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Northern BC Backroad Mapbook (3rd Edition)
Gear & Tech

Northern BC Backroad Mapbook (3rd Edition)

According to sources at Mussio Ventures Ltd.—the company that creates the Backroad Mapbooks—this comprehensive, 196-page outdoor recreation guide contains significant improvements over previous editions. It includes new…

Kirsten Armleder
July 18, 2012

Let your senses be your guide
Gear & Tech

Let your senses be your guide

The author explains how you can tell if your machine is running properly and when it is not

Trish Drinkle
July 23, 2012

Catching up with Shane Cuthbertson
Riders & Racing

Catching up with Shane Cuthbertson

Professional off-road racer Shane Cuthbertson speaks to RidersWest about his riding career and his family

Kirsten Armleder
July 23, 2012

Polaris enters joint venture with Eicher Motors Limited
News & Events

Polaris enters joint venture with Eicher Motors Limited

The partnership creates a new operation in India, expanding the company’s global footprint

Kyle Born
July 24, 2012

Everyone at Laguna Seca Moto GP invited to play with Sena Technologies Gear
News & Events

Everyone at Laguna Seca Moto GP invited to play with Sena Technologies Gear

Sena, a Bluetooth innovator in the motorcycle and outdoor activities market, invites all attendees to head to the Cycle Parts West booth inside the Vendor Pavilion and test out the latest in Bluetooth technology for motorcycle riders for themselves.

Kyle Born
July 26, 2012

Vancouver Island MX season review: Part 2, the prospects
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Vancouver Island MX season review: Part 2, the prospects

See who the Island’s top five motocross prospects are, how they got started and the author’s prediction for their futures

Jim Muir
August 9, 2012

Double podium win for CGRT at Wildhorse HS
News & Events

Double podium win for CGRT at Wildhorse HS

It was a great weekend of racing for Corner Grass Racing Team members Shane Cuthbertson and Cole Dobovich

Kyle Born
August 9, 2012

Valentino Rossi signs with Yamaha Factory Racing MotoGP Team
News & Events

Valentino Rossi signs with Yamaha Factory Racing MotoGP Team

Italian professional motorcycle racer Valentino Rossi to ride for the Yamaha Factory Racing MotoGP Team for 2013 and 2014

Kyle Born
August 14, 2012

Crossing Canada on a Goldwing: Part 2
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Crossing Canada on a Goldwing: Part 2

There was never a dull moment for Wayne Hamm and Bruce Wheeler as they rode through Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba

Wayne Hamm
August 14, 2012

Crossing Canada on a Goldwing: Part 1
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Crossing Canada on a Goldwing: Part 1

The first leg of Wayne Hamm and Bruce Wheeler's motorcycle journey

Wayne Hamm
August 14, 2012

Roland Sands Design motorcycle makeover opportunity
News & Events

Roland Sands Design motorcycle makeover opportunity

Bell and Roland Sands to customize U.S. winner’s bike in new Star Treatment contest

Kyle Born
August 15, 2012

Preparing your ATV for hunting season
Gear & Tech

Preparing your ATV for hunting season

Make your hunting season a success by getting your quad ready well in advance

Trish Drinkle
August 16, 2012

Quadra Bazooka Rear Rack Bag
Gear & Tech

Quadra Bazooka Rear Rack Bag

With the Quadra Bazooka Rear Rack Bag, ATVers can keep their gear clean and safely stowed away while en route to their favourite fishing, hunting or camping spot.

Kirsten Armleder
August 17, 2012

Riding the rail trail on a Rhino
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Riding the rail trail on a Rhino

The author, who is a director for ATV/BC, shares the details of her recent ride along the C&W Rail Trail near Castlegar, B.C.

Moira Jaatteenmaki
August 20, 2012

2013 Polaris Ranger XP 900
Gear & Tech

2013 Polaris Ranger XP 900

Polaris Industries Inc. has unveiled its new lineup of Ranger side-by-side utility vehicles. Leading the pack is a completely redesigned, full-size Ranger XP 900—equipped with more than 500 new or improved consumer…

Kirsten Armleder
August 20, 2012

Polaris donates $154,125 at Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
News & Events

Polaris donates $154,125 at Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

“Our relationship with the Wounded Warrior Project allows Polaris and our dealers to support the men and women who selflessly sacrifice for our nation through their military service,” said Scott Wine, Polaris Industries CEO. “We consider it an honour and a privilege to partner with the Wounded Warrior Project, an organization that lends a hand to those who merit it most. We hope this donation helps these brave men and women return to the rich, active lives they truly deserve.”

Kyle Born
August 21, 2012

Custom off-road golf carts
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Custom off-road golf carts

You’ll never look at another golf cart the same way again

Kirsten Armleder
August 22, 2012

Crossing Canada on a Goldwing—Part 4
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Crossing Canada on a Goldwing—Part 4

In this story, Wayne Hamm and Bruce Wheeler ride through the Atlantic provinces to reach their final destination

Wayne Hamm
August 30, 2012

Crossing Canada on a Goldwing: Part 3
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Crossing Canada on a Goldwing: Part 3

Wayne Hamm and Bruce Wheeler discovered lakes, rivers and unique attractions as they made their way across Ontario and Quebec

Wayne Hamm
August 30, 2012

Challenging terrain didn’t stop these ATVers
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Challenging terrain didn’t stop these ATVers

Ryan Ashby and his friend went up and down almost vertical mountain trails during their three-day adventure

Karen Kornelsen
August 31, 2012

ATV/BC elects a new president
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

ATV/BC elects a new president

ATV/BC's new president, Jeff Mohr, talks about ATVing, safety and his love for the ride

Karen Kornelsen
August 31, 2012

Vancouver Island MX season review: Part 3, the prospects
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Vancouver Island MX season review: Part 3, the prospects

See who else is on Jim Muir’s list of the top 10 motocrossers on Vancouver Island, and how they made the cut

Jim Muir
September 4, 2012

Crossing Canada on a Goldwing—Part 5
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Crossing Canada on a Goldwing—Part 5

Wayne Hamm describes his ride from Newfoundland back home to Alberta, and he reflects on his cross-Canada trip

Wayne Hamm
September 5, 2012

Ogio now accepting rider support applications
News & Events

Ogio now accepting rider support applications

Ogio, designer of sport bag collections for adrenalin-driven athletes, is now accepting rider support applications for the 2013 season. Ogio is the official gear bag of Team Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki riders Justin Brayton, Jake Weimer, Justin Barcia, Davi Millsaps and many more. Motocross, off-road moto, freestyle and supermoto athletes are encouraged to apply now through October 31, 2012. Resumes can be sent to Chad Zulian by [email](http://[email protected]) or mailed to the following

Kyle Born
September 11, 2012