Monthly Archives: December 2008

UTV (side x side’s)

     Hello and welcome to our UTV page. The world of UTV's is a fairly new one compared to other off highway vehicles (OHV's) but it's also a very adverse world. From racing to hard working there is a UTV out there to suit  everyone's wants and needs. Yes, some parts may be hard to find just be patient as there are many companies out there working very hard to overcome this problem.

     Please feel free to share your comments, questions, and photos with us.

Atvs/Quads

Off Highway Vehicle Supplies

Welcome to our ATV page, where you can find supplies and information for your ATV experience. We appreciate your visit, and hope you find what you are looking for.  How come every time we turn around more and more of our riding areas are being closed or threatened?  Well, the answer is easy, how many times have you seen someone else riding foolishly off the trail or leaving trash behind? There are a few laws concerning these problems, please check with local agencies to find out what they are.

     Several years ago offroad truck and jeep enthusiasts came real close to loosing their offroading pastime, as are ATV enthusiasts. People were littering, riding off the trails, making huge ruts where they didn't belong creating a mess for EVERYONE to see and deal with. Soon a few responsible off road individuals realized this and started the "Tread Lightly" campaign.  They came up with a few guidelines of responsibility and trail etiquette to be used while riding and guess what, it worked. Now, with the advent and popularity of ATV's, everybody is facing the same problem once again. COME ON PEOPLE!  Lets stop and think about this, if it worked before then we can make it work again, especially with more of us riding.

     Responsibility, it has worked in the past, works in the present, and will work in the future. We are not the only people outdoors, there are hikers and hunters, bird watchers and bicyclists, horseback riders and daydreamers, lets share it with all of them.

  • Travel only on trails.
  • Respect animals, plants, and people.
  • Every time you go outdoors, think safety, bring a friend and be prepared. 
  • Always leave the outdoors better than the way you found it. 
  • Discover how fun the outdoors can be when you tread lightly.

Please, lets turn the destruction around.  Report illegal riding practices and vandalism to the proper authorities and clean up your favorite riding areas. One more thing, safety, yes it takes some of the fun out of it but it sure beats laying in a hospital bed, just ask the pro's. Take plenty of fluids with you when you go, donʼt forget the water. Don't go alone, tell people where you are going and when you plan to be back. Although you may enjoy them don't ride under the influence of drugs and/ or alcohol. Never ride double unless your ATV is properly equipped to do so. Know your vehicle and your abilities; donʼt go beyond their limits. Keep your vehicle properly maintained and carry tools (I hate to be broke down). Supervise riders younger than 16, be responsible for your children's safety. Take an approved OHV safety and mechanical class. Have fun and see you out there!

 

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