Material Lust – The Astounding ATV Holiday Gift Guide
Playing Santa Has Never Been So Fun
by Jason Giacchino
Perhaps the fact that the holidays land smack dab right as the weather is its least ATV-friendly isn’t all that bad of a situation. After all, if picturesque riding were at our disposal 365-days of the year, how would we ever find time to perform maintenance, do upgrades and lust over those parts and accessories we can’t live without?
Fortunately, your ATV Connection editors know a thing or two about material lust and what goodies make for the best gifts. The following guide represents our top selections of bits sure to dazzle the ATV rider on your shopping list. And in some cases, keep him or her in the garage and out of your hair until spring. Without further ado:
Go Pro HD Hero 2 Motorsports Camera
(9)
GoPro cameras are used by more motorsports professionals, race teams and core enthusiasts than any other camera in the world! The HD HERO 2: Motorsports Edition is the most advanced GoPro camera, yet. Wearable and gear mountable, waterproof to 197-feet (60m), capable of capturing professional full 170º wide angle 1080p video and 11 megapixel photos at a rate of 10 photos per second, the HD HERO2 is the world’s most versatile camera. It is simply the smallest, lightest, most powerful HD camera in the world for capturing and sharing crystal clear videos and photos of your racing, riding and air-catching.
• 2X More Powerful in Every Way
• Professional 11MP Sensor
• 2x Faster Image Processor
• 2X Sharper Glass Lens
• Professional Low Light Performance
• Full 170º, Medium 127º, Narrow 90º FOV in 1080p and 720p Video
• 120 fps WVGA, 60 fps 720p, 48 fps 960p, 30 fps 1080p Video
• Full 170º and Medium 127º FOV Photos
• 10 11MP Photos Per Second Burst
• 1 11MP Photo Every 0.5 Sec Timelapse Mode
• 3.5mm External Stereo Microphone Input
• Simple Language-based User Interface
• 4GB SDHC Card included
• Can take up to 32GB SD Card
FLY Racing Aluminum Bi-Fold Ramp
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Fly Racing’s aluminum bi-fold ramps for ATV loading/ unloading are the perfect gift for anyone with a hankering for transporting their ATV. And with a 1200-pound weight limit, it’s useful for UTVs as well.
• Rubber dipped angle ends to protect the tail gate
• Wider design to accommodate newer wider quads
• Folds in half for easy carrying and storage
• Rubberized angle cut base for maximum slip resistance
• Rungs have extruded surface grooves for added traction
• Heat treated aluminum construction
• Hi-tech polished aluminum surface
• Heavy duty design
• Rated 1200lbs.
http://www.flyracing.com/atv/hard-parts/ramps-straps/bi-fold-aluminum-atv-ramp
Spot Connect Satellite Communication Link
(0 + Service)
Today’s smartphones provide a level of social connection far beyond what we imagined just a few years ago. But when you go beyond the reach of the grid, your smartphone needs the help of SPOT Connect to keep you in touch with friends, family and emergency personnel.
Simply pair your smartphone with SPOT Connect, and get connected to a global satellite network that lets you send messages and GPS coordinates from virtually anywhere on the planet. Update Twitter and Facebook. Send email and text messages. Request non-emergency help from professional service providers. And in the case of a critical emergency, send an SOS message requesting emergency assistance.
• Size: 3″ x 2.6″ x 1.2″ (7.6 cm x 6.6 cm x 3.2 cm)
• Weight: 4.9 oz (w/ batteries)
• GPS Lat. Lon. datum format: WGS-84
• Operating temperatures: -13°F to +140°F (-25°C to +60°C)
• Altitude: -328 ft to 21,325 ft (-100 m to +6500 m)
• IPX7 Waterproof: Up to a depth of 1 meter for up to 30 minutes
• Bluetooth range ~30 feet
• Certifications: FCC, IC, WEEE, SAR, RoHS, CE
• Satellite Technology:
• GPS accuracy: 32.8 ft (10 m) location accuracy
• Commercial satellites (LEO): 1610-1620 MHz L-band frequency
• Visibility: 1 to 4 at any one time
• More satellites for SOS detection than anyone for faster signal detection
Warn Pullzall
(9 or 9)
The PullzAll is a first-of-its-kind portable, corded or cordless lifting and pulling tool that can lift or pull up to 1,000 lbs. As one of its most popular tools sold, Warn Industries is re-launching it with several adjustments made to improve the overall quality.
