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Catching up with Don Eidse, president of the Eastman ATV Association
Manitoba
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Catching up with Don Eidse, president of the Eastman ATV Association

“If you want people to follow, be a clear leader by staying on the planned trail.” — Don Eidse

Kyle Born
May 11, 2023

ATV Triple Crown Race Series 2023 Race Schedule
Alberta
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

ATV Triple Crown Race Series 2023 Race Schedule

This multi-ORV extravaganza unifies Alberta every summer

Kyle Born
May 11, 2023

How to keep safe while riding ATVs on and off the trails
Manitoba
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

How to keep safe while riding ATVs on and off the trails

Practical safety tips every ATVer can use

Kyle Born
June 6, 2023

Top tips to keep your ATV (and you!) out of trouble
Manitoba
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Top tips to keep your ATV (and you!) out of trouble

Keep your powersports machine upright with this invaluable information

Kyle Born
July 10, 2023

Catching up with Gary Hora, President of ATVMB and the Woodridge ATV Sandhogs
Manitoba
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Catching up with Gary Hora, President of ATVMB and the Woodridge ATV Sandhogs

“Funding is an ongoing issue and the cost of trail signage and other materials are constantly going up.” — Gary Hora

Kyle Born
July 11, 2023

Top places to go ATVing in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan
Destinations & Trips

Top places to go ATVing in Saskatchewan

Scout out these 5 locations: Big River, Narrow Hill’s Provincial Park, Prince Albert, Nisbet Provincial Forest and Fairy Glen

Kyle Born
July 24, 2023

The best electric ATVs and motorcycles on the market today
News & Events

The best electric ATVs and motorcycles on the market today

These electric powersports machines are on the cutting edge of rider technology

Kyle Born
August 9, 2023

Pam DeRosa: The mind behind the most evocative bike wrap designs
Kootenay Rockies
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Pam DeRosa: The mind behind the most evocative bike wrap designs

“Nothing is ever bizarre or strange, just fun and unique.” — Pam DeRosa

Kyle Born
August 9, 2023

Alberta’s Kumson kids comprise the world’s first and only electric ATV racing team
Alberta
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Alberta’s Kumson kids comprise the world’s first and only electric ATV racing team

“My dad built cool machines and I like to jump them!” — Theo Kumson

Kyle Born
August 9, 2023

Everything you need to know about Canada’s major 2023 Snowmobile and Powersports Shows
News & Events

Everything you need to know about Canada’s major 2023 Snowmobile and Powersports Shows

Canada’s snowmobile and powersports shows: Where and when?

Kyle Born
August 26, 2023

Catching up with Hartley Pokrant, President and founder of the Belair ATV Club
Manitoba
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Catching up with Hartley Pokrant, President and founder of the Belair ATV Club

“These trails are all interconnected—a legacy of forest harvesting operations over the last 100 years.” — Hartley Pokrant

Kyle Born
August 26, 2023

This custom-built RZR rider races to the top of the podium
Alberta
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

This custom-built RZR rider races to the top of the podium

“The design of the RZR is superior for the kind of racing that we do.” — Richard Bernard

Kyle Born
September 2, 2023

What to do when devastation strikes your club
Kamloops
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

What to do when devastation strikes your club

“Vandalism has been increasing over the years.” — Curtis Riffel

Kyle Born
September 29, 2023

A Canadian living in the land down under encourages everyone to enduro through Australia
British Columbia
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

A Canadian living in the land down under encourages everyone to enduro through Australia

“Light Is Right when it comes to long distance dirt travel.” — Kevin Chow

Kyle Born
October 6, 2023

Cool moms dig into dirt with their kids
British Columbia
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Cool moms dig into dirt with their kids

“When he sees me do something, it gives him the courage to do it too.” — Sammi Lynn Clayton

Kyle Born
October 30, 2023

Right on! Wright Racing’s racers race the right way
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Right on! Wright Racing’s racers race the right way

“The most amazing people and friendships are found in the off-road motorsports world.” — Jim Wright

Kyle Born
November 7, 2023

Take control of your confidence with tips from this goal-conquering Rad Rider
British Columbia
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Take control of your confidence with tips from this goal-conquering Rad Rider

“I put myself in uncomfortable situations to make myself more comfortable.” — Kirsten Patton

Kyle Born
December 7, 2023

Leaving dust in her wake and empowering women to ride
British Columbia
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Leaving dust in her wake and empowering women to ride

Dirt Angelz co-founder Haley Boulanger shares tips for aspiring riders, and celebrates the thrill of dirt biking

Danielle Brost
March 4, 2024

Shredding stereotypes: How one woman defies expectations in motorsports
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Shredding stereotypes: How one woman defies expectations in motorsports

Katie Wiebe navigates the world of dirt biking with grit and grace

Danielle Brost
April 16, 2024

From rookie to pro: A lifelong passion leads to competitive success
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

From rookie to pro: A lifelong passion leads to competitive success

Despite being a young rider, Noah English is rocking the ATV racing scene

Danielle Brost
April 16, 2024

PGATV Club celebrates women who love to ride
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

PGATV Club celebrates women who love to ride

The club's first International Female Ride Day celebration was a huge success

Danielle Brost
May 14, 2024

Have you heard of BidMoto?
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Have you heard of BidMoto?

Canada’s first online motorcycle auction platform is a must-see

Submitted
March 6, 2025

Can-Am revives its two-wheel legacy with the first electric motorcycle off the line
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Can-Am revives its two-wheel legacy with the first electric motorcycle off the line

The 2025 Can-Am Origin #0001 marks a new era in powersports innovation

Submitted
March 6, 2025

Fast, fearless, and dedicated to motorsports
British Columbia
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Fast, fearless, and dedicated to motorsports

Motocross and snowbike enthusiast Lucia Pastorekova has no off season

Danielle Brost
March 10, 2025