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The History Of Thanksgiving & Black Friday at Surdyke

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With Thanksgiving tomorrow, many people are in the kitchen getting their feast ready for tomorrow. However, do you know why we are celebrating Thanksgiving? You may know about how the Pilgrims were celebrating their first successful and invited the Indians to join in the festivities, but there is a lot more to how Thanksgiving became what it is today. The best ATV dealer at the Lake of the Ozarks shares some little-known facts about the history of Thanksgiving.  Did You Know? It may have been a while since your last history lesson on Thanksgiving, so here is a brief video from The History Channel explaining how Thanksgiving began with a few fun facts you may not have known. Fun Facts About The History Of Thanksgiving - Turkey was not on the menu during the first Thanksgiving instead, they ate deer, duck, goose and shellfish.  - Thanksgiving did not become an annual event until nearly 200 years after the "first Thanksgiving." - Franklin D. Roosevelt briefly mov...

Surdyke's Spotlight: 2016 YXZ1000R SE

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At Surdyke Yamaha , you ride on our reputation. It isn't just our slogan, but the foundation we hold strong to. Whether on the water, the road or the dirt, if it has wheels or floats we sell it and ride it! If you are looking for a quality ATV at the Lake of the Ozarks that has speed, performance and ruggedness, the all new 2016 YXZ1000R SE may be what you have been waiting for.  Built For Fun The all-new YXZ1000R SE doesn’t just reset the bar for sport side-by-sides, it is proof that Yamaha is the leader in power sports performance. Featuring a new 998cc inline triple engine mated to a 5-speed sequential shift gearbox with On-Command® 4WD, massive FOX Racing Shox® suspension front and rear, and styling the competition can’t touch, the new YXZ1000R SE is in a class by itself—the only true pure sport SxS ever developed. Jutting defiantly through the front hood and defining the rear of the vehicle, the YXZ1000R SE's huge piggyback FOX® 2.5 Podium RC2 Shocks® bring ...

5 Dirt Bike Riding Tips

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Racing a KTM dirt bike is exciting, thrilling and nerve-wracking. However, it also requires a lot of practice and patience. the thrill of racing is only half the game. Whether you are just learning the ropes, or you're a seasoned pro who's brushing up on the basic, here are a few things to remember as you learn to operate your new Lake of the Ozarks dirt bike .  1.Throttle & Clutch Control Figuring out the throttle is all about timing. How far to roll it and when to let up takes some time. When you throw in the clutch, things can get a bit confusing, especially if dirt bike riding is new to you. There is only one thing that you can do to get the hang of things, and that is practice, practice and practice some more.  Don't blaze out the gate the first time you cruise through a lap.  Take things slow and test them out at different speeds. Each lap you take, stretch out your comfort level and practice your technique. The biggest mistake you can make is thinking...

Get Ready For Hunting with Surdyke Yamaha!

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The fall hunting season in Missouri is just around the corner. Many hunters will be getting their gear ready for hunting excursion at the Lake of the Ozarks. However, do you have one of the best hunting tools? An ATV can make your hunting trip even better, as it can carry all of your equipment and game, which can make your hunting trip and season easier than ever. Check out two models you can purchase from the best ATV dealer at the Lake of the Ozarks. 2016 Yamaha Wolverine R-Spec EPS The all-new Wolverine R-Spec EPS features an aggressive, compact look and is designed to be the most capable off-road recreation side-by-side. Here are just a few of the top features of this tough ATV: - The Wolverine R-Spec EPS offers the perfect blend of suspension, handling, drivetrain and chassis working together to give you the ability to traverse rough terrain with confidence and best-in-class comfort. - Wolverine R-Spec EPS features a class-leading 4-wheel independent suspension with KYB ul...