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Which motion signals slowing or caution?

A downward flapping motion of the extended left hand.

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  1. A clenched fist overhead
  2. A thumb over the shoulder
  3. Downward flapping of left hand ✔

Why: The low, downward motion warns following riders to reduce speed or use caution. Make it deliberate and visible.

Huh, didn't know that: Keep control of the sled while signaling.

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What did the downward flapping hand say? Slow down, snow buddy.
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Answer: Downward flapping of left hand. The low, downward motion warns following riders to reduce speed or use caution. Make it deliberate and visible.

  1. Snowmobiling Hand Signals www.saferiderssafetyawareness.org/snowmobiling-hand-signals.html
    downward flapping motion of hand to signal warning or caution
    Checked 2026-10-21.

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