RIDING TOO CLOSE

Following too close is another contributing factor to accidents. Many happen when the lead rider has applied the brake and the person behind could not react fast enough to stop. A good rule to follow is the 3-second rule.

3-Second Rule

When the person in front of you passes an object, note where it is and start counting. By the time you arrive at that same object, you should have counted no less than three seconds. If you counted to less than three, you need to slow down and allow more space between the riders in front of you so you’ll have time and space to stop safely.

Crashes between snowmachines can be deadly. Always allow extra distance between riders when riding in reduced visibility conditions from snow dust, fog, wind, and snowstorms or when night-riding.