What is the difference between an ATV and a Side-by-Side?

A very commonly asked question is, what is the difference between an ATV and a Side-by-Side?  Here are some facts that will help you pick which machine is better for you.

WHAT IS AN ATV?

ATVs are otherwise known as four-wheelers; the driver sits in front, and the passenger will sit behind the driver. Four-wheelers are very easy to operate and a fun recreational vehicle to get outside and enjoy the mountains in!

WHAT IS A SIDE-BY-SIDE (UTV)?

Many people call it a UTV (utility terrain vehicle), but some call these vehicles side-by-sides, and they’re not wrong. Basically, a UTV and a side-by-side are the same. They are also sometimes referred to as SxS. The UTV has been a hot topic in the world of power sports since it hit peak popularity. Different terms are used to describe these vehicles, but they all mean essentially the same thing: a side-by-side machine with off-road capabilities and sporting powers. We call them side-by-sides,” which means exactly as it says: you sit side-by-side with each other in the vehicle, the same as you would in a car.

THE ATV AND SIDE-BY-SIDE ARE CAPABLE OF OFF-ROAD ADVENTURES

Whichever machine you choose, they are both fully capable of off-road adventured and a great way to see all of the scenery high up in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. We offer both guided and unguided ATV and side-by-side Tours and rentals. Spend the day in the mountains exploring and adventuring on each! Treat yourself and do the morning on an ATV and the afternoon on the side-by-side; you won’t be disappointed.

Colorado guided or unguided ATVs and side-by-side adventures in Breckenridge, Vail, Silverthorne, Dillon, Frisco, Copper Mountain, and Keystone.

If your ideal of adventure involves adrenaline-pumping joy in the alpine air and awe-inspiring scenery, book an unguided ATV or Side-by-Side rental or a tour on an ATV or Side-by-Side! Call us and reserve the mountain adventures you wish would last forever. (970)389-0629

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