Ask any privateer racer how difficult his job is, and you’ll get the same answer every time: Competing without high-level support is like rowing upstream without an oar. The cards are certainly stacked against the underdogs in our sport, but
Looking for the ultimate trailbike? If you’re of average height and weight, most of the bigger four-strokes can be too much to handle on technical trails and, to a lesser degree, the same can be said for the shrinking choices
It feels lighter, reacts more efficiently and delivers everything a 450 can in a smoother, more useful package. My second ride of the afternoon was the Husaberg 450.I felt right at home as soon as I threw my leg over
I’m a sucker for a cool little tool, and they don’t come much littler and more interesting than the Tube Snake from M.V. Enterprises, better known as www.mylittletool.com.Honestly, I don’t even need the Tube Snake. Changing a tire is pretty
As a contact lens wearer, I am obsessed with goggles. When I ride I don’t blink nearly enough, so any “wind” over my eyes will quickly dry my contacts and they’ll pop out. At the same time, poor venting will
I’ve always been fascinated with the Erzberg Rodeo. After all, how do you really explain punishing yourself past the point of collapse while simultaneously ruining a $6000-plus motorcycle? Thanks to Throttle Entertainment, the new Tougher Than Iron DVD brings fans
I suppose there aren’t many riders who have had a finger broken by roost on a motocross track. Alas, I can make that claim.I have friends who are totally tough (or lazy) and manly (or cheap), and they ride without
I’m always on the lookout for the perfect chest protector. I don’t like the feel of the classic “clamshell” over-the-jersey style, but I also never want to find myself injured wondering if I’d skimped on protection. I thought my only
While the 2009 Honda CRF450R still had that new-bike smell, we hit the track with every pipe that was readily available. So here are brief riding impressions with each unit. If you want more information go www.dirtrider.com for the whole
If I told you that you could be outfitted in a complete set of gear for $260, including a gear bag to carry it all, you’d think I was nuts. Well, I was pretty suspicious of gear that could be
Every once in a while I come across something and ask, “Why didn’t I think of that!?” Such is the case with the ZAC Speed RP-3 Exotec Protector pack system.Participating in the HYR 24 Hours of Glen Helen as part
You know those “They can take my guns when they pry them from my cold, dead hands” bumper stickers? I’m not actually ready to die for the KTM 450 XC, but they will have to pry my hands away from
