what's that bear on?

  My, my, my...... Yes sir that wacky bear is still at it and going for it with gusto! Take a look at the picture below. Notice the misspell of the word forest? Unless they are renaming the entity of the forest to that of a living being born of Mother earth, hence the name Forrest. I used to know a guy named Forrest..... nice guy. Would never use the language depicted in the image at left. Well I bring, dredge and steam a little over this and have it up again to remind you that the image tells it all. That's, how the activists on the other side feel about everyone except themselves. That only they can be the stewards of the forest, and do anything they please. Well, its our forest too, and our fight will never end. Look at Clear Creek and what they have done there. Not only have they closed it down, they have Illegally gone in with dozers and under the guise of "trail restoration" without the proper permits, in the wet weather when no-one can enter, destroyed trails, roads and overcrossings to hamper any future use. Well, that's just not right. Just like those Smokey the bear commercials. Remember those? Only ATV's cause wildfires? Well, if you remember, they re-canted those ads after the uproar and the facts that not one wildfire was documented from those hazardous ATV's. It's usually a careless camper. But don't think for a moment those ads are gone. They ARE NOT! I have seen them on television still and hear them on the radio at least once or twice a week. And the NFS said they were "not involved" in the production of those ads. Well, at the end of those ads it is declared that the Ad council, NFS and the National assn. of State forests. So, as usual, the lies continue and expand. So keep a wary eye and whenever and wherever you can, contact your representatives to stop further land grabs and closures. Our future depends on it.

3.01.2010

Going to the dunes?
Well, if you are, you may want to stay away from the bombing ranges! Even though there are plenty around and people have been using them for years, New signage is going up and keep out is the latest term on them. Read the story here.

Desert Protection Act of 2010
I know I brought this up before, but they are expanding the protected areas of the CA desert and this could affect us. They have met with the cities and are moving forward. Read the news story here, and read the full bill here.

In case you've forgotten
About the Tread lightly campaign, we all know about how important it is to try and stay on trails. Well, in the desert areas that can be a little iffy. But if you would like to take a look, follow this link to the tread lightly campaign and see what it's all about now.

Oregon ATV safety cards
If you haven't taken the time to get your atv safety card, you may wish to do so. Starting in 2012 they will be installing a 2 stage process. One will be written and one will be hands on. So another hurdle to jump through Bikes will also have to do this. Here is the link.

CPSC report
Well, the CPSC has released yet another report concerning the amount of increase in deaths and injuries occurring on ATV's. Ignoring the latest data showing that in fact, in the last year those numbers have declined, they issued another tainted report concerning ATV's. If you would like to see it, follow this link. Expect more from me on this subject in the future, as I prepare a statistical analysis of the actual data.

Just another Land grab
By our most trusting and all wise Obama administration. Yes, they have the intentions of grabbing 3m acres of public lands in the west and designating them "National Monuments is need of protection" Thereby eliminating all off road vehicles in these areas. If you would like to see the list of areas, click here.

2.01.2010

Yamaha Announces 2011 Rhino 700 FI
The new Rhino is almost here, see it and read about it here.

Polaris acquires Swissauto
Polaris acquired Swissauto powersports and engine developer, who they use in the snowmobiles. I would look for changes to ATVs now that they will be building their own engines. Read it here.

New fuel sales rules
This is the new laws regarding race fuel sales. LINK

Ohv ID study
Yes, they are at it again. Looking at those trusty Red and Green stickers. Here is the story.

Presidents budget to slash trail funding!
Yes, our esteemed leader has decided to shift focus away from trail funding and towards "road decommissioning, erosion control, watershed health and forest restoration." Read the story here and the related article about the change in direction here. Another is here.

AMA Life member testifies before congress
Dennis Larratt testied on our behalf in regards to the new wilderness designation lands. Just another land grab. Read the story here, and the test of the law here.

ATV injuries decline!
Yes, you heard it right. The CPSC has released the latest information and it shows that the injury rate has decreased for ATV users. Read the full story here.

1.13.2010

BLM and frogs.
I know it is rare that I put something like this up, but with the closure of Clear Creek, the Closure and ongoing fight at Carnegie, Our tax dollars are going to this reeking frog. Nope, cant use that money to possibly umm, keep the areas open? Nope, we have to close them for the frogs. Pay attention to where this is, if the frogs don't come back, which ride area may be on the chopping block next. Hmmmmm? Read the bits here and stay calm.

