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Riders come from near and far to experience the amazing beauty of Southern Alberta's backcountry. Shown is an ATVer parked with the Rocky Mountains in the background.

ATV Zone, Crowsnest Pass, AB Crowsnest Pass: A revered ATVing destination

One of Southern Alberta’s most beautiful areas to go ATVing faces an uncertain future.

by Kirsten Armleder

Chris Pylatuk sits in his UTV with his riding buddy, his five-year-old daughter, Lyla.

ATV Zone, British Columbia Chris Pylatuk: Putting family first in Chilliwack’s backcountry

Chris Pylatuk of Chilliwack, B.C., uses his UTV to connect his family with the great outdoors.

by Jeff Johnson

One of the many views to be found in Nopiming Provincial Park: a sunset over a calm lake

ATV Zone, Manitoba New riding group seeks protection for trails in Nopiming Provincial Park

Nopiming 4 Lakes 4 Wheelers finds itself in a rock and a hard place between government officials and ATV enthusiasts.

by Jeff Johnson

Survival gear for ATVing.

ATV Zone Essential gear to bring when ATVing and UTVing in the backcountry

From tools to wilderness survival kits, there are the essential items you should bring with you when exploring the backcountry.

by Trish Drinkle

ATVs ride through the mud

ATV Zone, Manitoba Making muddy memories with family and friends

Bill Ford, president of Canadian Championship Mud Racing, slings sludge across Canada for a second straight season

by Kyle Born

Looking behind the handlebars of a quad at a forested trail.

ATV Zone, British Columbia Taking your quads on vacation

Taking your ATV on vacation is a great way to explore new destinations.

by Margy Lutz

Jason Stapleton stands with friends with his ATV

ATV Zone, Alberta The power of positivity leads to lasting ATV memories

Suffering a brutal wreck hasn’t stymied Jason Stapleton’s dedication to ATV racing

by Kyle Born

Two men are getting ready for an awesome ATV ride.

ATV Zone Crossing Newfoundland by ATV

Patrick Ryan has crossed Newfoundland by ATV eight times and shares his expertise with other riders who follow his T’Railway route on his blog.

by Jillian Clark

ATV Zone Our top 10 most-read stories of 2017

Before we usher in a new year, let's look back at the top 10 most-read stories on RidersWest’s website.

by Kirsten Armleder

Taigen poses next to an overturned ATV

ATV Zone, Alberta A boy and his quad

Dustin Deck and his six-year-old son, Taigen, have taken ATVing to unprecedented social media fame

by Kyle Born

ATVs ride in a field

ATV Zone, Saskatchewan Keep your head firmly attached to your neck with these safety tips

Andrea Crittenden of Sixteen Safety Services in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, supplies safety tips for new and experienced ATV/UTV/snowmobile riders

by Kyle Born

Inside Argo.

ATV Zone The evolution of Argo

How this Canadian company became the world’s leading manufacturer of amphibious vehicles.

by Kirsten Armleder

Three ATVs with tracks ride through the snow

ATV Zone, British Columbia ATV + tracks > snowmobiles or ATVs with wheels

Allen Parsons with the Powell River ATV Club has equipped his ride with tracks which allow him to reach new heights

by Kyle Born

An ATV sitting on top of a mountain overlooking the Johnstone Strait.

ATV Zone, British Columbia A Vancouver Island ATV tour you won’t soon forget

The Campbell River ATV Club has a 400-kilometre circle tour that should bring more off-road vehicle visitors to Vancouver Island’s northern region.

by Kirsten Armleder

A Hellenbach Racing UTV is racing through desert sand.

ATV Zone, British Columbia Hellenbach Racing—from a dream to the desert

Hellenbach Racing was founded in 2014 by two friends with a dream and a homemade UTV. Now they race two custom cars and finish in the top five at major desert races.

by Jillian Clark

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by Kirsten Armleder
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