Quad Nation – Page 5 – Muddy Good Fun

Venue of the Month is Quad Biking Market Harborough

Well, April was fun wasn’t it? All those extra days off combined with the perfect conditions for quad biking saw ATV addicts everywhere heading out for an off-road adventure – and it made for some great feedback! With the reviews still flooding in for one venue in particular though, there could only be one winner of our venue of the month award, so massive congratulations to May’s venue of the month, Quad Biking Market Harborough!

Spread across 400 acres of Leicestershire’s most rugged countryside, this enormous quad centre is one of the most popular venues in the country.. and it’s easy to see why! With so much open countryside to explore, as well as mile after mile of off-road tracks, there really is nowhere better to put a quad bike through its paces. These aren’t just any quad bikes either, the quads at Quad Biking Market Harborough are 250cc semi-automatic Honda quads – and trust us there’s no better bike to conquer the ever changing terrain.

What really makes this brilliant venue stand out is the quality of the trek though, and regardless of how many times you’ve been quad biking, nothing compares to the challenge of conquering this course. After starting out on the tailor-made training track it’s time to explore, and with an experienced instructor leading the way nowhere is out of bounds. One minute you can be winding your way through thick woodland, the next you’re racing across fields and ploughing through puddles. Then there’s the mud, so much mud!

As well as the top-of-the-range quads and one-of-a-kind trek, Quad Biking Market Harborough is also home to a team of expert instructors who ensure every experience is as exciting as possible. Not only do they know the most exciting routes around the surrounding countryside, they also know how to push your quad biking skills to the limit, and their fun and friendly approach means even first time riders will be confident at the controls of their quad.

Don’t just take our word for it though, here’s just some of the five star feedback we receive for Market Harborough Quad Biking..

“Really enjoyed the quad biking. Amazing views and track.”

Andra Mateusa, Quad Biking Market Harborough, 22^nd April 2017

“Fantastic will be doing more at this venue. Very polite staff, fab course and equipment.”

Jane Palmer, Quad Biking Market Harborough, 7^th April 2017

Karen’s Visit to Quad Nation Durham

After a crazy month here at Quad Nation HQ the Easter weekend gave some of our hard-working team the perfect opportunity to recharge their batteries. But forget taking it easy, any spare time for our bunch of ATV addicts is nearly always spent blasting round the countryside on a quad bike. So when we got the chance to visit Quad Biking Durham on Easter Sunday we polished off the last of our Easter eggs and were there in a flash.

For the inside track on the days action we caught up with Karen..

“Despite the early start I couldn’t wait to try quad biking at our Durham venue, I’ve been quad biking loads of times before, but Durham’s one of our most popular venues so I was really excited to finally give their course a go.

We arrived on site just before 10am, which meant we had time for a quick coffee and bacon sarnie before our quad biking experience – and if you ask me there’s no better way to start the day! After breakfast it was straight down to action though, and once we’d kitted up we sat down for a full safety briefing. The instructors were really clear and informative, and as well as telling us how to get the best out of the quads they also gave us a quick run through of the course, which definitely helps you prepare for some of the trickier parts of the trek.

Before heading into the woods our trek started with a bit on training on a grass circuit, which was actually really good because it gave us a chance to get used to the quads and have a bit of a race. After we’d all done a couple of laps and got the competitiveness out of our system it was time for off, and despite the speed going to my head a little bit it was awesome. The trek was really good fun and the course at Durham features loads of hills, woodland and mud paths, which we all loved.

Don’t get me wrong, the trek was absolutely awesome, but what really made the experience for me was tearing round the grass circuit at the start of the experience. When it comes to quad biking I’m a bit of petrol head, so to have the chance to pick up a bit of speed on the specially-designed grass circuit was awesome. The guys at Durham were brilliant too, and they really made sure we all had as much fun as possible.

The whole day was even better than I expected, and I’d definitely do it again.”

We’d just like to say a huge thank you to everybody at Quad Biking Durham and if you’d like to take on the challenging course, Karen and the team took on the 1 hour trek which you can find the full details of right here.

