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Top 5 things to see and do in British Columbia
British Columbia
Destinations & Trips

Top 5 things to see and do in British Columbia

Ideas for motorcycling, ATVing, dirt biking and boating in B.C. this summer

Kirsten Armleder
March 25, 2015

Pelican ProGear 80QT Elite Cooler
Gear & Tech

Pelican ProGear 80QT Elite Cooler

Pelican’s first cooler with wheels, the 80QT Elite Cooler offers mobility and durability. It has eight-inch heavy-duty wheels with an extended pull handle and it comes with some neat adventure-friendly features as…

Kirsten Armleder
April 1, 2015

Five things for motorheads to see and do in Alberta
Alberta
Destinations & Trips

Five things for motorheads to see and do in Alberta

Gas up your motorcycle, load up the quad and rouse the boat from its winter slumber because there is plenty to do in Alberta

Kirsten Armleder
April 1, 2015

Michael Jonikas, Polaris Industries Inc. VP, Snowmobiles and Slingshot, retiring
News & Events

Michael Jonikas, Polaris Industries Inc. VP, Snowmobiles and Slingshot, retiring

Michael (Mike) Jonikas, Vice President of Snowmobiles and Slingshot, departing after 15 years of distinguished service.

Kyle Born
April 2, 2015

Polaris leadership moves following Mike Jonikas retirement
News & Events

Polaris leadership moves following Mike Jonikas retirement

Chris Wolf, currently General Manager, Snowmobiles, will be promoted to Vice President of Snowmobiles. — Photo courtesy Polaris Industries Inc.

Kyle Born
April 6, 2015

What to see and do in Saskatchewan this summer
Saskatchewan
Destinations & Trips

What to see and do in Saskatchewan this summer

Start planning your summer vacation with our list of the top five motorsports-related things to do in Saskatchewan

Kirsten Armleder
April 8, 2015

AMSOIL expands product line with premium synthetic lubricants for ATV/UTV applications
News & Events

AMSOIL expands product line with premium synthetic lubricants for ATV/UTV applications

AMSOIL has launched four new synthetic lubricants for ATV/UTV applications.

Kyle Born
April 8, 2015

Can-Am Demo Tour across North America
News & Events

Can-Am Demo Tour across North America

Curious about the Can-Am Spyder? Have you ever wanted to try one out for yourself? Well, here’s your chance. BRP is offering free demo rides across North America from now through August.

Kirsten Armleder
April 13, 2015

Top 5 motorsports events to see and do in Manitoba
Manitoba
Destinations & Trips

Top 5 motorsports events to see and do in Manitoba

Looking for something fun to do this summer? Check out these ideas

Kirsten Armleder
April 14, 2015

The 2015 motocross season kicks off
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

The 2015 motocross season kicks off

And Jim Muir is back in action, covering the scene on British Columbia’s Vancouver Island

Kyle Born
April 14, 2015

International Female Ride Day Founder joins India for ninth edition
News & Events

International Female Ride Day Founder joins India for ninth edition

Founder Vicki Gray will journey to India for the ninth edition of International Female Ride Day©

Kyle Born
April 14, 2015

UTV safety courses teach valuable skills
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

UTV safety courses teach valuable skills

UTV safety courses, like those taught at Jadlands ATV, are important for novice to expert riders.

Karen Kornelsen
April 15, 2015

Harley-Davidson brings flat-track racing to X Games
News & Events

Harley-Davidson brings flat-track racing to X Games

The 2015 Summer X Games in Austin, Texas, will feature a new event, Harley-Davidson Flat-Track Racing.

Kirsten Armleder
April 15, 2015

FIM Enduro World Championship only three days away
News & Events

FIM Enduro World Championship only three days away

The best enduro racers on the planet have only three days left to prepare for the start of the 2015 MAXXIS FIM Enduro World Championships. Round 1 of this seven-round series takes place on April 18 and 19 in the city of…

Kirsten Armleder
April 15, 2015

Arctic Cat hires chief marketing officer and other key personnel
News & Events

Arctic Cat hires chief marketing officer and other key personnel

(Left-Right) Greg Williamson joins Arctic Cat as its first-ever chief marketing officer, Brit Reich joins as vice president of North America sales and Mike Webster has been promoted to director of North America sales.

Kyle Born
April 20, 2015

Erik Buell Racing is no more
News & Events

Erik Buell Racing is no more

The *Milwaukee Journal Sentinel* shocked the motorcycle industry last week when it reported that iconic American sport bike manufacturer Erik Buell Racing ceased operations, putting 126 employees out of work.

Kirsten Armleder
April 22, 2015

Polaris’s acquisition of Timbersled good for both
News & Events

Polaris’s acquisition of Timbersled good for both

Love ’em or hate ’em, snow bikes are here to stay. And Polaris is making darn sure of that.

Kirsten Armleder
April 27, 2015

Pitster Pro RZR Middle Seat
Gear & Tech

Pitster Pro RZR Middle Seat

Available from ATV Tire Rack (a Canadian-based company) is the Pitster Pro RZR Middle Seat. Designed for the little guys, this seat simply bolts in with no drilling or cutting required, and it comes with a four-point…

Kirsten Armleder
April 29, 2015

Classic bike show gets a new lease on life
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Classic bike show gets a new lease on life

The Classic & Vintage Swap Meet and Show ’N Shine found a new home for 2015 in Surrey, B.C.

Trevor Marc Hughes
April 29, 2015

Quadding in quiet
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Quadding in quiet

For Gordon Dash Jr., ATVing is a solo affair that he enjoys in the absence of sound

Kirsten Armleder
May 5, 2015

iM3410 Pelican Storm Case
Gear & Tech

iM3410 Pelican Storm Case

Designed by Pelican Products, a company based in Torrance, California, the case features a high-performance polymer shell and integrated stainless steel padlock protectors. It also comes with press-and-pull type latches…

Kirsten Armleder
May 5, 2015

New Tracker Packer for SPOT Gen3 from Giant Loop
Gear & Tech

New Tracker Packer for SPOT Gen3 from Giant Loop

According to SPOT LLC, the SPOT Gen3 works best when it is facing upwards toward the sky. Keeping it in this position can be a challenge, however, with the flimsy strap and carabiner that is provided. In some…

Kirsten Armleder
May 6, 2015

EZ Series track conversion kits from Mattracks
Gear & Tech

EZ Series track conversion kits from Mattracks

Released in October 2013, the EZ Series track conversion kits are designed for ATVs, UTVs and vehicles weighing up to 5,500 pounds (2,495 kilograms). They feature a unique shape that allows for greater contact on the…

Kirsten Armleder
May 6, 2015

AMSOIL releases Synthetic Metric Motorcycle Oil
News & Events

AMSOIL releases Synthetic Metric Motorcycle Oil

AMSOIL 10W-30 and 10W-40 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil receive upgraded packaging and new name.

Kyle Born
May 6, 2015