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Saturday, February 21, 2009

Universal UTV Street Legal Kit now available





Marysvale, Utah


February 18, 2009: Bulldogatv.com recently released a universal UTV/ATV Street Legal
kit to assist with modifying UTVs and ATVs to be compliant with street legal requirements in the newly passed Utah OHV Streel legal law SB181. The Street Legal kit includes the smallest and brightest LED turn signals on the market. This allows mounting on almost any surface of the ATV or UTV. "Space is limited on ATVs and UTVs. We'd looked at some of the turn signal kits available in other states and decided they were too bulky and just didn't look right on an ATV or UTV", said BulldogATV President Darin Bushman. The compact turn signal kit is designed to install easily on virtually any ATV or UTV and provides dash mounted indicator lights, four compact LED turn signal lights, a flasher module and a choice of dash mounted rubber boot covered switch for weather resistance or steering column mounted turn signal switches. "On the UTVs we have the option of an automobile style steering column mounted signal switch and combined horn button", commented Bushman.

The kit also includes an automotive style horn designed to be much louder than standard OEM horns and includes a rubber covered weather resistant panel mounted horn button when the steering column mounted switch is not used. The panel mounted horn button can be used on either ATV or UTVs. Utah requires a lighted license plate so Bulldog ATV included LED lights and a universal license plate mounting system.

The kit includes all necessary wiring, fuses and quick connectors that limit the need for stripping wires and makes installation quick and easy. Detailed color coded instructions are included. In addition the law requires rear view mirrors that are not included in the kit but are also available from Bulldog ATV.

The Street Legal Kit provides all of the electrical and lighting requirements of the Utah Street legal OHV law making it easier for you to get legal. The kit has successfully passed inspection by multiple safety inspection technicians and has proven it fits the requirements. The kit is available at www.bulldogatv.com, www.xxxoffroad.com and many motor sports dealers throughout Utah.

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Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Power Tank Keeps You Roll'n with the Heavy Duty Tire Repair Kit

Lodi, CA (February, 16 2009) - Power Tank introduces the Heavy Duty Tire Repair Kit, giving you all of the right tools for emergency trailside or roadside tire repair. Whether you drive a truck, tow rig, Jeep®, off-road car, work truck, or UTV, this kit is a "must have!"
The Power Tank Heavy Duty Tire Repair Kit allows you to fix five major tire problems including:
1. Puncture wound by a Nail or Other Sharp Object
2. Side Wall Cut from Tire Pinch or Jagged Rock/Root
3. Tread area cut by glass, sharp rock or metal
4. Broken Valve Stem5. Leaking Valve Core

Power Tank is the only company to offer a high quality, complete tire repair kit that has been tested by automotive industry professionals at an affordable price with a lifetime warranty!

The Kit Includes:–
30 Premium Plugs–
Hardened Steel Tools w/ Aluminum Handles–
Needle Nose Pliers–
24" Stainless Steel Sewing Wire–
4-Way Valve Tool–
2 Valve Stems w/ Cores–
Lube–
Large Patch w/ Glue–
Knife–
Tough Plastic Case

Don't let a 5 minute fix keep you stranded for hours; for more information about the Power Tank Heavy Duty Tire Repair Kit, please visit www.powertank.com (Keyword: KIT-8132) or call (209) 334-0898.

About Power Tank
Since 1997 Power Tank continues to be the leader in high performance air systems for off-road, track, and commercial use. Power Tank leads the way in smart product design, product performance, guaranteed reliability, and customer service. For more information please visit our website at www.powertank.com . (209) 334-0898

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NORRS Announces TV Partner

San Diego, CA (February 17, 2009) NORRS, National Off Road Racing Series is proud to announce that it has worked with CBS to bring its racing series to TV in High Definition.
"We are delighted to bring the exciting short course off road racing to CBS Sports. Being able to broadcast the series in HD will allow the most detail. Also we will be able to feature not just the Pro Classes but also have other classes on the program such as Buggy and UTV, as well as Sportsman Highlights. We are building a partnership with CBS Sports recognizing the experience that CBS brings to the table as well as the excellent talent behind the scenes." said Wesley Carr, COO of NORRS.
This package is designed to be airing nationwide on the CBS network, thus reaching the most viewers.
VSS Entertainment will handle the production of the series using over 8 HD cameras to capture the excitement both stationary and mobile.

