snowmobile racing

Kelton Fielding sees his chance to impress his classmates when a snowmobile race is announced, but when the popular kids follow him into the backcountry, Kelton and the others find themselves in real danger, relying on their wits and teamwork to survive.

Text and photographs introduce snocross, the sport of racing snowmobiles on specially designed courses, describing equipment, protective clothing and body armor, and snocross races.

Introduces snowmobiles and racing, describing types of snowmobiles and races, safety tips for riders, the Winter X Games, good sportsmanship, and other related topics.

"Colten Moore explains how, in the wake of the devastating freestyle snowmobile accident that killed his older brother, Caleb, at Aspen's Winter X Games, he managed to return to win gold"--OCLC.

Did you know that snowmobile snocross racers can soar 100 feet (30 meters) through the air before landing? They race around sharp turns and fly over jumps with other riders all around them. Some racers reach speeds up to 120 miles (193 kilometers) per hour. They compete for prizes in races all over the world. Enter the Extreme Winter Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, moves, competitions, and top athletes connected to snowmobile snocross. You'll discover: How racers stay ahead of the competition on icy tracks. How to stay safe on a speeding snowmobile. Where to watch the world's most daring snocross racers. How snowmobile snocross became popular with sports fans everywhere. Are you into sports? Then get in the zone!.

An illustrated guide to snowmobile racing that provides photographs and details about snocross, ice oval racing, water cross, and grass drag racing.

Introduces the sport of snowmobile racing, discussing the equipment and tactics, race courses, necessary skills, and safety measures.

Introduces the sport of snowmobile racing, discussing the equipment and tactics, race courses, necessary skills, and safety measures.

Describes the techniques of snowmobile racing and the rules in the various categories of snowmobile competition.

Introduces snowmobiles and racing, describing types of snowmobiles and races, safety tips for riders, the Winter X Games, good sportsmanship, and other related topics.