2022 Top Mountain Sled

[@mikediamond1883]

I think your breakdown is a testament to how great these sleds are! You really can't go wrong with either. The brands just keep pushing each other to make advancements to the consumers advantage.

[@douglpickles]

The hours you log on each sled every is amazing, you really get a feel for each sled. As a Polaris guy you have opened my mind to Skidoo's.

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Good to hear! Both are great

[@douglpickles]

@@MuskokaFreerider I think the 7S is a big feature for the polaris too. Can't wait to see how skidoo screen is next season.

[@specforged5651]

@@douglpickles However, the best feature of the Polaris is the buddy tracking system. Skidoo’s new gauge doesn’t do that so that sucks. I am looking forward to it on my Shredder though. Just something different.

[@4290122]

@@specforged5651 also the skidoo has to run the GPS off your phone vs the 7s has its own GPS

[@specforged5651]

@@4290122 Exactly. So what it comes down to is pretty much having a $1200 digital tach. Disappointing.

[@beyondtheboundaries207]

Absolutely one of the best voices in the snowmobile community! A great break down, awesome to hear the differences broken down. Very excited to see the progression next season. Keep up the good work

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Thanks for the kind words! can't wait for next year already!!

[@RAM-19]

Nice to hear a real unbiased opinion...to many people are brand loyal or trying to make sponsors happy....going to be interesting to see how next years sleds compare. Thanks for all the work you put into these vids this year...its got to be brutal to ride all day...then edit vids....your a machine...keep ski side down...D.

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Yeah it’s cool to be able to bring you guys my unbiased opinion this season. Every “pro” rider has a factory sponsorship ship and most guys that are up and coming are shooting for a sponsorship so they stay loyal to one brand. I’m lucky to have everyone’s support on here to make doing this possible. Thank you!

[@RAM-19]

@@MuskokaFreerider keep it up...you have the best sled vids on you tube....I haven't missed a vid from you in 2 years...I'm a fan for life...

[@RAM-19]

@@MuskokaFreerider hey Matt if you get a chance and want a laugh check out "gigantic nothern pike March 2022" caught a record pike for length last weekend...would love to hear what you think

[@highmarkrentals5398]

I had this year in our fleet the same sleds (my doo was an expert turbo) and I would agree with just about everything you said. Love the polaris chassis (minus the rough ride on moguls like you said), don't like the bottom end throttle response on the polaris. But the biggest thing I didn't like from the boost was the fuel mileage. I burned way more fuel on the polaris. I can't even make it a full normal day in the backcountry unlike the doo even though it has a smaller fuel tank. Love the motor on the doo and the shot. I too have a 9R coming (but in a 146) and a expert turbo. Thanks for sharing

[@snobiwonkenobi]

Great comparison vid. Both sleds are awesome, looking forward to next year's comparison!

[@marshalltaylor5502]

Super informative and interesting comparison between the 2 both very impressive and capable machines. With the sheer amount of time that you put in riding each sled I feel there is no one better suited to do a comparison video. Well done Matt as always your content is second to none!

[@kenlocke2212]

Great job Matt, thanks for all of your great content.

[@schultzpeakranch5501]

Dooood we ride the same doo!! Just spend about 7 k on upgrades this year too so stoked!! Love your stuff man!

[@downbytheriver501]

I’ll be intrigued to see how the new gen 5 platform doo competes with Polaris’s ability to hold an edge on steep side hills with them making their sleds in the expert package more narrow, no flex edge, no t motion. If I could afford a new sled at this point, I’d be snowchecking one. And then probably waiting 2 years for it to arrive because can am has been shitting the bed on this.

[@Bushspaperplanes]

I’m sure glad you made this video. It’s helping me make my new sled decision much easier. Thanks sir. 🤙🏼

[@adamberglund1625]

I appreciate your breakdown. So many of these I can sense a bias but not yours. I just snow checked a 2023 summit expert. I look forward to your choice next year.

