WELCOME TO FRED FINDS RIDES!

This blog is dedicated to help guide you to some awesome deals on used motorcycles, ATVs, boats, sleds and RVs! From scouring KIJIJI to digging through local classifieds, I'm always on the lookout for a great find.

My focus is in Western Canada - British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. This is where I provided my expertise through my career. We'll also be mixing in some fun guides from our expert content creators in addition to the standard "buyers guide" type posts. I hope you enjoy reading along!

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Revival Powersports

Aug 25, 2022
6 min

What’s the Deal with Doc Fees?

Fees have been a point of contention for automotive and recreational dealers for decades now. With a plethora of different fees being disguised under different names, it is hard to know exactly what you are paying for. In some cases a dealer may be up front with fees. Others choose to use fine print. In the worst case, others may skirt the law and hide the fee entirely. In every case the buyer has the power so if you aren’t comfortable - question everything. What is a Doc Fee

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Ultimate KIJIJI Travel Trailer Buyers Guide for Western Canada! (08-24-2022)

Fred Finds Rides

Aug 24, 2022
1 min

Ultimate KIJIJI Travel Trailer Buyers Guide for Western Canada! (08-24-2022)

Good day everybody! Today I explore of all Western Canada looking for the best travel trailer deals around. In case you missed it, our content crew just posted an awesome guide for new trailer owners that is worth taking a minute to check out. We're excited to be bringing more regular content as our team continues to ramp up and grow so thank you for being a part of the journey. Now - lets get shopping! All of these listings are active as of writing this on August 24th, 2022.

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Safety Checklist for New RV & Trailer Owners (2022)

Content Crew

Aug 19, 2022
2 min

Safety Checklist for New RV & Trailer Owners (2022)

First, let me congratulate you on the purchase of your new RV or travel trailer! I know you’re eager to make new memories in your RV, but before you hit the road, it’s essential to make sure you’re prepared for your trip. Things can happen, even overnight in your own driveway, so it’s important to do a safety check before you depart with your trailer. Check out my travel safety checks below to make sure you’re ready for whatever the open road throws at you! Thanks to our par

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KIJIJI Motorcycle Buyers Guide - Western Canada - Listings Active Today! (08-17-2022)

Fred Finds Rides

Aug 17, 2022
1 min

KIJIJI Motorcycle Buyers Guide - Western Canada - Listings Active Today! (08-17-2022)

Hey everyone! I'm back with another look across Western Canada at some of the best motorcycle finds on KIJIJI. There is still (hopefully) plenty of riding to get to this season so if you're looking to buy there is no better time than now. If you're on the hunt for your very first ride we did outline some tips for new riders in earlier this month. Without any more delay, lets get shopping! All of these listings are active as of writing this on August 17th, 2022. Thanks to our

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Top 5 Campgrounds in Saskatchewan to Visit This Summer (2022)

Content Crew

Aug 13, 2022
2 min

Top 5 Campgrounds in Saskatchewan to Visit This Summer (2022)

If you’ve never been camping in Saskatchewan, you're definitely missing out! Many Canadians overlook Saskatchewan when considering camping options, but the reality is that the province boasts some of the most beautiful and picturesque campgrounds in the country. Get your camper ready because we’re checking out my top 5 Saskatchewan camping spots for you to enjoy this summer! Moose Mountain Provincial Park Perfect for year-round adventures, Moose Mountain Provincial Park is on

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KIJIJI Manitoba Deep Dive - The Best Deals on Used Motorcycles, ATVs & Trailers! (08-11-2022)

Fred Finds Rides

Aug 11, 2022
1 min

KIJIJI Manitoba Deep Dive - The Best Deals on Used Motorcycles, ATVs & Trailers! (08-11-2022)

Hey everybody! I've been dropping deep dives outlining the best deals I can find across Western Canada on motorcycles, ATVs and camper trailers. We've already explored Alberta and Saskatchewan earlier this week - next stop, Manitoba! With a wide variety of scenery to explore and some fantastic camping, this province is an outdoorsman's paradise. So without further ado, lets get shopping! All of these listings are active as of writing this on August 11th, 2022. MOTORCYCLES ATV

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Fred Finds Rides

Aug 10, 2022
1 min

Fred Finds Rides - Official Blog Partner of Revival Powersports!

