Winter Fun Made More Convenient with Storage

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Spring may be on its way, but winter certainly did a number on most parts of the country.  That’s not always a bad thing though, as many people enjoy the recreational opportunities only available when there’s snow on the ground.  However, with winter being at most 4 months long in most of the country, does it really make sense to keep all that stuff in your home?  Wouldn’t it be more convenient to keep all your winter equipment in one place where it’s not taking up valuable space?

Renting a Hagermans Corners storage unit is the perfect solution to season gear.  You can use it year round, of course, but it seems like the real value is in storing all the winter gear that is necessarily bulky for fighting the cold.  However, winter isn’t just about shoveling snow and getting rid of ice.  Snowmobiling is a common winter activity.  Properly storing your snowmobile is the best way to ensure it will operate at maximum efficiency when the next blizzard rolls through.  Tips for storing your sled include:

• Renting a climate controlled Hagermans Corners storage unit.  Fluctuations in temperature and humidity can lead to condensation forming on parts.  This condensation can cause the metal in your snowmobile to corrode.
• Clean the entire machine as it you were taking it out for the first time of the season.
• You’ll want to spray down the engine and other moving parts with a lubricant (WD-40 for example) prior to storage.  This will keep the parts lubricated through the summer when your snowmobile is not in use.
• Disconnect the batter and attach it to a charger.  This will keep the battery fresh and lessen the chances of a fire or electrical issues.
• Go over the engine carefully, making sure everything is working properly.  Broken or worn out pieces should be replaced.  Remove the sparkplugs and place a small amount of lubricant in the cylinders.  This will keep them from corroding over the summer.
• Stuff rags into any openings in your snowmobile (specifically the exhaust pipe).  This will further minimize condensation and prevent birds or rodents from forming nests in your machine.
• Remove the seat to your snowmobile.  Any moisture can cause it to mildew, resulting in an unpleasant odor.  Treat the tires and any hoses with the proper rubber protectant.
• Opinions tend to vary on what you should do with your fuel.  The two schools of thought are draining the tank entirely or topping it off for the summer.  There are arguments to be made in either direction.  A good tip would be to consult the owner’s manual of your individual model for the most ideal storage solution.
• Storing your snowmobile off the ground (on a wooden pallet for instance) will help prevent the track and skis from rotting.

Of course along with your snowmobile, you can store your skis, sleds, snowsuits and ice fishing gear, ensuring everything you need to enjoy the winter wonderland is in the same easy to find place when you need it.  Clear up space in your garage as well by keeping all the materials you need to survive the winter in storage as well.  This could include your ice melt, snow blower or, if you really enjoy working in the snow, your shovels.

Winter isn’t always easy to deal with, but it can be fun.  No matter if you love the snow or hate it, using Hagermans Corners storage can make your winters just a little bit easier to handle.

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Disclamer: This entry is intended to promote our partner StorageMart and some or all participants received compensation.