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Glad you feel that way!

[@downbytheriver501]

I ride a 19 summit 850. Jumped on my friend’s 850 matryx the last time we found some decent open areas and was very, very impressed with it. It’s a fricken beast and is more controllable than the other polarises I’ve tried in past years. The only thing I can’t figure out, aside from having less of a “sweet spot” for holding an edge(due to lack of a flex edge and t motion, both of which I’ve gotten to a skill level where I hate them) is the steering geometry. It makes me feel like I just jumped on a sled for the first time, heh.

[@tboystoys5682]

Now with the amount of seat time this man puts in you know your getting a real world comparison GRET JOB MATT. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@Natediddy11]

Thanks!

[@joshuamacnabb2725]

Ty sir for your honest opinion. Your the man. Appreciate you sharing your daily experiences!

[@aesir0784]

Ya know... your content is very good. ONE thing I'd LOVE for you to add more of? - Please - SHOW the Summit scenery! in a 360 if ya would??? - I'm 61 and doubt I'll make it to many out West. - Here in NH USA - it's the Pittsburg NH Area we mostly ride. - Not many mtns to climb legally - (too many have ruined it for the rest of us). - You bring me with you with these videos and I just want to say ty, again. - I still ride but it's way more subdued lol. - Thx, again. - Aesir -

[@2sheamotorsports199]

Great video. Always awesome content. Both sleds are solid units for sure. Can’t wait to see next years comparison. Keep up the great content.

[@curtisbull1583]

I would really like you to do the same kind of comparison on the Polaris versus the new 5th gen Can-Am expert, I would have also like you to talk about reliability and which machine you think is less likely to leave you stranded upon the mountain. I'm not sure on snowmobiles, but side by sides I think the clear winner is Can-Am.

[@kendalljohnson9597]

Let’s not forget, however, that the skidoo’s engine went and for someone who may not have a backup sled or the time this would’ve been a huge factor. Obviously the fuel pump on the Polaris is an issue too. Love the content!

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Polaris is just as likely to end up with a blown motor. It happens to all sleds. Like I said, out of 8 ski doos I’ve owned this is the first one to blow up

[@gregoryh4601]

Thanks so much Matt for the Riding In BC. Like they Say Back To Work Now. Peace My Friend.

[@LoeJukan248]

thanks for the Update on your take of each sled Matt.

[@MuskokaFreerider]

No problem!

[@PowderHound970]

Great comparison. I’ve been really impressed with how easily you seem to transition between the sleds. I switched to a Khoas Matryx this year from a 2018 summit and it wasn’t super smooth. Now that I’ve gotten used to the Polaris, I definitely prefer it. Next year it will be very interesting to see if you prefer the 9r over the ski Doo turbo. There is a massive weight difference between the two sleds. I just hope you like the RMK because from what I can tell from your riding you seem more like a chaos guy. Thanks for all the great content!

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Thanks! It took a bit to get used to it but I really enjoy jumping back and forth now. if I can afford to im going to keep the boost for next season

[@bobshams7231]

Great comparison and explanations for everything. Next year is going to be very interesting for sure. Awesome job Matt!!

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Sure will be! Thanks

[@jespert1175]

I realy Love to see you drive polaris this year😁

[@joeytulk116]

Thanks Matt. I trust your judgment. Very good video. Keep up the hard work.

[@Timichaud]

2.75 tracks with good drivers will be safer for the quick drive for sure. But you forgot many times to close your side panels too hahaha! And I dont know if it was a good idea to have foam on the side panels because it retains water and turn into ice at rest in the night and the next day that ice can go right between quick drive and sproket.

[@pliskie6]

No surprise here. If everyone would be honest with themselves and watched every video it’s clear which sled is better overall. Looks like you had more fun on the Polaris and rode it better. Thank you for the best head to head comparison ever made between the top two brands. Pretty cool to be able to put this content out for so many people. Both brands are good and I own both as well, u just have to give credit where credit is due. We’ll see if the Doo can compete next year. Going to be another exciting season. Thanks Matt.