The PullzAll is easily portable, so it can be used to do anything from pulling bushes out of your yard to lifting an engine while working on your car. It can hold up heavy objects, from tree limbs to steel beams, tow your stranded ATV or UTV and a whole lot more.
Weighing in at only 18 lbs, its portable capabilities make this tool even more useful. Its variable speeds and versatile swivel hook also make the PullzAll easy to use. The 24V cordless PullzAll retails for 9.99, which includes two rechargeable battery packs; the corded version retails for 9.99.
http://www.warn.com/utility/pullzall/cordless.shtml
Kolpin Fuel Pack Jr.
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Increase your fuel capacity and riding distance with Kolpin’s conveniently sized 1 ½ gallon Fuel Pack Jr. Made of puncture resistant, crush proof, high-density polyethylene – Kolpin packs are the toughest available and mount to your ATV, UTV, garage, trailer, camper and more! Innovative wide stance design offers stability during storage and features molded handles for easy transportation and filling while still providing a 1 ½ gal capacity in this compact container. Includes industry standard self-venting Blitz spout for a spill-proof seal.
http://www.kolpinpowersports.com/
BikemMaster ChargeMaster 365D
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Before you go and complain that there’s nothing too exciting about a battery charger, let us remind you that ATV (and bike) batteries are often subjected to the abuse of automotive chargers, when in fact they have very unique charging needs.
The 365D boasts:
• Triple mode, 7 stage charger
• Assesses battery connection polarity to prevent accidental reversal
• Analyzes and diagnoses battery condition
• Recovers mildly and/or heavily discharged batteries
• Bulk charges batteries quickly
• Monitors voltage retention and battery condition
• Maintains battery with low current if the voltage drops below a set limit
• Wall bracket and extra long cables for convenient garage use
• Secure-grip alligator clips
• Weatherproof fuse holder
• Permanent connecters with weatherproof cap
• 3 charge rates: Motorcycles (600ma), cars/boats (3600ma), and boost (for AGM batteries and cold weather charging)
• Suitable for AGM batteries that require a higher charge voltage
• Especially useful for charging batteries in freezing weather
• Backlit LCD display for use in low light conditions
• Displays real-time charging rate, including voltage and amperage
• Designed to be connected for months or even years at a time (winter storage)
• Battery condition monitor indicates if the battery able to hold a charge or is in need of replacement
• The ChargeMaster 365TD is suitable for all 12V battery types up to 130Ah including: gel, MF and lead acid
http://www.bikemaster.com/
ATV Quad Kings Video Game
(/ Wii)
ATV racing games are nothing new, in fact we try to recommend one each year for all those riders cooped up indoors awaiting spring’s arrival, so as to stave of a case of the Shining.
We stumbled upon ATV Quad Kings in a .99 bargain bin and have been spending many a rainy day immersed in the virtual world of ATV MX racing, where aggressive riding and hard-hitting skills are needed to become the King of ATVs. Travel across the globe from the United States to Australia and race in nine breathtaking locations. Compete in incredible high-adrenaline races at each track… but that’s not all! Perform tricks and catch big air in freestyle events to increase your skill rating. There’s nowhere to hide! It’s fast and furious four-wheel racing on Wii!
Features:
• Four championship levels from Amateur to All Star gets everyone in the game
• Four game modes: World Tour, Arcade, Time Trial, and Freestyle
• Many quad bikes and dune buggy vehicles to choose from, each with varying suspension, acceleration, speed, handling, and braking attributes
• Earn money from races to customize your vehicles in your virtual garage
• Race head-to-head in two player Arcade and Freestyle events
• Win the five World Tour trophies including the ultimate ATV Quad Kings Trophy
• Master the Freestyle stunt events to unlock tracks in the Arcade game mode
• Contend with different road surfaces such as soil, grass, and water—and watch out for the occasion rain shower to change the track conditions Perhaps coolest of all, the game includes a set of handlebars that that attach to the Wii’s wireless controller to enhance the racing experience.
http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/0tYBLb5tqMwKKwHGFaRsxVHAkJ8T6cL7
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