What should you do with your hands while riding a snowmobile?

Holding firmly on the handlebars while riding a snowmobile is crucial for maintaining control and ensuring your safety. This position allows you to effectively steer the vehicle and respond to changes in terrain or unexpected obstacles. A secure grip helps stabilize your body, especially when navigating rough or bumpy conditions, which are common in snowmobiling. Additionally, a firm hold on the handlebars enables you to react quickly to maintain balance and avoid accidents.

Keeping your hands relaxed and off the handlebars may lead to a loss of control, while placing your hands on your lap or using them to steer only could prevent you from handling the snowmobile effectively in various conditions. Therefore, maintaining a firm grip is a fundamental aspect of safe snowmobile operation.