Quad Nation’s Favourite Off-Road Sports

Here at Quad Nation we love all things off-road, not just quad biking, so when we’re not exploring the countryside on a quad bike we like nothing more than checking-in on some of the world’s weirdest off-road events. Admittedly, some of them are a little bit madder (and a lot muddier) than quad biking, but you can’t deny how much fun they are. So hold on tight because we’re going to take a look at some of our favourite off-road motorsports – and it’s going to get very bumpy!

Formula Off-Road

Part F1 racing, part 4×4 driving this manic motorsport is just about as mad as it gets! The drivers of these insane off-roaders race round tailor-made courses which feature everything from impossibly steep hills to heart-racing water crossings.. and then there’s the mud!

The terrain tackled in Formula Off-Road is so tricky that the drivers have to use special tyres known as ‘super scoopers’, which feature giant spades to help them skim over water, plough through sand and clamber over rocks. Points are awarded for each gate a driver passes through, with deductions for flipping, rolling or even sinking! That’s right, the water these speed freaks race across is so deep that their vehicles can completely submerge. Mental!

Swamp Buggy Racing

Only the Americans could come up with something this crazy, but we can’t help but want to give it a go! Swamp buggies are part boat and part drag racer, which makes them perfect for speeding across stretches of boggy water, and unbelievably they can hit speeds of up to 75mph!

What started out as a race between a couple of hunters has now become an annual event, and Florida’s famous swamp buggy race now attracts over in excess of 6,000 spectators. The original bog’s been upgraded too, and modern racers speed down a flooded dirt track known as the “Mile O’ Mud”. There’s even a pageant to crown the swamp buggy queen, who as well as her tiara receives a dunking in the “Sippi Hole” the deepest and dirties part of the track.

Lawnmower Racing

It turns out lawnmowers aren’t just awesome at cutting grass, they’re great for off-road racing too, which is probably why lawnmower racing is such a big hit! OK, so it’s not quite as extreme as some of our other favourite off-road motorsports, but trust us it’s just as exciting.

The blokes behind lawnmower racing first came up with the idea in a pub (which is where all the best ideas start), and what started out as a pint-inspired pipe dream quickly developed into a worldwide motorsport. There are now purpose-built off-road circuits around the globe, and mower racing is even making waves in Australia. Who new cutting the grass could be so much fun!

Off Road Shredders

Although Shredder racing hasn’t been invented just yet, we think it’s only a matter of time before petrol heads start racing these crazy crossover machines. After all, they’re part tank, part skateboard and part motocross bike, and if that isn’t a recipe for off-road awesomeness we don’t know what is!

Everything about the DTV Shredder has been designed for all terrain action, but it’s the distinctive tank tracks that really makes them stand out from the crowd. In the right hands they’re capable of conquering even the most extreme terrain – and they’re not exactly slow either! What makes Shredder riding so special though is the fact they’re still fairly new to the off-road scene, which means you could still be one of the first people to put these insane inventions through their paces.

Off-Road Karting

What’s not to love about off-road karts? They’re fast, fearless and bags of fun. In fact, this exhilarating all-terrain activity is so much fun we almost love it as much as quad biking.. almost. You can eve try it in the UK, which means there’s no excuse not to give it a go!

There are tailor-made off-road karting circuits across the UK & Ireland and they not only feature bucket loads of mud and bumps, they also pack in plenty of sweeping bends, high-speed straights and tight hairpins. So if you really want to test your handling skills, trying to tame these off-road beasts is guaranteed to put your skill at the wheel to the ultimate test.

Quad Biking Northolt is Quad Nation’s Venue of the Month

Even in the face of ‘Storm Doris’, quad biking enthusiasts and adrenaline-seekers across the UK and Ireland still came out in force to experience the high-octane action of quad biking – accumulating in tons of reviews for us to flick through! The one that stood out the most? Our magnificent Northolt venue, who fully deserve the accolade of March’s venue of the month!

This venue has taken quad biking in London to a whole new level. With acres upon acres of mud-filled terrain for you to explore, our Northolt venue places you behind the wheel of powerful and speedy petrol-powered 150cc quads, the perfect vehicle to have you rip-roaring through the track at breath-taking speeds and manoeuvring around the plethora of obstacles that stand in your way!

