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HD Ranger motorcycle sunglasses by Wiley X
Gear & Tech

HD Ranger motorcycle sunglasses by Wiley X

The HD Rangers also provide 100 per cent UVA and UVB protection, and they come RX-ready for those who need to wear prescription lenses. They are designed to meet the U.S. standard rating for occupational and educational…

Kirsten Armleder
October 29, 2014

2015 Can-Am Spyder F3
Gear & Tech

2015 Can-Am Spyder F3

At the heart and soul of the Spyder F3 is the Rotax 1330 ACE engine, which is underlined by a deeper and more throaty exhaust sound. The new Spyder F3 also features Can-Am’s exclusive UFit system that allows riders to…

Kirsten Armleder
October 29, 2014

2015 Sea-Doo Spark personal watercraft
Gear & Tech

2015 Sea-Doo Spark personal watercraft

First and foremost is the 2015 Sea-Doo Spark. It’s back, and we’re not in the least bit surprised. The Spark, which was introduced last year, represents BRP’s new approach to the watercraft industry. Instead of pouring…

Kirsten Armleder
October 30, 2014

We have a winner for October
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

We have a winner for October

RidersWest congratulates Doug Dillon for winning the October Hotshot photo contest

Kirsten Armleder
November 4, 2014

Win the Ultimate Garage Package from Polaris
News & Events

Win the Ultimate Garage Package from Polaris

Enter for your chance to win your very own ULTIMATE GARAGE!

Kyle Born
November 12, 2014

What you need to know about forums
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

What you need to know about forums

Internet forums are created to allow like-minded individuals to interact

Trish Drinkle
November 13, 2014

Polaris acquires Pro Armor
News & Events

Polaris acquires Pro Armor

Pro Armor is a leading aftermarket brand for performance side-by-side and ATV accessories.

Kyle Born
November 18, 2014

CGRT welcomes Trystan and Wyatt Hart
News & Events

CGRT welcomes Trystan and Wyatt Hart

Wyatt (L) and Trystan Hart from Invermere, B.C., are the Corner Grass Racing Team's newest members. — photo courtesy CGRT

Kyle Born
November 18, 2014

ATV misadventure—Part 1
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

ATV misadventure—Part 1

How a casual weekend quad ride turned into a survival-rescue mission

Doug Dillon
November 18, 2014

2015 Argo 8x8 Frontier EFI
Gear & Tech

2015 Argo 8x8 Frontier EFI

Designed for recreationists, the 8x8 Frontier EFI features a 747-cc four-stroke Kohler Command Pro engine that pumps out a claimed 23 horsepower. Thanks to the new electronic fuel injection, the 8x8 Frontier is easier…

Kirsten Armleder
November 19, 2014

BC launches registration for off-road vehicles
News & Events

BC launches registration for off-road vehicles

To provide plenty of notice and allow for a smooth transition, the new registration system is currently voluntary for operation on Crown land, but will become mandatory on June 1, 2015. The combined cost of the number plate and registration fee is $48.

Kyle Born
November 21, 2014

ISDE 2014 race recap for Ryan Linderman
News & Events

ISDE 2014 race recap for Ryan Linderman

Ryan Linderman (R) competes on the same team as veteran offroad racer Shane Cuthbertson, who is also pictured here. — Tracey Linderman photo

Kyle Born
November 24, 2014

Action Motorcycles signs Kitt Stringer for Action Ride Ambassador Program
News & Events

Action Motorcycles signs Kitt Stringer for Action Ride Ambassador Program

Pictured here is Kitt Stringer (L) and Kerry Wilk, president of Action Motorcycles. — photo courtesy Kitt Stringer

Kyle Born
November 24, 2014

Pope Benedict XVI Harley-Davidson to be sole for charity at Bonhams Paris sale
News & Events

Pope Benedict XVI Harley-Davidson to be sole for charity at Bonhams Paris sale

A Harley-Davidson motorcycle is to be sold for charity at Bonhams 5 February Paris Sale.

Kyle Born
November 27, 2014

ATVing in the Peace Country
Alberta
Destinations & Trips

ATVing in the Peace Country

Explore for days in this beautiful region

Chelsey Hennig
November 27, 2014

2014 ATV Riders Choice Awards
News & Events

2014 ATV Riders Choice Awards

We asked, you answered, and here are the results of our 2014 ATV Rider’s Choice Awards. The survey, which was located in our Spring 2014 issue as well as online, asked a variety of questions, from the best riding locales to your favourite new and innovative product. Congratulations to the award winners. We hope the results will help you discover new places to ride this summer, as well as ideas on where to stay and eat. And then maybe you can pass the buck on to other riders by filling out next y

December 1, 2014

ATV misadventure—Part 2
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

ATV misadventure—Part 2

In this installment of Doug Dillon’s ATV misadventure story, he is reunited with his ATV and spends a night in the pouring rain

Doug Dillon
December 1, 2014

Jitsie is official clothing sponsor for Gas Gas Pacific 2015 Pro Trial Team
News & Events

Jitsie is official clothing sponsor for Gas Gas Pacific 2015 Pro Trial Team

Jitsie offers apparel and parts for moto and bike trials.

Kyle Born
December 8, 2014

Introducing the Gas Gas Pacific 2015 Pro Trial Team
News & Events

Introducing the Gas Gas Pacific 2015 Pro Trial Team

The Gas Gas Pacific 2015 Pro Trial Team is Canada's first-ever Pro Trial Team. — photo courtesy GasGasCanada.com

Kyle Born
December 8, 2014

Project LiveWire™, the first electric Harley-Davidson® motorcycle comes to the 2015 PSS shows
News & Events

Project LiveWire™, the first electric Harley-Davidson® motorcycle comes to the 2015 PSS shows

The first Harley-Davidson® electric motorcycle. — Photo courtesy photos.newswire.ca/

Kyle Born
December 11, 2014

BRP sees lower oil prices helping drive future growth
News & Events

BRP sees lower oil prices helping drive future growth

BRP expects lower oil prices to create extra demand for snowmobiles, ATVs and personal watercraft. — Photo courtesy BRP and Jetset magazine

Kyle Born
December 16, 2014

ATV misadventure—Part 3
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

ATV misadventure—Part 3

Doug Dillon is found by Search and Rescue, but now he must explain the situation to his family

Doug Dillon
January 1, 2015

World demand for motorcycles to grow 6% annually through 2018
News & Events

World demand for motorcycles to grow 6% annually through 2018

Four major trends will drive motorcycle growth through 2018.

Kyle Born
January 7, 2015

New ATV club formed in Terrace, B.C.
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

New ATV club formed in Terrace, B.C.

The Terrace ATV & SxS Society is off to a running start

Kirsten Armleder
January 19, 2015