rock
Pro
Like a lot of riders I've been struggling with the decision of whether to stud my track or not. I've decided to go with the Camoplast Ice Ripper track. It's got the same 1.25" lug height with studs similiar to a snow tire embedded in the lugs. It seems to be a good compromise as it gives added safety and traction but, only adds less than a pound of weight to the track. I also figured if worse came to worse and I wasn't satisfied I could always just stud the track at that point.
Boston RX1
TY 4 Stroke Master
I had the same thoughts and made the same choice this year. I have heard great things regarding the 1" track. I think the 1.25" will be even better. Time will tell.
4Fighter
TY 4 Stroke God
I also looked at the Ice Ripper, but those inserts ARE NOT replaceable - as I was told by Tracks USA.
I figure with a track like that, you'll ride 2 years and either trade the sled up, or put studs on it to replace the worn inserts.
I rode my RX-1 without studs for 2 seasons, and studded it this fall. So I could've started with an Ice Ripper (had they been available) and ended up where I'm at now, but I would have had the SAFETY al-along.
I think for those who fear tear-outs, and cooler damage, or added weight, the Ice Ripper is a great alternative, until the inserts wear out. But changing out a track can be a real chore compared to studding one, or replacing studs. But if you have to change the track cause you had some pull-thru's then it sort of evens out.
I figure with a track like that, you'll ride 2 years and either trade the sled up, or put studs on it to replace the worn inserts.
I rode my RX-1 without studs for 2 seasons, and studded it this fall. So I could've started with an Ice Ripper (had they been available) and ended up where I'm at now, but I would have had the SAFETY al-along.
I think for those who fear tear-outs, and cooler damage, or added weight, the Ice Ripper is a great alternative, until the inserts wear out. But changing out a track can be a real chore compared to studding one, or replacing studs. But if you have to change the track cause you had some pull-thru's then it sort of evens out.
rock
Pro
4fighter,
Thanks for the insight. I usually do keep my sleds for about 2 years and then trade up. I was assured that they(the stud inserts) are in place well enough to take a few seasons of riding well. My biggest concern at this point is how quickly they'll wear out going across roadways, parking lots, etc.
Thanks for the insight. I usually do keep my sleds for about 2 years and then trade up. I was assured that they(the stud inserts) are in place well enough to take a few seasons of riding well. My biggest concern at this point is how quickly they'll wear out going across roadways, parking lots, etc.
SPEED
TY 4 Stroke Junkie
For those of you guy's that do not want to stud or go to the cost of new track I used The track lug studs made by Outer limit sports ,they are carbide tipped and screw into your track lugs (just like the studs used to put in your tires) I ran these for two years on both my rx1 and warriors
They are not great for lake racing but for that extra protection on trails and roads against ice they are fantastic , they are called the klymaxx stud lugs cost under a buck apiece, any parts unlimited dealer or drag specialties dealer can get im for you , It's worth a check out.
They are not great for lake racing but for that extra protection on trails and roads against ice they are fantastic , they are called the klymaxx stud lugs cost under a buck apiece, any parts unlimited dealer or drag specialties dealer can get im for you , It's worth a check out.
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I've never replaced studs anyway, usually studs last as long as the track or close enough for me anyway. It seems I tear a track every 3 years.
Depends on how you ride. If you spin your track on alot of road cossings, your studs won't last & in that case I'd recommend studs with T-nuts for easy replacement.
I like the idea of ICE Series tracks from camoplast and am interested in seeing them perform. Rock, let us know your thoughts as the season progresses.
Depends on how you ride. If you spin your track on alot of road cossings, your studs won't last & in that case I'd recommend studs with T-nuts for easy replacement.
I like the idea of ICE Series tracks from camoplast and am interested in seeing them perform. Rock, let us know your thoughts as the season progresses.
studdog
TY 4 Stroke Junkie
I bought an Ice Ripper for my 06 attak. I would nomally stud with 108 up the middle. Hoping for equal traction performance with lighter weight. If it works, it will also be cheaper than studding. I got a great deal on track swap from Tracks USA. Studdog. Now we'll see if it works?
