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Tyler Medaglia delivers an unforgettable performance for Canadian fans
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Tyler Medaglia delivers an unforgettable performance for Canadian fans

Hometown hero Tyler Medaglia claims third overall at Round 7 of Rockstar Energy Drink MX Nationals

Kyle Born
July 25, 2016

The KTM Thor Racing Team continues to impress at Round 6 of CMRC pro nationals
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The KTM Thor Racing Team continues to impress at Round 6 of CMRC pro nationals

Kaven Benoit gets his first ever MX1 podium and Cole Thompson extends his points advantage in the MX2 championship

Kyle Born
July 25, 2016

4 out of 4 for the KTM Thor Racing Team
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4 out of 4 for the KTM Thor Racing Team

The KTM Thor Racing Team acclimated quickly to Pleasant Valley Raceway and left Nova Scotia with four more victories

Kyle Born
July 25, 2016

Motorsports sales were down last season: Here are the numbers and 8 things you can do about it!
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Motorsports sales were down last season: Here are the numbers and 8 things you can do about it!

In a sluggish economy, smart marketing and promotion becomes crucial to make sales.

Kyle Born
July 26, 2016

Yamaha Canada appoints new Marketing Coordinator
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Yamaha Canada appoints new Marketing Coordinator

Joel Basaraba previously worked as a Marketing Events Coordinator with the company.

Kyle Born
July 28, 2016

Giant Loop’s Zigzag Handlebar Bag for dual-sport, adventure and dirt bike riders
Gear & Tech

Giant Loop’s Zigzag Handlebar Bag for dual-sport, adventure and dirt bike riders

Giant Loop knows how much dual sport and dirt bike riders hate bulky storage bags. That’s why this company that’s done off-road motorcycle storage options right since 2008 designed the Zigzag Handlebar Bag.

Kirsten Armleder
August 1, 2016

Tyler Medaglia takes 5th overall at Round 8 of the Rockstar Energy Drink MX Nationals
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Tyler Medaglia takes 5th overall at Round 8 of the Rockstar Energy Drink MX Nationals

Tyler Medaglia is honoured with the Brian House Memorial Award for second year in a row at Riverglade MX Park

Kyle Born
August 2, 2016

The KTM Thor Racing Team goes 1-2 in MX1
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The KTM Thor Racing Team goes 1-2 in MX1

Davi Millsaps experienced another perfect race day and Kaven Benoit made himself the top Canadian in the series

Kyle Born
August 2, 2016

Can-Am releases Maverick X3 teaser
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Can-Am releases Maverick X3 teaser

BRP's Can-Am ATV division has released an official teaser trailer for the new Maverick X3.

Kyle Born
August 5, 2016

America’s Car Museum Announces Top Bikes from 2016 Vintage Motorcycle Festival
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America’s Car Museum Announces Top Bikes from 2016 Vintage Motorcycle Festival

The Vintage Motorcycle Festival attracted hundreds of motorcycles and scooters built before 1991 to take part in its competition

Kyle Born
August 8, 2016

Tyler Medaglia takes sixth overall after overcoming a harrowing crash on the last lap
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Tyler Medaglia takes sixth overall after overcoming a harrowing crash on the last lap

Parts Canada Husqvarna rider Tyler Medaglia inspires with his “never give up” attitude at Round 9 of the Canadian MX Nationals

Kyle Born
August 9, 2016

Cole Thompson wins the MX2 Championship
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Cole Thompson wins the MX2 Championship

Round 9 of the 2016 Rockstar Energy Drink MX Nationals on August 7 sees Cole Thompson clinch the MX2 Canadian title

Kyle Born
August 9, 2016

Moose Racing M1 Motocross Pant and Jersey
Gear & Tech

Moose Racing M1 Motocross Pant and Jersey

The M1 Pant and Jersey combo is designed for motocross racers who want style, performance and affordability. Key features of Moose Racing’s mid-level racewear collection include:

Kirsten Armleder
August 10, 2016

AMSOIL launches new deluxe grease gun kit
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AMSOIL launches new deluxe grease gun kit

The new AMSOIL Deluxe Grease Gun Kit comes complete with everything needed for smooth, mess-free application.

Kyle Born
August 11, 2016

Davi Millsaps wins the first ever MX1 title for KTM Canada
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Davi Millsaps wins the first ever MX1 title for KTM Canada

The KTM Thor-sponsored racer from California wraps up his 2016 CMRC pro national motocross season in first place

Kyle Born
August 15, 2016

Alpinestars Racer Supermatic Jersey and Pant
Gear & Tech

Alpinestars Racer Supermatic Jersey and Pant

Tested by five-time Dakar Rally champion Marc Coma, the Racer Supermatic Jersey and Pant combo from Alpinestars is designed for off-road riding. Which means, whether it’s motocross, single-track or enduro, this gear is…

Kirsten Armleder
August 15, 2016

The Canadian Rockstar Energy Drink MX Nationals end on a high note for Tyler Medaglia
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The Canadian Rockstar Energy Drink MX Nationals end on a high note for Tyler Medaglia

Parts Canada Husqvarna rider Tyler Medaglia takes the holeshot in Moto 1 and finishes second overall at Round 10

Kyle Born
August 16, 2016

BRP appoints Mediacom North American new media agency of record
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BRP appoints Mediacom North American new media agency of record

MediaCom will manage the BRP account from its Quebec office.

Kyle Born
August 18, 2016

BRP sets the standard in performance side-by-side vehicles with new flagship Can-Am Maverick X3
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BRP sets the standard in performance side-by-side vehicles with new flagship Can-Am Maverick X3

The vehicle is engineered to reshape the market with a blend of a defiant design, precision handling and exceptional performance

Kyle Born
August 23, 2016

BRP renews Can-Am NASCAR sponsorship
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BRP renews Can-Am NASCAR sponsorship

The agreement provides BRP’s Can-Am brand with the opportunity to sponsor 36 races, 13 as primary sponsor.

Kyle Born
August 24, 2016

BRP pushes the limits once again with three major innovations for 2017
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BRP pushes the limits once again with three major innovations for 2017

For extreme powersports enthusiasts, the new 2017 BRP line-up should prove popular.

Kyle Born
August 25, 2016

Where has ATV wildman Christian Gagnon gone?
British Columbia
Riders & Racing

Where has ATV wildman Christian Gagnon gone?

These days, you'll find the second person ever to successfully backflip a four-wheeler shredding dirt around Whistler, B.C.

Matthew Mallory
August 30, 2016

BRP unveils 2017 Can-Am Spyder F3 Limited, the ultimate 2-up cruiser touring vehicle
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BRP unveils 2017 Can-Am Spyder F3 Limited, the ultimate 2-up cruiser touring vehicle

BRP also announced a lower starting price for the base Spyder F3 for 2017, making it more affordable than ever.

Kyle Born
August 30, 2016

ThermaCell Hand Warmers
Gear & Tech

ThermaCell Hand Warmers

The days have grown shorter and the leaves are starting to change. Fall is on it’s way and you know what that means—cold weather riding. Time to bundle up and look at some ATV, UTV and dirt bike products that are…

Kirsten Armleder
September 1, 2016