It’s not just adults that get to enjoy all the thrills of quad biking either, our Northolt venue is tailor-made to accommodate those young quad bikers that are looking to experience all the petrol-fuelled fun that quad biking offers! With child-friendly quads and qualified quad biking instructors on hand to provide them with quad biking tips and tricks, it’s no wonder that glowing reviews continued to pour in throughout the month. Don’t believe us? Just check below!

My son said this was the best birthday ever! All 6 boys thoroughly enjoyed themselves and didn’t want to get off! It definitely made his 13th birthday memorable. Thank you so much for everything.“ – Rohan – Northolt, West London, Quads – 25 Feb 2017

“Well balanced course and training round the cones. Perfect to let the kids build up confidence and then the off road course was interesting and challenging enough for both kids and adults. Really loved this and thought it was good value. Have already recommended to friends. Nice to find something we could do together.” – Darren Lewis – Northolt, West London, Quads – 25 Feb 2017

Quad Biking Hailsham is Named as Venue of the Month

Despite the winter weather January has been another bumper month for Quad nation venues across the country – and with all the extra mud about it’s easy to see why! With so many of you heading out on off-road adventures we’ve received stacks of fantastic feedback, but unfortunately there can only be one winner, and February’s venue of the month really went above and beyond to secure top spot. So huge congratulations to Quad Biking Hailsham who are February’s venue of the month!

This enormous quad biking venue clocks in at a whopping 90 acres, which gives you the perfect opportunity to push a quad bike to the limit. But it’s not just the sheer size of Quad Biking Hailsham that we love, the tracks and off-road trails are some of the most challenging around too. So as well as getting to explore spectacular countryside, you’ll also get to test your ATV skills by riding through muddy swamps and up steep inclines – and then there’s the winding woodland paths!

The team of instructors at Hailsham quad biking are some of the best around too, and their most recent review proves they’re prepared to do whatever it takes to make your day as memorable as possible, even if it means throwing in a couple of bottles of fizz! Don’t just take our word for it though, here’s what our customers have to say about this brilliant quad biking venue..

“The guys were really welcoming and good fun. The course was a quagmire but they went overboard to give us a go on the rifles and provided two bottle of fizz for prizes, which was unexpected and appreciated. A great morning, thanks very much.”

Tom Moore

Quad Biking Hailsham

04^th February 2017

“Thank you it was brilliant”

Pat Clarkin

Quad Biking Hailsham

14^th January 2017

Dream Dates for Valentines Day

With Valentine’s Day just a few short weeks away, we’re taking a break from the mud and mayhem of quad biking to bring you some of the best ways to spend the day.. and the best bit is they cost a lot less than a slap up meal! So whether you’re looking for a valentines gift for your husband, wife, girlfriend or boyfriend, we guarantee they’ll love at least one of these awesome ideas.

Go for a walk..

Britain is home to acres of stunning countryside, a plethora of picturesque parks and believe it or not some of the world’s most breathtaking beaches, which means wherever you are in the country heading out for a walk is a great way to spend Valentine’s Day. And the best bit of all, it won’t cost you a thing! So if you can’t explore your surroundings on a quad bike, why not start your adventure on foot and see what you discover.

Plan a Picnic..

Planning a picnic in Britain is always a brave decision, but whatever the weather exploring the great outdoors and filling your face with finger food makes the perfect date. Yes it’s going to be cold, and yes it will probably rain, but what could be more romantic than enjoying a bite to eat and a sinking a bottle of bubbly surrounded by stunning countryside.

Head out on an off-road adventure..

Quad bikes are tailor-made for fun on any terrain, and heading out on an off-road adventure gives you the perfect opportunity to get down and dirty at some of the UK’s most spectacular locations – no matter how much mud there is! So if you’re searching for things to do on valentines nothing beats taking on a quad trek.

Visit a museum or gallery..

Some of the UK’s best museums and art galleries are completely free, which makes them the perfect option for a cheap Valentine’s Day treat. Museums may have been boring in the past but modern-day institutions are bursting with interactive exhibitions, which makes them a great place for a date. If museums still aren’t your thing though, our art galleries are some of the best in the world and they’re home to a whole host of famous works. So why not save a few pennies and enjoy an educational visit to a museum or gallery.