About NORRS: The series will be primarily held in San Diego, CA due to its mild weather and relatively easy travel time from anywhere in Southern California. NORRS brings exciting short course off road racing for drivers of all types and ages. From Children to Sportsman to Professional Drivers behind the wheel of 800hp trucks flying over 150 feet.

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Friday, February 13, 2009

New Cage and Bumpers for the Polaris RZR 170 From Rigid Industries

Polaris RZR 170 Bumper
Polaris RZR 170 Bumper

Polaris RZR 170 Roll CageRigid Industries has introduced new front and rear bumpers and roll cage for the Polaris RZR 170.
The RZR 170 is designed for youth riders 12 and up. The youth RANGER RZR 170 has a four-stroke, air-cooled, 169cc engine with electric start and an automatic transmission. Styled similar to its adult counterpart, the side-by-side has a sporty, aggressive look and holds a driver and passenger for double the fun.

Rigid Industries
4245 E. Palm St.
Mesa, AZ. 85215
Phone: 480.655.0100

Rigid Industries can be found on the net at: www.rigidindustries.com
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ORBA urges the house of representatives to oppose S. 22

The Off-Road Business Association (ORBA) urges the house of representatives to oppose s. 22, an omnibus bill that will make off-highway vehicle (OHV) use illegal on over 2 million acres of public land

BAKERSFIELD, CA (February 10, 2009) S. 22, an omnibus public lands bill approved by the Senate January 15, 2009 has now moved to the House of Representatives. This bill would designate over 2 million acres of public lands as wilderness, the most restrictive land use designation available. All forms of motorized and mechanized recreation are prohibited in wilderness areas. In a time when our economy is seeing a dramatic slow down it makes no sense to eliminate one of the few income makers in some of the rural communities effected by this bill, OHV recreation.

We recognize the need for wilderness in the appropriate areas and with the proper local input so that trails and areas of high recreation value are cherry stemmed or excluded totally from this type of designation. It is not good public policy for congress to push a 1200 page piece of legislation through without giving people the proper time to digest and understand it, as they are attempting to do with this bill.

A recent addition to this bill is the codification of the National Landscape Conservation System (NLCS). The NLCS would, in our opinion, create an additional and undue level of bureaucracy for the national system of public lands.

ORBA urges its members and anyone who enjoys motorized recreation on public lands to contact their representative and ask them to oppose S.22. If you are not sure who your U.S. Representative is go to the following link to find out. https://writerep.house.gov/writerep/welcome.shtml


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ORBA is a national trade association composed of off-road related businesses united to promote common goals that support the prosperity and growth of the off-road industry. ORBA can be found on the internet at http://www.orba.biz/.

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Rath Racing Sway Bar Kits for the Polaris RZR


Hutchinson MN (Feb. 9, 2009) – They’re here… Rath Racing Sway Bar Kits for the Polaris RZR

Rath Racing has long been the Industry leader in Sway Bar engineering, with a proven performance record that has been taking home championships for decades. The Rath Sway Bar is preferred and used by more racers than all other brands combined.

Introducing front and rear Sway Bar Kits with all the quality features you’d expect from company with the latest technology and unmatched experience in sway bar manufacturing. These kits will give you immediate handling advantages by controlling body roll with the use of carbon fiber torsion bars. Torsion bar technology is used in many applications to control body roll without sacrificing suspension travel. A carbon fiber torsion bar is a huge advantage over a solid steel bar due to the fact we can incorporate the right amount of flex for the best application. The Rath Sway Bar also gives you the added tuning capabilities of adjusting the leverage applied to the torsion bar with ease of moving the adjusting rods based on rider weight, conditions and how aggressive the driver is. Wide a-arms are known to improve the stability but you still have to control body roll and corner stability. Dune riders will also benefit because these sway bars will make the RZR so much more controllable at all speeds and any terrain encountered.

