December 31, 2015
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Destination Polaris Launches New Season
Destination Polaris is back. Celebrate the New Year by tuning into Destination Polaris on the Fox Sports Networks. A new season kicks off Jan. 3 and continues through September.
December 30, 2015
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Volunteers/Help Needed For Wounded Warriors/Disabled Vets Ride
We got a note the other day from Bert Fox, the organizer of the Wells, NV, UTV Rally, asking if we would help spread the word about a need for volunteers with extra seats in their side-by-sides to transport Wounded Warriors and disabled vets at the 2016 r
December 29, 2015
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Register Now For Wells (NV) UTV Rally
Registration is now open for the second annual UTV Rally in Wells, NV, scheduled for June 9-12, 2016.
December 26, 2015
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Can-Am Joins Performance Icon Ken Block
Valcourt, Québec, Canada - BRP has a new agreement with “Gymkhana” viral video star and racing icon, Ken Block. The agreement between the two high-octane brands will bolster the Can-Am authority in the off-road powersports and performance enthusiast indus
December 24, 2015
New Products
New Speedplow “No Touch” System For ATVs, ROVs From Arctic Cat: Move snow faster, better, easier with SPEEDPlow Integrated System
The new SPEEDPlow System from Arctic Cat turns your machine into a snow-moving powerhouse, with full integration and simplified attachment. A SPEEDPlow mount kit works in conjunction with a push frame to enable easy attachment or removal of the plow in ju
December 23, 2015
Racing
Teryx Girls Ready To Tackle The Ultimate Desert Race In 2016: Sara Price, Erica Sacks take on the 2016 legendary King Of The Hammers
Lake Elsinore, CA – The Teryx Girls had an adventurous 2015 and are ready to make 2016 even more exciting as Sara Price and Erica Sacks are committed to the Ultimate Desert Race, the 2016 King of the Hammers. This all-new challenge will test the girls phy
December 23, 2015
New Products
Winter Accessories For Can-Am Defender
Apache 360 Lt Track System
The Apache 360 LT Track system, which features a specific Defender mounting kit, is the best year-round kit on the market, offering the biggest contact patch, highest ground clearance and lowest steering effort. Easily converts
December 22, 2015
New Products
New Aluminum Bumpers For Arctic Cat Wildcat Models: Bolt-on bumpers for instant style, protection
Bolt on extra style and protection to a Wildcat ROV with a new Aluminum Bumper from Arctic Cat. They’re constructed from tough, rolled and welded aluminum for protection and resistance to corrosion.
December 22, 2015
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Arctic Cat Names Commercial Distribution Finance As Its Exclusive North American Dealer Financer
Chicago - Commercial Distribution Finance (“CDF"), a business of GE Capital, announced today that Arctic Cat, a leading manufacturer of recreational products, has chosen CDF as an exclusive provider for dealer inventory financing across North America. The
December 21, 2015
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Spring 2016 Marshall University OHV Scholarship Applications Due: Applications due Dec. 27; classes begin Jan. 11, 2016
NOHVCC is once again proud to administer a scholarship for a semester of the Marshall University OHV Recreation Management program.
December 21, 2015
Racing
Yamaha Inducts 12 To Its Wall Of Champions
On Thursday, Dec. 17 at its Cypress, CA, office, Yamaha inducted a total of 12 ATV, supercross/motocross and road racing titleholders into the Yamaha Wall of Champions.
December 17, 2015
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Kawasaki Expands Recall Of Teryx, Teryx4 Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due To Injury Hazard
Name of product: Teryx recreational off-highway vehicles
December 14, 2015
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Susie Han Named American Honda ATV/SxS Media Coordinator
Torrance, Calif., – American Honda announced that Susie Han has been promoted to the position of ATV and Side-by-Side Media Coordinator, effective immediately. Han, who previously served as Marketing Coordinator, assumes the role previously held by Jeffre
December 14, 2015
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All-New YXZ1000R Production in Full Swing, Capping Historic Year for Yamaha: Yamaha’s 60th Anniversary sees new model launches across multiple product lines
Kennesaw, Ga. – Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, announced it started production on the Racing Blue/White and Blaze Orange/Black versions of the all-new YXZ1000R this month. The world’s first and only pure sport side-by-side (SxS) vehicle is proudly manufactured
December 11, 2015
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Registration For Rally In The Pines Opens December 12
Registration opens Saturday for America's Great Western ATV/SxS rally, Rally In The Pines. Along with the scenic group rides and the Haunted Ghost Town Night Ride, many new activities have been added for 2016.
