KIRK ZACK
Founder/test rider HMK USA, Hood River, OR
Favorite Riding Areas: We love to ride everywhere with our friends, from trail riding in Sweden and the Midwest to mountain riding all over, but we really like backcountry boondocking, deep powder, trees, etc. We are fortunate to ride all over with our athletes and every spot is a secret backcountry place we could not get to again if we tried. A favorite that sticks out is the ride we did in Togwotee (Wyoming) with Pink Ribbon Riders and in Alpine, WY with Dan Adams, Tony Jenkins and a great crew. We were also in the backcountry of Washington, Idaho, Utah, Colorado, Oregon and others.
Why There? The best part of the position is we get to see everyone's favorite secret spot and we get to ride with friends. The scenery is always unreal and the conditions always deliver.
I've thought about why I like Togwotee so much. There is terrain for everyone at every skill level from trail riding to boondocking to hillclimbing to tree riding. You name it. And there is SO much terrain. The scenery is unbelievable. I love that we can go as a family and my kids and wife have as much fun as I do-maybe more.
How Long Have You Been Riding? Since I was a kid in Wisconsin, 30 plus years. My first sled that I purchased on my own was a Suzuki Nomad.
Your Current Ride: Arctic Cat/HMK M8, 153 with a Boondocker Pump Gas Turbo, ZBroz 43-inch front end kit with ZBroz front and rear suspension, SLP Powder Pro Skis, FTI Hot Pot, Sportech Windshield and skid plate, AMP Billet goodies, Boss Seat, Torco Lubricants, Lotsa Powder Coating and sweet HMK Wilderness graphics.