Posts by ATVCamper:
Street Legal ATVs
February 20th, 2012An issue that has come up several times while ATV trail riding is getting from one trail head to another legally. Many trails are separated by private land or areas where ATVs are not allowed. In order to get from one trail head to another requires trailering the ATV which can be a hassle. This is where having the ability to ride on the street with Street Legal ATVs would be a big benefit.
The Right Way To Camp
February 17th, 2012Camping is about getting out of the house to experience the outdoors and some new scenery with family and friends. Camping is also an excellent way to relieve the stress of every day life. There are many wrong ways to camp, so what is The Right Way To Camp?
ATV Snow Ride at North Divide OHV Area
February 13th, 2012I have ridden ATVs all over the state of Colorado but only scratched the surface as far as the available terrain to ride in this great state. One area I have not had the chance to ride but always wanted to was an area north of Divide, Colorado. This was my first ATV snow ride at North Divide OHV Area.
Protecting Your ATV From Theft
February 10th, 2012It’s hard enough now days to even afford an ATV, let alone a new one. Then after you get one you start adding some ATV accessories and a few performance modifications to get it setup for the way you like to ride. After you are all done you really have sunk some cash into this four-wheeled package of adrenalin pumping, thrill ride of excitement. Now you have to be concerned with Protecting Your ATV From Theft!
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Psychology Of Snow
February 6th, 2012Snow has always had a very positive effect on me. I enjoy playing in it, skiing in it, riding in it, camping in it, and just looking at it. I call it the Psychology Of Snow because of the way it makes me feel. With snow you either love it or hate it there does not seem to be any middle ground.
Bear Grylls Series Ultimate Survival Kit Review
February 3rd, 2012I have wrote about survival kits before and I am always reviewing my survival kits to make sure they are as compact and complete as possible. The Bear Grylls Series Ultimate Survival Kit is a fairly new product offered by Gerber and with these two names I felt I needed to see what this new kit was all about.
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ATV Electric Power Steering Explained
January 30th, 2012I am a firm believer in the “Keep It Simple Stupid” (KISS) philosophy, so when electric power steering was introduced for ATVs and UTVs I saw it as another thing to go wrong while ATV trail riding in the back country. But everyone I have talked to that have it say it is the greatest thing since sliced bread. If you are like me I would like ATV Electric Power Steering Explained, so after some research I put together the following.
Why Use A Hiking Stick?
January 27th, 2012For as long as I can remember I have always used a hiking stick of some form or another while hiking the back country. Whether it be a stick I found (preferred) or an old broom stick I feel more comfortable with a hiking stick. My wife does not care to use one and constantly asks me “Why Use A Hiking Stick?”
ATV Tire Pressure
January 23rd, 2012A common topic of discussion amongst ATVers is ATV Tire Pressure or more specifically “What pressure should I be running in my ATV tires?”. ATV tire pressure is a very important measurement that should be checked before each ride. An under/over inflated ATV tire can have adverse affects on handling, tire wear, traction, fuel mileage and the drive train.
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High Altitude Camping
January 20th, 2012While camping at 6,800 feet above sea level may seem like High Altitude Camping to some, it’s the average altitude here in Colorado. For Coloradans high altitude camping is anything above 11,000 feet or the tree line. Above this altitude only alpine vegetation grows. Camping at these altitudes requires some extra knowledge and preparation.
ATV Tire Construction
January 16th, 2012After writing the “Understanding ATV Tires and Wheels” post I receive a couple of emails asking about ATV Tire Construction or more specifically radial vs. bias ply tires. To answer this one must have a better understanding of the differences between the two types. I found the following on the Carlisle Tires website which helps explain the two types.
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Camping Sanitation In The Back Country
January 13th, 2012Whenever ATV camping in the back country it is important that we practice “Leave No Trace”, that is we must make every attempt to leave the area like we found it if not better. So when it comes to Camping Sanitation in the back country, the method in doing so is important to maintaining your health and personal comfort as well as the aesthetics of the back country.
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