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Skidooing

A skidoo is motorised toboggan which is can be used by more than one person, including the driver. A snowmobile or snow scooter, on the other hand is slightly smaller for one or two riders. Both are powered land vehicles, similar in profile to a large motorbike, which are propelled by rubber tracks, and with short skis for steering. They are specially designed to be operated on snow and ice, and require no road or trail. Most skidoos are generally powered by a two-stroke gasoline/petrol engine. They can achieve speeds up to about 70 mph on the flat. Popular as a holiday activity especially in north America, Scandinavia and in the Arctic, enthusiasts can experience snow safaris on skidoos of several days duration. You are shown how to drive the vehicles by experienced guides before setting off through forests, across frozen lakes, icy tundra. You may stay overnight in cosy wilderness cabins and perhaps take in some ice fishing on the way. Daily distances between 50 and 70 miles can be achieved, depending on the weather conditions and the skills of the participants.

Other forms of snowmobiling holiday can be combined with alpine and cross-country skiing, dog and reindeer sledging. You may find yourself on a skidoo on a winter sports holiday as part of the mix of activities.

See also snowmobiling.

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