Drive a Supercar

As gifts go a stint at the wheel of a supercar takes some beating, and if getting their hands on their dream car doesn’t score you some brownie points nothing will! Days out don’t get any more memorable than taking the planet’s most powerful performance cars for a spin, so if you’re looking for the perfect present for the petrol head in your life, look no further!

Still not what you’re looking for? Visit the Quad Nation website for even more Valentine’s Day inspiration, and a whole host of one-of-a-kind quad biking experiences that you and your partner will never forget!

Quad Nation Venue of the Month – Quad Biking Thornicombe

With lots of people enjoying an extended break over Christmas and the new year, December was another busy month for Quad Nation venues across the country – which of course meant lots of fantastic feedback to read through before naming our first venue of the month of 2017! Thankfully there was one clear winner though, and taking the title of January’s venue of the month is Quad Biking Thornicombe.

There’s a lot to love about this brilliant quad biking venue, but there’s only one place to start when discussing the best bits about Quad Biking Thornicombe – the tracks! This truly one-of-a-kind venue is far from your standard quad biking centre, and instead of offering just one quad track to explore, Quad Biking Thornicombe boasts 14! In total the tailor-made circuits cover over 20 miles, and each track is guaranteed to push your quad biking skills to the limit. With obstacles such as banked chicanes and steep drops to negotiate too, there’s nowhere better for an off-road adventure.

It’s not just the huge choice of quad circuits that makes this venue special though, the experienced team of instructors are well worth a mention too. They know exactly what’s needed to get the best out of a quad bike, and under their tuition both first time and experienced riders are guaranteed to learn a thing or two about off-roading.

Of course no quad biking experience would be the same without plenty of mud, and thankfully you’ll find that in abundance too at Quad Biking Thornicombe. Don’t just take our word for it though, here’s a small taste of Quad Biking Thornicombe’s most recent feedback..

“My family thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. Loved the facilities available of us who didn’t take part too.”

Lee, Quad Biking Thornicombe

04^th December 2016

“Had an absolutely amazing day with my son, a bit of man time. We both enjoyed our day quadding around six different types of course getting wet and muddy. The team there did an amazing job keeping everybody safely on their own circuit. We will be back but next time more family and friends want to come.”

Stephen Colman, Quad Biking Thornicombe

03^rd December 2016

“We had a great afternoon with lots of fun, we will be back to try other activities.”

Robert Magorian , Quad Biking Thornicombe

16^th December 2016

Congratulations to Quad Biking Frodsham; December’s Venue of the Month

We know time flies when you’re having fun, but 2016 has absolutely flown by! Thankfully there’s still plenty of time to squeeze in some quad biking though and December’s venue of the month is the perfect place to see the year out in style. After reading through our most recent reviews one venue in particular stood out and we’re delighted to name Quad Biking Frodsham as December’s venue of the month!

There’s a lot to love about this incredible venue and it’s hard to know where to start, but one of the first things you’ll notice on arrival is the stunning surroundings. Quad Biking Frodsham is located in the heart of the Cheshire countryside, which means you’re guaranteed some spectacular views as you explore the surrounding countryside. But let’s face it you’re not going quad biking for the views, so it’s a good job that that Frodsham Quad Biking also boasts a huge variety of off-road tracks and trails too!

With roughly 200 acres of countryside to cover, as well as over six miles of off-road paths and tracks to explore, Quad Biking Frodsham promises one of the best quad biking experiences in the country. But it’s not just the all terrain action that our customers love, the friendly team of instructors and staff nearly always get a mention too. So you can rest assured that you’ll get a warm welcome and expert tuition as you discover exactly what a quad bike is capable of.

Don’t just take our word for it though, here’s the feedback from some of our most recent customers..

“Unbelievable thrilling experience! Was a lot more fun than expected.”

Shlomie Abenson, Quad Biking Frodsham

16^th November 2016

“Thoroughly enjoyed both activities we did. Well organised and our instructor was very informative and helpful. Would definitely book this again.

Helen Long, Quad Biking Frodsham

16^th November 2016

There’s only one way to truly appreciate just how good Quad Biking Frodsham is and that’s by heading out on an off-road adventure of your own. So why not find out first hand why this brilliant quad centre is December’s venue of the month.

