Gear All-in-one fun!

Check out the all-in-one camping package from Napier Enterprises. The Sportz X-Treme PAC includes everything you need to spend the night in the great outdoors—in one compact carrying case. The Sportz XTreme PAC includes a two-man tent, full rain fly, two mummy-style sleeping bags and two folding stools. Just strap it on to the back of your quad and go!

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Gear Rough and tough—strong and durable

After 30 years of making socks, the people at Darn Tough Vermont know what they are doing. A socially responsible company, Darn Tough socks are made in Vermont with merino wool that allow your feet to breathe, yet will keep them warm in colder climates and maintain its shape. You can wear Darn Tough socks for up to six days without noticing an unpleasant odour and they come in a variety of shapes and sizes depending on what activity you like to do, including ATVing, hiking, fishing, hunting or snowmobiling. Darn Tough Vermont is so sure of its product that it offers a lifetime guarantee. If your socks wear or tear, you can send them back to Darn Tough Vermont for a new pair—no questions asked.

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Gear Go green

Solar power is definitely the way of the future. Pulse Tech is way ahead of the game and has recently introduced the SP25 Solar Pulse—the most effective solar charger on the market. With 1.6 amps, the 25-watt Solar Pulse can charge all types of 12-volt lead acid batteries. The SP25 is ideal for any vehicle including quads, tractors, construction equipment and boats. When mounted on your vehicle, the SP25 is an automatic battery conditioning and charge system that extends battery performance.

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Gear A versatile pack

The Dragonfly Pack by Outdoor products is adjustable so that it can be made to fit either adults or children. Constructed on a 76 centimetre (30“) Enduroflex frame, this pack is strong enough to withstand years of trekking. With a volume of 7,060 cubic centimetres (2,780 cubic inches), the Dragonfly can carry enough gear for your excursion. Plus, with the bungee compression system, you can properly centre your load. Outside pockets help you organize your water, snacks and GPS device.

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Gear Don’t try this at home

Throttle Entertainment is a production company based out of California that specializes in producing adventure sport programming for DVD and theatrical release. The newest from Throttle Entertainment is Enduro At Erzberg—The Polish Hat Trick. An annual event usually held in Austria, the Erzberg Rodeo is one of the most difficult motorcycle races to finish and not for amateurs of any kind. Shane Cuthbertson—an extreme motocross and supercross rider from Alberta who got sixth-place at the Red Bull Last Man Standing—competed but did not finish the Erzberg Rodeo. However, he highly recommends the video.

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Saskatchewan See it, fish it

Bill Gerow, president of the Timber Trails ATV Club, can fish in 40 lakes within an hour's drive of Big River, Saskatchewan.

by Lisa Crane

ATVers taking a break

Saskatchewan From the land to the lakes

Bill Gerow, a member of the Timber Trails ATV Club in Big River, was more than happy to tell RidersWest about the club and the abundant recreation opportunities near Big River and Candle Lake.

by Glynis Fediuk

Photo of ATVers crossing a bridge

Saskatchewan A block of time

Barry Nontell and his wife, Clarice, like to take guests of their motel, the Timberland Motel in Big River, on an ATV tour back through time.

by Tanya Laing Gahr