Work and Utility

WORKDAY WARRIOR – WEEKEND WONDER: 2025 POLARIS 2-UP SPORTSMAN ATVS

Buckle up for adventure with your best bud, and forget the days of piggyback riding on the back of your ATV!  Polaris has ATVs built for two!  There’s no doubt that soon after the first ATV hit the trail a buddy or girlfriend was ready to tag along.  The problem was, with no seat, hand holds, or foot rests, carrying an extra passenger on a single seat ATV could be a hazardous task.  Polaris took ... Read more
Trail riding with the 2025 Polaris Sportsman 570 Touring ATV

2025 POLARIS RANGERS REVIEW, and XPEDITION BUILD – NO LIMITS

The 2025 Polaris Rangers come with upgrades to enhance comfort, handling, performance, and versatility
2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 UTV Northstar Edition crew cab crossing a stream

THE 2024 KAWASAKI RIDGE: WORKHORSE OR TRAIL TAMER? FIRST RIDE REVIEW

The all-new Kawasaki Ridge UTV boasts innovative features, luxurious comfort, and ample power, making it a versatile option for both work and play.  But the burning question remains: how does it actually perform on the trails?  A little time in the desert, and on the muddy, mountain trails of Hatfield-McCoy would be the perfect place to find out!  Now that’s how you put it to the test! POWER AND COMFORT COLLIDE:  THE 2024 KAWASAKI RIDGE ... Read more
2024-Kawasaki-Ridge-White at Hatfield McCoy trails

2024 KAWASAKI MULE PRO 1000 UTV: WORK LESS, DOMINATE MORE

Struggling to find a UTV that works as hard as you do?  Look no further than the 2024 KAWASAKI MULE PRO 1000. We’ve never been more confident recommending a machine – the Mule Pro is a champion in capability, durability, and versatility. And Kawasaki isn’t resting on its laurels. For 2024, they’ve upped the ante with three all-new Mule Pro models and a range of new trim packages, all designed to push the boundaries of ... Read more

CURT ROCKERBALL REVIEW – BEST TOOL FOR TOWING

Off-road adventures aren’t what they used to be.  Gone are the days of just throwing dirt bikes in a pickup for a weekend getaway.  Today, it’s all about families exploring nature together.  Side-by-sides, particularly those with four seats, are the perfect family vehicle for these adventures.  But with bigger vehicles comes the need for bigger trailers, and that’s where the Curt Rockerball comes in. THE TOW KINGS CURT MFG isn’t just a company that makes ... Read more

CFMOTO: A RISING POWER IN POWERSPORTS

The world of ATVs and side-by-sides is no longer dominated by just a few familiar brands. CFMoto, a rising power in the industry, is making significant strides with its impressive resources and skilled team behind them. FROM CONTRACT WORK to GLOBAL POWERHOUSE Founded in 1989, CFMoto has become a major player in the powersports industry. Like KYMCO and SYM, they began by manufacturing for established brands. But CFMoto took a distinct path, leveraging their expertise ... Read more

CONQUER SNOW! THE ULTIMATE ATV & UTV SNOW BLOWER REVIEW

Dreading another season of backbreaking shoveling? Ditch the drudgery and embrace the power of winter with an ATV or UTV snow blower! Perfect for clearing driveways, walkways, or even large parking lots, these bad boys are built to tackle whatever Mother Nature throws your way. Whether you’re a seasoned snow warrior or a newbie to the four-wheeled winter world, our ATV and UTV snow blower review will equip you with the knowledge to conquer the ... Read more

2024 POLARIS RANGER xD – SPORTSMAN – XPEDITION – FIRST REVIEWS

POLARIS is once again updating the broadest lineup in powersports with several new models.  The new models cover every segment, with a new POLARIS RANGER XD, SPORTSMAN ATVs, and the luxury trail cruiser, the XPEDITION. GREAT SPORTS – NEW SPORTSMAN ATVs Sportsman ATVs built the empire that the Polaris Off-Road division is today.  The Sportsman ATVs are comfortable and easy to ride, come with great features like independent suspension and plenty of storage, and can ... Read more

ALL-NEW 2024 YAMAHA ATVs and SIDE x SIDES

The defining trait of a great model is how well it does many different things.  The sign of a great brand is the same, and nobody passes Yamaha.   They continue to offer the broadest spectrum of ATVs and Side x Sides across all segments of the sport, and 2024 is a year of refinement, innovative new features, and new models, including one that is arguably the most important new model from any brand. THE BASICS ... Read more

2023 ARCTIC CAT PROWLER PRO UTV REVIEW: WORKHORSE REDEFINED

The Arctic Cat Prowler Pro can be a farm hand, workmate, or your best hunting buddy, all on the same day.  Designed as a hard-working UTV that can tow a round bale or push a mountain of snow, it’s also incredibly quiet and supremely capable of sneaking back to your deer stand.  From farmhand to hunting partner, the Arctic Cat Prowler Pro transforms seamlessly.  We recently put the Prowler Pro to the test in the ... Read more

WHAT THE CLUTCH?!?!?! Mother Clutcher replacement clutch 

Today’s ATVs, UTVs, and SxS’s have made huge advancements in performance, particularly in the area of horsepower.  We have more horsepower at our thumbs or toes than ever before, with 1000cc ATVs encroaching on 100hp and many SXS’s well beyond that.  Unfortunately, the reliability of CVT systems hasn’t necessarily kept up.  The answer is a Mother Clutcher replacement clutch. CVT BREAKDOWN Every time you touch the throttle, your CVT system is kicked into action.  With ... Read more

THE 2022 CAN-AM DEFENDERS – RIDE and REVIEW

We’ve never been disappointed by a Can-Am.  Whether it’s a top-of-the line Defender, Outlander ATV, or a sporty Maverick Side x Side, they’re the definition of off-road excellence.  Recently we were able to test the new 2022 Can-Am Defenders and Mavericks at Georgia’s Iron Mountain Resort. PLENTY OF DEFENDERS TO PICK FROM Can-Am’s Defender models broke new ground in a field that until then had been the domain of Deere’s Gator, Kubota, and the Polaris ... Read more

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