Memorial Day Weekend: Be Safe Out There

Make good decisions/ become a good statistic.

Statistically they say Memorial Day weekend is one of the most dangerous times for ATV/ SXS riders. This isn’t sheer coincidence though as the occasion generally marks the beginning of summer and for many of us, the start of the riding season.

The CPSC reports that 92% of fatal ATV accidents result from behaviors that are commonly warned against. This is super important because it tells us that these crashes are preventable with good judgement and common sense.

Here are five important safety rules that will help keep you and your loved ones safe for the coming long weekend and the rest of the summer:

Always wear a properly fitted DOT-approved helmet, goggles, long sleeve shirt and long pants, gloves and over-the-ankle boots.

Only ride an ATV that is properly fit for your size and age. Nearly 90% of youth injuries occur when a youth is operating an adult-sized ATV (CPSC).

Do not, under any circumstances, carry a passenger on a single-rider ATV and never carry more than one passenger on an ATV designed for two people.

Don’t drink and ride. Alcohol is involved in a large percentage of fatalities.

Always supervise any rider that is under the age of 16.

Happy Memorial Day- be smart and stay safe!