With Christmas just around the corner, the 4Riders team presents this year’s selection of ten gift ideas that are sure to interest many of you, while remaining accessible to all budgets. Whether you’re looking for an accessory for your ATV or a practical item for yourself, you’re sure to find something to delight a loved one.
A battery-powered booster
A must-have accessory for quad enthusiasts is a compact booster, a tool that every forward-thinking quad rider should always have in the boot of their vehicle. The Noco brand offers the Noco GB20 Boost Sport, a portable battery booster that can not only bring your machine back to life in the event of a breakdown, but also recharge your phone and other devices thanks to its integrated 2.1 A USB port. With a capacity of up to 20 jump starts per charge, it performs well even at extreme temperatures, tested down to -30°C.
Heated jacket
A heated jacket will provide the necessary warmth to avoid enduring the unpleasant chill of cold weather. Once you’ve experienced this accessory, you can’t do without it. Choose a battery-powered model, as this will enable you to use it for a variety of activities, such as skiing.
Heated gloves
In quad riding, heated grips are often used in combination with handlebar mittens for the quad rider and the rear passenger. However, there are no heated steering wheels for UTVs, and unless the cab is insulated and heated, the rider’s hands will soon be cold. Heated gloves would be a welcome solution to this problem.
Handlebar baffles
It’s true, handlebar mittens don’t look very glamorous on a quad, but they cut the wind and cold very effectively. Used in conjunction with heated grips, the rider will be able to wear simple cotton gloves at temperatures as low as -20 degrees! Once again, to try it is to adopt it.
Tire traction plate
Large UTVs are heavy, and there’s no point in struggling to push them when they’re stuck. Often, the tires just need a little extra traction to extricate the vehicle from its unfortunate position. Traction plates or mats could be an accessory you’ll really appreciate the day you get stuck.
Quadlock phone holder
This mount is the most popular choice on the market, as the phone often replaces the GPS, and navigation applications from quad federations such as FQCQ or QuadNB are downloadable. Sturdy, reliable and safe, the Quadlock mount offers several installation options. To use it, you’ll need a Quad Lock case adapted to your smartphone. For optimum protection, especially of the camera, you can add a shock absorber and even a continuous recharging system.
Efficient 12V air compressor
Most quad riders have been lugging around the same little 12-volt air compressor in the trunk of their ATV for over 10 years. However, tires have grown quite a bit in the last decade, especially those on UTVs. A small compressor will look asthmatic blowing the big 30-inch tire of a big Ranger 1500 XL. A 12V dual-piston air compressor will be a much-appreciated accessory for its new owner.
Winch accessory kit
A particularly useful item to include in the trunk of a quad is a winching accessory kit. These can be invaluable, whether you need them to help you out in the event of getting stuck, to assist a friend or family member, or simply to get some work done. In all cases, they will optimize the use of the vehicle’s winch. Kimpex, for example, offers a complete kit including a pair of shackles, two 1” x 8′ straps and a reeling pulley, all packed in a practical carrying bag.
TigerTail towing cable
This cable has many uses. It makes it possible to reach the bogged-down quad more quickly to get it out of trouble. Also, in a towing situation, the reel takes up the slack rope. This prevents the rope from wrapping around the wheel and causing it to swerve. Another use is to quickly attach objects to be towed, such as a tree trunk that has fallen into the wind. Its extra-robust construction will withstand the worst abuse.
GPS Spot
It’s well known that quad riders go deep into the most remote areas, and the cellular network is often non-existent. When the worst happens, or the quad decides to act up and refuses to move forward, it’s imperative to be able to call for help. The Spot company offers emergency devices that use the satellite network. Models range from simple position tracking, to emergency communication with position, to bi-directional communication.