Kits are completely bolt on and are sold complete-

Rear Kits include: Carbon torsion bar, billet brackets with Delron bushings, alum adjustment arms.

Front Kits include: Billet clamps, sway bar brackets, sway bar tube, Carbon torsion bar, alum adjustment arms, sway bars links, bolt kit with spacers.

www.rathracing.com
1459 Adams St SE
Hutchinson, MN 55350
(320) 234-7223


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Tuesday, February 10, 2009

HiPer Announces New CF1R Wheels

HiPer CF1R Wheels

New Wheels Available in Red, Blue, and Custom Colors

LAWRENCE, Kan, February 9, 2009 – For 2009, HiPer is introducing a new line of CF1 wheels which will be offered in colors for the first time ever. The new CF1R wheel features the same great performance as the standard CF1, but with added style and strength.

The new CF1R retains the features of the standard CF1, but with 25% more strength. The result is a brightly colored center section designed to match your ATV. Initially offered in Red and Blue, optional custom colors are available on a special order basis. All beadlock CF1R’s will be offered only with matching beadrings.

The CF1 has been a rider favorite since its introduction in 2007. It has become the choice of the Bomb Squad Freestyle Team, as well as proven itself on the front of Bill Ballance’s factory Yamaha GNCC championship bike. The new CF1R can be seen at the Indy Dealer Expo February 13-15, 2009 on the bikes of Bill Ballance.

The CF1R is available now in 8 and 9 inch rears and 10 inch front sizes, in both non beadlock and single beadlock versions. The 10 inch rear will be available in March. Contact HiPer at 877-GO-HIPER (877-464-4737) to place your order today.

HiPer Technology, Inc is a Kansas based company specializing in carbon fiber products utilizing a proprietary injection molding process. HiPer is the industry leader in ATV and Micro Sprint car wheels. HiPer Technology has grown to be a technology leader in materials, design, and product function since its founding in 2000.

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Sunday, February 8, 2009

Prowler 1000 XTZ Roll Cage Bungs now available from UTV Crap

UTV Crap now has roll cage bungs available for the Arctic Cat Prowler 1000 XTZ that convert from rectangular tubing to 1.75" round tube.

The cage ends sell for $160.00 a set.

About UTV Crap:
UTV Crap sells, manufactures and installs: parts, accessories and suspension kits for all major UTVs. UTV Crap is located in Phoenix, AZ can can be reached online at www.utvcrap.com or by calling 623.934.3070.

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Mark Holz Dominates UTV Class 1 at 2009 WORCS Opener

Holz Racing Polaris RZR at WORCS 2009 race
Holz Racing Polaris RZR at WORCS 2009 race Holz Kicks Off World Off-Road Championship Racing Season With Victory in UTV Class 1

Lynden, WA (January 28, 2009) With the off-season quickly becoming a distant memory, Factory Holz Racing team riders launched the 2009 World Off-Road Championship Series (WORCS) right where they left off… atop the podium. Holz Racing Factory Team Manager and owner Mark Holz rocked the competition in UTV Class 1 aboard his Polaris RZR.
Perhaps the most dominating win of the weekend came in UTV Class 1 where Holz kingpin Mark Holz proved the worth of top quality Holz Racing products with a dominating win on his Holz Racing, Kroyer Engines, Maxxis Polaris RZR. Mark bested his next closest competitor by nearly three minutes.
“It was a great way to start the season,” said Mark Holz, owner of Holz Racing Products. “We’ve been working real hard back at the shop to develop some of the best chassis and suspension pieces available for the RZR and our victories here this weekend is testament to not only the performance of our products but also their quality.”
Holz Racing Products located in Lynden, Washington, is regarded as the best suspension and chassis performance shop for Polaris RZR UTVs in North America. Holz also designs and manufacturers performance components for most sport ATVs as well as Polaris, Ski-doo and Arctic Cat snowmobiles.
The World Off-Road Championship Series is one of the premiere off-road racing series in North America. Last year more than 11,000 racers competed in WORCS at some of the most grueling and challenging tracks and courses anywhere. The next race for Holz Racing and WORCS series is February 27 – March 1 in Adelanto, California.

