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The Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) is very pleased to announce its new Executive for a two-year term commencing immediately. The volunteer snowmobilers elected by the OFSC Board of Governors for these important positions are:

President: Bruce Robinson
Bruce resides in Kemptville and most recently has served as the Governor for OFSC District 1 and Co-Chair (with wife, Liz Robinson) of the OFSC Volunteers In Action (VIA) Committee.

Vice President: Michel Garon
Mitch hails from Kapuskasing and most recently has served as the Governor for OFSC District 15 and as a member of the OFSC Trails Committee.

2nd Vice President: Mike Kuechler
Mike lives in Holland Landing and was the incumbent for 2nd Vice President. He also serves as Governor of OFSC District 4.

Secretary-Treasurer: Brenda Welsh, CGA
A resident of Huntsville, Brenda commences her 4th term as OFSC Secretary-Treasurer.

In his election platform, Bruce stated that his top priorities are people and product. He intends to focus on the volunteers that form the backbone of the OFSC and on the trails they operate for the enjoyment of tens of thousands of Ontarians and visitors.

As a team-builder, Bruce will work to renew organizational pride and enhance team spirit with a “How can we help?” approach. Bruce sees his role as analogous to an orchestra conductor, whose job is to encourage many diverse and skilled players to deliver outstanding performances as part of Team OFSC. On behalf of the Board, Bruce extended heartfelt appreciation to retiring President Dennis Burns for his six years of OFSC leadership and accomplishment.

Together with OFSC General Manager Paul Shaughnessy, the new Executive forms the Executive Committee (EXCOM), which is empowered by the Board to conduct the general business of the OFSC as set out by through its policies, procedures and budgets.

The Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs is dedicated to providing strong leadership and support to member clubs and volunteers, to establishing and maintaining quality snowmobile trails which are used in a safe and environmentally responsible manner, and to furthering the enjoyment of organized snowmobiling.

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Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is marking a new phase of its international development by reinforcing its presence in European markets.

Starting in the fall, BRP will establish direct commercial operations in Spain, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, the United Kingdom and Ireland, where Jets Marivent has served as its distributor.

The shareholders of Jets Marivent have agreed to sell the company to an affiliate of BRP and as of October 1, 2006, BRP will distribute its products directly through its own dealer network in the aforementioned countries. Until that date, BRP products will continue to be supported in these markets by Jets Marivent.

Following BRP’s decision to establish its own dealer network in France in 2005, this move constitutes the second phase of its European growth strategy.

BRP has already established dealer networks in Canada, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Japan, France and Scandinavia and has been present in Europe for over 30 years, with manufacturing facilities in Austria (BRP-Rotax) and in Finland (BRP-Finland).

Jets Marivent has been importing and marketing BRP products in Spain, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, the United Kingdom and Ireland since 1993. Over the years, they have greatly contributed to building strong brand equity for the BRP product brands in all their markets.

“Along with our dealers and business partners, we built this business from the ground up, starting out with only two models of Sea-Doo personal watercraft (PWC) in Spain over 10 years ago,” said Oliver Fröls, founder and president of Jets Marivent. “Today, Jets Marivent distributes the entire line-up of Sea-Doo PWC and sport boats, Can-Am ATVs, Evinrude and Johnson outboard engines and a wide variety of accessories. This would not have been possible without the experience and business support of our dealers, and BRP’s excellent product innovation and continuous support,'” added Mr. Fröls.

This decision affects all Sea-Doo personal watercraft and sport boats, Can-Am all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), Evinrude and Johnson outboard engines, as well as related parts, accessories and clothing businesses. All BRP products will continue to be available in Spain, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, the United Kingdom and Ireland, thus reaffirming BRP’s objective to offer its customers the ultimate motorized recreational experience.

“Over time, we firmly believe that this decision will provide significant benefits to dealers and consumers in these markets, including increased efficiency in customer service and logistics support as well as branding, product positioning and market responsiveness,” concluded Michel Hade, vice-president and general manager, BRP International Sales and Marketing.

Both Jets Marivent and BRP are committed to ensuring a smooth transition to maximize continuity of business as usual for everyone involved.

Arctic Cat’s new “Twin Spar” F-chassis is no ordinary platform.

Robotically assembled without a single weld, using ultra-modern self piercing rivets, this new chassis has the ability to hold both 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines while providing what we believe is the most versatile ergonomic package ever offered.

The chassis comes in myriad variants but has a number of important constants.

First, it’s fully rider forward with a few twists. Second, the Twin Spar uses ACT Diamond Drive exclusively and its planetary system only exists with reverse in 2007.

You read it right, every F-chassis goes backwards – no exceptions.

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Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) launches its 2007 all-terrain vehicle (ATV) line-up and re-brands its ATV products to Can Am™. The Can Am name recaptures the spirit of BRP’s unequalled performance, superb handling and advanced design that are unique in the industry. In June 2005, BRP unveiled its new ATV strategy, shifting its focus to ATV and powersports enthusiasts.

“We believe the Can Am brand better represents the positioning of our products in the marketplace and provides the perfect platform to reach out to and attract powersports enthusiasts,” said José Boisjoli, president and chief executive officer, BRP.

BRP made its debut in the ATV market in 1997. By 1999, the Traxter® was named “ATV of the Year” by ATV Magazine. In 2003, BRP became the first and only manufacturer to offer a full line-up of ATVs designed for two riders.

In 2005, the Outlander™ 800 H.O. EFI was introduced and reaffirmed BRP’s commitment to making products with powersports enthusiasts in mind. Since then, the Outlander has been the company’s rising star and flagship model, embodying power, performance and a truly exhilarating ride.

Last September, BRP introduced the Outlander 650 H.O. EFI in North America and it, too, received great ratings. Today, BRP achieves yet another milestone in its ATV strategy: the revival of the Can Am brand, which further reinforces the company’s commitment to ATV enthusiasts.

BRP’s category-leading Ski Doo® and Sea Doo® products have demonstrated its passion for innovative and market-shaping products. That same spirit, which was also behind the original creation and triumph of Can Am in the mid-70’s, comes alive again through the 2007 Can Am ATV line-up.

“Can Am is part of our history, our heritage and our future,” concluded Boisjoli. “For BRP, Ski Doo and Lynx™ mean snowmobiles; Sea Doo, watercraft and sport boats; Evinrude, outboard engines. Can Am will, from now on, mean ATVs.”

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