Consejos para manejar ATV, UTV y Side-by-Side en la nieve
Cuando hay nieve suspendida, ¿se detiene su vehículo todoterreno? No tiene por qué hacerlo. Hoy en día, hay una amplia gama de cosas que puede hacer para equipar su ATV, UTV o Side-by-Side (SxS) para quitar nieve durante los meses de invierno y hasta la primavera. Ya sea que use su vehículo para trabajar duro, para divertirse o para un poco de ambos, tenemos consejos, equipos y accesorios para el frío que necesitará para convertir su vehículo en una máquina de conducción invernal.
¿Se puede conducir un UTV, Side-by-Side o ATV en la nieve?
La respuesta es: por supuesto que sí. Los usos más comunes de un ATV o UTV en climas fríos serían para trabajar: quitar nieve de una entrada para automóviles o transportar leña para fogatas. Y si está bien equipado con las llantas o las orugas adecuadas, ese mismo recorrido puede llevarlo a través de los acres de su propiedad, incluso si no se ha quitado la nieve. También hay muchos usos de recreación de invierno, como senderos que permanecen abiertos durante todo el invierno y pozos de pesca en hielo que necesitan acceso. Todo lo que tiene que hacer es prever y prepararse usted y su vehículo para eso.
What is the Best ATV for Snow?
When it comes to winter riding, it’s about traction, traction and more traction. Nothing will spoil a day faster than spinning your wheels in a driveway drift or getting bogged down on a remote trail. If you’re looking for a good 4-wheeler in the snow, the Polaris Sportsman 570 Ride Command Edition offers the industry’s fastest-engaging all-wheel drive to instantly stop the spin and get you going. Plus, with Ride Command® onboard you can add a plow system and gain intelligent touch-screen control over your plow blade and navigate winter trails with ease.
What is the Best UTV for Snow?
The same goes for using your UTV in snow. You’ll want the industry’s fastest-engaging all-wheel drive ready to throw its torque into the frozen turf. It’s a standard feature on every RANGER, as well as most other Polaris vehicles, so you can charge confidently through the white stuff.
This workhorse accepts a plow blade as well, offers RIDE COMMAND options and can be outfitted with Pro Shield Cab components. These tight-sealing windshields, doors and panels can be added to block out the elements and the cold. Add a cab heater for extra warmth. Or go all enclosed with the RANGER NorthStar Edition—ready-made for the coldest conditions.
Mejores prácticas para manejar en la nieve con un ATV, UTV o Side-by-Side
Siempre es importante prepararse para cualquier situación al conducir en los senderos, pero es especialmente importante cuando el clima cae por debajo del punto de congelación y la nieve comienza a volar. Asegúrese de que su vehículo esté correctamente equipado para manejarlo en la nieve y en el terreno que planea enfrentar.
Add a Plow System
One of the most common additions for winter riding is a plow. And while it can make quick work of a long driveway (See: 4-Tips for Plowing Snow), it also comes in handy for clearing a trail. Adding a plow system to your ATV, UTV or SxS is easier than you think with our Plow System Builder. Give it a try.
Get Snow Tires for Your Ride
As we mentioned earlier, traction is essential to making sure your ride is snow worthy. If you own a Polaris ATV or SxS, our all-wheel drive system is a great start. You can also swap out your tires for extra traction. ATV Snow Tires or UTV Snow Tires are made to grab hold in wintery conditions and keep you rolling. ATV tire chains are also an option.
Consider Adding Tracks
There are few things more impressive looking than an off-road vehicle equipped with tracks. If you want to own the snow in some of the most challenging conditions, this is the way to go. Their triangular design optimizes weight distribution over a larger area for superior flotation, outstanding traction and sure handling over snow. They’re available on Sportsman, RANGER and RZR off-road vehicles.
Tips for Snow Riding with an ATV, UTV or Side-by-Side
With your ride prepared to handle the snowy conditions, it’s important that you are too. Follow these tips to enhance your comfort, promote personal safety and help you prepare for the conditions you’ll be facing whether you’re working on property or out on the trails.
- Look for trails that are open all year round. If riding on snowmobile trails that allow off-road vehicles—often called “shared trails” or “shared use trails”—it is important to remember snowmobiles are faster and quicker. Be alert and yield to snowmobiles, letting them pass.
- Always ride together in the winter, taking two or more vehicles, to avoid the risk of being stranded in cold-weather conditions.
- Bring extra water, snacks, blankets and hand warmers in case you get stuck or break down.
- Carry extra gear including gloves and boots to help if your gear gets wet, and carry plastic bags to keep things dry or to stow wet gear.
- Be sure to have a flashlight, charging cord, portable charger, matches and first-aid kit on board.
- Make sure your ride has a winch installed to help pull yourself out if you do get stuck. You can find a wide range of ATV winches and UTV winches to fit your ride.
- Add winter accessories to your ATV to keep you warm, including thumb, hand and throttle warmers.
- Add cold-weather cab components including hard roof, windshield, doors and a heater kit to your SxS or UTV.
Vístase en capas con prendas de invierno de ATV y UTV
Vístase adecuadamente en capas y usando prendas que absorben la humedad en la capa inferior. Aumente el grosor con una segunda capa para abrigarse y busque capas exteriores que sean transpirables e impermeables. También invierta en un buen par de botas, calcetines, guantes y gafas con lentes que no se empañen.
Botas y calcetines para hombres y mujeres
Stay on Trail with RIDE COMMAND Technology
Use RIDE COMMAND trail-mapping technology to plan out your ride ride and help you follow the trail even when it’s snow covered. You can even download a trail map to follow when you don’t have cellphone service, and share your route so others know where you’re going.
Integrated waypoints on the map surface can display dealers, restaurants, portable restrooms and gas stations along trail routes so you can plan stops along the way. Available on select Polaris vehicles and as a free app you can download.
Tome el sendero todoterreno menos transitado
No es tan difícil extender su temporada de manejo a la temporada de invierno. La clave para conducir en invierno es realmente la preparación. Asegurarse de que su vehículo esté bien equipado, que esté vestido adecuadamente y que esté preparado para cualquier cosa inesperada. Esto contribuirá en gran medida a que el día sea un éxito, ya sea que maneje dentro de una propiedad o recorra senderos divertidos que están abiertos todo el año. Manténgase abrigado, nos veremos allí afuera.