[@MuskokaFreerider]

I also put more kms on the Polaris which could account for it looking like I had more fun on it. I actually thought the top sled would stand out more over the other but I’ve thoroughly enjoyed both. It’s been pretty cool being able to ride both this year and bring you guys my unbiased opinion. Even after bleeding yellow my whole life. Maybe I enjoyed a bit of a change. Next year should be even closer!

[@dentfixer5968]

Great videos man ! Watching everyone of them from New Brunswick. Keep it up 👍

[@blaserlongrange7616]

Great video!! The 9r pro rmk will be a great slead for you next year in the tight tree zone and ditches

[@travisdavies6938]

Great video, flatlander here. Own both Doo and Poo. Different on trails but both have there hits.

[@adampetten1009]

You should jump the G4, it's a very good sled in the air!! You can really get over the front end if needed and the open toe is great too. 23 should be a good year for Doo, that expert is going to he a hell of a mtn machine, so is the poo 900, it's power to weight is gonna be big thing. I'd like to try a doo with a 927 etec in it, just a pain running a BB here in Canada at times.

[@MuskokaFreerider]

23 will be a great year, can’t wait!!

[@justynforrest2933]

Yes you can put the Doo scratchers on Polaris lots of guys have done it!! Great vid

[@MuskokaFreerider]

really a minor thing that I didn't need to mention but I looked down and looked right at the ice scratcher lol

[@andyb8044]

Great explanation! Can’t wait for my expert to come!

[@obsledssion750]

As a fully unbiased opinion, I'd love to here what you think about a cat... great review anyway. I've Never riden a doo, own a 21 cat hardcore and just finally got my 22 khaos maytrx. The polaris is hands down better than the cat, even though I do like the cat. Ordered a 23 summit expert turbo for next year so we'll see...

[@ericoverdorff8880]

How about motor longevity? The older 800's would usually burn down around 1500 miles. How does the 850 hold up. Hard to know when you get a new sled every year.

[@markgloeckler5991]

Can you do this video for this years sleds?

[@davidstephenson7194]

Gave the Polaris a point for something you didn't do on the SkiDoo, but okay. You are correct that dealer support is going to be key, which is why everyone is switching off of Arctic Cat in the lower 48....no dealers.....and they stole their frame from SkiDoo so there is that too. I don't drive anything new so it is whatever I can fix myself....lol.

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Points were kinda redundant because either way I enjoy riding the Polaris more haha

[@expeditionbasset]

Very honest assessment! I hope the engineers at Doo saw this

[@rosinejb]

Would you ever consider riding/owning an Arctic Cat Alpha?

[@samuelclaircote3976]

I do have an Alpha 154x3. It is an underestimated machine, probably because of Ski-Doo and Polaris' strong marketing. The Alpha needs some time to master, but you definitely get the reward in the end.

[@terrydehkes8451]

Great video Matt I know you're getting a new 2023 skidoo and a 2023 polaris but if i was you I would keep the 2022 boost, just my 2 cents.

[@MuskokaFreerider]

That’s the plan

[@sledheadmcgee]

It has chain drive

[@LifeWideOpen780]

Dident mentioned the skidoo blowing up

[@jamesprete]

thanks for the great content and it's nice to see an unbiased opinion of both brands. I myself have owned both and prefer the Doo over the Poo the motor is just so much smoother and creates the power down low and in the midrange which I prefer. I'd like to know what your dad is going to snow check?

[@carterkilen]

Like the comparison love the videos keep it up 2 sled comparisons was good have you ever thought about 3 sled comparisons and trying out an alpha one

[@95zsean]

Love your vids! I'm disappointed you didn't mention the Ski doo engine seized and the Polaris fuel pump working like crap...

