Polaris VP & GM Gray Rentz started the Adventures program in 2017 and today he sits down with Market Development Manager Jared Christie to talk about the beginnings of the program and exciting new technological enhancements.Av Polaris Adventures

Join host Jared Christie, Polaris Adventures Market Development Manager, as his sits down with Tanner Hunsaker, Owner of Topo Joe’s in Globe, Arizona. Tanner grew up in Globe and his rides highlight the local mining history and feature trips to nearly 8,000 feet in elevation. It's a trip back in time just 90 minutes from Phoenix. Book your next adv…

The Blue Grass state is home to the Kentucky Derby, Louisville Slugger and the home of Mohamed Ali, and that's just a small list. But for those who love the outdoors, the Red River Gorge needs to be on your list. The Gorge is home to white water rafting, kayaking, ziplining and much more. Located right in the heart of all the action is Out The Top …

Tucked away in southwestern Virginia you’ll find Trailhead Adventures. It’s remote but those who make the journey are rewarded with a stay and ride experience you won’t forgot. Join Host Jared Christie, Polaris Adventures Market Development Manager, as his sits down with Brent Harrison, owner of Trailhead Adventures. Book your next adventure at htt…

This week on the Polaris Adventures podcast, travel to Bend, Oregon and prepare for an experience like no other. Load up the head out for lava rides, sand dunes and endless trails. Join Host Jared Christie, Polaris Adventures Market Development Manager, as he travels West to the Beaver State where adventure never ends. Book your next adventure @ ht…

Join Host Jared Christie on a visit to Prime Adventure Outfitters in Southwest Utah. Located between Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park, Prime Adventures offers some of the best riding in southern Utah. Book your next adventure @ https://utahatvrentals.com/ Unless noted, trademarks are the property of Polaris Industries Inc. © 2024 P…

Growing up in Brainerd, MN, Brandon Krueger can’t remember a time or season he didn’t have something to do outside. “My Dad had me on sleds since I was old enough to throw a helmet on my head,” says Krueger, Rental Manager at Power Lodge in Brainerd. Join Host Jared Christie, Polaris Adventures Market Development Manager, as he sits down with Krueg…

Growing up in California, Adam DeVargas began making trips to Lake Tahoe as a young kid. As soon as he got out of High School, Adam moved to Tahoe and lives his life outdoors. Adam operates Full Access Tahoe, and every day sends customers on rides to nearly 10,000 feet where they can see panoramic views of Lake Tahoe. Join Market Development Manage…

Born in Texas and raised in Colorado, Jarrod Raper lives of life full of twists and turns. Growing up near Steamboat Springs, CO Raper’s dad bought him a snowmobile and he never looked back. Raper learned the secrets of backcountry rides and now takes customers to some of the most amazing locations Colorado has to offer. Join Market Development Man…

Celebrate the launch and grand opening of North America’s first and only off-road electric vehicle charging network. Located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, this 100-mile scenic off-road adventure navigates you along the historic Pioneer Trail as you wind your way through the dense forest. Market Development Manager Jared Christie sits down with out…

Born in India but raised in Spokane, WA life has always been a journey for Adventure Sport Rentals owner Yogi Naresh. Yogi was still in pre-school when he went for a ride on his first Polaris machine. Decades later, Yogi and his sons set up shop at one of the top outdoor recreation spots in the country, Coeur D'Alene, Idaho. Come along for the ride…

Growing up in Northern Minnesota, Aaron Guthrie always knew he wanted to work outside. Now he’s living his dream. Join Host Jared Christie as he chats with the owner of Latitude 218 about summers in Minnesota and what it’s like to live in a place with nearly 250 lakes within 20 miles of his location. Book your next adventure @ https://www.latitude2…

A phone call, a meeting at the kitchen table and a little bit of luck were all the ingredients needed to change the life of a New Hampshire family. Join host Jared Christie as he sits down for a chat with Bear Rock Adventures, one of the first Polaris Adventures outfitters. Hear the inspirational story of how their business started in a barn and bl…

