For 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?”
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A 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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After 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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It is amazing what a new utility 4×4 ATV can do. They are incredible machines engineered to handle the toughest terrains with plenty of power for the steepest hills. But some of us demand more usability, performance or a more customized look from our ATVs which means altering the machine from its stock form.
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New Years Day, that means it’s time for the annual Bunce School Road ride. This is my second consecutive year for this ATV winter ride and the weather was much warmer than last year. Last year we had temperatures in the single digits with a wind chill factor pushing temperatures well below zero. Today the temperatures are in the 30′s and a little breezy.
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It was the day after a White Christmas here in Colorado. Only one-in-three Colorado Christmas’s actually have snow. With temperatures forecasted in the 40′s made it a great opportunity to get out for an ATV snow ride. This time I was going to Rainbow Falls, not the Manitou Springs waterfall, but the popular off-highway-vehicle area 10 miles north of Woodland Park, Colorado.
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I have been active in the outdoors all of my life. Camping is one activity I enjoy a lot. Hiking, fishing, dirt biking, and swimming were all parts of my family camping experience growing up. Now I enjoy ATV camping. I always knew the activity of camping was healthy and I recently found this article on the health benefits of camping and wanted to share it with my readers.
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With the sale of new ATVs down and the sale of new UTVs booming, kind of leads to the question: Are ATVs on the verge of extinction? Don’t get me wrong ATVs are still very popular but you have got to wonder based on the current trend who is going to dominate the trails.
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As 2011 comes to a close we will take a look at what were some of the hottest products at CampingATV.com. As ATV camping continues to grow in popularity we are happy to offer a broad selection of ATV camping accessories.
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If you became lost in the back country, very sick or faced with another life threatening situation would you survive? Do you give up on all of your hopes of making it out alive or do you maintain your will to survive? We can truly never know what we would do if we were ever put in that kind of situation.
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One of the most important skills necessary for navigating the back country is understanding the proper way of Reading A Map. It is not a difficult skill but I am constantly amazed at how many people, who venture into the back country, don’t know how to properly read a map. The following article uses metric terminology but explains map reading very well.
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To many, owning an ATV is just about riding but there is much more. Maintenance and repairs of an ATV is one of the responsibilities one must except when owning an ATV. Neglecting these responsibilities can result in safety issues, break downs and poor performance.
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