Mod classes. Rayden Gladfelder won the Amateur Stock class.

The next event on the RMSHA schedule is the Afton, Wyoming, hillclimb, Feb.27-March 1.

Polaris is a recognized leader in the powersports industry with annual 2013 sales of $3.8 billion. Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets innovative, high quality off-road vehicles, including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and the Polaris RANGER and RZR side-by-side vehicles, snowmobiles, motorcycles and on-road electric/hybrid powered vehicles.
Polaris is among the global sales leaders for both snowmobiles and off-road vehicles and has established a presence in the heavyweight cruiser and touring motorcycle market with the Victory, Indian Motorcycle and Slingshot brands. Additionally, Polaris continues to invest in the global on-road small electric/hybrid powered vehicle industry with Global Electric Motorcars (GEM), Goupil Industrie SA, Aixam Mega S.A.S., and internally developed vehicles. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Polaris Engineered Parts, Accessories and Apparel, Klim branded apparel and ORV accessories under the Pro Armor and Cycle Country brands. Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PII”, and the Company is included in the S&P Mid-Cap 400 stock price index.

Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories are available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime at polaris.com.

Starting February 23 we’ll be bringing you reports on all the new 2016 sleds.

We’ll have photos, riding impressions, breakdowns on the new technology from each OEM this year and all the new models you haven’t seen yet.

There are plenty of changes for MY2016 so you’ll need to read our reports to make sense of how the new models line up with one another and to figure out all the changes and model shuffling taking place.

We’ll also be providing important information on early-order programs so you can get the inside skinny on what to early-order and what your deposit will get for you.

2016 promises to be one of snowmobiling’s most important model years ever!

You can get all the details on the new stuff beginning February 23, right here at supertraxmag.com.