Your Polaris Snowmobile is an awesome recreational product. But what do you do when the fun is over, and projects need to get done? Well, you put that snowmobile to work! Product Manager for the Whole Good side of the Snowmobile business, Pat Adrian, and Product Specialist for Snowmobile Parts, Garments, and Accessories, Chris Corbo join The Polari…

Join us in part 2 of our discussion on the new RANGER XD 1500! Program Leader for the RANGER XD 1500, Kyle Bangerter returns as our expert to continue the conversation on this new Extreme Duty RANGER to touch on some of the important features that set RANGER XD 1500 apart from the rest of the RANGER family, as well as some of the accessories availa…

Another new podcast, and another new Polaris Off Road vehicle to discuss. This time, we’re discussing the all-new Extreme Duty New RANGER XD 1500. Product Leader for the RANGER XD 1500 program, Kyle Bangerter joins us on the podcast to discuss this new extreme duty class of RANGER. We discuss how the RANGER XD 1500 came from concept to reality and …

In part 2 of our look at the all-new Polaris XPEDITION were continuing the conversation with Director of Product Planning for Recreation, David Elia. He’s going to discuss what it’s like inside the new Polaris XPEIDTION, as well as some new and exciting accessories that are being introduced on this new side by side. Visit the Polaris Off Road YouTu…

2023 has been an exciting year for off road product releases from Polaris. Just like the previous podcast episodes, we’re going to be discussing another new one! This time, it’s the all-new Polaris XPEDITION! Director of Product Planning for Recreation, David Elia joins us on this episode. In part 1, David gives us the background of Polaris XPEDITI…

In Part 2 of this two-part deep dive into the all-new RZR XP. RZR XP Project Manager, Halli Hoyt joins us once again. In this episode, she will help us learn about the additional new features on RZR XP, talk about living with the new machine, and finally cover some brand-new accessory items for this new RZR! Visit the Polaris RZR YouTube channel to…

It is here! The replacement for the venerable RZR XP 1000. Meet the all-new RZR XP! In part one of this two-part deep dive series, RZR XP Product Manager, Halli Hoyt, joins us on the podcast to take to introduce the new RZR XP, explain why there was a need to update from the existing RZR XP 1000, as well as taking a look at some of the changes on t…

As we get closer to the RANGER XP KINETIC deliveries, we wanted to revisit this new machine as it might be many owners’ first experience when it comes to EV ownership. Joining the podcast again are Service Engineer Jacob Karg, and Technical Service Rep for Electrification Christopher Bona. They’re going to help us understand some best practices for…

If you’re a powersports enthusiast with children, you’ve probably been asked over and over by them to get them a machine of their own. Polaris has a great offering of Youth Off Road products to get your little ones into powersports. Manager of Product Strategy & Planning for Recreation, Nick Snidarich, joins the Polaris Podcast to shed some light o…

In episode 73 of the Polaris Podcast, we discussed two customer-focused groups that can help you in person, but what if you’re someone who likes to do things on your own? That’s what the two resources we will discuss today are aimed at. Our experts, Service Content Manager, Kyle Liesenfeld, and Digital Product Leader, Nicole Wolverton, discuss the …

In the next two episodes, we’re going to be covering some customer resources available to Polaris’s owners. In this episode we’re joined by three experts, Product Pro Supervisor, Paul Hahn, Owner Connections Supervisor, Mitch Wurm, and Owner Connections Experience Trainer, Scotty Weeklund Jr., who are going to cover the Owner Connections and Produc…

Dressing for cold weather might seem like a simple task, however, if you get it wrong it can lead to one bad day out on your snowmobile. If you listen to the podcast you heard from our friends at 509, but on this episode, we brought in our expert, Product Leader Laurel Buhr, from Polaris to help educate us on how to dress properly. We go through so…