About Holz Racing Products:
For the past 10 years, Holz Racing Products has engineered and extreme tested the finest quality, most effective performance parts available for UTV, ATV and snowmobile applications. Manufactured in the USA and race tested around the world, HRP leads the field in Polaris RZR accessories and performance products. For more information visit their website at http://www.holzracingproducts.com/ or call 360-398-7006

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Saturday, February 7, 2009

2009 M4SX SXS Stadium Series

M4SX SXS Stadium Series The M4SX SXS Stadium Series kicks off in Perris, CA on February 21’st and we have some new information to pass along about some of the things we are doing to expand & provide a stable series. We have continued to grow over the past 2 years from the dirt at local motocross tracks to finally a full fledged stadium series.
With an awesome location next to Lake Perris , we welcome the racers’ families, friends & sponsors to enjoy a weekend next to the Lake, where you can enjoy camping, boating, bbq’ing & more. WIth other entertainment on site next to The Perris Auto Speedway, such as: Go Karting & a Skatepark , there is something for everyone to enjoy besides the great off-road race action.
In this sluggish economy we have made many changes to keep our series as affordable as possible for the racers and giving the drivers the most value for their dollar. Some of these changes include increasing the amount of on track race time as well as stepping up to the plate & continuing to offer the SXS Pro Class a 50% payback & offering a 100% payback for all Buggy & Truck Classes. With a track that will see several layout changes throughout the series, there will always be good times to have at The SXS Stadium Series at Perris Auto Speedway.

MISC INFO//
-Friday Practice for all vehicles $100 (pit passes purchased on Friday for practice will be good for Saturday’s race as well)
-Pit Pass $25 (5 & under free)
-General Admission $15 (kids 6-12 $10 & 5 & under free)
-On Site Camping FREE

NEW CLASS/ENTRY FEE INFO//
-Stadium Kart JR Stock – $125 (age 7-11)
-Stadium Kart JR 1 – $125 (age 8-11)
-Stadium Kart JR 2 – $125 (age 12-15)
-STadium Kart Mod – $125 (age 10-16)
-SXS Amateur – $125
-SXS Pro – $175 (50% payback)
-Stadium Buggy Single – $200 (100% payback)
-Stadium Buggy Pro – $200 (100% payback)
-Stadium Trucks – $250 (100% payback)
-Prerunners – $250 (100% payback)

NEW RACE FORMAT//

QUALIFYING:Each class will have an eight (8) lap qualifying session. The field of cars will be sorted from the fastest lap of each participant.

HEAT RACE:The number of Heat Races will be determined by the Race Director based on total car count of each class. In any event, each heat race will be inverted six places. For example, if you are the fastest qualifier you will start in the first heat race third row outside. The top 10 places in the heat race or heat races will be in the inversion for the Main Event. The Heat Races will be eight (8) laps.

MAIN EVENT:The inversion for the Main Events will be determined by a blind draw after all the Heat Races have been completed. The inversion will be either 2,4,6,8 or 10 places. For example, if you finished first in the first heat race and the number 8 is pulled for the inversion you will start fourth row outside. There will be a competition yellow at the half way point of the race. Laps run under yellow will count as laps completed. The laps for the Main Events will be as follows:
-Stadium Kart JR Stock – 10 Laps (Modified Course)
-Stadium Kart JR 1 – 12 Laps (Modified Course)
-Stadium Kart JR 2 – 12 Laps (Modified Course)
-Stadium Kart Mod – 12 Laps
-SXS Amateur – 12 Laps
-SXS Pro – 18 Laps
-Stadium Single – 20 Laps
-Stadium Pro – 20 Laps
-Stadium Trucks – 20 Laps
-Prerunners – 20 Laps

