Can-Am Vs. Polaris - Officially Equal?

tatum

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George I wasn't knocking you, Legacy just cant get over your infamous incident and thinks thats all everyone is doing out there. It might not have came across that way and I apologize if it offended you. I think you're a good guy and I know you have given back to the sport and think its awesome.

And I disagree about it not being the best driver. A good driver is fast AND doesn't tear up the car.
 
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sand shark

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If you look at the results in all the bigger racing series across the country, we are seeing the tide starting to shift to an even match. This makes it more exciting for us race fans as on any given weekend someone new could be winning. By next season I do think the Wildcat XX will be making a good showing in the races and should be a contender in the n/a classes in the desert.

The beauty of desert racing or even short course racing is for the average person they see what the racers are using as far as aftermarket parts and can determine if that particular product is worth buying. Nothing worse than paying a good chunk of change for an over priced item that does nothing for overall reliability or longevity.

The reality is it does not matter if a car is stock or fully modified, people will buy that brand because they want to be associated with a winning product.
 
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george.felix

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George I wasn't knocking you, Legacy just cant get over your infamous incident and thinks thats all everyone is doing out there. It might not have came across that way and I apologize if it offended you. I think you're a good guy and I know you have given back to the sport and think its awesome.

And I disagree about it not being the best driver. A good driver is fast AND doesn't tear up the car.
I was referring to Legacy. For the record, I'm not a poster boy for any particular agenda I say whats on my mind but that can change......ask anyone who's bumper I've left paint on. That said the truth is usually somewhere in the middle of extreme points of view. Never and Always are both usually wrong. I'll agree with your definition of fast....I wasn't offended at all you gotta have a thick skin in this sport....:)
 

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This should add some fuel to the debate...

POLARIS RZR® FACTORY RACING DOMINATES BAJA 500


POLARIS RZR® FACTORY RACING DOMINATES HISTORIC 50TH BFGOODRICH TIRES SCORE BAJA 500 FOR SECOND STRAIGHT YEAR

Kristen Matlock Becomes First Woman to Win Overall Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) NA Class Helping Polaris RZR Factory Racing Claim Two Podium Sweeps in Pro UTV Forced Induction and Pro UTV NA Classes

Minneapolis (June 5, 2018) – Polaris RZR® Factory Racing dominated the historic 50th BFGoodrich Tires SCORE Baja 500 for second straight year to build on its unparalleled 2018 season. After battling through 530 miles of Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula the team secured two clean sweeps in both the Pro UTV Forced Induction and Pro UTV NA classes, along with making history with the first woman to win the overall UTV race at Baja 500.



Kristen Matlock stole the weekend with an extraordinary performance that led to a historic class win, being the first women to win the Baja 500 Overall UTV race. Her memorable performance rounded out one of two podium sweeps for Polaris RZR Factory Racing with her win in the NA Class. In the Pro UTV Forced Induction class, Polaris RZR Factory Racing lead the field, with 15 finishers in the event as Branden Sims took the win followed closely by his teammates of Wayne Matlock and Jacob Carver.

“The entire Polaris RZR Factory Racing team sends out a big congratulations to Kristen Matlock on her monumental accomplishment,” said Matt Boone, RZR and GENERAL Marketing Director at Polaris. “The Baja 500 is the pinnacle of SxS racing, and watching her and the entire Polaris RZR Factory Racing team dominate at the historic 50th race is truly special and will not soon be forgotten.”



This weekend’s victories are a continuation of the team’s incredible performance this season, which includes top podium finishes at every major race to date. The team has amassed 27 wins and 67 podiums over the course of the 2018 season.

The Polaris RZR Factory Racing team is gearing up to take on the field at the General Tire Vegas to Reno presented by FOX from Aug. 15-18.

More information about Polaris Off-Road Vehicles can be found at RZR.Polaris.com. Also visit us and join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.



About Polaris Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) is a global powersports leader that has been fueling the passion of riders, workers and outdoor enthusiasts for more than 60 years. With annual 2017 sales of $5.4 billion, Polaris’ innovative, high-quality product line-up includes the RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; the Sportsman® and Polaris ACE® all-terrain off-road vehicles; Indian Motorcycle® midsize and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; and Polaris RMK®, INDY®, Switchback® and RUSH® snowmobiles. Polaris enhances the riding experience with parts, garments and accessories, along with a growing aftermarket portfolio, including Transamerica Auto Parts. Polaris’ presence in adjacent markets globally include military and commercial off-road vehicles, quadricycles, and electric vehicles. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. Visit www.polaris.com for more information.
 

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