Stories

ATV Zone ATVs and UTVs—what they are and who makes them?

Breaking down the basics of powersports definitions and where to go to get the right quad or side-by-side

by Kyle Born

RidersWest Insider The Top 10 RidersWest stories of 2021

These are the 10 most popular RidersWest articles of 2021—over half relate to riding powersports in British Columbia

by Kyle Born

ATV Zone, British Columbia Winter maintenance and safety tips for ATVers

Decide what’s right for your ride this winter, from emergency supplies to survival gear to navigational aids and communications devices

by Clint Ingham

ATV Zone, British Columbia How and where to ride ATVs in winter

Clint Ingham, President of the Vernon ATV Club, keeps his group active by riding all year round

by Kyle Born

Motorcycle Zone, Alberta The Wayside Fallen Riders Memorial Park is a dream come true for grieving riders

The Wayside Fallen Riders Memorial Park in Two Hills, Alberta, is nearing completion and the Wayside Fallen Riders Monument is now in place

by Renee Charbonneau AKA Belt Drive Betty

Motorcycle Zone, British Columbia Powersports conversions: From sledding to snow biking

Curtis Hofsink, snowmobiler-turned-snow biker in Smithers, B.C., discusses why he made the switch from sled to bike

by Kyle Born

Motorcycle Zone, Revelstoke, BC Dirt or snow, this snap-happy lady is ready to go!

Cassandra Prochera, powersports photographer in Revelstoke, B.C., has photography tips and snow bike tricks for aspiring riders

by Kyle Born

ATV Zone, Kootenay Rockies, BC How to attach tracks to your ATV and why it’s worth the effort

Wayne Mercer, member of the Kootenay Rockies ATV Club, outlines the practical knowledge needed to make an informed decision when it comes to wheels or tracks for your ATV

by Kyle Born

ATV Zone, British Columbia Meet Chris D’Silva, the new president of ATVBC

Chris D’Silva, recently-elected president of ATVBC, aims to attract new clubs to ATVBC and make joining the organization even easier

by Kyle Born

ATV Zone, British Columbia Vixens Canada has visible proof: “Girls get dirty too!”

Desarae Hall and Lisa Arpin of Chilliwack, B.C., are the founders of Vixens Canada, a clothing company that encourages women to embrace off-roading

by Kyle Born

ATV Zone, British Columbia Take a trip through time on the historic Cheslatta Trail

Tracey Payne, avid ATV rider and amateur historian, details the historic Cheslatta Trail near Burns Lake, B.C., its ancient and recent history, along with a ride guide

by Tracey Payne

Motorcycle Zone, British Columbia The prodigy: This 14-year-old Rad Rider outperforms the adults

Andrew Van Winkle, an exceptionally talented 14-year-old motorcycle racer from Chilliwack, B.C., is accelerating past his adult competitors

by Melissa Godbout

ATV Zone, Manitoba What is it like to be a powersports dealer?

Dan Militere, sales manager for Throttle Connection in Winnipeg, Manitoba, has carved out a trail in life that allows him to test out the latest powersports

by Kyle Born

ATV Zone, British Columbia Wildfire safety reminders for ATVers

The current wildfire situation in B.C. means ATVers need to be extra careful where they ride

by Kirsten Armleder

ATV Zone, British Columbia This cool grandma is living her best life side-by-side with ATVers

Nycole Ross, member of the Prince George ATV Club in B.C., encourages everyone to ride powersports, regardless of age or gender

by Kyle Born

ATV Zone So you want to overland, eh? Here’s how to do it right with tips from Expedition Overland

Rachelle Croft, co-founder of Expedition Overland in Montana, explains how to achieve a memorable overlanding adventure with children

by Kyle Born