I've been extremely happy with my 154x2.5 bcxrs over my free ride.

Unless you have a need a full mountain sled the 154BCXRS is a sweet machine and does everything.

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Agreed bcxrs a little less agile in the steep and deep but way better on trails

 

I live in cape Breton, I'm planning on spring ordering a new sled this year too and I'm stuck between a 146 bcx and a freeride 146. I've been riding a summit sp 146 for the past four years and I love it but if I do a day where it's just trail riding my ass gets so sore because the seats are not made for trail riding. I believe the freerides have the same seat as the summit experts which is shorter so I'd say it would be even worse. That's why I'm definitely leaning towards the bcx. Here in Cape Breton there's no need for anything longer than a 146 a lot even say that they are way over kill but there's days where we can absolutely burry them, the 146 keeps up pretty good in the type of snow we get on the east coast it's not usually completely bottomless but the 154 is definitely better if you were always riding in the powder like in Lewis hills.

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What type of riding to you enjoy more? Not necessary what type of riding you do more, but the type of riding you enjoy more. I was in a similar situation 2 years ago. I trail ride in the Midwest with a bit of off trail, but also take a trip to the mountains every year with a group that all ride full mountain sleds. I have a ton more fun in the mountains and off trail rather than trail riding. Even though I only take one trip a year to the mountains and when at home spend more time on trail that off, I bought a sled that performs well in the mountains and the deep snow since that is where I'm having the most fun. I didn't want to sacrifice deep snow performance. I am not into riding real fast on the twisty trails although in the Midwest, I trail ride more than I ride off trail.

I ended up getting an excellent deal on a new 2019 Summit 850 154 with a 2.5" lug in Feb of 2019. I put the extra wheel kit in it and use the scratchers when trail riding and it has never even come close to overheating. It is a bit more tippy on the trails and the clutching is a bit aggressive at slow speeds than my 800 Backcountry, but in the steep and deep, the sled rocks and puts a huge grin on my face.

I was very close to spring ordering a 2020 850 Backcountry XRS 154 with a 2.5" lug which seemed like the perfect sled for my (and still think so) but the price was almost $4000 more than the 2019 Summit, so I bought the Summit.

My recommendation for you from how you describe your riding is the BC XRS 154x2.5 although I know you would be happy with any of your three choices.

I hope this helps.

 

Freeride has the narrow summit front end. I would go Backcountry for any amount of trail riding.

 

Thanks for the helpful information all. I have to say that I'm leaning towards the BC XRS. The shocks alone make it a no brainer as compared to the X package. I will probably order a 154x2. Now it comes down to whether or not I order this year or wait it out. I was really disappointed in the colour options this year. Was also disappointed Doo didn't make any upgrades to the BC line.

One thing that keeps inching me towards buying this year though is surprisingly the costs for a 2022 are basically the same as a 2021. I think the 2023s are going to be significantly higher due to COVID, I'm hearing all Rec vehicles will be, but maybe that's BS.

Thanks guys and happy sledding.

 

I think you are going to be plenty happy with the BCXRS!

Keep looking at the colours online in as many videos as you can. I have found skidoo sleds usually look great in person despite the initial colour "shock". If not just buy black!

 

I have to say I love my BCXRS 154! Absolutely an awesome do everything sled. I Doo have a 2 1/2" track, but I am more of an off trail guy than a trail guy, but I can surely put down 100 miles if I needed to. But since I want more off trail and some trips out West, a 165 Freeride will be my next sled, but I will keep my BCXRS because I have it just like I want it. There are plenty of testimonials on this site to give you a broad perspective of the Backcountry and how well it covers to category of a 50/50 sled. You WILL NOT be disappointed!

 

I have a FR 154 and trail ride it often as I can ride right from my back door. I didn't buy it to trail ride obviously, but its not nearly as bad as some say. I find it pretty damn decent on the trails actually, considering what it is.

That being said, It sounds like the 154 BCXRS is the perfect sled for you. Especially if you are only riding off trail a couple times a year, the BCXRS won't let you down. The full length tunnel on the BC sleds is the selling point to you I think. The FR has the shorter tunnel and you would need to buy the extra flap for any decent trail rides. It is definitely more nimble off trail, being narrower and short tunnel, but it doesn't sound like you are looking for a sled to ride like that. The BCXRS in a 154 can ride trails all day long and will make you very happy.

 

Thanks again to all that replied. Decided to get the BCXRS 154x2 in all black. Would have preferred a colour option, but not a fan of this years choice. And after reading some posts I think next years prices are in for a significant increase. Dealer gave me internet MSRP no freight or PDI. Free cover, spare belt and jug of oil. All additional accessories are tax free and free install.

Now my next question lol. I plan to get the deep snow pro bag and the 11 litre Linq trail seat bag. Gas caddy as well. I'd like to get another bag and am torn between the SR21 or the 17 litre sport bag. Looking at pictures it seems like the SR21 can conflict with the deep snow pro bag if I have the deep snow bag expanded and the SR21 is on the gas caddy.

Have you guys noticed any conflicts like this? Basic set up is trail seat bag, gas caddy and deep snow in position 2 just need to figure out which is the best for on top of the gas caddy. Thanks a lot guys.

