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The Sale of Public Land: A 250 Million Acre Disaster for America

A significant concern has emerged regarding the potential sale of public land, vast tracts of it, across the United States. It encompasses over 250 million acres, stretching from the arid Southwest to the rugged Alaskan frontier. That’s 40% of public land in the country. Just a reminder, it belongs to all of us.

These are the nation’s shared natural resources, critical habitats, and recreational grounds. Adventure and off-road riders should be pissed, hunters, fishermen, campers, and every goddamn American should too.

Executive Order Opens Public Lands to Mining—What It Means for Off-Road Riders

Public lands are a rider’s paradise—single track snaking through pine forests, fire roads kicking up dust in the desert, and open trails that make you feel like you’re the last soul on earth. But if you like twisting the throttle on a dirt bike on public land, you’d better pay attention—because those lands are disappearing fast.

The latest move? An executive order that throws open these lands to mining, gutting environmental regulations and fast-tracking permits for companies looking to strip the earth clean.

Off-Road Travel TV: A New Trail on the Airwaves

Mark your calendars, throttle jockeys—this Sunday, January 12th, at 9:30 a.m., Off-Road Travel TV roars onto MAVTV. This isn’t just another show; it’s a bold first in the world of off-road adventure.

For the uninitiated, Off-Road Travel TV is a 30-minute weekly spectacle dedicated to off-road recreation. From dirt bikes to dune buggies, it’s a love letter to the rugged thrill-seekers who prefer their adventures with a side of dust and grit. Think of it as part travelogue, part gearhead confession, and all about the joy of getting lost—deliberately.

The Explore Act Is a Win for Motorcyclists

America’s public lands, long under siege from developers, energy magnates, and opportunistic bureaucrats, have emerged with a hard-fought victory.

Thanks to persistent advocacy and bipartisan support, the Senate has passed the Explore Act, a landmark piece of legislation aimed at bolstering access to and preservation of these cherished spaces. Now bound for President Biden’s desk to be signed into law, this act promises transformative changes for outdoor recreation nationwide.

More Public Land Is About to Disappear for Outdoorsmen and Motorcyclists

Utah’s lawsuit against the Bureau of Land Management isn’t just a swipe at bureaucracy—it’s a direct threat to America’s public lands and by extension the people who use them, like outdoorsmen and motorcyclists. The bottom line more public land is about to disappear, or at the very least be at risk of doing so.

The state’s bid to seize 18 million acres managed by the federal government masks a grim motive: selling off our cherished spaces to developers and extractive industries. While the campaign postures as a fight for state control, it’s less about Utahans managing Utah and more about paving over wilderness to make a buck.

Check Out the Zero Motorcycles XE and XB Affordable Bikes

The new Zero Motorcycles XE and XB are shaking things up. Long known for crafting electric bikes that push boundaries but stretch wallets, Zero’s latest move is aimed at expanding access.

Their new “All Access” plan promises to deliver six new models under $10k, built for the entry-level market. Of course, you won’t get Zero’s top-tier specs at these prices, but they’ve packed plenty of punch into these budget rides.

California Signs Motorcycle Competition Permit Law for Sanctioned Events

Well, California’s gone and done it. After years of confusion, frustration, and dust-ups over off-highway competition vehicles, they’ve signed Senate Bill 708 into law. Governor Gavin Newsom put his pen to paper on September 22, ushering in a fresh permit program to replace the now-defunct Red Sticker Program, which was cut in 2021 by the California Air Resources Board.

BLM Will Close Access to Trails for Off-Roaders, Furthering the March to Mess Up Public Land

Public lands—something we all cherish, right? Well, apparently not by everyone. If you’ve been paying attention to the news much, you’d know it’s more complicated than a Sunday drive. Utah’s legislature has been in a tug-of-war with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) over 14 million acres. They’ve been itching to privatize it under the guise of “states’ rights,” and now the BLM has handed them a golden opportunity with its Bears Ears National Monument management plan.

The DesertX Rally Takes On the NORRA Mexican 1000 Rally

In the blistering heat of the Mexican desert, where the horizon shimmers and the sand never seems to end, the Ducati DesertX Rally found itself in its natural element—the 2024 NORRA Mexican 1000 Rally.

Leatt Moto 4.5 X-Flow Jacket

The Leatt Moto 4.5 X-Flow is a great option for off-road riders. It’s stylish and breathable and provides everything you need in an off-road jacket. Let’s take a closer look.