Experiencing the Silver Lake Sand Dunes Part 1

This is the beginning of a three day trip riding in Michigan. I had always heard of the Silver Lake Sand Dunes growing up and it was cool to finally go there and ride!
I decided to vlog a little more than usual and made a time-lapse of my little adventure over from Mankato Minnesota. The ferry experience was awesome and it’s pretty cool to know it’s only 5 and a half hours from my house and I can be in Michigan. I’ll definitely be using it again when I make my return trip in September!
Big thanks to all people who helped make this trip happen! My Parents, my buddy Bruce, Raptorman (Josh), and Alan for making my first time at Silver Lake a total breeze.
The first part of this is definitely a good overview of the area. Unfortunately the 30 mph plus headwinds out of the south pretty much made the big test hill not jumpable. So much sand would hit your face at the top that it wasn’t in the cards for me.
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It was also fun to meet Alex Houdek who is an avid motocross racer and has his own channel Brapp Bros.
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His TRX450 was down for maintenance but he still ripped it up on his Warrior 350. It was also cool to ride with his buddies Trevor, Stephen, Kaleb, and Ben!
I practically recorded the whole day so I figured I should split this into 2 parts. The 2nd part picks up after the rain stops and will feature a bunch of 250r walk arounds, drag racing, and some group riding shots.
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**All Silver Lake Footage is backed by a Commercial Filming Permit provided by the DNR**

[@nangritter4506]

I love your enthusiasm. Mid week is definitely the best time to be on the dunes. You practically have the place to yourself!!

[@PeteHager]

Thanks man! I definitely would love to do a weekday ride again next time. Its fun to people/machine watch on the weekends but kinda chaotic for filming and riding in the high traffic areas. I'm excited to go back next season!

[@sparda_]

hell yeah! fresh upload, keep this up Pete, we all love your videos.

[@JBRAAPY]

I like the music selection on this one...💯🔥👍👍Thanks for all you do for quads in general!!! Fantastic channel and content!!

[@BetsyKarr]

I like how you described it, "nervous excitement" that's exactly how I felt. You're living your best life

[@mxb5346]

That was a hell of a Journey... You must Really like riding. 😳😂👍

[@bradlangley8251]

Pure Michigan Baby!! Thanks Pete!!

[@simo41]

Yessss! Lovin it Pete! How good is riding the dunes!? Great to see you got everything sorted and were able to post it mate, looking forward to part 2! 👍👌

[@PeteHager]

Tassie Raptor Rider the dune riding was super fun! Unfortunately we had wind gusts up to 30 mph so that made jumping the big hills pretty much impossible because there was sand blowing at the tops of them. I’m glad we got the permit stuff solved and I’ll be going back in September to ride and film again. The next several uploads will be from silver lake!

[@T.J.Caldwell318]

Awesome video man can't wait for more

[@Bxltz-_-]

That place is so fun for all the family

[@700rRaptorLife]

Super cool video man can't wait until part 2

[@mikemartin7482]

Ive always been a vintage type of guy but man your videos got me dreaming at night about owning a brand new raptor and can am 1000! That damn canam sounds like a beefy little truck and that raptor just looks like it handles and rides like my dream quad!

[@cmmoto]

awesome looking place to ride

[@Onemorerep03]

Definitely deserves more subscribers for this amazing content

[@brandonkulikosky5068]

Awesome videos.... all of them, keep it up

[@jordandunks7269]

Keep it up man. Kust started watching ur videos. Great shots. Cant wait for silver lake part 2

[@stephenstocchiero8678]

Awesome video. Thanks putting me in your video. I was on the 2013 white suzuki ltz400.

[@PeteHager]

There’s a lot more footage of you guys in the 2nd part 👍

[@TerrellSpivey]

Riders heaven on earth! Lol Video was sick from start to end! I declare you were pulling those wheelies mad easy out there with those knobby tires! Awesome! Definitely looking forward to some more footage! We yet appreciate your dedication! 💯💯💪

[@PeteHager]

Thanks man! I’m so glad we worked out the legal side of things and I’ll be able to share everything! You guys keep me going🤟

[@TerrellSpivey]

@@PeteHager no doubt brobro! And yeah I'm sure it will pay off!

[@wildwhiskeywolf8198]

Great vid Pete! Thanks for sharing... SE red Raptors are sweet!

[@DawidSlodyczka]

Love these kind of videos! Honestly I wish I was at Silver Lake to come meet you but couldn't make it. There;s always next year! Can't wait to meet all of my sport quad kind over there!

[@PeteHager]

Mr. Zuki I’m planning on coming back in September👍

[@jadenverduin4348]

I just got a Yamaha Warrior for my early birthday present. My dad and I basically rebuilt it from the ground up. I can’t wait to take it on the sand dunes.

[@dep5562]

It was good seeing you there man let us know if you come again we will be there with the Jeep and the banshee in the back

[@PeteHager]

Dep556 I plan on returning in September so I’ll be sure to announce when the dates are!

