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Grub Hub makes camping easier
Mon, 12/31/2012 - 09:05Grub Hub Camp Kitchen helps reduce waste to make camping much easier and more sustainable.
Leeds, Utah (Dec 20, 2012) - For many people base camping is a tradition that makes it possible to enjoy hiking, mountain biking, climbing, rafting, photography, fishing, hunting, surfing, and other outdoor activities, often taking place miles from home. Base camping also allows exploration and enjoyment of new places with the limited recreation time we have available.
"Unfortunately 'car camping' or 'base camping' is often associated with high impacts to the environment," claims GrubHubUSA company president Joe Baughman. "Just like at home, most activities within camp center around the kitchen. Without an easy and efficient method of organizing, cooking and preparing food outdoors, excessive waste and negative impacts to the environment are much more likely. When campers negatively impact an area the result is more regulation, higher costs and less freedom."
Categories: Legislation
American Honda Expands Recall of FourTrax ATVs Due to Crash Hazard
Sat, 12/29/2012 - 18:55
December 26, 2012
Alert #13-713
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV)
Units: About 19,500 (about 2,900 were recalled in February 2012)
Distributor: American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
Hazard: A weld on the ATV’s front right and left upper suspension arms can separate, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: Honda is aware of 10 incidents of suspension arm weld failures, including one in which a rider suffered a sprained wrist.
Description: The recalled vehicles are two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive 2012 Honda FourTrax Rancher ATV TRX420 FA, FE, FM, FPA, FPE, FPM, TE and TM models. The ATVs are red, green or camouflage and have the word "Honda" and the Honda wing logo on both sides of the fuel tank. The word “Rancher” is on the front cowl below the handlebars and on the left rear fender. Rancher models in the following Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ranges are being recalled:
ModelVIN Ranges TRX420FA 1HFTE370*C4300541 thru C4301380 TRX420FA Camo 1HFTE374*C4300121 thru C4300240 TRX420FE 1HFTE354*C4501741 thru C4504380 TRX420FE Camo 1HFTE357*C4500301 thru C4500720 TRX420FM 1HFTE350*C4502342 thru C4506061 TRX420FM Camo 1HFTE359*C4500317 thru C4500840 TRX420FPA 1HFTE372*C4300482 thru C4302461 TRX420FPA Camo 1HFTE375*C4300061 thru C4300420 TRX420FPE 1HFTE35K*C4501202 thru C4502881 TRX420FPE Camo 1HFTE35M*C4500241 thru C4500360 TRX420FPM 1HFTE35F*C4501441 thru C4502760 TRX420FPM Camo 1HFTE35H*C4500301 thru C4500420 TRX420TE 1HFTE344* C4500841 thru C4504020 TRX420TM 1HFTE340* C4500542 thru C4503001*Denotes a random alphanumeric identifier: "0-9" or "X"
The model number is visible on the right front frame down pipe above the driver’s right-hand side front wheel. The VIN is located on the top center front of the frame and is visible looking down between the bars of the gear rack and through the middle opening of the front fairing.
Sold at: Honda ATV dealers nationwide from September 2011 to November 2012 for between $5,100 and $7,600.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these ATVs and contact their Honda ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. American Honda is contacting its customers directly.
Consumer Contact: American Honda; toll-free at (866) 784-1870, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at http://powersports.honda.com and click on “Product Recall Information” at the bottom of the page for more information.
Honda FourTrax Rancher TRX420TE
Honda FourTrax Rancher TRX420TM
Honda FourTrax Rancher TRX420TM
Location of model number and VIN
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about your experience with the product on SaferProducts.gov
CPSC is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of the thousands of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product incidents cost the nation more than $900 billion annually. CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazard. CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters, and household chemicals - contributed to a decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 30 years.
Under federal law, it is illegal to attempt to sell or resell this or any other recalled product.
Categories: Legislation
2009-2013 Dodge Ram 1500 2wd/4wd Truck 1.5" Body Lift
Wed, 12/26/2012 - 10:03Quick Specs:
Fits: 2009-2013 Dodge 1500
Kit: 1.5" Body Lift
Part: #D9150
Base Price: $139.95
Skill Level: 2 of 5
Installation Time: 3-5 hrs
Max Tire size: 35 x 12.50
Wheels: 17x9, 18x9, 20x9
Backspacing: (17) 4.5-4.75", (18) 4.5-5", (20) 4.5-5"
Coldwater, MI—December 20, 2012—Zone Offroad Products now offers a 1.5" body lift option for 2009-2013 Ram 1500 2wd/4wd trucks. Whether you're looking for a mild, easy to install lift kit, or an extra boost to clear larger tires with your current suspension lift, the Zone 1.5" body lift is right for you.