Snowmobiling can be a cold and challenging sport. Whether you’re a casual trail rider in the Midwest or a hardcore mountain rider out West, having the right set up on your snowmobile can make all the difference! We’re joined by the Category Leader for Snowmobile Accessories, Josh Malz, on this episode. Josh helps us understand what accessories are …

For over two decades the Polaris RANGER has served everyone from farmers and ranchers to homeowners and trail riders alike. Matt Anderson, who is the Sr. Product Leader for Ranger joins the podcast to educate us on everything that’s available for the RANGER to make getting work done even easier! Follow the links below to learn more about Polaris Ra…

Snowmobiling and Snow biking are incredibly enjoyable sports. There’s nothing better than getting out with your friends while the trails or mountains are in perfect condition. What can make that ride go south quickly is not being dressed properly. Being too hot or too cold can ruin a great day of riding. Because of this, we’ve partnered with David …

Since 1985 Polaris ATVs have been a staple to the off-road product line. Throughout the years the models have evolved and so have the way they’ve been used. Because of this, there has been no shortage of accessories to improve their usability and performance. Patrick Cron, the Product Leader for ATV accessories goes through the ATV lineup with us a…

The Polaris GENREAL is one of the most versatile off-road vehicles in the Polaris ORV line up. With this unique identity there’s many ways to accessorize it to fit your needs. Mitch Craven, Product Leader for GENERAL accessories joins the Podcast to continue our vehicle accessory outfit guide series. Mitch fills us in on the different accessories a…

There’s no doubt that owning and using a Polaris RZR is an exciting experience. But what could make that experience better? Having the right set-up on your RZR to make sure it is performing the best in the terrain you ride while also keeping you comfortable while you’re out riding! That’s why we’re going to be talking about accessorizing our RZR’s …

It’s the middle of summer, we’re all waiting for our newly ordered snowmobiles to arrive at the dealership then it happens, the phone call you’ve been waiting for! You head down to your local dealership and pick up your brand-new sled! So now what? Hunter Miller from the Snowmobile and Timbersled Service Engineering teams sits down with us to discu…

The brand-new RANGER SP 570 might have been overshadowed by other product launches last year, but that doesn’t mean that it’s any less exciting than the other models in the line-up. The Mid-Size 570 models have been staples in the RANGER line up and the new SP 570 proves that this Mid-Size unit is mightier than ever! Ranger Marketing Manager, Tanne…

The 2023 Snowmobile Reveal was an exciting one! One of the exciting reveals was the addition of a four-stroke engine to the model range! Project Engineer, Nick Hartung and Snowmobile Engine Design Manager, Matthew Reeves sit down with us to discuss everything from the development of the engine, to why Polaris decided to bring a four-stroke engine b…

The brand-new Ranger XP Kinetic is here! As with any new vehicle launch, there’s lots of content to cover. That means we have a lot of great guests here to join us! Technical service rep for electrification, Christopher Bona, Service Engineer Jacob Karg, Ranger Marketing Manager, Tanner Blaschka, and Ranger Product Manager Matt Mukomela are here to…

Being safe while operating any powersports vehicle is paramount to having a great time out on the trails. If you’re new to snowmobiling or are looking for a refresher how to be prepared for a great ride, listen in! We’re joined by our expert, Snowmobile Program Leader Cody Kofstad, who brings a wealth of knowledge on the topic from both his persona…

Interested in powersports but you don’t have a vehicle of your own? Want a unique experience while at your favorite vacation spot? Polaris Adventures has something for you! Gray Rentz, Senior Director of Polaris Adventures sits down with us to discuss the ins and outs of Polaris Adventures from the experiences available to what you need to bring to…

Polaris is more than just a powersports vehicle manufacturer. You can order all your accessories and apparel directly from any of the product group accessory websites. Curious how? Kellie Stroberg, manager of the Parts, Garments, Accessories merchandise and E-Commerce team joins the podcast to help us better understand how and what can be ordered a…

