The dew was still glistening on the grass blades one day last spring, and that meant only one thing – it was flippin’ early. Way too early for any human to be awake, and the bloodshot eyes and weary heads were evidence of that. But we were vertical, conscious and making some final checks before hitting the road for a two-hour drive to our ATV riding destination.
After slugging 24 ounces of Mountain Dew and downing some sugar-infested donuts, the caffeine and glucose-induced alertness finally kicked in as we headed north to the St. Croix State Forest near the Minnesota and Wisconsin border.
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We first heard of Brushy Mountain Motorsports Park one cold winter in Roseau, Minn. One of the Polaris test engineers got all wide-eyed and excited as he was telling us about this riding park in North Carolina he had visited the previous fall. He kept telling stories of one-way trails, hillclimbs, jumps, mud, hardpack, loose rock, beautiful vistas. He went on and on about the park.
The Chance Arrives
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Got a need for a specialized ATV or UTV? Arctic Cat is trying to fill it with its dynamic 2009 model lineup that was unveiled at its hometown 2009 dealer meeting in Thief River Falls, Minn., in early June.
The company has several new models featuring more power, and some featuring less power.
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There is no mistaking that tires are incredibly important for rider safety and vehicle performance. Not only should the tires be in good condition, but they should be rated for the riding conditions in which they will be operated. This article discusses a few of those conditions to consider when choosing your ATV tires.
When to Replace Tires
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When considering the purchase of ATV accessories it is important to consider the categories of essential gear, including riding, safety, navigation, and survival gear. This article discusses the categories of essential ATV accessories, and why they are vital to riders. Whether a rider is going on a short or long excursion they should have these essentials as part of their regular gear.
Riding Gear
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