Noticed any daffodils popping up in your neighborhood? That can only mean one thing -- spring is around the corner! And with spring comes plenty of those “April Showers.” What better way to welcome those spring than by loading up your UTV and hitting those wet and muddy trails. That’s right, it’s mudding time! But before you start flipping and flinging mud everywhere, you’re going to want to take care of a few items of business to ensure that your UTV is in tip top condition for the mudding season. It’ll give you peace of mind knowing your UTV will...

Whether you already own a UTV or not, there’s no denying the fun that comes from taking it out on the trails and tearing it up with family members or friends.  Some UTV enthusiasts may also have an interest in engineering, design, and hands-on building. If that’s the case, there may be a project that lets you combine several of your favorite things – homemade UTVs.   While not for the faint of heart, a homemade UTV can be a super fun project with a super fun outcome too.   There’s no greater feeling knowing the machine you’re out cruising...

A UTV is no small purchase. So, if you happen to find yourself in the market for one, you want to make sure you know what you’re getting into. What should you be looking for while UTV shopping? What questions should you ask, and what specifications should you consider? Keep reading for your UTV purchasing guide. Do Your Research If you know what type of machine you are looking to buy, make sure you spend a little time doing some research. This is especially important if you’re not very familiar with UTVs. Get to know them both in person and...

One of the most fun aspects of having a UTV is all the fun and useful accessories available for purchase to take your riding to the next level. Whether it be a UTV windshield, a gun rack, or a heated steering wheel, there is a UTV accessory for just about anything.   But what if your UTV rides lower than you want? Whether it doesn’t have quite enough clearance to get things done around the yard or to make it over those gnarly trails you plan to explore, you bet there is an accessory to solve this problem.   UTV...

The UTV, also known as the side-by-side, is a relatively new outdoor vehicle. The UTV really wasn’t on the radar for many outdoor enthusiasts until the 1980’s! But they didn’t just pop up overnight. There were a few other vehicles and toys that inspired the UTV. So, to help you appreciate your UTV even more that you do as you rip through mud puddles and fly down mountain trails, here is the history of the UTV. Where UTV's Came From The utility task/terrain vehicle (UTV), side-by-side (SXS), recreational utility vehicle (RUV) or recreational off-high vehicles (ROV) is classified as a...

If you’re looking for ways to take your UTV to the next level this winter, why not invest in a few gadgets? Here is a list of the top five UTV winter gadgets for you to consider. Snow Plow You may or may not be able to use your UTV to hit the trails this winter; that all depends on your comfort and skill level, as well as how equipped your UTV is for the snow. But not matter who you are or how intense you ride, you can benefit from a snow plow. If you’re going to choose any...

No matter how much you hate the cold, you can’t hibernate all winter long. This means you will be required to go outside every once in a while, whether it be to go to work, school, the grocery store, or to visit friends. Any other time of year this wouldn’t be a problem. But during the winter you have to take extra precautions to get from one destination to another safely when the roads are covered in snow. And if you enjoy the snow, you know that there are countless activities you can do to enjoy the season! No matter...

Taking your UTV out for a spin in the spring or summer is easy. The weather is great, and the trails are obvious. There is very little left to the imagination when it comes to warm weather UTV activities. But when the weather gets colder, it may be harder coming up with ways to make the most of your UTV. You don’t want this fun (and let’s face it, expensive) piece of equipment to be limited to a few months of the year, but UTV winter activities are sometimes hard to come up with. If you’re in need of some...

Who doesn’t love a new year and a fresh start? It’s a time to reflect, make changes, and look ahead to exciting new goals. For the makers of your favorite UTVs, 2017 will be no different! If you’re a UTV enthusiast, chances are while you’re outlining your New Year’s resolutions it will include a few new trails you hope to try out, a new resolve to keep up with your UTV maintenance, and maybe even a few budgeting goals so that you can outfit your ride with the latest and greatest UTV accessories. While you look ahead at accomplishing your...

Maintaining your UTV isn’t something that should only be done in the summer months when you’re taking your UTV out often. It’s important to have proper maintenance year-round to keep your UTV preforming at its best, and living the longest life possible. Keeping up with the maintenance of your UTV is especially critical during the cold winter months, as the extreme temperatures can magnify any issues you may have. That said, you probably don’t want to be out in a cold garage or even in the snow for hours on end checking off major maintenance projects from your to-do list....