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ATV group encouraging riders to make Sandilands Provincial Forest their next stop for a perfect week
Manitoba
Destinations & Trips

ATV group encouraging riders to make Sandilands Provincial Forest their next stop for a perfect week

The Eastman ATV Association maintains 180 kilometres of designated trails in the Sandilands Provincial Forest.

Jeff Johnson
April 23, 2018

Get outside in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan
Destinations & Trips

Get outside in Saskatchewan

Enjoy the Waskesiu Wilderness Region, including Prince Albert National Park and the town of Big River

Jillian Clark
April 24, 2018

System 3 Off-Road UTV tires and wheels by DragonFire
Gear & Tech

System 3 Off-Road UTV tires and wheels by DragonFire

If you are looking for new tires or wheels for your side-by-side, you might want to check out DragonFire Racing. This company, which is based in Chandler, Arizona, just added the System 3 Off-Road tire and wheel brand…

Kirsten Armleder
April 25, 2018

Red Bull KTM goes racing with American Flat Track Championship in 2019
News & Events

Red Bull KTM goes racing with American Flat Track Championship in 2019

American Flat Track is America’s original extreme sport - at its core, it’s a highly competitive, adrenaline-fueled motorsport.

Kyle Born
April 25, 2018

Polaris names Craig Scanlon as new Transamerican Auto Parts President
News & Events

Polaris names Craig Scanlon as new Transamerican Auto Parts President

Scanlon will succeed Greg Adler, who is assuming a new role as executive vice chairman for TAP.

Kyle Born
April 26, 2018

Julie Gilbert to join Polaris as Chief Customer Engagement and Growth Officer
News & Events

Julie Gilbert to join Polaris as Chief Customer Engagement and Growth Officer

Gilbert will be responsible for developing and implementing marketing solutions and growth strategies.

Kyle Born
April 27, 2018

Fast, friendly, freedom on water
British Columbia
Water Sports

Fast, friendly, freedom on water

River jet boating is an exhilarating way to spend quality time with family and friends

Sharlyn Carter
May 2, 2018

Polaris Ranger Celebrates Two Decades Of Innovation And Leadership
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Polaris Ranger Celebrates Two Decades Of Innovation And Leadership

Polaris is calling upon owners to submit stories about their hardworking RANGER for a chance to win one of three ultimate RANGER

Danielle Brost
May 8, 2018

Polaris Introduces Completely Reinvented 2019 RANGER CREW XP 1000
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Polaris Introduces Completely Reinvented 2019 RANGER CREW XP 1000

More Rugged. More Refined. More RANGER.

May 8, 2018

From Ski-Doo’s to Corporate Jets: Laurent Beaudoin retires after 55 years at Bombardier
News & Events

From Ski-Doo’s to Corporate Jets: Laurent Beaudoin retires after 55 years at Bombardier

Mr. Beaudoin joined the Company in 1963, when Bombardier was a snowmobile manufacturer based in Valcourt, Québec.

Kyle Born
May 8, 2018

2018 Canadian Kawasaki Motors Racing Contingency Program: Road Racing
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

2018 Canadian Kawasaki Motors Racing Contingency Program: Road Racing

Canadian Kawasaki Motors is thrilled to be supporting Canadian road racers for the 2018 season

Danielle Brost
May 8, 2018

2018 Canadian Kawasaki Motors Racing Contingency Program: Off-road Racing
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

2018 Canadian Kawasaki Motors Racing Contingency Program: Off-road Racing

The Team Green grand prize winner will be awarded a 2019 KX or KLX of their choice

May 8, 2018

New Can-Am Maverick Sport side-by-side vehicles bring thrilling performance to 60-inch trail class
News & Events

New Can-Am Maverick Sport side-by-side vehicles bring thrilling performance to 60-inch trail class

The Can-Am Maverick Sport will arrive at dealerships in June.

Kyle Born
May 11, 2018

Tougher off-road vehicle rules and new fines to reduce wildfire risks
News & Events

Tougher off-road vehicle rules and new fines to reduce wildfire risks

The BC government is taking a tougher stance in regards to off-road vehicle usage and the prevention of wildfires.

Kyle Born
May 14, 2018

South racing Can-Am Maverick X3 team wins Afriquia Merzouga Rally
News & Events

South racing Can-Am Maverick X3 team wins Afriquia Merzouga Rally

The ninth Afriquia Merzouga Rally, a Dakar series event, featured 32 side-by-side competitors.

Kyle Born
May 16, 2018

RidersWest Welcomes CFMOTO
News & Events

RidersWest Welcomes CFMOTO

CFMOTO is a world leader in liquid cooled engine production for quads and motorcycles.

Kyle Born
May 25, 2018

Polaris Named to Fortune 500 List
News & Events

Polaris Named to Fortune 500 List

In its 64th year, the Fortune 500 ranks U.S. companies by total revenues for their respective fiscal years.

Kyle Born
May 25, 2018

Polaris buys Boat Holdings, LLC, in $805 Million cash deal
News & Events

Polaris buys Boat Holdings, LLC, in $805 Million cash deal

Following the closing of the transaction, Boat Holdings will operate as a distinct business unit.

Kyle Born
May 30, 2018

Get off your tail and head to this raceway
Southern Alberta
Destinations & Trips

Get off your tail and head to this raceway

Chase your tail for hours at Tail Creek Raceway’s various race courses

Kyle Born
May 30, 2018

Alberta Off-Highway Vehicle Association concerned with potential backcountry closures/restrictions
News & Events

Alberta Off-Highway Vehicle Association concerned with potential backcountry closures/restrictions

Brent Hodgson is President of the Alberta Off-Highway Vehicle Association (AOHVA)

Kyle Born
May 30, 2018

BRP Revenue jumps 16.4% in first Quarter – lead by 32.9% increase in revenue in year-round products
News & Events

BRP Revenue jumps 16.4% in first Quarter – lead by 32.9% increase in revenue in year-round products

José Boisjoli, President and CEO of BRP Inc., reports on Q1 revenues.

Kyle Born
May 31, 2018

Yamaha drops teaser video for new ATV
News & Events

Yamaha drops teaser video for new ATV

Anticipation is mounting with the recent release of Yamaha's teaser video on social media.

Kyle Born
June 1, 2018

Textron Off Road releases 2019 Prowler Pro and Prowler Pro XT
News & Events

Textron Off Road releases 2019 Prowler Pro and Prowler Pro XT

Reliability and serviceability are essential in the field, and Prowler Pro was developed to be durable and easy-to-maintain.

Kyle Born
June 4, 2018

The largest recreation site in B.C. is “BIG”
Thompson Okanagan
Destinations & Trips

The largest recreation site in B.C. is “BIG”

85,000 acres of land, 330 kilometres of trails and a whole lotta fun

Kyle Born
June 5, 2018