***MORE DETAILS TO COME SOON INCLUDING BRAND NEW PARTNERS JUST ON BOARD - STAY TUNED & CHECK OUT M4SX.COM FOR MORE INFO***


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The National Off Road Racing Series (NORRS)

The National Off Road Racing Series (NORRS) is proud to announce it will be holding its short course racing series in Southern California. With seven race weekends scheduled for 2009 and 15 races ending in a world class championship, the NORRS series will be the premiere short course off road racing experience.
“We are happy to be able to provide affordable racing for both race teams and spectators for our upcoming season that will be a great experience for all, said COO Wessly Carr. This series will provide the side by side racing action that fans of short course racing want to see and also provide a professional racing experience for teams across the US. Being backed by a non-biased entertainment company allows us to invite racers across the United States and into Mexico for exciting racing action. For the fans it will be affordable even in this economy so that the average family can enjoy a full day of entertainment and racing.”
The series will be primarily held in San Diego, California, due to its mild weather and relatively easy travel time from anywhere in Southern California. NORRS is currently developing a track that features a 1200-foot straight, banked turns, whoops, S-turns and other great features. Located at the north end of San Diego it will be conveniently accessible for Southern California fans and drivers.

The 2009 NORRS Schedule is as follows:
· May 16-17 - San Diego
· July 11-12 - San Diego
· Aug 29-30 - San Diego
· Sept 19-20 - TBA
· Oct. 10-11 - San Diego
· Nov 21-22 - TBA
· Dec 12-13 Series Championship - San Diego

The NORRS class lineup and entry fee schedule per weekend is as follows:
· 2 and 4 Expert Truck Modified - $900.00
· Expert Lite Truck Modified - $700.00
· Expert Buggy Modified - $800.00
· Expert Buggy Stock - $800.00
· Sportsman Buggy Modified - $600.00
· Sportsman Buggy Stock - $600.00
· Sportsman Truck Open - $400.00
· Sportsman Truck Limited - $400.00
· Sportsman Truck Lite - $400.00
· UTV Expert - $450.00
· UTV Sportsman - $400.00
· KART Rookie - $150.00
· KART Stock - $150.00
· KART Modified - $150.00

Payouts are some of the highest on the West Coast, at two to four times the weekend entry fee. NORRS will make sure that racing is affordable to drivers as well as being affordable to fans including the family. Why race this series. because the payouts will be better than anything last year and the cost of registration will be lower than anything last year of the same level. Fans will be able to attend the races without costing an arm and a leg. Most of all the organization, as a whole, is flexible and non biased. We will listen to the drivers, because without them we have no race series!
NORRS brings exciting short course off road racing for drivers of all types and ages. From children, to Sportsmen, to Professional drivers behind the wheel of 800 horsepower trucks flying over 150 feet.
For more information, check out the NORRS website at http://www.norrs.com

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Thursday, February 5, 2009

Shim Exchange Program from Alba Action Sports

New Shim Exchange Program offers an easy and cheap way to get replacement shims

Poway, CA (February 3, 2009) –Alba Action Sports introduces a program which they are calling “Shim Exchange” for people who do their own valve adjustments. Up until now in order to adjust the valves on your vehicle you either had to take it to your dealer or buy a $90 + dollar shim kit comprised of way more shims than you need. Thanks to Alba this is no longer necessary.

Simply measure your valve clearances, decide which shims you will need, and order them from Alba. Return your old shims. The total cost to you is $12.00. All the info
is on their website at www.albaaction.com.

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Alba Action is a multi-line dealer located at 12160 Community Road, Poway, CA.
800-487-3236

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Gotcha Covered Launching new line of UTV Enclosures


February 5th, 2009 – Paris, Kentucky

Gotcha Covered, LLC is launching a new line of aftermarket Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) Enclosures in February at their state-of-the-art facility located in the heart of Central Kentucky. Gotcha Covered will manufacture premium enclosures for leading Utility Terrain Vehicles and market the product line under their Bushwacker Enclosures brand name. Initially, Gotcha Covered will employ six associates but plans to employ up to twenty associates within twelve months to support planned production levels.

