I remember the day my father brought home our family’s first ATV. It was a Suzuki 350 c.c. and I was terrified of it. It had a manual transmission and I spent several frustrating hours trying to learn how to shift the gears smoothly. After I figured it out, however, I was hooked on ATVing.
A couple of years later, my father bought two personal watercraft and it didn’t take me long to develop an interest in them as well. Since then, I’ve explored trails and lakes throughout the East and West Kootenay regions of B.C. and in the province of Alberta. I have also ridden a personal watercraft in the states of Montana, Arizona and Utah. My passion for motorsports is something I am pleased to share with my husband, who is also an experienced dirt biker and motorcyclist.
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If you are a dirt bike rider looking for a place to twist the throttle in Manitoba, there are several tracks available, and some of the most popular are listed here.
by Kirsten Armleder
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by Kirsten Armleder
Common sense, communication and courtesy can go a long way in making the encounter between ATVers and horseback riders safe and positive.
by Kirsten Armleder
The current wildfire situation in B.C. means ATVers need to be extra careful where they ride
by Kirsten Armleder
Diagnose and repair powertrain problems with your Polaris ATV, UTV or snowmobile with the new Check Tech tool from OTB Powersports.
by Kirsten Armleder
DragonFire announces the new System 3 Off-Road UTV tire and wheel brand.
by Kirsten Armleder
Every March, hundreds of 4x4 enthusiasts converge on Moab, Utah, for the annual Jeep Safari week. Could they be onto something? A group of ORV enthusiasts from B.C.’s Lower Mainland just had to find out.
by Kirsten Armleder
One of Southern Alberta’s most beautiful areas to go ATVing faces an uncertain future.
by Kirsten Armleder
You are a Polaris RZR owner who needs a secure spot to put your camera, tools, equipment and other valuables. Check out the new UTV Strongbox from Tuffy Security Products.
by Kirsten Armleder
Mike “Yukon” Avetikian—motorcyclist, professional photographer, gunslinger and former Soviet citizen—has realized many of his dreams.
by Kirsten Armleder
The Pilot Jacket from Motorfirst is designed for ATV and UTV riders wanting to stay dry in all riding conditions.
by Kirsten Armleder
The Vozz R1 1.0 is a revolutionary motorcycle helmet that opens from the back for improved comfort and safety.
by Kirsten Armleder
The International Selkirk Loop is a three- to seven-day tour that takes motorcyclists on a memorable trip through the mountains.
by Kirsten Armleder
From January 5 to 7, motorcycle and ATV enthusiasts converged on BMO Centre for the 2018 instalment of the Calgary Motorcycle Show.
by Kirsten Armleder
The Monsoon Bag is a durable, weather-proof storage option for all kinds of outdoor enthusiasts.
by Kirsten Armleder
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