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« on: October 21, 2009, 12:26:29 PM »

I am new to Florida still not even a resident. I cant find the laws about riding in ditches anywhere. Im in Pasco co.
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« Reply #1 on: October 21, 2009, 12:43:15 PM »

That's because it is illegal!
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« Reply #2 on: October 21, 2009, 03:36:04 PM »

we call them swales not ditches
http://www.grandoaksfl.com/Documents/Motorized%20Scooters.pdf
that should help you
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« Reply #3 on: October 21, 2009, 03:39:48 PM »

we call them swales not ditches

I call them ditches!
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« Reply #4 on: October 21, 2009, 04:14:35 PM »

That has to be the most ridiculous thing Ive ever heard. Why not allow us to ride in ditches if we are licensed and registered??
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« Reply #5 on: October 21, 2009, 05:14:02 PM »

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« Reply #6 on: October 21, 2009, 06:24:24 PM »

That's because it is illegal!
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« Reply #7 on: October 22, 2009, 11:07:37 AM »

Wow, I don't think you guys understand what you're missing out on. I come from a state where you can ride your OHV 30 miles to work everyday if you choose. You can ride to the gas station and fill it up, or ride to your local ATV park without having to truck or trailer anything. Of course there are laws and restrictions but wouldn't it be nice to get 80-100 mpg on your ride to work every day. Yes it is illegal but laws can be changed. Especially when there are other states whom are already making allot of money and providing groomed trails from a yearly registration by us.
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« Reply #8 on: October 22, 2009, 11:14:44 AM »

You're preaching to the choir.  Florida is not an ATV friendly state.
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« Reply #9 on: October 22, 2009, 11:32:52 AM »

The problem in this state is the long history of moronic behavior associated with ATV use combined with the type of economic environment Florida is famous for. We are our own worst enemies. I've all but given up on the ATV community.
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« Reply #10 on: October 22, 2009, 11:58:50 AM »

While I appreciate the anti-ATV sentiment we've earned, we're not banning boating. By shear volume, boating is responsible for more environmental/habitat destruction, DUIs, injuries, thefts and other criminal activity(including poaching)! And, when you look at the wheel base of many of those OHV tracks in BC, it aint just ATVs causing destruction(off designated trails).
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« Reply #11 on: October 22, 2009, 12:08:10 PM »

Thank you, my point exactly. They say that riding on or crossing highways is the leading cause of ATV deaths in Florida. There again, if you don't look both ways before crossing the road on foot, bicycle, motorcycle, or a vehicle would it be any different?? I'm pretty sure you would meet the same fate.
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« Reply #12 on: October 22, 2009, 12:16:15 PM »

However, the anti-ATV perception is a reality that we must recognize(vs. denying). Unfortunately, ATV behavior must be responsible to those concerns if we ever hope to gain traction for more riding areas. Deny that and you're part of the problem.
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« Reply #13 on: October 22, 2009, 12:48:49 PM »

While I appreciate the anti-ATV sentiment we've earned, we're not banning boating. By shear volume, boating is responsible for more environmental/habitat destruction, DUIs, injuries, thefts and other criminal activity(including poaching)! And, when you look at the wheel base of many of those OHV tracks in BC, it aint just ATVs causing destruction(off designated trails).
Good point I never thought of it like that  Thumbs Up
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« Reply #14 on: October 22, 2009, 01:25:53 PM »

I agree as well. However, the off trail destruction is really the least of the problems. Moreover, it is just more prevelant with the ATV community.

Whether we like it or not, we've brought on a whole batch of trouble in the BC. I hate it and think it's another case of 20% giving the other 80% of us a bad name.

However, the anti-ATV perception is a reality that we must recognize(vs. denying). Unfortunately, ATV behavior must be responsible to those concerns if we ever hope to gain traction for more riding areas. Deny that and you're part of the problem.

That hits it right on the head. Well said.
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