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RidersWest: Parent like a champ on two wheels, four, or more!
Parenting is a challenge under most circumstances, and bonding with kids in a meaningful way doesn’t always come naturally. Fortunately, there are some moms and dads out there who know what they’re doing and we can find inspiration and courage from them.
For example, did you know that Cool moms dig into dirt with their kids? It’s true. For many Rad Riders across the country, their introduction to powersports came from one of their elders—a parent or grandparent. But for those who were unable to rev the throttle in their formative years, the opportunity to ride later in life can come from an unexpected source: their children.
“My son got me into dirt biking,” said Sammi Lynn Clayton, motocross and single-track dirt biker and snow biker. “My son has always been obsessed with dirt bikes and a friend had mentioned me getting one as well and the idea bloomed.”
There are also some parents who grew up with powersports and have passed on their passion to their children. For a fortunate few, like Jim Wright and his sons Keeg (17) and Rowe (15) in Calgary, Alberta, powersports bridged the gap and built solid familial bonds. Over the years, Jim and his sons became such capable racers that the rad dad decided to create a racing team for his family: Wright Racing.
“It’s a family circle of giving and learning,” said Jim. “I have always told them there is a big difference between being a winner and being a true champion. Anyone can win races but lots of winners will never be a champion. A champion wants to win but doesn’t have to and always gives back more than he takes.”
Have you voted in SnoRiders’ Best Sled Wrap Contest yet? If not, you’ve still got a little bit of time to make your selections. Round 2 ends on November 19. Vote for your favourites to make it through to the finals!
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Our most-read article from last month’s newsletter was a list of our favourite toy haulers on the market. If you travel in order to hit the trails, you might benefit from a toy hauler RV.
