Towing your UTV can be done quickly, easily and safely, but not without the right tools and know-how. Not everyone has a truck bed big enough to haul a UTV, so towing often becomes the only alternative. Unfortunately, many people don’t know how to best to do it. As a UTV owner (or hopeful owner), you may have seen dangerous towing practices on the highway, ranging from illegal trailers to UTVs that seemed to be magically hanging on by a thread. Bear in mind that if you need to suddenly change lanes while towing a UTV, the weight of the...
If UTV safety laws regarding children were being followed in East Texas, it would not be the hub of accidents involving children that it has become. In Nacogdoches, a 2015 public service announcement from the local Child Welfare Board and Child Fatality Review Team features a reminder on when, how and where children of varying ages should be allowed on UTVs. The message is unfortunately a way too familiar one for a number of families in this part of Texas. The commercial begins with children horsing around on a UTV without adult supervision. “Slow down, there’s a curve,” warns...
UTVs are a veritably indispensable tool when hunting, and the industry’s manufacturers offer a plethora of fantastic options. Whether riders are going on a weeks-long hunting journey or a quick Saturday shoot, using a UTV allows them to carry more gear and cover more ground while practicing their beloved sport. It is the ultimate recreational tool that can drastically improve your hunts. Choosing the right UTV for hunting is a personal decision. However, a few makes and models remain popular with hunting enthusiasts year after year. Consider this list foundational for narrowing down your search. Of course, one of the...
