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2010-05-01T18:20:00.001-07:00

Testing. Testing 1.2.3

Arctic Cat ATV Powersteering Reviews

2010-03-26T10:41:00.001-07:00

Here's the Proof

Industry’s Toughest Critics Hail Arctic Cat’s EPS

Best Arctic Cat ATVs Ever – Now With Power Steering

Arctic Cat took time perfecting Electronic Power Steering, but based on the overwhelming positive media coverage, the wait was definitely worth it. See what the industry’s harshest critics had to say and the message you can pass on to your consumers.

John Arens, ATV Illustrated February 2010

“It’s rare for any manufacturer to launch a new model on terrain or in conditions that may not favor them. Arctic Cat launched six new units with EPS in extreme conditions and in unforgiving terrain, and that says a lot about the confidence they have in their ATVs. After a day of riding, we feel the new models are the best Arctic Cats ever.”

John Prusak, ATV Magazine March 2010

“Lighter steering is a nice benefit, but the primary advantage to the system is the amount of kickback it erases. On the rugged trails of Moab we were able to attack the challenging conditions with a new sense of confidence, and that confidence was rewarded with a smooth and enjoyable ride.”

Brad Howe, Dirtwheels April 2010

“The Arctic Cat 700H1 EFI is a good machine. It provided us with a solid test, and we came away impressed. The power steering system is one of the best on the market, too. It has a smooth powerplant, which is bolted to a very reliable chassis. The suspension is plush. Eleven inches of ground clearance is class-leading, and you can ride it up absolutely anything.”

Pat Bourgeois, ATV World Winter 2010

“Arctic Cats EPS system is perhaps the most sophisticated of its kind in the industry, their true variable assist makes for a buttery smooth and near resistance-free turning during extreme low speed situations, or when external forces such as mud, rocks or stumps try to make turning difficult.

Nick Nelson, ATVriders.com

“The system does not over assist like I feel that some of the other available systems do, and I could not think of a single situation where I would opt for going back to a non power steering model. That said, if Arctic Cat’s intention was to drastically improve the meat of their line up with the addition of a power steering system that leaves the rider feeling like he is still in complete control, then they have succeeded.”

John Sandberg, ArcticInsider.com

“I must admit I wasn’t one of those people clamoring for powersteering. I’d never tried and, nor did I believe needed it. This made my experience all the more enlightening and, frankly, overwhelming. The difference between EPS and Non-EPS is night and day. Steering effort is cut in half…and maybe more. The difference is most noticeable when negotiating rocks, tight turns and heavy-steering situations, and it’s clear to me other situations where I would be equally impressed: plowing snow; negotiating tight woods and anytime when riding with a fully-locked differential.”

2011 Snowmobile Sneak Peak Minneapolis - April 5th

2010-03-17T14:37:00.000-07:00

2011 Snowmobile Sneak Peak is coming!

April 5th 4:00 - 9:00 at.

Sheraton Bloomington Hotel
7800 Normandale Blvd.
Minneapolis, MN

Stop by to check out the latest in snowmobile technology. Hope to see you all there!

Snowmobile Outerwear Sale at Lighthouse Motorsports

2010-02-07T19:28:00.000-08:00

Lighthouse Motorsports and Marine of Rosemount, Minnesota is launching their OUTERWEAR CLEARANCE SALE! All Outwear Items are on sale.

This sale only includes "In-stock items" and everything is expected to move quickly.

We carry Arcticwear, Slednecks, FXR, Drift and others. Stop in to check it out.

Power Steering comes to select 2010 Arctic Cat ATVs

2010-01-22T12:43:00.000-08:00

2010 is a big year for Arctic Cat ATVs. Arctic Cat recently announced that they will offer 6 new 2010 models that will include Power Steering to improve handling performance.

Here is a picture of the system. Check out ATV.com's Arctic Cat 700 S review for more details.

Keep watching the blog to see when our order comes in. You'll then be able to test drive one of the latest 2010 Arctic Cat ATV's with Power Steering.

Military Personnel or MN USA member? Save 10%

2009-12-21T15:01:00.000-08:00

Happy Holidays from Lighthouse Motorsports. To show our thanks, we're currently offering Military Personnel and MN USA Members 10% any in-stock parts and accessories.

Be sure to tell your friends! And be sure to bring in your military ID or membership card to receive the special.

*Some exclusions apply, contact us at 651-322-4420 or stop in for more details.

