Two Hills Sport Quad Rider Hitting Her Stride

Two Hills Sport Quad Rider Hitting Her Stride

Michelle Pinon - News Advertiser

Two Hills area resident Jorja Nikiforuk just loves to get away from everything and just throttle out.

The sport quad rider recently had the chance to do just that at the Chaos Motocross track which hosted a Meet & Greet for members of the ATV Triple Crown Series.

It was a fun ride for racers, including Jorja, who took full advantage of site that sits on 160 acres of rolling hills. The park is owned and operated by Roger and Dawn Buska. It is a national level motocross track which is located approximately 13 kilometres southeast of Two Hills.

Jorja Nikiforuk.

(Michelle Pinon/Photo)

For the most part, ATV riders are banned from motocross tracks, but Roger said they are working with the ATV Triple Crown Series organizers, to provide them with the opportunity to experience their track which features a beginner track, junior and intermediate track, expert trail, and obstacle course.

On average there can be 100 riders any given weekend. It’s considered to be one of the best facilities in the province. Roger and Dawn are constantly making improvements to the motocross park they purchased 12 years ago.

Roger says they are going to install campsites on the property as most of the clientele are families, who participate in the recreational sport altogether.

Last year was the first year Jorja came to check out the track. “I had so much fun I had to come back.”

She said the other riders that come out to the track are very kind and nice to one another which she appreciates. And while Jorja is only riding recreationally right now, she plans to race competitively in the future.

Jorja said her dad grew up riding motorcycles and quads on their Two Hills area farm and bought her a 50cc quad when she was just five-years-old. They always had a few different ATV’s and dirt bikes on the farm to ride. “I started looking into the sport ATV’s and they really caught my eye and looked like they would be fun to ride, and they are.

At first, Jorja wasn’t sure if she would get the hang of riding, but managed to do so. Her brother rides dirt bikes and they have close friends who ride, so they like to get out for a ride whenever they possibly can.

Before getting into the sport, Jorja said it is important to have the right quad that suits your ability, to ride with people you feel comfortable with, and who won’t pressure you into things you don’t want to do. They should be willing to help out anytime and won’t leave you behind. She said riders need to be aware of their surroundings and take baby steps along the way.

Of course, safety gear is essential and should include a helmet, riding boots, gloves, proper clothing, neck brace and chest protector.

What makes the motocross park unique is that they can accommodate all ages and skill levels which makes it an ideal setting for the entire family to enjoy.