This installer friendly body lift comes complete with everything needed for a clean installation in 3-5 hours. Heavy-duty front and rear bumpers relocation brackets are included to match the factory body lines and maintain a factory look.
High-strength grade 10.9 body bolts are provided for all body/bed mounts along with Zone Offroad's Crush-Proof body blocks. Ground strap extension and bed support spacers are included along with all the necessary hardware to safely lift your truck 1.5 inches.
Categories: Legislation
Loften Wins Henderson 250
Thu, 12/06/2012 - 08:42Fort Mill, SC – December 6, 2012. For some, the Henderson 250 was a race to the Best In The Desert (BITD) championship. For others, it was an opportunity to finish the 2012 BITD season with a bang. And that’s just what NASCAR standout Justin Lofton did. For the second year in a row, Lofton captured the Class 1500 win.
“It was an awesome weekend for all of us on the Lofton Racing Team,” said Lofton. “We were bummed that we missed the pole by two-tenths of a second. And I know exactly where that’s at, so it’s the most annoying thing in the world.
“We took the pre-runner out in the Sportsman’s Class and were able to get a quick peek at the track to make sure there were no holes out there.” Lofton continued, “So when we got into the 1500 buggy, it was comforting to know what to expect. Overall it was a great race.”
Categories: Legislation
Comments sought for Ashton/Island Park trails project.Freemont County, Idaho OHV project
Tue, 11/27/2012 - 14:58The Ashton/Island Park Ranger District is interested in hearing any comments, concerns, ideas, or issues you may have regarding their Island Park Off Highway Vehicle Trails project/proposal.
The purpose of this proposal is to revise management of areas open to cross-country OHV travel and designate OHV trails that connect to the Forest Transportation System. This action is needed to provide a safe and sustainable travel system that reduce resource impacts, improve public safety, improve access, and improve the ability to enforce travel restrictions.
This proposal will:
1. Designate approximately 33 miles of trail. Of the proposed 33 miles of trail:
• Approximately 11 miles of National Forest System Roads currently closed to public motor vehicle use will convert to National Forest System Trails.
• Approximately 19 miles of user-created routes will convert to National Forest System Trails which will require reconstruction.
• Approximately 3 miles of trail will require new construction.
Categories: Legislation
ODYSSEY® Battery Search App Now Available for Android® and Apple® Mobile Devices
Tue, 11/27/2012 - 14:09Quickly finds the right battery models for vehicles
READING, Pa. (Nov. 27, 2012) – EnerSys®, manufacturer of the ODYSSEY® battery, introduced the ODYSSEY® Battery Search App, a free download for Android® and Apple® mobile devices. It enables quick identification of the correct ODYSSEY® battery model for many different vehicles, and also helps to locate the nearest dealer or to make a purchase from the ODYSSEY® Battery online store.
“The ODYSSEY® Battery Search App is a great tool for anyone looking to find and purchase the best battery for a vehicle,” said Dave McMullen, director of commercial marketing for specialty and UPS markets at EnerSys®. “Not only does the app find the battery you need, but it also makes it easy to buy the ODYSSEY® battery online or find a local dealer that has ODYSSEY® batteries in stock.”
The ODYSSEY® Battery Search App identifies the appropriate battery model for the year, make, model and engine type of the vehicle specified. It also enables the user to purchase the recommended battery through the ODYSSEY® Battery online store, or to locate nearby dealers that carry the battery with the Dealer Locator. Additionally, the results may include any special installation notes for the battery.
The Dealer Locator lists nearby retailers and their e-mail addresses, website URLs, phone numbers, distance and location.
For more information about the ODYSSEY® Battery Search App, visit www.ODYSSEYbattery.com.
ABOUT ENERSYS®
EnerSys®, the world leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, manufactures, distributes and services reserve power, motive power and starting, lighting and ignition (SLI) batteries, chargers, power equipment, and battery accessories to customers worldwide. SLI batteries are used for trucks and buses, passenger cars, boats, personal watercraft, ATVs, motorcycles and garden tractors. The company also provides aftermarket and customer support services to its customers from more than 100 countries through its sales and manufacturing locations around the world. For more information about EnerSys® and its ODYSSEY®batteries, visit www.enersys.com or www.ODYSSEYbattery.com.
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Categories: Legislation
4th Annual Collector Car Appreciation Day to Be Celebrated July 12, 2013
Tue, 11/27/2012 - 14:00The SEMA Action Network (SAN) announced that the next Collector Car Appreciation Day will be celebrated on July 12, 2013. The date marks the fourth consecutive commemoration in what has become an annual event to raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. The SAN will once again seek a congressional resolution to recognize the day’s significance.
