Sled Rehab Provides a Thrill for Three at Haydays

An exciting new look for first place winner Traci Leonard's Arctic Cat M6.

It may not feel like winter at this moment, but the official kick-off for snowmobile enthusiasts already took place several weeks ago in North Branch, Minnesota. Hay Days, an annual event sponsored by the Sno Barons Snowmobile Club, is an annual acknowledgement that summer's days are numbered, for better or for worse. For winter sports enthusiasts like skiers and snowmobilers, it's for better.

One of the events in this year's Hay Days carnival was the AMSOIL Sled Rehab competition. By means of social media AMSOIL offered snowmobile owners a chance to take their old sleds and have them refurbished for the 21st century. If you had a sled, 1996 or newer -- mechanically sound and in good running condition -- that could use a makeover, you were invited to upload a photo of your sled and tell your story. Three sleds were ultimately chosen for makeovers which would then take place at Hay Days.

The snowmobile makeovers included a custom sled wrap from Action Graphics plus C&A Pro Skis, hand guards, clutch kits and premium AMSOIL products for snowmobiles. It was a pretty sweet deal and the winners appreciated the attention they garnered for their machines. Other sponsors included ISOC, Scheuring Speed Sports, Sled Head 24/7, Straightline Performance and Woody's.

Thomas TeBeest's '08 MXZ TNT 500ss

Josh Bretzman: '06 Sno Pro 440 

First place winner Traci Leonard moved to Michigan's Upper Peninsula a year ago primarily for her love of snowmobiling. She's always loved to ride, but even moreso now that her 2005 Arctic Cat M6 has been rehabbed. When she learned that she was winner of the AMSOIL Sled Rehab she said,
"OMG I am so excited!! This has seriously been like the best week of my life."

You can see the end result at the top of this page, and what she used to ride below.

Before photo of Traci's basic black Cat. It's now a whole new machine.

Meantime, we're just about two months away from the Duluth Nationals snocross races that initiates a new snowmobile racing season. We'll see you on the mountain.

Three Winners Will Get their Snowmobiles Upgraded at Hay Days

Josh Bretzman's '06 Sno Pro 440 

A couple weeks ago we announced a Sled Rehab contest in which three snowmobile enthusiasts would be given a sled rehab at Hay Days. Three sleds will receive a full sled makeover to include a custom graphics kit, skis, hand guards, clutch kit and premium AMSOIL products for snowmobiles.

Facebook fans and followers of AMSOIL Racing had the opportunity to post photos of their sleds along with a brief explanation as to why it needed of a transformation. The sleds were voted on and the top three vote-getters received an FXR clothing prize package valued at approximately $500.00 along with all the rest of the goods.

Tom TeBeest compares his sled to Betty White.

The partners in this giveaway include Scheuring Speed Sports, ISOC, Straightline Performance, Woody’s, C&A Pro Skis, Action Graphics, Rox Speed FX, FXR and Sled Head 24/7 with the total prize package valued at approximately $1,500. In addition to the upgrades mentioned above the winning snowmobiles will receive a custom sled wrap from Action Graphics and AMSOIL Interceptor, Chain Case Oil and Waterproof Grease. In short, these sleds will soon be ready for winter.


Overall winner Josh Bretzman says he loves his sled but doesn't have the time and money to fix it up. This is a great way to start the new season for Josh.

Thomas TeBeest says, "My TNT just doesn't 'DOO it for me anymore! This '08 MXZ TNT 500ss is still the best bang for your buck on the snow. It runs like a top, handles great and is a ball to ride! The new iron is sharp but how can I justify getting a new sled when this one has all I need including push-button electric start? And with only 3400 miles, it's barely broken in! The downside is it looks like every other MXZ on the trail. I mean, it is BONE stock except for the accessory windshield. Next to the new sleds it just begs for attention. It sure could use some new life!"

Thomas adds this kicker: "She's alot like Betty White... She may be gettin' old but she's still a heckuva gal-- she's just long overdue for a makeover! Hey AMSOIL -- pimp my ride!!!"

That's just what we'll be doing at Hay Days.

The third sled to get a makeover that weekend will be Traci Leonard's machine. "I moved to the U.P of Michigan 1 year ago primarily for my love of snowmobiling. I had a Firecat previously and bought a 2005 M6 when I moved here. I absolutely love it and ride at least 5 days a week 5 months of the year. It runs great but I would be more than ecstatic to get a new look and spunk to this nearly 10 year old sled. I am a girl and want to make a statement to all the male riders here in the U.P.!"

You can tell that this girl just wants to have fun.

Hay Days is just around the corner. Let it snow!

AMSOIL Announces Exciting New Sled Rehab Promotion

Do you have an old snowmobile that needs a facelift and a new heart? AMSOIL is pleased to announce the launch of a new social media promotion for snowmobile owners who will be attending the Sno-Barons Snowmobile Club Hay Days event in September. Titled Sled Rehab and taking place August 2-15, three lucky winners will receive a full sled makeover to include a custom graphics kit, skis, hand guards, clutch kit and premium AMSOIL products for snowmobiles.

Facebook fans and followers of AMSOIL Racing will have the opportunity to post photos of their sleds along with a brief explanation as to why it is in need of a transformation. Facebook voters will determine the winners, with before and after photos to follow. In addition, voters will later select a fan favorite from the top three winners to receive an FXR clothing prize package valued at approximately $500.00.

AMSOIL is proud to partner with Scheuring Speed Sports, ISOC, Straightline Performance, Woody’s, C&A Pro Skis, Action Graphics, Rox Speed FX, FXR and Sled Head 24/7 to make this promotion possible. The total prize package is valued at approximately $1,500 and will include a custom sled wrap from Action Graphics and AMSOIL Interceptor, Chain Case Oil and Waterproof Grease in addition to the aforementioned upgrades.

Check out the rules here and then show us your stuff. To vote visit amsoilracing.com/sled-rehab-promotion. Voting ends August 15 with winners to be announced on the AMSOIL Racing Facebook page by August 20.