"Proposed national monuments seek to protect desert beauty"
A bill that would create a new national monument stretching from Joshua Tree National Park to the top of Mount San Gorgonio could boost the Coachella Valley's profile as a destination for hikers, but for who else? Read the story here. It does not necessarily ban us, but it will limit us.

California Desert Protection Act of 2010
I don't know if I missed the passage of this, but here is the overview of the bill from Feinstien and what it will do. I found the full bill and it is here.

Carnegie lawsuit facts...
From the state websight!! (link)

Permanent removal of lead ban.
A report that is due to Congress from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has sparked a renewed effort by off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts to completely remove a ban on..... read the full story from Blue ribbon here.

10 Ways to ruin an ATV
Some of the ways to ruin your quad take some work (like crashing), but some of the easiest ways to ruin your quad are quite simple, and I am sure we all know that. Me more than most with all my crashing!! That will definitely ruin an ATV!! Read the full story here.

12.17.2009

Highland ATV??
It seemed like they came out of nowhere. One day we got a call from U.S. Highland and some guys from Oklahoma announced they had an American-made ATV ..... read more from Dirt wheels here.

Forest off-road maps roil many
The Stanislaus National Forest unveiled new maps of where motorized vehicles will and won't be allowed to go in the forest, and many of the more than 80 people gathered to see those maps Thursday night in a conference room in Sonora were not happy. Read the full story here.

USDA FOREST SERVICE LAUNCHES COLLABORATIVE PROCESS FOR NEW PLANNING RULE
Yep, you guessed it. More legislation from out of this world. Check it out here.

Chaparral Motorsports
An inside look at one of the largest retailers in the country. Check it out here.

Oregon Dunes in the crosshairs.
Now they are being sued. Read it here.

Carnegie to close!
As you know by now, they are after Carnegie and trying to close it. Read the story here. And read the lawsuit here.

12.03.2009

Turkey day at the Mountain
Some of us go to Superstition Mountain. Read one story here. and here.

Turkey day at Buttercup!
Another story here.

Numbers down at Imperial
Read it all here.

Aid for injured riders!
Yes, they were ready and able. Read about how...here.

12.01.2009

Shasta/Trinity NF cuts off access!
With the implementation of new rules and the stroke of a pen. Once again we are barred from our lands. read all about it here.

New Mexico OHV funds safe for now.
Yep. You read it right. Now read a little more about it by going here.

Congressman tries to skirt the process!
Yes, a little old but they tried to shove more closures down our throat. Eliminate and participate. That is our motto! Get involved by following this link! >>>>>> link

Yamaha down 40%!
Just a little off the top please! Wow, hope the times get better. Yamaha is a great sponsor for a lot of racing. Read it all here.

Honda Bike Sales down over 50%
Wow! Honda had some bad times this year! Hopefully things will get better and improve enough for them to start sponsoring more riders! Read the story here.

Halloween at Glamis!
The first big weekend went off smoothly this year. read a story here, and here.

Polaris Awarded Contract!
The National Guard has awarded Polaris a 2.4 million dollar contract! Read the full story here.

New rules for SxS!
Yes, new rules are in the making for the side by side/UTV industry. Thought you could escape the massive litigious arm of the government? Think again! Read the news here.

10.10.2009

Polaris Launches the Electric Razr!

The Ranger EV features the attributes of..... read the story here.

9.23.2009

Bureau of Land Management preparing for big numbers to visit Glamis dunes

As October approaches, preparations are being put..... read the story here.

New Glamis road designation may allow off-highway vehicles

Dollar bills cover the ceiling and walls at the Boardmanville Trading Post near the Glamis Sand Dunes as .....the full story is here.

Yamaha enters distribution partnership with Athena!

Read all about it here.

9.21.2009

Caster and Camber?

Ever want to know the method used to adjust your caster and camber on your ATV? I know I have. Well, here is an article that explains it all. With pictures too!! Read all about it by going here.

9.14.2009

More Changes at Glamis!  Mobile strip shows, women flashing their breasts and drunken guys riding nude on motorcycles isn't what the U.S. Bureau of Land Management had in mind when it envisioned "multiple uses" for public land, and so with that comes changes. Read the full article by going here.

The all New YFZ450x  The new 2010 model is in the works and coming out. More woods than MX it looks like Bill Ballance had his hands all over this one. Check out the quad here.

9.01.2009

CA OHMVR Division Proposed rulemaking!  The OHMVR Division is proposing revisions to the Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program Regulations. The 45-day Public Comment period.....read more.