July 30, 2014
Racing
Can-Am Pro Joel Hetrick Earns MX Podium At Red Bud: DS 450 ATV racers notch podiums in Michigan, Massachusetts
Valcourt, Quebec – Can-Am DS 450 racers recorded numerous podiums competing in both the AMA-sanctioned Mtn. Dew ATV Motocross National Championship series in Michigan and round six of the New England ATV Motocross series in Massachusetts. Joel Hetrick ear
July 29, 2014
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Kawasaki Media Relations Sees Staffing Changes
Effective immediately, the public relations team at Kawasaki Motors Corporation led by Kevin Allen, Manager, PR + Brand Experience, has a new structure. Brad Puetz has been promoted to the position of Media Relations Supervisor and will be responsible for
July 28, 2014
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Polaris Rings In 60th Anniversary With Massive 2015 Off-Road Line-Up
Polaris has become the leader in the off-road industry by continually improving its off-road product offering and Model Year 2015 is another big year of new products and further refinement of the current product lines. RZR launches its biggest line-up eve
July 26, 2014|
Published in the July 2014 issue
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Lighting Primer For Off-Roaders
Over the years the off-road lighting industry has evolved.
July 25, 2014
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Arctic Cat Reports Record Sales
Thief River Falls, MN - Thief River Falls-based Arctic Cat reports record sales for its fiscal first quarter with snowmobiles leading the way.
July 25, 2014
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By David M. Zimmer, Staff Writer, NorthJersey.com
West Milford OKs RFP For ATV Park
The township is vetting the potential of opening an off-road park on public property to provide locals with a legal place to ride all-terrain vehicles. For now, places like Random Woods off Ridge Road provide the features riders are looking for, much to t
July 24, 2014|
Published in the July 2014 issue
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Spare Parts
July 24, 2014
New Products
509 releases Sinister MX-5 dirt goggle
Spokane WA - 08/21/14 - 509 a leading snowmobile brand that markets helmets, goggles and other rider accessories is excited to increase their dirt product line with the launch of the new Sinister MX-5. The Sinister goggle has proven itself with several se
July 24, 2014
Racing
Rahders Wins Lucas Oil Regional Series’ Round 5 Stock XP, Production 1000 Classes
Minneapolis - At Round 5 of the Lucas Oil Regional Off Road Series, Cody Rahders took his fifth win in a row in the Stock XP class with his Polaris/Cognito Motorsports RZR 900 and finished the day with a win in the Production 1000 class in his Cognito Mot
July 22, 2014|
Published in the July 2014 issue
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Product Review: Optima Digital 400
Battery chargers are usually pretty straightforward. Easy to use. Not complicated. Hook it up and charge.
July 22, 2014
Powersport News, Travel
Gus Thomson, Auburn (Calif.) Journal Staff Writer
New All-Terrain Vehicles Aid Placer County Sheriff, Trail Preservation
Off-highway motor vehicle trails at the Auburn State Recreation Area’s Mammoth Bar park near Auburn have a new Placer County law-enforcement presence in the form of a newly acquired, state-funded Kawasaki Teryx all-terrain vehicle.
July 20, 2014|
Published in the July 2014 issue
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Product Review: Moose Sahara Jersey/Pant/Gloves
We have long appreciated riding gear that does the job you expect it to even though you might not even notice the gear doing its job.
July 18, 2014|
Published in the July 2014 issue
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Industry Dirt
July 18, 2014
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KYMCO Adds New Mid-Size 450cc UXV SxS, UXV 500i G With Generator To 2015 Line
Spartanburg, SC - KYMCO USA is rolling into 2015 with 32 models of off-road vehicles, including four versions of the all-new mid-sized UXV 450i side-by-side vehicle and a UXV 500i outfitted with a 5kW generator sure to help operators with a variety of uti
July 18, 2014
Racing
ITP Racers Win Six Classes At Unadilla ATV MX National: Jeffrey Rastrelli earns Pro class podium, Pro-Am class victory
Ontario, Calif. - ITP-backed ATV motocross racers won six classes and had nearly 20 podium finishes at round seven of the 2014 Mtn. Dew ATV Motocross National Championship series held in New Berlin, NY. ITP-supported Pro Jeffrey Rastrelli earned his first
July 17, 2014
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Join Dirt Toys Magazine For Fun Run This Weekend In Mackay
The Lost River Rally in the Pines is getting ready to kick off this weekend in Mackay, ID, and Dirt Toys Magazine will be there hosting the Fun Run on Saturday.
July 17, 2014
Racing
Can-Am Pro Jeffrey Rastrelli Earns Unadilla Podium: DS 450 racers earn four of top seven Pro class spots; Pro-Am class win
Valcourt, Québec – Can-Am DS 450 racer Jeffrey Rastrelli earned his first career Pro class podium by finishing third at round seven of the 2014 Mtn. Dew ATV Motocross National Championship Series held in New York. Rastrelli, also the Pro-Am class winner,
July 17, 2014
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Yamaha Outdoors Partners With Powderhook.com, NWTF To Giveaway New Grizzly 700 EPS 4x4 ATV And Kansas Whitetail Hunt
Cypress, Calif. – Yamaha Outdoors has partnered with Powderhook and the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) to giveaway a new Grizzly 700 EPS 4x4 ATV and a Kansas whitetail hunt at www.powderhook.com/atv.