FINES DOUBLE RACING/ARCTIC CAT TEAM WINS THE BAJA 1000

2009-12-04T14:53:00.001-08:00

An Undefeated Record Leads To a Championship First!

The Fines Double Racing/ Arctic Cat Factory Team just returned home from a ten-day adventure in Baja Mexico, which included a win at the SCORE Baja 1000. In fact, the team swept the entire series this year, never settling for second place at either the Baja 250 or Baja 500. On December 5th, the team will claim the first ever utility ATV class championship award at the SCORE International Off-Road Racing Series awards banquet at the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas.

The FDR team rides an Arctic Cat Thundercat 1000 H2, a 700 plus-pound, mammoth-sized, 4x4 ATV that comes stock with a 950cc V-twin engine. The FDR Thundercat is slightly modified for high-speed desert racing. Arctic Cat utilizes a lot of the information it gathers from the FDR Baja effort, which translates into its development of better stock production machines, especially in the areas of performance handling and all-around durability.

This team takes a lot of pride in the fact that it has never conceded to any long distance racecourse. “These machines have been put through the ringer! Each of our Thundercat ATVs has several thousand race miles stacked up on the odometer,” says team captain Reid Rutherford. “This 2009 Baja 1000 win completes 13 finishes in a row between Nevada’s Best In The Desert series and the SCORE Off-road series. This is our 9th finish in a row down in Baja!” When it comes to competing in these types of long distance races, those that have been there will tell you that a record like that of the FDR Team is unheard of. “Our entire team worked very hard to get to this point, and we’re stoked that we swept the entire 2009 series,” exclaimed Rutherford.

FDR team racer Benn Vernadakis had this to say about the team’s victory at the Baja 1000, “It wasn’t an easy battle, you know? Just when we were beginning to think we might have the competition beat, we suffered an unavoidable crash in an effort to miss colliding with a race car that was rolling backwards and out of control down a hill. The whole ordeal bent a lower front A-arm, and we lost the race and back-up battery at the same time. This all happened at race-mile 472 near Mike’s Sky Ranch, probably the most remote and inaccessible location on the entire racecourse. It cost us about seven hours of down time to find a legal way to get a fresh battery to the racer. We got it running though, and battled hard to get back in the lead. Aside from that, the Thundercat ran flawless, strong and cool all day. We never had a flat tire and we started and finished with the same drive belt!

Jason Wade and Jeff Henson, both veteran Baja racers, were enlisted by the team to fill in the big shoes of FDR team racer Tony Valero, who regretfully wasn’t able to attend the Baja 1000 due to unyielding personal reasons. Henson, who is also a powersports photo journalist, had this to say about his first race with the team. “I would bet big money that there is no other ATV team out here that has the race support system that Fines Double Racing has. They’re also racing a machine that has proven it’s up to any task. Arctic Cat has good reason to be proud. This team comes prepared for a war, and they never give up! Every member of this team is just as valuable as the next, whether it’s a racer or a pit crew member. I consider it a very big honor to be asked to race with these guys.”

The first class FDR chase/pit crew includes Phil Heck, Alex Waters, Jason Cook, Steve Rudd, Brent Falin, Merlin Ladd, Aaron, Chris Fisher, Ron and Tom Craft and ace mechanic Ryan “Rhino” Best.

Fines Double Racing/Arctic Cat Team Sponsors Include:
Fluidyne Powersports Radiators, Speedwerx, Rox Risers, Spyder Grips, Vision X, Planetmoto.com, Klim, Motion Pro, Elka, RTT Stabilizers, Greenball Tires, and Montrose Signs.

The Fines Double Team will continue racing with Arctic Cat for 2010. For more information and updates on the team’s progress, check out the Fines Double Race Team website at www.finesdoubleracing.com.

Arctic Cat 3000 LBS Warn Winch for $275

2009-12-04T14:37:00.000-08:00

Lighthouse Motorsports and Marine is currently offering an Arctic Cat 3000 lb Warn Winch for

$275 each.

Quanitites are limited to act fast.

Call us for details at 651-322-4420 or stop in.

Welcome to the Lighthouse Motorsports and Marine Blog

2009-12-04T14:08:00.000-08:00

To our customers:

This blog is designed to inform our customers about the happenings with our store. We will include things like: Arctic Cat News, product releases, and in-store deals. Be sure to stop by often.

If there is anything that you would like to see here, please let us know. We are always aiming to improve our website and our store to create the most value for our customers. Feedback is always appreciated.

Thanks for stopping by and tell your friends!

Luke Waldriff
Owner