We’ve covered many topics here on our blog, but what about UTV water crossing? Sure, it sounds like fun, but is it safe to cross over sections of water in your UTV? And if it is, what safety precautions should you follow? That’s what we’re talking about today. Keep reading to learn all about crossing over water in your UTV. Please Stay Safe Before diving into UTV water crossing, we want to express how vital water safety is. If you’re not an experienced driver, we don’t recommend crossing any body of water in your UTV. While there’s always a risk...

A UTV trail ride is lots of fun, but what should you bring with you? If you’re new to UTV trail rides, you might feel uncertain. You’ll want to prepare so you can have a blast, but you’ll also want to have tools on hand in case you break down or have an emergency.  Here’s everything you should bring on a UTV ride for a day trip. From Your Garage When going through your garage, you should consider bringing things such as these: Allen wrench set. Interchangeable screwdriver. Pliers or Vise-Grips. Hardware, nuts, and bolts. You never know what will...

If you want protection from the elements, you might want a side-by-side roof for your ATV. A roof will shield you from the sun’s glare, cold winter elements, and rainy days. The protection that side-by-side roofs provide will have you feeling confident in your ability to enjoy riding in your ATV, regardless of the outdoor elements. While this could sound ideal to you, you might not know how to install one. In today’s blog, we’re talking about the different types of roofs you can put on your ATV and how to install them or get them installed. The Different Kinds...

As far as winter sports go, driving a UTV on snowmobile trails is a great way to pass the time. But before you hit the trails, we want you to stay safe. So, here are some tips for driving your UTV on snowy trails. UTVs in the Snow Not every off-highway vehicle (OHV) is made for the snow. We don’t recommend riding a UTV in a blizzard, but UTVs can handle several inches of snow if you want to have fun with the flakes on some snowmobile trails. UTVs can be driven in the snow because of how they’re built–their...

Driving a UTV is an absolute blast, but are UTVs safe? After all, they are large vehicles that don’t offer a ton of protection. The good news is you can cautiously operate your UTV, which will significantly reduce your risk of injury. Here’s everything you need to know to stay safe while having a ton of fun in your UTV. Treat driving your UTV like you would driver’s ed. Before obtaining your driver’s license, you carefully study the driver’s manual and learn how to drive the car you’ll use for your driving test. Now, you don’t typically need a license...

Now that spring is almost here and the weather’s getting warmer, it’s time to prepare your UTV and get it ready to ride once the snow melts. But before we head out, this is what we are doing to prepare our machine for the open air, trails, and dunes. Let’s go over a quick checklist of items any UTV rider should do before hitting the rocky mountain trails. Scan Your Machine Make sure you give your UTV a thorough scan before hitting the hills. You will want to make sure your machine is in tip-top shape before going out. We...

As far as winter sports go, driving a UTV on snowmobile trails is a great way to pass the time. But before you hit the trails, we want you to stay safe. So, here are some tips for driving your UTV on snowy trails.  UTVs in the Snow Not every off-highway vehicle (OHV) is made for the snow. We don’t recommend riding a UTV in a blizzard, but UTVs can handle several inches of snow if you want to have fun with the flakes on some snowmobile trails. UTVs can be driven in the snow because of how they’re built–their...

All-terrain vehicles make for great adventures, but should you ride your ATV in the snow? The answer is yes, you should! Here, in Utah, we expect snow for several months of the year, so it only makes sense to think about winter sports. Fortunately, ATVs can be driven in different weather conditions as long as they’re driven carefully. How else would we pass the winter months?  Prepare for Your ATV Activity Before you hop on your ATV, there are some steps to take that will help ensure a safe and enjoyable riding experience.  Schedule when and where you want to...

If you own a UTV and plan to go off-roading in 2022, finding the perfect helmet is key to safety and efficiency. These machines ride fast and can be driven on unpredictable terrain and in unknown weather conditions. The best chance at protecting you and your riders is for you all to have the proper headgear. We are sharing tips on how to find the right helmet here. Find A CSA Compliant Helmet UTV or side-by-side helmets still have to meet the same criteria and standards that motorcycle helmets do. Finding a CSA-compliant helmet will ensure that it can protect...

As with all other recreational vehicles, you will find that there is a size or age limit to operate a UTV for safety reasons. We outline them here, so you don't want to miss this. At What Age Is It Illegal to Operate a UTV? For this article, we will be referring to the Utah State courses and requirements. In Utah, if you are a child and are under the age of 8- you are prohibited from driving a UTV on public lands. There is no size requirement in Utah. In other states, the age range varies but is often...