2nd trip to Tasker's Gap

Last Sunday I went riding at Tasker's gap on the lower trails. I had a great time and found some wonderful ATV trails. These one's were not very rocky either, which is what I prefer.

I had an issue on a side trail, well, at least I thought it was a side trail. However, it just ended up being a bad idea. To make a long story short the ATV rolled over and I got minor injuries. However, I was trying to back the ATV down a small hill when it happened. I know, this was a bad idea. I should have gotten off the bike and walked it backwards.

Winch on Rancher

I bought a new Mile Marker PE2000 winch and mounted it on my Rancher last week. It was pretty easy to mount and hookup, and works well. I still have to get the Roller Fairlead this week and mount that.

The only issue with the winch is the controller box is huge. I am considering getting a small, waterproof container and putting the electronics in it. Right now the controller is mounted on my handlebars. It does not look very good, but it works.

2008 Rancher 4x4

I had the opportunity to take my new Honda Rancher out on the trails for the first time since I bought it last week. I took it down to Taskers Gap in Virginia.

THIS ATV ROCKS!!!! It is a tank and can go through anything. The trails at Tasker's can get pretty rough, and are very rocky. However, this ATV eats rocks for lunch.

My biggest concern with buying this quad, over the Yamaha Big Bear was the ground clearance. Today I learned, ground clearance is not much of an issue. 6.5" is much more than you realize. I am actually glad I bought this quad over the Big Bear because it has more power, is liquid cooled, doesn't have IRS, and is much more nimble. This thing can go through mud like nothing.

I actually prefer the lower ground clearance because I have a lower center of gravity, and can take turns faster. This quad is extremely maneuverable on tight and windy terrain. I was debating getting the 250 instead of the 420 because of the 250 being so light and nimble, however, I don't think it is much of a concern anymore. This quad can move and groove with the best of them.