[@MuskokaFreerider]

people focus too much on the negatives. they're great sleds but they all have issues at some point. some sleds will have problems and others never will

[@95zsean]

@@MuskokaFreerider I agree that people do focus on problems too much... but you seem like a fair and adjective guy and I figured you'd tell us what your experience was. I guess what I'm saying is I trust you opinions. Keep up the great content!

[@starlord6593]

Awesome rundown!

[@kirklima1640]

Ring Ring... Hi Matt this is Ski Doo, sorry we cannot fill your snowcheck for next year. Hahaha I figured you were going to pick the Poo. I prefer the Doo but I agree that the Poo outperformed this year.

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Haha Imagine. I think they’re smarter than that 😉

[@SlipperyDucky]

Not surprised you picked the Polaris you seemed to ride it more often this year. Which says a lot cause from what you told us your SkiDoo guy through and through. Cant believe Poo or Doo hasent picked you up as a factory rider yet. Better for us get to see the two top sleds head to head next year and not just another brand biased opinion...

[@MrArcticPOWER]

I think you have the highest views/subscribers ratio I've ever seen.

[@snowsatyr]

Great commentary. Thanks for sharing.

[@Anjou_]

broke my leg on the toe hook this year, they are nice for carving but it put me out for the rest of the season and missing 2 months of work

[@MuskokaFreerider]

damn that's no good! hope you're doing better

[@SledNutHamy]

Yup...I’d say you single handedly sold a pile of Polaris sleds this year 👍🏻. Long time doo guy myself and I sno ✅ a polaris! Notice you didn’t touch on repairs/downtime between the 2. Curious how that might affect your choice? And what all needed to be done on both?

[@MuskokaFreerider]

I’ve had a quite a few guys tell me they spring ordered a Polaris because of the videos haha I haven’t done maintenance on either snowmobile Doo blew a motor (by fluke) Polaris needs a fuel pump which will be resolved for next year. Also blew a quick drive belt on the poo and a clutch belt on the doo

[@inzani13]

@@MuskokaFreerider How many km's have you ridden on each sled this season? And how do you feel belt life is compared between the 2 brands? Another question that is not "durability" related. Since the Khaos and Freeride is sleds that are more directed towards a crowd that likes a more playful sled with light pressure on the skis, which one do you think is more playful and nimble to throw around with?

[@Velislide]

Reliability is key to me.

[@mrmike6996]

What about Arctic Cat’s? Though I don’t do quite the type of riding you do, I have rode all 3 of the sleds and I always go for the Cat if I can be the first one to the sleds in the morning

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Cat needs to step it up an release something new to compete with the other 2

[@bradpowell843]

Polaris is hands down a better sled for 22, the new Gen 5 could very well change that though.

[@marknewman8609]

I know the Polaris has a bigger fuel tank but do you find it goes further then the doo? It always seems like the Polaris riders in our group run out of fuel first.

[@markstimson983]

One critical comparison missed. Durability. Though, you did blow your doo engine this year. Both sleds are amazing in my opinion as I have no brand loyalty. I got the summit expert 175 turbo this year and I did snow check the Polaris Matrix Slash Khaos 155 boost for next year- until the Lynx Shredder RE 155 came with the Turbo R, lighter and narrower Gen 5 chassis, and three headlights up front so I changed to the Lynx. Important consideration is BRP durability and build. Heck, the Poo’s had a stop sale order this year because they had to change out all the Patriot engines due to a major problem. My friend worked as an engineer for Polaris during the Liberty 900 days and he reports that there is a resonance frequency problem around the 5800 rpm range that still exists in the engine. For guys like me who keep their sleds this has been a huge difference as my buddies who helped get me into sledding are Poo fanboys. Their sleds are constantly in need of all kinds of repairs and they readily admit that this is a problem. But to them, it’s worth it as they get new sleds every other year and keep their machines in warranty. I’d be curious to hear your experience with durability.

[@barry73us]

Also the low fuel pressure he was experiencing.