Categories: Legislation
2012.02 Version Neweast Black For Autocom CDP Pro Plus CARs+TRUCKs+Generic 3 in 1
Tue, 11/27/2012 - 01:312012.02 Version Neweast Black For Autocom CDP Pro Plus CARs+TRUCKs+Generic 3 in 1 is a kind of Car Diagnostic Scanner. Now follow me to learn more about this product. Now Price: $149.99
Description of Autocom CDP Pro+:
Autocom CDP Pro+ is a quick and reliable diagnostic tool serving as a link between vehicle and computer. It works on both old and new vehicles.
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Categories: Legislation
Johnson Valley, a popular OHV area in California, is at risk. The Marine Corps is trying to expand the 29 Palms facility and take
Mon, 11/26/2012 - 18:08Take Action to Protect 4WD Access
Johnson Valley, a popular OHV area in California, is at risk. The Marine Corps is trying to expand the 29 Palms facility and take over most of the OHV area for training exercises. The Marines would only need the extra space(147,000 acres) for less than 30 days a year. They plan to use the area for live-fire training, as a result, the area will be forever closed to OHV recreation.
An amendment to the Defense Authorization bill that passed the full House would require the Marines to identify the impact closing the area would have on OHV recreation and the local economy. The amendment requires the Marines to examine using the Johnson Valley area in ways that would not permanently lock out OHV access, and the potential of using other nearby public lands instead of Johnson Valley. This amendment only asks the Marines to consider other options.
The US Senate is poised to act on the Defense Authorization bill. Contact your 2 US Senators urging them to support the Johnson Valley amendment in the Senate bill.
Categories: Legislation
Replace the hook
Wed, 11/21/2012 - 15:48It always seems to be in the way and no convenient place to snug it out of the way. Enter the next generation of decorations for the end of winch cable.
Factor 55 has designed a line of strong and light recovery products for the the off road market based on exacting aerospace and defense industry standards. Their ProLink series, of 6000 series aluminum, eliminates the traditional winch hook in favor of a safer and stronger screw pin shackle D-Ring.
Categories: Legislation
NOTICE OF MEETING AND TOUR OFF-HIGHWAY MOTOR VEHICLE RECREATION COMMISSION
Tue, 11/20/2012 - 15:41NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Commission, pursuant to authority contained in Section 5090.24 of the Public Resources Code and Section 11120 et seq. of the Government Code, will conduct a tour on November 30, 2012 and will meet on December 1, 2012 according to the following schedule.
OHMVR Commission Tour: Friday, November 30, 2012 Hollister Hills SVRA
Time and Tour Information: The tour will meet at the Hollister Hills Training Building at 10 am (please see attached map). The tour will last six hours and end back at the Training Building at approximately 4 pm. In order to participate in this tour, you must have a high clearance 4WD vehicle. The tour will involve some walking over uneven terrain. Layered clothing and sturdy footwear are recommended. Services will be limited during the tour route, but we will stop at the camp store which has a payphone as well as sundry items. Cell phone service is intermittent. Participants should be prepared with sufficient food and water supplies for a full day on the trail.
Categories: Legislation
Winch Recovery Bandana
Mon, 11/19/2012 - 14:35Redondo Beach, CA (Nov 15, 2012) – Badlands Off-Road Adventures, Inc. has released a “Winching Recovery Bandana” that contains all the information required for a winch recovery operation in a soft foldable format, which can be stuffed in to your recovery bag.
According to Tom Severin, President of Badlands Off-Road Adventures, “the bandana is a fantastic supplement to the Badlands Off-road Adventure’s Basic to Advanced Winching and Recovery DVD. The Bandana is packed full of useful information and is a quick reference in the field when you do not have a DVD player nor time to watch the full comprehensive 81 minute DVD.”
A winch is a useful off-road tool that can quickly become dangerous and potentially lethal to the operator and spectators. Proper use requires good working knowledge of safety procedures, safe riggings and inspection. Since winches are not used often, thorough training is a must to retain that knowledge. The Bandana serves as a quick reminder of the details learned in the training class and watching the DVD.
Categories: Legislation
Be the first to register for Molina
Wed, 11/07/2012 - 13:07Event is May 10-12 at Hollister Hills, SVRA
The tank traps and mud pits are waiting for this year's Molina Ghost Run participants to come out for another great weekend of fun, friends and food. Our annual Molina event one of Cal4wheel's fundraisers, and includes three levels of runs on Saturday, camping for the weekend, a dinner on Saturday night, a great prize drawing, and really good wheeling.
Registration for the event is only $45 per vehicle, so you have no excuse to click here and register right now.
For more information about the event, visit this link
(Originally posted by Suzy)Categories: Legislation