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Outdoor
The Four Best Mountain Biking Trails in Oregon
If you love taking jumps, climbing/descending hills and tackling diverse terrain, Oregon is the state for you for mountain biking. It’s the ninth largest in the country, with an average elevation o...
Motorcycle
The Different Types of Motorcycle Helmets
If you’re just getting started riding a motorcycle, the bevy of motorcycle gear and helmet options can be intimidating to choose from — especially because you’re relying on your choice to save your...
Off-Road
How to Bleed ATV Brakes
You never know when you might have to brake suddenly on the trail. Obstacles, floods and rivets demand precise timing and handling. Like most motor vehicles, ATVs have hydraulic brake systems that ...
Off-Road
Eight Essential ATV Maintenance Tips
Your next off-road adventure starts with servicing your all-terrain vehicle. ATVs need regular maintenance to tackle the outdoors, including rigid rock formations, mud-soaked trails and salt-swept ...
Outdoor
A Beginner's Guide to Downhill Mountain Bike Racing
Every second counts when you’re racing downhill. Riders often falsely assume that climbing hills is more challenging than descending. Gravity can work to your advantage, giving your legs a break on...
Off-Road
10 Essential ATV Safety Tips
Going off-road means taking on rugged, wet terrain and preparing for the unexpected. Nature can throw twists and turns your way, and learning to ride is about staying safe and knowing how to handle...
Off-Road
An Ultimate Guide to ATV Camping
If you want to do more with your ATV, you can spend the night in some of the country’s best national parks and campgrounds. ATV camping gives you the freedom to drive around the park so you can see...
Off-Road
ATV Tire Size Explained
ATV tires are known for their aggressive tread patterns and getting traction in dirt, mud, sand and snow. They’re designed to take a beating on the trail, but ATV tires generally last five years. T...
Outdoor
Bikepacking 101: Everything You Need to Know About Bike Camping
Bikepacking is a combination of biking and camping. It allows you to sleep under the stars in remote areas you can’t reach in a car, including vast state and national parks. You can travel farther ...
Off-Road
Six Tips and Tricks for ATV Sand Dune Riding
The name all-terrain vehicle says it all. ATVs can travel on all types of ground, including hard and soft sand, helping you scale dunes and beachside trails like a true explorer. However, all those...
Off-Road
The Ultimate Guide to Off Road Equipment
Off-roading brings thrill and adventure, allowing enthusiasts to explore rugged terrains and remote landscapes. Whether you're tackling rocky trails, traversing sandy dunes, or splashing through mu...
Outdoor
The Five Best Mountain Biking Trails in California
With its pristine lakes, towering peaks and diverse terrain, California packs in more nature than any other state. It’s home to 3,427 miles of coastline, mountains over 14,000 feet high and expansi...
Outdoor
The Three Best Mountain Biking Trails in Colorado
Colorado, a state that's not just growing in population but also in popularity among mountain bikers, offers a unique blend of adventure and convenience. Determined cyclists from all over the count...
Motorcycle
The Best Motorcycle Gear for Beginners
Evolution designed the human body to do some amazing things, but coming out of a motorcycle accident unscathed isn’t one of them. Even careful and skillful riders can fall or lose grip when they le...
Motorcycle
RISER Update: Ride, Connect, Amplify!
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Motorcycle
Fuel Your Future Journeys – Why Charging Your Cardo Is Important
Many of us can relate to the frustration of enjoying a long ride only to discover that our device has run out of battery—no more music, conversations with co-riders, or navigation guidance. People ...
Motorcycle
Planning a Motorcycle Road Trip Through Andalusia: An Ultimate Guide
Motorcycling through Andalusia is a bucket-list trip for any rider looking to test their skills, immerse themselves in Moorish history and culture or discover some of the most striking landscapes i...
Motorcycle
Parking a Motorcycle: 6 Mistakes to Avoid
Every rider knows the internal thoughts that come to mind when parking a motorcycle. In a world built for cars and trucks, there aren’t a lot of spaces and lots dedicated to motorcycles, leaving yo...
Motorcycle
How to Stay Warm on a Motorcycle: 7 Helpful Tips
Wearing the right gear and removable layers will help you stay warm on your motorcycle all season long, except when it dips below freezing — 32 degrees Fahrenheit — which is your sign to throw in t...
Outdoor
How to Train for Skiing
Skiing is excellent exercise, putting the body’s biggest muscles to the test. But expect to do a lot of huffing and puffing on the sidelines if you’re not used to being physically active for hours ...
Outdoor
How to Choose Your Snowboard Stance
Finding your stance as a snowboarder primarily comes down to trial and error. It all depends on your body type and unique preferences.
Where you place your feet on the board will determine how you...
Motorcycle
The Ultimate Pyrenees Motorcycle Tour Route Guide
Traveling through the Pyrenees on a motorcycle makes for a truly unforgettable ride. On this route, you’ll zigzag up and down through the mountains, twisting around bends to see sweeping vistas tha...
Outdoor
The Different Types of Skiing: An Ultimate Guide
There’s more than one way to have fun on a pair of skis. You’ve probably seen riders cruising by on the trail doing all kinds of tricks and stunts. Others keep away from the mountain altogether, pr...
Motorcycle
Naked Bike vs. Sport Bike: What's the Difference?
Walk into any motorcycle shop, and you’ll find a mix of naked and sport bikes. Most manufacturers offer naked versions of their top-selling models, giving you no shortage of options to consider. So...