[@polarisbrad4549]

I thought stop sale was for a throttle cable?!? I didn't hear about entire engine problems...

[@d23mdk4]

Lol people just can't accept they both are the same shit

[@luke8952]

@@polarisbrad4549 They had crank failures on early 2022 850 do to a bad supplier.

[@MuskokaFreerider]

They’ve been nearly flawless sleds this season. Yea I’ve had fuel pump issues on the Polaris but that will be fixed for next year undoubtedly. And the doo blew a motor by fluke. I would agree and say I’ve always believed ski doo has better durability but so far my experience on Polaris has been good.

[@robothat]

Ski Doo NEEDS to sign this kid up!

[@anthonygourde9513]

I just hope that 509 pays for what he is worth! Matt is putting 50k viewers every day! I don't think their other drivers putting out that much eyes on their brand as Matt is doing!

[@19Dad84bod]

They won’t know since he favoured the Polaris lol

[@Lukemnukem26]

He should stay free agent so he can continue to make videos like this!

[@MuskokaFreerider]

​@@19Dad84bod yeah really shot myself in the foot there haha

[@MuskokaFreerider]

@@Lukemnukem26 Id love to work with either manufacturer at this point. obviously being a "free agent" is great but the amount of money I have to spend to do it is tough. I wouldn't be able to do it without the support from all of you!

[@fiz7x908]

I like the look of the Polaris a bit more

[@dylangraham8]

Get some merch on your site buddy! Id love to get a hoodie from ya and support the channel.

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Coming soon!

[@dylangraham8]

@@MuskokaFreerider ill keep my eye out! Thanks boss.

[@alecanderson1356]

I was wondering your thoughts on the Fox IQS shocks. Gimmick or not? Mainly mountain riding

[@sunnypineriver]

We’re you still having fuel pump issues after you replaced it? In your vids it sounded like you were.

[@MuskokaFreerider]

I haven’t replaced it

[@sunnypineriver]

@@MuskokaFreerider okay sorry about that. I thought the Polaris fuel pump went at the beginning of your season. I was just curious because there is a fair amount of fuel pump issues going on and looking for a fix. Anyways love the vids.

[@MuskokaFreerider]

@@sunnypineriver there is an issue and I tried to mod it which worked for a while but the pump is now down for the count

[@tay1orboyfr3sh21]

Have you got a ride a 900 polaris yet? I think you'll like it a lot more. Stands up so fast compared to the boost

[@MuskokaFreerider]

I bet it does but no I won’t have a chance to ride one

[@MMikeHD3904]

Been waiting Matt!

[@rydenlucas5203]

Same

[@devio123]

What about the fuel consumption? Any difference?

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Polaris burn more fuel, skidoo burns more oil

[@larso1785]

Great videos, yeah no reasson to be brand loyal when the brands dont want to pay up, keep up the good work

[@duckhnter83]

What is your thought on the finger throttle over the traditional? Really debating switching as My thumb gets cramped all the time on the doo

[@projectpowersports]

Will you ever consider adding a arctic cat to the mix? I believe they have a great sled now but hearing new chassis and possible turbo in 2024.

[@fivfoot1419]

Would you ever buy an arctic cat m mountain cat alpha one

[@MuskokaFreerider]

not unless they updated their sleds. hard to buy a 5 year old sled

[@ianpilling8494]

You should put fox shocks on your next year polaris!

[@pops71]

No arctic cat or lynx consideration?

[@208SledHead]

You wanna donate $50k to the channel, I'm sure he'd be happy to add those to the mix.

[@2010Greendayfan]

Why anyone would bother with arctic cat is beyond me. They haven’t done anything new in years. They’re light years behind.

[@jonathanbeaumont2183]

Great review. I'd love to ride either..Matt are you done riding for the year or still going tell the end of the month?

[@kylegraybill8041]

Which sled has the best headlights?

[@MuskokaFreerider]

No different. Polaris looks cooler lol

[@habsboy10]

d Do you think the blown engine affected how you felt?