The Bushwacker brand will support John Deere, Kawasaki, Kubota, Yamaha, Polaris, American Sportworks, Husquarna and other leading UTV OEM Dealers by providing the best aftermarket enclosure accessories available. In conjunction with this new product line Gotcha Covered will also be launching a professional website in late February to ensure timely communication of product information to on-line customers and OEM dealers - www.BushwackerEnclosures.com

Bushwacker seeks to be the leading UTV aftermarket Enclosure provider in North America by offering more New and Innovative Designs. Leading designs will include zip-out vinyl windows with inside / outside dual slide zippers, heavy duty marine fabric in a variety of colors including camouflage as well as tinted and clear Lexan fixed winshields to round out the product offering.

Products will be offered in full cab enclosure, door and rear window and top cover configurations to meet the various demands of UTV owners everywhere.

“Initially we will be focusing on supporting regional OEM dealer accounts and direct customer sales through our new website”, said Dave Huff, Chief Business Development Officer. “There are many recreational and business use UTV owners in North America so we will quickly move to expand our presence nationally in the US as well as in Canada”.


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VISIONX’S NEW SOLSTICE SOLO s1100

Vision X Solstice Solo S1100
Vision X Solstice Solo S1100
Algona, WA– (2/1/2009) Vision X introduces the all new Solo s1100 in the Solstice Series of LED off road lamps. Equipped with Vision’s brand new 10 watt LED technology, with each 10 watt Solo producing 800 lumens making them the brightest LED off road lamp on the market in only a 2” x 2” square housing. Not only are they the brightest, they are the most efficient with the s1100 drawing only 0.75 amps due to their advanced electronic drivers which are also responsible for their 50,000 hour life span and variable 9-60 Volt DC input. The Solstice Solo’s main feature is the 4 sided channel design that allows you to interlink it on all four sides with another Solstice Solo pod or other various available mounting hardware for flat, tube or even helmet mount making it the only modular light with the ability to make any shape or length with the available spot, euro and flood beam patterns mixed throughout your custom configuration. No power on your ride, no worries; Vision X will also be releasing a line of rechargeable battery packs for any configuration of your Solstice Solo light pods.

Other key features are as follows; rugged die-cast aluminum housing provides optimum durability and heat dissipation. The Solstice Solo series features an IP68 ingress protection rated housing making them impenetrable to dust and submersible under water up to 3 meters. The unbreakable polycarbonate lenses are housed by a 6061 aluminum face plate which doubles as a radiant heat sink to melt away snow and ice in frigid conditions. The Solstice Solo series has been subjected to a 14Grms vibration test to ensure their performance in high impact conditions. Built to last, this Vision X series features a lifetime warranty.

Whether in an underground mine, the North slope of Alaska, Racing the Baja 1000 or even in Space; Vision X products have been chosen as an industry leader. The Solstice series is another example of why Vision X continues to leave the competition in the dust. Vision X plans to continue the Solstice series with many new products utilizing their new 10 watt LED technology, currently being engineered. Please visit our website for new product updates at http://www.visionxusa.com.

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Vision Motor Sports was established in 1997. Located in Seattle Washington Vision has become one of the leading manufacturers of 12 volt lighting in the World. Vision X is known in many markets to be the premier lighting choice. You will find Vision lighting on Boat Towers, Off Road Vehicles, Emergency vehicles, Military Vehicles, Public Transportation Vehicles, Heavy Equipment, commercial vehicles, computer industry, commercial lighting, even underwater in Scuba diving lights all over the World.

