After you’ve purchased your ATV, the next logical step is to get out and ride!
There’s nothing like bouncing over a trail, splashing through a stream or cruising through an open field with your friends. Even if you purchased your ATV as a work machine, you’ll still get a thrill when you start up your bike each morning.
If you’re lucky enough to own property, then you’ll be able to ride your ATV wherever you want, but before you make that first trip, take a walk. That’s right, taking a walk around your property allows you to see obstacles like small sinkholes, ditches and debris that could spoil a day of riding.
Don’t forget that if you’re scouting out a particularly hilly piece of land, take notice of how steep certain places are, sometimes when you’re sitting on an ATV, the perception of a hill or bank’s angle is different.
But what if you don’t own a large piece of property but your neighbor or friend does?
Before you ride, you have to ask permission! Remember that as an ATV owner, you’re representing an entire group of riders, and what you do – or don’t do – could make everyone look bad. Once you’ve gained permission, it’s always a good idea to let the owner know when you’re going to be on his land, and when you’re leaving.
There are plenty of places to ride in Maryland and the surrounding states, and we’ve provided links to them below. As always, it’s best to call before you go to make sure the trails are open and what the riding conditions are.
Finally - Don’t forget to wear the proper safety equipment!
Links to places to ride
Maryland
United States
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