Celebrate Christmas With An Off-Road Adventure

The chaos of Christmas shopping seems to start earlier every year, and in just a few weeks time the high street will be a complete no-go zone. Thankfully you don’t even have to leave the comfort of your sofa to find the perfect present though. So sit back, relax, and let us run through what makes a Quad Nation voucher the perfect present.

They’re 100% unique & completely customisable

Every Quad Nation voucher is completely custom built by you! You choose the value (from £25), the message, and the gift wrap – making your gift 100% unique. So if you want to guarantee your gift really stands out, make the most of your chance to personalise this awesome present.

They allow you to explore the UK’s most rugged locations

We’re proud to boast the biggest and best choice of quad biking venues in the UK & Ireland, which means getting your hands on a Quad Nation vouchers gives you the chance to explore some of the country’s most spectacular locations. The only hard part is deciding which venue to visit first!

They’re available at any time.. even Christmas Day!

If you like to leave things a little last minute, or have just plain forgotten somebody your secret’s safe with us. By choosing an eVoucher you’ll receive your Quad Nation voucher instantly, and nobody will be any the wiser. Your voucher will be sent straight to your inbox, meaning all you need to do is print it out and take the credit for an awesome present. The perfect crime!

They’re valid for an unbeatable choice of experiences

A Quad Nation gift voucher can be used towards any experience listed on our website, which guarantees the recipient an adventure they’ll never forget! With quad treks, quad safaris and quad rambles to choose from, we promise they’ll find the perfect package for them.

They’re perfectly presented

Whether you choose an eVoucher, a gift box or a gift wallet, you can rest assured that your vouchers will arrive perfectly presented. Our signature gift wallets are ideal for slipping into cards and stockings, while our glossy gift boxes make the perfect Christmas keepsake – and they even include a free adrenalin guide!

Still not convinced? It’s not just us that love our gift vouchers..

“I had an awesome time, it was my best Christmas present ever.”

Samuel Hudson-Lett, Quad Biking Truro

“What a fantastic experience. A great Christmas present, thoroughly enjoyed, thank you!”

Chloe Black, Quad Biking Winchester

“A present for my son and his Dad. The massive grin on my 9 year olds face when he took off his helmet said it all. Thank you so much, father and son had an absolute ball.”

Julie Myall, Quad Biking Redhill

“My son was bought this as a Christmas Present. He had a Brilliant Time and wants to come again.”

Colette Young, Quad Biking Bedale

“My partner gave this as a present well pleased. Really enjoyed my time on the quads.”

Richard Morgan, Quad Biking Pontardawe

So why not give the gift of an unforgettable off-road adventure this year. Visit the Quad Nation website for more information.

Skipton Quad Biking is Quad Nation venue of the month!

As we edge towards Christmas the months seem to be flying by, and despite summer still being fresh in the memory it’s already time to name November’s venue of the month! Thankfully the incoming winter weather hasn’t put anybody off quad biking though, and after rifling through reams of fantastic reviews, we’re delighted to name Quad Biking Skipton as our venue of the month.

With over 160 acres of woodland, fields and quarryland to explore this incredible venue is the perfect place to put a quad bike through its paces, and the stunning surroundings of the Yorkshire countryside only make for a more memorable experience. It’s not just the breathtaking location that makes quad biking in Skipton so special though, each trek is tailor-made to give riders of all ages and abilities an experience they’ll never forget.

Another thing our customers love about Quad Biking Skipton is the range of experiences on offer, and you’ll find a mix packages that are perfect for both kids and big kids. So whether you’re looking for some family fun, or an excuse to play in the mud, there’s experiences for everybody. The only hard part is choosing between a 45 minute quad trek and a 60 minute quad trek!

Lastly, we’d like to give a special mention to the team of instructors and staff, who really go above and beyond to make every experience as enjoyable as possible.

Here’s just a small sample of Quad Biking Skipton’s fantastic feedback..

“If you have never done this . DO IT ! best experience ever, thank you for a fantastic hour.”

Ben Winfield, 15^th October 2016

“Great activity for those involved.”

Emmie Carmichael, 21st October 2016

“Brilliant experience! Would highly recommend and would love to do it again! The instructor Danny, course and scenery were excellent.”

Louise Reynolds, 24th September 2016

To book your quad biking experience at our amazing venue of the month, visit our website.