[@sboysfilms4513]

I have a 2023 backcountry order

[@J.Johanson]

Great information Matt

[@735Films]

Weill you be running any CFR bars and aftermarket risers to lower the bar height on your 9R next season?

[@yoserman]

What is your experience with fuel consumption?

[@MuskokaFreerider]

they burn it! polaris a little more

[@yoserman]

@@MuskokaFreerider 🙂 Even Steven then.

[@XVIINORTH]

Amazing comparison vid, I’m still trying to decide between which brand I want

[@drath5679]

The reason I will never go with the polaris is their short engine life for someone like you who upgrades every year that should never be a problem.. But for a layman like most the rest of us having having an engine that will go 5 or 6 thousand miles without major issues is crucial to get in that 3rd or 4th or 5th year out of the machine

[@2010Greendayfan]

Lmaooo that’s bs. I’ve got a 2017 pro rmk 800, 6k miles and engine has never been touched. Runs amazing too. So saying Polaris has a short lifespan is bullshit that you just read about.

[@drath5679]

@@2010Greendayfan After being a service Tech for both I can tell you we work on a lot more Polaris engines than we do doo`s... and bringing back the 900 gives me nightmares of top end job After top end job.... 😬

[@EAM35]

What about tunnel attachment like tunnel bags or gas tanks

[@MuskokaFreerider]

I like the Polaris tunnel bag but the ski doo has the linq stuff dialed. The gas can especially

[@leftyeh6495]

Polaris sucks with accessories unless Burandt pushes it out. He doesn't need gas, so they don't do a gas can, he needs a bag so they do a really nice one...

[@MuskokaFreerider]

@@leftyeh6495 I prefer the bag I have which is not a burandt bag

[@jimmynagel4059]

Great review

[@armoil8917]

Love the content!!!

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Thanks!

[@garretttobias3426]

I thought that the ski doo would take the win on the jump catagory because when ever there is a video with big jumps the ski-doo rider always dose a little bit better.

[@v4vDrJoker]

Also looking forward to next year, but Turbo vs NA is kinda hamstringing one from the jump with the kind of riding you do, no?

[@MuskokaFreerider]

I’m going to keep the boost

[@allthathpandnotire3019]

I find myself skipping parts in your videos less when you are on the Polaris.

[@big_whiskey1387]

So that’s it seasons over ur bak at home already?

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Nope

[@herrakarhu1987]

you can try a older mountain sled

[@GamersUnion101]

Since when did he get fox on the ski doo

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Not my sled lol

[@leijja9102]

Crossover or sport snowmobile

[@wiscowheelies3917]

Polaris takes the cake it’s really not even close

[@jromem7313]

101 have to get frog skinz for the vents in deep powder. Must have

[@sledheadmcgee]

They come from factory with frog skins for 2022

[@Brobro449]

No arctic cat :(

[@D3thM3tal]

Great side by side, but as a viewer, I've got to say, I'd much rather listen to the smooth song of the Doo over the Poo.

[@MuskokaFreerider]

I felt the same way at the start of the season

[@jaydenanderson27]

run hose clamps around the steering rod boots they’ll stay

[@olovfernquist1422]

Would be so great if you also get a cat for 2023.

[@R1Kyle]

How many KM are on each?

[@MuskokaFreerider]

Polaris 2200 Ski doo 1500 (I think)

[@leftyeh6495]

Need to add a fire & ice underhood airbox vent to fix the powder bog. Throttle is a problem. Munster is key. Dura-pro ski rubbers...

[@MuskokaFreerider]

I did cut a hole but obviously hot air all the time isn't ideal. ill do some updates for next season. I just got some ski rubbers from a guy in Alberta to try out. ill see how they work

[@rydenlucas5203]

Cool

[@bigchaloopa]

Looking back at this. The Doo is no doubt the KING. The Pol has barely been on the snow and its Jan 2023.