Jason,

Just playing devil's here... Usually clubs are based out of the location where one rides and where the trails are. Is there a lot of good ATV trails in LA? If it's more social to get folks together in the LA area that makes a lot of sense.

You asked if you should make it exclusive to ATV.....I say no. If you combine your efforts with the UTV guys out there you might be able to get a good group of offroaders going. It seems kind of narrow to base it all around just people that have the same machine. And how many of those limited people are going to care, or want to be involved with racing? Sounds like it's narrowed down to maybe 20 people. Then you need to find those 20 people and figure out a time you can all get together. I'd think about it some more before you commit any cash to the matter.

What does the state of CA offer for club support for ATVs / UTVs? My state of Maine matches some funds and helps with bridges and trail cutting, etc. It's an organized deal here and one has to apply for acceptance. Something to think about. Not trying to dampen your spirit on this......

 

Yeah, that sounds good. I'd post a bunch of fliers in the local dealerships and advertise for free on Craigslist. I know there's a lot of people that would like to find somebody cool to ride with and be shown new areas and nice trails. LA is pretty impersonal from what I've found. A club to organize rides sounds like a great idea. Free beer is all you'd need to put on your flier

 

maybe you should post this in the club section if you haven't already. good luck.