December 11, 2015
New Products
Yamaha YXZ Accelerates To Racepace: DragonFire "Flying V" for Yamaha YXZ 1000R
Feeling the need for speed? Pure performance is the name of the game for Yamaha's hot new YXZ 1000R, so DragonFire thought it was time to help accelerate to RacePace. DragonFire has announced the popular "Flying V" bar joins the company’s ever expanding r
December 10, 2015
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U.S. EPA, Customs Joint Operations At California Ports Results In Illegal Vehicles, Engines Seized Or Turned Back At Border
Los Angeles - Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced $94,700 in fines and more than 1,394 items, including engines, scooters and ATVs, that were recently seized, exported out of the country, or des
December 10, 2015
Racing
UTV Inc.’s Johnny Angal Wins Best In The Desert Championship: Cognito’s Justin Lambert takes second
Minneapolis - The Best in the Desert (BITD) Henderson 250 would settle who would win the BITD Pro UTV Class Championship. Polaris factory racers Johnny Angal and Justin Lambert would go into the race with the best shot at the championship and would not di
December 09, 2015
New Products
Total-Vision Dual Camera Mirror: Also features DVR, back-up camera
Capture your off-road adventures in crisp 1080p, then share them with friends or enjoy them instantly with built-in playback. Record your ride with amazingly stable results—even on the most aggressive ride.
December 09, 2015
Racing
Can-Am/S3 Racing Team Wins BITD Henderson 250
Valcourt, Québec - The Can-Am X-Team/S3 Racing team of Dustin Jones and Shane Dowden concluded the 2015 Best In The Desert racing season with a victory at the Henderson 250 in Nevada. Jones and Dowden flipped roles for this round, as Dowden took the wheel
December 09, 2015
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Rally On The Rocks Trails For 2016 Are Posted
The Rally on the Rocks event organizers just announced that the trails for the 2016 event are now posted. Go here to see what those trails are: http://www.rallyontherocks.com/daily-trail-options/
December 08, 2015
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Seen At SEMA – Take Two
A couple of days ago, we shared some of what we thought were the highlights of the recent SEMA show.
December 08, 2015
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Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Awards 2015 Third Quarter GRANTs: Continued effort to promote safe, responsible use and open, sustainable access celebrated at National FFA Convention and Expo
Kennesaw, Ga. – Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, today announced the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) has contributed more than $40,000 in cash to support two projects reflecting the program’s expanded mission to promote safe, responsible use and open, sust
December 08, 2015
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Polaris Industries, Commercial Distribution Finance Renew Inventory Finance Agreement Through 2022
Minneapolis – Polaris Industries Inc. today announced a renewal of its U.S. joint venture with Commercial Distribution Finance (CDF), a business of GE Capital, through 2022. The terms of the extension are consistent with the prior agreement. The joint ve
December 04, 2015
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Klim Announces Expansion, New Facilities In Rigby, ID
Rigby, Idaho - Klim Technical Riding Gear announced the opening of their impressive facilities expansion at their local Rigby, ID, headquarters.
December 03, 2015
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Seen At SEMA
Ah, SEMA, where everything seems bigger than life. The annual SEMA show is but a distant memory but what we saw there is fresh on our mind.
December 03, 2015
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Yamaha’s 2016 Raptor 90 Youth ATV Available For Holidays: Raptor 90 designed for riders 10-years-old and up
Kennesaw, Ga. – Yamaha’s new 2016 Raptor 90 is an exciting youth ATV for riders starting at 10-years-old and is available now for the holiday season. The entry-level Raptor’s styling and sporty ride is reminiscent of the Raptor 700, but at a size and perf
December 02, 2015
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By Karen Umphress
Four-Wheeled Freedom: Riders With Disabilities Use ATVs To Enjoy The Outdoors
One thing that I have discovered is that people who are in wheelchairs or are otherwise disabled want to be “normal,” and in the everyday world they don’t get many opportunities to be that way.
December 01, 2015
Racing
RZRs Sweep The Podium At SCORE Baja 1000: Wayne Matlock, Terry Hui win, Jagged X takes 2015 SCORE Championship
Minneapolis - This year’s SCORE Baja 1000 was a shorter course at more than 800 miles but much more brutal terrain than in years past. Polaris RZR would go into the race, once again, as the defending champion and reign supreme taking the top five spots in
December 01, 2015
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Yamaha Launches “Build Your Own” For All-New Grizzly, Kodiak 700 ATVs: Customers invited to virtually customize with Yamaha Genuine Accessories at www.YamahaOutdoors.com
Kennesaw, GA – Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, announces new Grizzly and Kodiak 700 “Build Your Own” (BYO) pages on its website providing customers the opportunity to easily personalize and customize their Yamaha ATVs online. Current and future Grizzly and Kodia