Today is a great day for Fredfindsrides.com! We're happy to be able to announce that our little blog has officially partnered with the team at Revival Powersports. The team there has been beyond helpful in getting our website set up and providing much of the backend kick that we simply didn't have experience with when starting up. Here is a breakdown of what we expect this partnership to mean to us ... Buyers Guide Updates Our plan is to have our buyers guides keep improving

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Fred Finds Deep Dive - KIJIJI Alberta - Top Deals on Used Motorcycles, ATVs & Trailers! (08-09-2022)

Fred Finds Rides

Aug 9, 2022
2 min

Fred Finds Deep Dive - KIJIJI Alberta - Top Deals on Used Motorcycles, ATVs & Trailers! (08-09-2022)

Yesterday I did a deep dive on the best deals to be found on KIJIJI Saskatchewan. Today I am going to turn focus to their neighbor to the west and dig deep in Alberta. In this article I outline the best deals I could find for anything motorcycle, ATV or camper trailer related. Looking back - a lot of my finds have been moving quick so don't dilly dally if you're in the market. Lets shop! All of these listings are active as of writing this on August 9th, 2022. MOTORCYCLES ATV

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Fred Finds Deep Dive - Used Motorcycles, ATVs & Trailers on KIJIJI Saskatchewan! (08-08-2022)

Fred Finds Rides

Aug 8, 2022
1 min

Fred Finds Deep Dive - Used Motorcycles, ATVs & Trailers on KIJIJI Saskatchewan! (08-08-2022)

We're ramping up to some big news here on Fred Finds Rides but in the meantime I am going to focus on everything Saskatchewan. Whether you're looking for a used motorcycle, ATV or camper trailer - I have some great finds to check out. Over the next week or so I'll be doing a deep dive in every Western Province so keep an eye out. I have a bunch to go over here so lets get rolling! All of these listings are active as of writing this on August 8th, 2022. MOTORCYCLES ATVS CAMPER

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Top 5 Campgrounds in Manitoba to Visit This Summer (2o22)

Content Crew

Aug 7, 2022
2 min

Top 5 Campgrounds in Manitoba to Visit This Summer (2o22)

Hey there, it’s your friend Fred! Did you know that Manitoba is home to more than 50 campgrounds scattered across its vast forested landscape that cater to every type of camping enthusiast? If you’ve never been to Manitoba, you’re going to love the pristine lakes and lush greenery that make up this under-rated Canadian province that’s home to some of the best beaches in Canada. To make it easy, I’m counting down my top five campgrounds in Manitoba so you can enjoy some new sc

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Fred Finds the Best Used Travel Trailers on KIJIJI in Saskatchewan and Manitoba! (08-05-2022)

Content Crew

Aug 5, 2022
1 min

Fred Finds the Best Used Travel Trailers on KIJIJI in Saskatchewan and Manitoba! (08-05-2022)

Good afternoon my friends. Today I am on the hunt for some great deals on travel trailers in Saskatchewan and Manitoba! If you missed my earlier article - I covered BC and Alberta travel trailers earlier this week. I expect to be dropping a couple of blogs showcasing some great camping out in SK and MB over the next couple of weeks so keep your eyes peeled. Lets go shopping! All of these listings are active as of writing this on August 5th, 2022. SASKATCHEWAN MANITOBA Chart

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24 Basic Tips For First Time Motorcycle Owners & Riders

Content Crew

Aug 3, 2022
4 min

24 Basic Tips For First Time Motorcycle Owners & Riders

Starting out as a brand new rider can be both exciting and frightening at times. Some may be intimidated to ask the basic questions that anyone riding should know. In this post I outline 24 very basic things that anybody who buys their first first motorcycle should keep in mind but may be afraid to ask. Some of these may be common sense but that doesn't make it any less important to point out. Let's get rolling! 1. You should check your motorcycle's engine oil level

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Finding the Top Used Travel Trailers on KIJIJI in BC and Alberta! (08-02-2022)

Fred Finds Rides

Aug 2, 2022
1 min

Finding the Top Used Travel Trailers on KIJIJI in BC and Alberta! (08-02-2022)

Good evening my friends! Today I will be focusing on travel trailers in BC and Alberta! I expect to follow up with Saskatchewan and Manitoba later this week so keep your eyes peeled. If you're an avid camper and haven't checked it out I did another post on the best ATV friendly campgrounds in British Columbia that is definitely worth looking at. Finally without any more delay - lets shop! All of these listings are active as of writing this on August 2nd, 2022. BRITISH COLUMB

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The Best Amazon Boat Accessories You Can Buy for Under $30 (August 2022)

Content Crew

Aug 1, 2022
2 min

The Best Amazon Boat Accessories You Can Buy for Under $30 (August 2022)

Fred here! Summer is in full force and there’s no better way to celebrate than adding some fun new accessories to your boat! Here’s a list of some of my favorite boating finds from Amazon that will make your motorboat a little bit cooler this season and won’t break the bank ... Floating Keychains - $14.99 Dropping your keys in the water might be one of the biggest fears of every boat owner. Thankfully, you can enjoy peace of mind for a mere $14.99 by adding a floating keychai

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ABOUT FRED FINDS RIDES

Fredfindsrides.com begun as an idea sparked from Fred's love of powersports and the desire to give back from his years of knowledge in the industry. Starting as a simple and modest powersports buyers guide, the site has evolved and expanded its team with content creators and even some small business partnerships. Fred has worked in the industry throughout Western Canada with roots and friends in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

Whether you're in the market for a used motorcycle, ATV, boat, snowmobile or RV - Fred hopes that he can find the perfect value to fit what you're after. We hope you enjoy reading and following along!

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