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Mattracks Powerboard - Gas-Powered Motorized Snowboard

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Leave your ancient snowmobile parked during the next snowstorm and shred the backyard slopes with the cool new Mattracks Powerboard ($2,000). This amazing stand on, track propelled snowboard combines the thrill of snowmobiling with the freedom of snowboarding. You can surf and maneuver effortlessly over all types of snow-covered hills and terrain, from the deepest fresh powder to packed, granular snow, at maximum speeds up to 18 mph!

The Mattracks Powerboard is powered by a 6 1/2-hp four-cycle gasoline engine that lets you stay out in the action for up to two hours on only 3/4-gallons of gasoline. Simply hop on the two cleated, binding-free footpads, grab the adjustable height handlebar with built-in throttle control and go. It features a patented rubber track that uses 1 3/4" snow lugs and flexes as you lean in the direction you wish. The durable frame is made from rugged aluminum and the engine housing and decking are molded from high-density molded ABS plastic to safely accommodate riders up to 250 lbs. Thankfully, it also includes a tethered auto-off switch to prevent it from driving off into the winter sunset by itself after you wipe out... you will.

I still prefer a steep hill and a saucer sled as my form of snow travel, but this contraption does look like a blast to ride on. Check out the video to see it in action! (via Michael Kiely)