Happy sledding!

 

I run either the Ski Doo bag that takes up both position 1 and 2 if I don't need to carry fuel as that bag holds the shovel on the outside of the bag.

If I need to carry fuel I run the 4 gallon fuel caddy in position 1 and a ling bag in position 2 but I need to disassemble the shovel to fit it inside the bag.

 

Thanks again to all that replied. Decided to get the BCXRS 154x2 in all black. Would have preferred a colour option, but not a fan of this years choice. And after reading some posts I think next years prices are in for a significant increase. Dealer gave me internet MSRP no freight or PDI. Free cover, spare belt and jug of oil. All additional accessories are tax free and free install.
Now my next question lol. I plan to get the deep snow pro bag and the 11 litre Linq trail seat bag. Gas caddy as well. I'd like to get another bag and am torn between the SR21 or the 17 litre sport bag. Looking at pictures it seems like the SR21 can conflict with the deep snow pro bag if I have the deep snow bag expanded and the SR21 is on the gas caddy.
Have you guys noticed any conflicts like this? Basic set up is trail seat bag, gas caddy and deep snow in position 2 just need to figure out which is the best for on top of the gas caddy. Thanks a lot guys.
Happy sledding!

I'm in a similar situation, currently have a summit 850 146 which I live but since the kids have come along I go to take my wife's bcx800 more frequently as it's just easier with the kids. So I'm thinking a bc xrs 146x2 should be a good compromise. I'm also in central Newfoundland and the last couple years it's been less trips west and more trips close to home. Hope that changes as the kids get older lol. What dealer did you order from for that price? I checked one and it was a couple hundred more than what you quoted but still not bad. I've been using a slim tunnel bag for years but it's time for a new one, will probably get the bca mtn pro and add the linq mounts. Wouldn't mind having a windshield too for then the kids come along.

 

Hi,

I got my price in Grand Falls. Last couple sleds I've bought have been the same deal. And even better this year coz I think freight is a bit higher.

 

Thanks again to all that replied. Decided to get the BCXRS 154x2 in all black. Would have preferred a colour option, but not a fan of this years choice. And after reading some posts I think next years prices are in for a significant increase. Dealer gave me internet MSRP no freight or PDI. Free cover, spare belt and jug of oil. All additional accessories are tax free and free install.

Now my next question lol. I plan to get the deep snow pro bag and the 11 litre Linq trail seat bag. Gas caddy as well. I'd like to get another bag and am torn between the SR21 or the 17 litre sport bag. Looking at pictures it seems like the SR21 can conflict with the deep snow pro bag if I have the deep snow bag expanded and the SR21 is on the gas caddy.

Have you guys noticed any conflicts like this? Basic set up is trail seat bag, gas caddy and deep snow in position 2 just need to figure out which is the best for on top of the gas caddy. Thanks a lot guys.

Happy sledding!

I have the SR21 and I'd go with something else. Good decision on sled.... you'll give up 25% on trail to be a beast off trail.

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Went from a 19 146 BCXRS 2" to a 21 154 BCXRS 2.5". Even though we boondock as much as possible, we do have to ride trails to get around in Michigan. I loved my 146 but the 154 is a better sled in every situation. I believe I'm faster in the trails, off trail is amazing and the snappy fun factor is still there. I considered a Freeride but decided every mod I would make, seat, T-motion lock out, etc. would be to make it more like a BC. I couldn't be happier with my decision.

Good luck!

 

154 BCXRS is the ultimate 50/50 flatland sled. I love mine. It is perfect for where I am and how I ride compared to the 154 FR.

 

One of the biggest concerns on the bcxrs is the running board width, better off going with the x if wanting to stick with a bc. The x has the narrow running boards. If you go freeride then you get the mountain boards which are much better

 

One of the biggest concerns on the bcxrs is the running board width, better off going with the x if wanting to stick with a bc. The x has the narrow running boards. If you go freeride then you get the mountain boards which are much better

I had plans to go with the XRS this year for the upgraded shocks-the wider/reinforced boards are what pushed me back to the X package (along with the blue/orange color).

 

Why is smaller running boards better ?
BCXRS & Freeride running boards not the same ?
Just trying to get info. Thx.

 

Wider running boards hold you up on top of the snow and don't let the track dig. Freeride has summit boards , backcountry x has a bit wider but hold more snow, the xrs has the really wide reinforced boards

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Take a look here to compare the differences on running boards between models: https://www.ski-doo.com/us/en/virtual-show.html

 

I would have a hard time letting my decision be weighted so heavily on running boards. The XRS shock package with rebound adjusters on the front shocks has me quickly overlooking running board width.

 

I would have a hard time letting my decision be weighted so heavily on running boards. The XRS shock package with rebound adjusters on the front shocks has me quickly overlooking running board width.

Freeride has the same shocks on it

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Rear skid, stance and display are what had me move from
freeride 154 to BCXRS 154

 

Freeride has the same shocks on it

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BCX and BCXRS. If we're talking running board difference between Freeride and BCXRS, Tmotion and ski stance width IMO are much bigger factors to decide in than running boards.....

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