July 16, 2014|
Published in the July 2014 issue
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Exclusive Dirt Toys Magazine Hunting Accessories Showcase
We know many of you use your ATV and/or side-by-side when you go hunting, whether it's to get you close to your favorite hunting area or to carry game out to the truck.
July 15, 2014
Racing
RZRs, Once Again, Fill Podium At WORCS Round 6: Polaris factory racer Ryan Piplic takes win in Pro SxS
Minneapolis - Iron Mine Motorcross Park, in Cedar City, UT, hosted WORCS Racing Round 6 for the first time and Polaris factory racers once again filled the podium.
July 14, 2014|
Published in the July 2014 issue
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Yamaha At The Dunes: 2014 Special Edition press event
While there are ATVs and manufacturers to suit every taste and riding skill, there is a certain brand that stands out to anyone who frequents many of the popular sand dune recreation areas available here in the United States, the most well known of which
July 12, 2014|
Published in the July 2014 issue
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BRP To Invest In Mexico To Expand Its Manufacturing, Support Its Growth
BRP today announced its decision to reinforce its presence in Mexico by investing in a new facility in Juárez, Mexico, to expand its Can-Am product offering and meet future demand in off-road segments.
July 10, 2014|
Published in the July 2014 issue
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Rick Sosebee
Turkey Hunting With Yamaha
Getting outdoors into the wild and sometimes very cool temperatures of early spring is just a way of life for a turkey hunter.
July 10, 2014
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Blazing Southern California Trails In The 2015 Honda Pioneer 500 Side-By-Side
We finally got some seat time in Honda’s newest side-by-side, the Pioneer 500 and we came away from our day’s ride once again impressed with a Honda off-road vehicle.
July 10, 2014
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Innovation Marks Honda’s 2015 New-Model Expansion: More models now include IRS
Torrance, Calif. - Whether you enjoy riding on the street or off-road, this latest introduction of new models from Honda gives you more choices than ever. Honda’s engineering prowess paves the way with a new street bike, new ATVs, plus other popular off-r
July 09, 2014
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All-Terrain Vehicle Association
34 Tips For Riding With Your Kids
Those of us who love riding ATVs want to share that experience with our children. Here are some tips to ensure that you and your kids enjoy the time together with your ATVs.
July 08, 2014|
Published in the July 2014 issue
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Lane Lindstrom
ACE Up Their Sleeve: Polaris unveils unique new vehicle
You might chuckle if we tell you Polaris’ latest vehicle for the off-road crowd could very well be the company’s ACE in the hole.
July 08, 2014
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By James Taylor, Contributor to Forbes Magazine
Government Data Show U.S. In Decade-Long Cooling
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s most accurate, up-to-date temperature data confirm the United States has been cooling for at least the past decade. The NOAA temperature data are driving a stake through the heart of alarmists claiming
July 07, 2014
Racing
Can-Am DS 450 Pro Joel Hetrick Second At Millville: Travis Moore wins NEATV-MX Pro, Pro-Am classes in New Hampshire
Valcourt, Québec – Can-Am DS 450 racer Joel Hetrick earned second overall in the Pro class at round six of the 2014 Mtn. Dew ATV Motocross National Championship Series held near Millville, MN. Can-Am Pros secured three top-five finishes in both the Pro an
July 06, 2014|
Published in the July 2014 issue
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Lane Lindstrom
Utah’s Paiute Trail: Lots Of Ups And Downs: Mountain trail riding at its best
When it comes to off-roading and trail riding in the mountains, it’s all about the ups and downs.
July 06, 2014
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Polaris Adds More Power To 2015 RZR XP 1000, RZR XP 4 1000
Medina, Minn. - Polaris Industries, the leading manufacturer of off-road vehicles, has announced the model year 2015 RZR XP 1000 and RZR XP 4 1000 will feature a higher output 110 horsepower to dominate the dunes, desert, trails, race track or anything th
July 05, 2014
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Polaris Partners With American Farm Bureau Federation
Minneapolis – Polaris Industries, the leading manufacturer of off-road vehicles (ORVs), has announced the company has entered into a partnership with the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), the nation’s largest general farm organization, to be a reso
July 04, 2014|
Published in the July 2014 issue
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Lane Lindstrom
Kawi Teryx Does Battle In Tough 800 SxS Class: Two-seater more competitive than ever
In the last issue of Dirt Toys Magazine, we talked about how well positioned the Teryx4 is in the 4-seat 800cc class of side-by-sides.
July 02, 2014
Racing
Yamaha Opens Voting For “All-American ATV Racer” Contest: Winner receives new YFZ450R and free entry to the 2015 GNCC Season
Cypress, Calif. – Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., has opened voting for the top Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Amateur or Pro-Am racer representing great All-American ATV Racing values in the industry-first “Yamaha All-American ATV Racer” contest: http:/
July 02, 2014|
Published in the July 2014 issue
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Hunting Ethics And OHVs
I have utilized motorcycles/ATVs as a part of hunting in Idaho for some 20 years now.
July 02, 2014
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Suzuki’s Star Spangled Sales Event
Brea, CA - Suzuki Motor of America (SMAI) has announced the Suzuki Star Spangled Sales Event as we head into the summer season. The industry leading retail finance rates continue to be the anchor of its retail programs with 2.99 percent financing for 60 m