Our friends over at RubiconScat put together this video talking about the Johnson Valley OHV area and the Hammers. Take 2 minutes and watch it and do your part to get involved! For more information you can visit www.savethehammers.org
The violence of 600 Horsepower rang through the canyon walls of Chocolate Thunder like the trumpets of Jericho as Tom Wayes assaulted the “Gate Keeper” that now resembles a sand embedded wall of rock blocking access to the trail beyond. The Griffin King of the Hammers Happy Hour pitted the best in Ultra4 racing in [...]
For John Currie and Larry McRae King of the Hammers has so far been an experience that brings with it pats on the back, and hand shakes of congratulations. Both men have a win under their belts from last Sundays Smittybuilt Every Man Challenge; the first race of the weeklong event in Johnson Valley California. [...]
Means dry lakebed is now home to a multi million-dollar city of recreation vehicles, racecars, big rigs, and an assortment of OHV vehicles. The city of Hammertown which comes to life once a year in the Johnson Valley OHV area is now home to some of the top names in off road Motorsports, including Nascar’s [...]
The first rays of the morning light stream across Fisher Mountain and give birth to a kingdom being built on Means dry lakebed in the Johnson Valley OHV area. Hammertown as it has been affectionately named by the throngs of people who make up this temporary city will be home to 20,000 starting tomorrow, Friday [...]
The King of the Hammers pre-event interview series continues with promoter Dave Cole. Cole talks about qualifying races for Tuesday and Wednesday, and releases the names of two celebrity drivers, while interviewer Jeff Knoll drops a bombshell of his own.
Episode five; Dave Cole of Hammerking productions talks about general etiquette expectations for spectators and racers at the 2012 Griffin King of the Hammers in this OffRoadPress.com exclusive interview with Jeff Knoll. Make sure you watch the Live Ultra4 show tonight at 7pm PST Jan 9th 2012 at Ultra4racing.com
Episode four in OffRoadPress.com’s multi part series of interviews with Dave Cole the promoter of the King of the Hammers. In this episode we talk about the SmittyBuilt Everyman’s challenge race to take place on February 5th 2012 and the first race of the week long adventure in the California Desert. Make sure you catch [...]
The new Kawasaki Teryx 4 may just shatter your perception of a sport UTV. While not the fastest UTV on the market in stock trim, the 750 V-twin offers plenty of torque and power to accommodate 4 adults at speeds in excess of 50 MPH across the desert terrain of Johnson Valley. OffRoadPress.com will be [...]
The 2012 Griffin King of the Hammers will be the largest Ultra4 race to date with the expansion in all directions. In this episode Dave Cole talks about vendor show at this years KOH race. OHV enthusiasts will have the opportunity to completely outfit their vehicles with great deals from the aftermarket right in Hammertown, [...]
The 2012 Griffin King of the Hammers will be the largest Ultra4 race to date with the expansion in all directions. In this episode Dave Cole talks about what to except when you arrive on the lakebed in Johnson Valley on Friday the 3rd of February. Part 2 of our 8-part OffRoadPress.com exclusive interview with [...]
The 2012 Griffin King of the Hammers will be the largest Ultra4 race to date with the expansion in all directions. Expanded racing, increased spectator and racer features, and a larger Hammertown built in the desert of Southern California for the week of February 3rd through 11th 2012. OffRoadPress.com had the opportunity to sit down [...]
Daphne Green the Deputy Director of the California Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) division of State Parks will be released from her duties as Deputy Director effective the first day of 2012. The replacement to be appointed by Governor Jerry Brown has not yet been announced, but the decision could have long lasting negative effects [...]
We’re on site for the 2011 SEMA show. We will be updating this thread with new photos and products as the week goes on. First stop of the show was at the Greenball booth where they were showing off the new Kanati Mudhog tire for light trucks. The ASA is here at the SEMA show [...]
When off road racing wants to test its suspension system, it travels to the edge of California’s civilization, a place called Barstow. Arctic Cat followed the lead of industry leaders reinventing everything it has known in regards to building a Side X Side. The terrain eats tires, punishes shocks, and challenges every aspect of a [...]
The Industry’s Most Capable Four-Seat RUV, and a Hunting Crew’s Best Friend There’s little doubt: Kawasaki’s all-new Teryx4 750 4×4 is the best possible vehicle for transporting a group of outdoorsmen – and their gear – to that far-off campsite. Its size, carrying capacity, range, durability and amazing performance make the statement a no-brainer. But [...]
Room for Four Plus the Convenience and Control of Electric Power Steering Separately, Kawasaki’s all-new four-seat Teryx4™ 750 4×4 Rec/Utility vehicle and the renowned Electric Power Steering (EPS) system – which has wowed fans of Kawasaki’s Mule and ATV models – are superb examples of modern technology. Combined, they are much more than simply the [...]
By Jeff Knoll for Off Road Press. The Wilderness and Roadless Area Release Act (HR1581), the Apple Act (HR2852) and the 29 Palms Marine Base expansion all share a similar struggle. Proponents of these bills (or in the case of opposition of the base expansion) should consider an overall strategic plan for a combined effort [...]
Next Monday August 29th, 2011 we will embark on a 4200 mile adventure across the United States to Attend the largest Side X Side Event in the nation! Our 10 day road trip will take us along route 40 from Southern California all the way to Huntsville, TN. The Side X Side Roundup and Brimstone [...]
The California 200-One Year Later Part five of a multi-part series on Offroadpress.com Part 1 http://offroadpress.com/2011/08/the-california-200-one-year-later-part-1/ Part 2 http://offroadpress.com/2011/08/the-california-200-one-year-later-part-2/ Part 3: http://offroadpress.com/2011/08/the-california-200-one-year-later-part-3/ Part 4 http://offroadpress.com/2011/08/the-california-200-one-year-later-part-4/ A Series of Unfortunate Events Sadly tragedy again strikes the Off-road community. On August 11th Brian Lynn owner of the Slash X Café lost his life in an automobile accident, [...]
The California 200-One Year Later Part four of a multi-part series on Offroadpress.com A Series of Unfortunate Events As the sun sank into the dust of the Mojave Desert, a series of unfortunate events began to unfold that would forever change the landscape of an entire community. August 14th, 2010 will remain burned into the [...]
The California 200-One Year Later Part three of a multi-part series on Offroadpress.com A Series of Unfortunate Events As the sun sank into the dust of the Mojave Desert, a serious of unfortunate events began to unfold that would forever change the landscape of an entire community. August 14th, 2010 will remain burned into the [...]
Part two of a multi-part series on Offroadpress.com A Series of Unfortunate Events As the sun sank into the dust of the Mojave Desert, a serious of unfortunate events began to unfold that would forever change the landscape of an entire community. August 14th, 2010 will remain burned into the fabric of every person associated [...]
The California 200-One Year Later Part one of a multi-part series on Offroadpress.com A Series of Unfortunate Events As the sun sank into the dust of the Mojave Desert, a series of unfortunate events began to unfold that would forever change the landscape of an entire community. August 14th, 2010 will remain burned into the [...]
The Kawasaki Battle of the Builders, what is it and why is it so important? New model shoot outs have become a staple in the power sports world! But, how often do you get to see ten of the best builders compete head to head against each other all starting with the same platform? The [...]
