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The Harley in the Barn motorcycle book review
Gear & Tech

The Harley in the Barn motorcycle book review

Written by Tom Cotter—who is a passionate historian, collector, racer and restorer of vintage vehicles from North Carolina—*The* *Harley in the Barn* is a collection of short stories about rare motorcycle finds.…

Kirsten Armleder
April 1, 2013

HD Grit motorcycle sunglasses by Wiley X
Gear & Tech

HD Grit motorcycle sunglasses by Wiley X

The HD Grit sunglasses are the newest addition to the Harley-Davidson Performance line by Wiley X. They feature Wiley X’s breakthrough Partial Polarized (PPZ) lenses. According to Wiley X, the PPZ lenses give the wearer…

Kirsten Armleder
April 1, 2013

Choosing a dirt bike
Gear & Tech

Choosing a dirt bike

How to find the dirt bike that is right for you

Trish Drinkle and Steven Radel
April 2, 2013

Our cover photographer
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Our cover photographer

The story behind the RidersWest Spring 2013 cover photo

Danielle Brost
April 3, 2013

Catching up with Victoria Hett
Riders & Racing

Catching up with Victoria Hett

RidersWest chats with two-time ISDE bronze medallist Victoria Hett of Vernon, B.C., about her plans for the 2013 season

Kirsten Armleder
April 3, 2013

Quadski amphibious ATV
Gear & Tech

Quadski amphibious ATV

The Quadski is designed and developed by Gibbs Sports Amphibians Inc.—a privately held company based in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

Kirsten Armleder
April 4, 2013

Katoom and Doom podiums for Hett
News & Events

Katoom and Doom podiums for Hett

Vernon, B.C.'s Victoria Hett gets second and first place finishes at Rounds 1 and 2 of the PNWMA

Kyle Born
April 4, 2013

Fly Racing Tourist Helmet
Gear & Tech

Fly Racing Tourist Helmet

Designed for all-season riding, the Tourist Helmet comes with a one-piece breath box as well.

Kirsten Armleder
April 4, 2013

Toyo introduces a tougher all-terrain tire
Gear & Tech

Toyo introduces a tougher all-terrain tire

Toyo Tire Canada Inc. presents a tougher all-terrain tire available for truck and SUV owners– the all-new Open Country A/T II. Available now at Toyo Tires dealers across Canada, the Open Country A/T II offers…

Kim Shellborn
April 7, 2013

Three exceptional rides in southern Alberta
Alberta
Destinations & Trips

Three exceptional rides in southern Alberta

Trek through beautiful trails as you look at historical sights

Kim Schoenberger
April 17, 2013

Polaris acquires Aixam Mega
News & Events

Polaris acquires Aixam Mega

Expertise in on-road quadricycles and light duty commercial vehicles complements Polaris’ existing product portfolio

Kyle Born
April 17, 2013

Victoria Hett finishes first at Desert 100
News & Events

Victoria Hett finishes first at Desert 100

Victoria Hett places first in the Ladies Class at the Desert 100 event in Odessa, Washington, on April 7, 2013. — photo courtesy Corner Grass Racing Team.

Kyle Born
April 19, 2013

Where to ride in central Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan
Destinations & Trips

Where to ride in central Saskatchewan

Hermanson said that all riders—local or visiting—are welcome

Karissa Gall
April 20, 2013

Top motorsports in southern Saskatchewan this summer
Saskatchewan
Destinations & Trips

Top motorsports in southern Saskatchewan this summer

Once the snow melts, Motovalley Raceway Regina will be open for riding.

Karissa Gall
April 20, 2013

Central Alberta motocross racers have plenty of opportunities to compete this year
Alberta
Destinations & Trips

Central Alberta motocross racers have plenty of opportunities to compete this year

Signature features make the new Fort McMurray track a must-ride

Karissa Gall
April 20, 2013

Making a name in the world of ATV motocross
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Making a name in the world of ATV motocross

Curry took first place in the Quad A class in the Peace Motocross Association last year

Karen Kornelsen
April 21, 2013

Highlights of western Canadian watersports in 2013
Water Sports

Highlights of western Canadian watersports in 2013

Summer Tour 2013

Karissa Gall
April 21, 2013

RotoPax Fuel Packs
Gear & Tech

RotoPax Fuel Packs

Made by Great Outdoor Products LLC in Bountiful, Utah, RotoPax Fuel Packs are low profile fuel cans that are designed specifically for ATVs, UTVs, snowmobiles and other off-road vehicles. The packs come in one- to…

Kirsten Armleder
April 22, 2013

Pre-season with Félicia Robichaud
Riders & Racing

Pre-season with Félicia Robichaud

Félicia Robichaud enters the off-road season with a new bike and the prospect of representing Canada at the ISDE

Kirsten Armleder
April 22, 2013

Powersports parenting
Gear & Tech

Powersports parenting

ATVing, snowmobiling and dirt biking are healthy, outdoor activities for the family

Trish Drinkle
April 22, 2013

Early season indicators
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Early season indicators

The 2013 motocross race season is off to a great start

Jim Muir
April 22, 2013

Sebastian Vettel visits new Formula One GP venue in Russia
News & Events

Sebastian Vettel visits new Formula One GP venue in Russia

German Formula One driver and triple World Champion Sebastian Vettel became the first driver to test out the new Sochi Olympic Park Circuit in Sochi, Krasnodar, Krai, Russia, on April 22, 2013.

Kirsten Armleder
April 23, 2013

PowerMadd SG1 soft handguard
Gear & Tech

PowerMadd SG1 soft handguard

According to PowerMadd, the SG1 offers significantly more coverage than traditional plastic handguards and it can be installed and removed quickly and easily.

Kirsten Armleder
April 23, 2013

Moose Utility Division Chainsaw Carrier for ATVs
Gear & Tech

Moose Utility Division Chainsaw Carrier for ATVs

With its unique multi-angle mounting system, the Chainsaw Carrier can be mounted anywhere on the back rack of an ATV. It requires very little rack space and leaves enough space on the rack for other gear. The carrier…

Kirsten Armleder
April 23, 2013