For more on Vision X visit their website at: www.visionxusa.com

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Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Polaris Announces 2009 Race Teams and Contingency

Polaris to have representation in GNCC, WORCS, AMA ATV Motocross, ITP QuadCross, Best in the Desert, SCORE and Mud Bogging

Minneapolis, February 4, 2009 –Polaris will hit the racing circuit full bore this year competing in the Grand National Cross Country series (GNCC), World Off Road Championship series (WORCS), AMA ATV Motocross (AMA), ITP QuadCross, Best in the Desert (BITD), SCORE International and Mud racing. Polaris also will continue to offer their race contingency program.

“We are committed to ATV and Side-by-Side racing,” said Eric Nault, Product/Race manager for Polaris’s ORV division. “With the introduction of the Sportsman XP, RANGER RZR S, and Outlaw 450 MXR for 2009, we feel we have a fierce line up of vehicles to capture titles in the various circuits.”

GNCC/AMA ATV Motocross Championship
Rath Racing is on board for 2009 to race the Sportsman 850 XP EPS in GNCC and the Outlaw 450 MXR in AMA ATV National Motocross Championship. Daryl Rath, Cody Anderson and Frank Batista will tackle the “4x4 Open” classes with the Sportsman 850 XP EPS, and Daryl Rath also will race the RANGER RZR in the Side-by-Side classes. Rath Racing was the first race team to hit the podium with a factory-backed Sportsman in GNCC series in 2008. In 2009, they will be competing for the championship with the 99-percent new, 2009 Sportsman 850XP EPS. Rath Racers Landon Hurst (Pro-Am Class) and Mitch Reynolds (Pro Class) will race the Outlaw 450 MXR in AMA ATV National Motocross Championship.

Announced last fall, Polaris also is supporting the Yokley Racing/National Guard race team. Multi-time Pro and Pro Production GNCC Winner, William Yokley started racing the Polaris RANGER RZR during the 2008 GNCC season and took the Side-by-Side title. For 2009, Yokley will race the new Outlaw 450 MXR in the Pro Class and continue to race the RANGER RZR. Yokley’s teammate, Mark Notman, will race the Outlaw 450 MXR in the Pro-Am Class.

John Gallagher Sr. is back on board the Outlaw 450 in GNCC. Gallagher Sr. has owned the Super Senior class all three years he’s raced it on an Outlaw and looks to add another class first in 2009.

WORCS/ITP QuadCross
ATV racing legend, Doug Eichner, will continue to race the Outlaw 450 MXR and RANGER RZR S for the 2009 WORCS season. Eichner took the WORCS Side-by-Side title and finished fifth on his Outlaw 525S in the 2008. He looks to defend his Side-by-Side title and finish on top of the ATV Pro Class for 2009, now that his Outlaw 450 MXR is completely dialed in. Eichner also took the ITP Pro Open Championship in 2008 and will be racing the 450MXR in select ITP QuadCross series events.

Best in the Desert
Jagged X and the No. 1919 RANGER RZR look for their third Best in the Desert Championship in 2009. The team has a current win streak of six consecutive races, including the 2009 series opener, and Brandon Schueler and new team member Chad Riccio, look to continue their winning ways.

SCORE
Mark Lindsay and his RANGER RZR captured the “UTV Sportsman” championship in 2008 and are back racing Baja in 2009! Lindsay not only won the championship in 2008, but made history in SCORE racing by being the first Side-by-Side to finish the Baja 500. Lindsay went on to finish third in the Baja 1,000.

Mud Racing
Team Highlifter-Polaris Racing is back in the bogs for 2009 after a very successful 2008. The team will be racing Sportsman, Sportsman XPs, RANGER XPs and RANGER RZRs. The racers are as follows:

Sportsman 850 XP: Adam Shumaker, Alicia Gorman, Blake Mann, Brian Robertson, JW Otwell, Maggie Robertson and Trey Thomas
Sportsman 550 XP: Josh Gorman, JW Otwell and Maggie Robertson.
Sportsman 800: Scott Smith, Maggie Donald
Sportsman 400: Alicia Gorman, Renee Thomas
RANGER XP: Scott Smith, Brian Robertson
RANGER RZR S: Josh Gorman, Trey Thomas, Maggie Robertson

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