ATV Zone

Welcome to the ATV zone—your source for industry news, ATV club updates, safety information, ATVing adventure stories and quad rider personality profiles. From exploring the backcountry to working on the farm, ATVs/UTVs have become useful tools and fun toys. No matter what brand you ride, our ATV section is designed to keep you up-to-date with the latest happenings in the world of ATV sports.

A group of ATVers riding up a rocky road in the desert.

Embracing the outdoors

No matter whether it’s on an ATV or a snowmobile—Trish Oosterhoff of Smithers, B.C., is happy as long as she’s in the mountains. 

An aerial shot of a group of ATVers getting ready for a ride.

Philanthropic ATVers

This year, ATVers in Manitoba will have a chance to participate in the Ride for Dad fundraiser. The first annual ATV Ride for Dad Winnipeg chapter takes place September 28 in Stonewall.

Gordon and his wife sit on a yellow quad against a scenic backdrop.

Keeping riders safe

Gordon Galloway, safety director with ATV/BC, shares the importance of safety in quadding and the initiatives of the organization.

A woman in and a man smile and hold up certificates while a man in a white shirt stands next to them.

Interview with a safety instructor

Denise Bertrand is serious about off-road riding and she's especially passionate about helping others stay safe on their quads this summer.

A guy on a green ATV going fast around a corner.

Arctic Cat ATV test ride and photo shoot

Testing the 2013 Arctic Cat 700 Limited ATV—Kootenay Rockies style. 

Someone on a blue ATV descends down a steep shale slope while a group looks on.

No looking back

You would be hard pressed to find someone who loves the sport of ATVing more than Stephen Cameron does. After moving to Fort St. John he started quadding and hasn’t looked back since.

A Red Deer rider shares his adventures

Jared Buettner’s insane passion for adrenalin has landed him on sleds, ATVs and dirt bikes his whole life.

man riding an ATV

Making a name in the world of ATV motocross

Meet 17-year-old pro Bryton Curry and hear the inspiring story of why he started quad riding

Photo of a tricked out yellow ATV.

Project mod quad

When these photos arrived in my email inbox, I knew I just had to get the full story on what looked to me like a 2012 Can-Am Renegade 1000 on steroids. 

A rider on a yellow quad navigates through a field of boulders. Behind him is a rolling green hill.

Fun riding and then some

With a new president and some defined goals, Brandon and its surrounding area are about to benefit from some solid positive initiatives in recreational quadding.

Page 1 of 8 pages  1 2 3 >  Last ›

Quadding in Vernon, BC

Hotshots

Quad the glorious Vernon trails

Quadding in Vernon means accessing some of the province's best terrain.

Ride On Summer Getaway Contest

Ride On Summer Getaway Contest

RidersWest is giving away a free ride to the most popular areas in Western Canada.
The entry deadline for this contest is June 21, 2013

ATVs on a hilltop

Hotshots

Overlooking the Pass

ATVers stop to appreciate the view.

A young lady riding a dirt bike

Masters MotoXcorner

On to the Wastelands

Follow Ed Masters as he chronicles the motocross circuits on Vancouver Island.

A dark haired man standing on a bridge with a dual sport bike.

Ride On!

An eye for detail

Steve Shannon, 27, is a photographer and an off-road racer whose professional portfolio includes the International Six Days of Enduro (ISDE), the Red Bull Romaniacs and Xtinction. 

Motocross rider in the air.

Moto Mayhem

Early season indicators

The new motocross season is finally underway and I sense more enthusiasm than I’ve felt in several years!

A guy sitting on a bike at a dealership.

The Scoop

The scoop on Yamaha’s TW200

Larry Till was all smiles this Wednesday morning as he waited for his new Yamaha TW200 to complete its first service. 

Photo of two people riding dirt bikes on a dirt track.

Inside Your Ride

Choosing a dirt bike

When choosing a dirt bike, it is important to narrow down your choices based upon your specific needs. It is easy to get twitterpated away from logic by horsepower and peer pressure, so here are some tips to help you choose the bike best suited for you.