New to Polaris off-road vehicles or just want the best ride on your machine? Listen in as off-road suspension engineer’s Parry Ragland and Dave Helgeson talk us through why a properly set-up suspension matters, and how to do it. Make sure to take advantage of our online maintenance resources like Owner’s Manuals, the Polaris ORV Help Center sites, …

You’ve seen it teased for months, and now it’s here! Introducing RZR Pro R and RZR Pro R 4. All-new from the ground up, the future of off-road performance has arrived. Joining the podcast are three members of the RZR Engineering team: Andy Ives, Robert Willmont, and Jason Sherret. These three sit down with us to introduce and discuss the ins and ou…

It’s a bonus episode! This is a follow up episode to our deep dive on snowmobile suspension adjustment. In this episode we catch up with Team Polaris athletes Dan Adams, Gabrielle Hockley, Chris Burandt, and Levi LeVallee at the Polaris Spring Sales Meeting in Texas. We get the insight from these pros on the importance of setting up your suspension…

Much of the fun using our Off-Road Vehicles involves getting them dirty; but what is all that dirt and water doing to the internals of our machines? Polaris Off Road Senior Technical Trainer Randy Nelson joins the podcast to discuss the potentially damaging effects of our ORVs ingesting too much dirt or water. Listen along as we talk about common m…

Have you ever wondered where all that snow goes after burying your sled in the fresh white powder? Hopefully not in your snowmobile’s intake! Program Leader, Derek Zimney joins the podcast again to discuss the importance of keeping your sled’s intakes clean; along with some pre-ride and post-ride tips to make sure the only thing going through your …

Curious about your Off-Road Vehicle’s battery? Polaris Service Engineer Guy Bernt returns to the podcast to teach us the basics. Learn about the different types of batteries found in Polaris ORVs, how to maximize your battery’s lifespan and how to safely perform battery maintenance. For more battery info, including diagrams and a video featuring Gu…

This month, we turn our focus to the drive belt on our Polaris Off-Road Vehicles. And our resident expert is back. Polaris Senior Staff Clutching Engineer Amery Kuhl teaches us about how and where we ride affects our belts, what to look for when we’re inspecting our belts and why we recommend using a Polaris belt. For model-specific instructional v…

Learn all the basics about adjusting the suspension on your snowmobile. Polaris staff engineers Matt Prusak and Mike Hedlund join us on the podcast to tell us why and how to make suspension adjustments. To learn more, check out this article, which includes videos, from the Polaris Snowmobiles Help Center: https://snowmobiles.polaris.com/en-us/self-…

Part of Off-Road Vehicle ownership is keeping up with routine maintenance. Get a better idea of what that entails from this conversation with Polaris Service Engineers Guy Bernt and Tim Nelson. They discuss what goes into basic maintenance and why it’s important for our vehicles. Make sure to take advantage of our online maintenance resources like …

If you’re curious about the world of snow biking, you’ll enjoy this conversation with Timbersled Product Specialist Brock Bolin. Brock tells us the basics about snow biking, Timbersled, what ownership entails and his favorite models and riding locations. For more information on Timbersled, visit Timbersled.com and take advantage of resources like t…

If you have a new Off-Road Vehicle, it’s important that you break it in properly. Learn how to do just that from Polaris Service Engineer Charlie Mills. From the engine to the brakes, Charlie helps us get our ORV ownership journey off to the right start. For complete break-in and maintenance information, make sure to consult your Owner’s Manual. ht…

You have the snowmobile. But what do you need to go with it? Polaris Service Engineer Hunter Miller is back to tell us what the ideal garage space looks like, plus what tools, replacement parts, fluids and other supplies to stock it with. For full maintenance instructions, make sure to consult your Owner’s Manual. Also visit the Polaris Snowmobiles…