What is the minimum age to ride?

Minimum age is 10; ensure children meet the 46" height requirement to ride safely.

Check in at Throttle RX Headquarters, 7460 Main St E, Danbury, WI 54830. Arrive 30 minutes prior to your reservation start time.

Is safety training required?

Riders born on or after January 1, 1985 must complete an online snowmobile safety course before riding. Throttle RX provides a safety briefing and operation orientation at check-in.

What is included in the rental?

The rental includes the vehicle, helmets & goggles, a safety briefing, the first tank of gas, trail passes, a GPS digital map with preloaded routes, and trailside assistance.

How much is the damage deposit?

A $1,500 damage deposit is required per snowmobile and is collected by credit/debit card upon arrival; no cash accepted.

Is this activity wheelchair accessible?

No. The activity is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for pregnant women.

850 Switchback XC: Multi-Day Northwoods Snowmobile Rental near Danbury, WI | Snowmobile | Winter Activities

Throttle RX Rentals' 850 Switchback XC - Multi-Day Snow Adventure starts in the Northwoods around Danbury, Wisconsin, with check-in at Throttle RX Headquarters, 7460 Main St E, Danbury, WI 54830. Rent a Polaris sled and ride through an expansive winter landscape where forests flatten sound and every turn gives a new frame of frosted pines. The ride is simple to learn but rich in variety: groomed trail corridors, tight tree-lined singletrack, and long open stretches that reveal rolling, glacially carved hills. Key features include miles of land-based trails (no lake riding on this trip), thick stands of balsam fir and white pine, and clearings where wind-scoured snow forms sculptural drifts. Wildlife is present in small tracks—hare prints, white-tailed deer, and occasionally ruffed grouse—reminding riders they travel through an active northern ecosystem. This self-paced rental includes helmets, goggles, a GPS digital map with preloaded routes, trail passes, and trailside assistance; a safety briefing and orientation get newcomers up to speed. Machines are Polaris sleds with the first tank of gas included. Group size limits are two riders per machine and up to ten people total, which keeps the experience intimate while letting each party set its own schedule. Note the practical details: a $1,500 damage deposit is required per snowmobile and riders born on or after January 1, 1985 must complete an online snowmobile safety course. Why this experience stands out in northwest Wisconsin is its blend of independence and support. You’re not tied to a guided parade; instead you follow preloaded corridors that open into deeper backcountry routes when you want to push farther. Throttle RX Rentals is a local outfitter placed at the edge of a large trail network, and pairing modern Polaris sleds with GPS navigation makes exploring safer and more flexible than ever. Bring layered cold-weather clothing, warm boots, and waterproof gloves; the company supplies helmets and goggles but not cold-weather apparel. The itinerary is straightforward: arrive, suit up, watch the safety video, and ride—returning for a quick inspection at the end of each day. The trip favors riders who want scenic mileage, photo stops in bright winter light, and the quiet of a snowbound forest. For anyone seeking a hands-on Northwoods winter getaway that balances safety, machine performance, and the chance to set your own pace, this multi-day snowmobile rental is hard to beat. Nearby Danbury offers simple lodging options and classic Northwoods taverns where you can thaw out after a day on the trails; Throttle RX Rentals also provides tips for local eats and lodging. Because the machine rental model reduces group bottlenecks, more riders access quiet corridors that traditionally saw fewer visitors, spreading impact across the trail network and preserving the sense of wilderness.