[@ashyy2364]

Thanks man for sharing the content much love

[@ononewheel7]

Place looks awesome!

[@andrewspoto9378]

That looks fun. Nice riding. Stay safe,strong,and keep up the good work.

[@SigCross]

Kick ass video Pete !

[@The700XXrider]

Awesome video, real dedication making that trip! That had to be a memorable experience!

[@PeteHager]

Aaron Weaver it was awesome! I’m going back in September 😬

[@leedimatteo5078]

epic dune wheelies bud!!

[@PeteHager]

Lee DiMatteo it was so fun! Just give it a little gas and lean back

[@frankiehughes7423]

What a wherlie!!!! @ 8:24

[@Cruz474]

Planned a great trip, the badger is so cool.

[@partytime11]

I love your quad and the trail videos

[@cobusvanwyk4362]

Love your videos!!👌🏼💪🏼keep it up!

[@alanholden2343]

Was good to Meet and ride with ya bud, I happily call ya a friend now. When you come back in September I'll be sure to bring the RZR with the Raptor. Maybe even hit up Bundy hill while were at it.

[@PeteHager]

Alan Holden that would be fun man! I have a feeling I’ll be there for a whole week 😅

[@donaldwilliams5448]

That Honda trailer is sick love the channel buddy 👍

[@subtlecynicalsarcasm]

awesome video again man. keep it up

[@alexhoudek13]

So glad I was able to meet up with you there. It was cool that you included the part when my chain broke😂 Can't wait for part 2!

[@PeteHager]

Alex Houdek they’ll be good footage of you guys in part 2👍

[@daddyrat]

Awesome wheelie on your intro! Liked!

[@Milkjug3349]

So great to meet you!! Hope to see you back again sometime!

[@PeteHager]

Milkjug3349 coming back in September 😬

[@mikelopez1393]

Cool and sweet.....

[@djm8707]

That was a pretty cool vid , I live in Michigan and I’ve never been to the Sandune’s I just thought it wouldn’t be fun I’m more of a trail rider more technical but that looks pretty cool I’m gonna have to check that out ! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼😁

[@PeteHager]

Dj M it was definitely fun but I know there’s tons of trails for me to ride in Michigan. My last ride of the trip was on a trail called Little O up by Luther. I plan on exploring that are more when I come in September

[@yancyturner8880]

I love your videos man!

[@ryanruppert1683]

Damn.. I was gonna go with that group of guys that had the broken chain... super bummed I couldn't make it. Would've been sick to meet you!

[@dallanc5199]

Cool video, nice format showing the area. Found you not long ago, fast becoming a fan. Come out to Utah sometime, several nice dunes here. Little Sahara w/ its Sand Mountain is a classic place to ride

[@PeteHager]

Dallan C if I head west for a big trip I’ll definitely be announcing it. Hopefully I can put together a big trip next season! 🤟

[@dallanc5199]

@@PeteHager Come Easter weekend and your mind will be blown. 18-20k people all make a virtual city out in the desert for the weekend. 10's of millions of $$$ worth of toys all out there burning 91+ octane.

[@loganyost8746]

I am an avid dune rider! I actually have a modded ktm 525 like your old one. I highly recommend paddle tires for more dunes trips. Crucial for hill climbing

[@hankyspanky1987]

I got a 1979 ATC threewheer.....70cc big bored over to an 88cc...its all original parts except the few things I did to it like the big bore (88cc)

[@FinclipRIP]

Super dope your actually in michigan I ride at the dunes a few times a year

[@Vazerin]

I wanna head back up to silver lake this year, been there twice, first time in my buddies chevy, all stock, lost a muffler in the sand after landing hard, and the second time with a 2020 RZR 900, now I got a 2021 Yamaha Yfz450r and 1987 Honda TRX250X and want to try it with thay

[@bansheedumontdunes6207]

You need to go to Dumont dunes present weekend it’s a blast in the dunes are huge

[@goodbyemr.anderson5065]

This is one of the best videos evaaaaaaaa. Not one bike, are they not allowed there?? I'm glad all the paper work and permits worked out and you could upload these vids v

[@stephenstocchiero8678]

Bikes are allowed but this weekend was the raptor rally so there were lots of quads and not as many bikes.

[@PeteHager]

From what I saw you can drive anything in there as long as you meet their regulations. The bikes are crazy fast pit there. I have more footage of trucks and drag racing coming up in part 2 and from my 2nd day at Silver

[@goodbyemr.anderson5065]

K thanks guys. Probably to far for me to drive, but looks freaking fun to rip on.

[@dannyeswein5037]

Love the red truck red quad🤙

[@PeteHager]

Thanks man!

[@everythingloud4068]

2 thumbs up. So good

[@tristenarnold8474]

I was there two weeks ago and sat on that banshee

[@PeteHager]

Tristen Arnold that owner was super cool. I have quite a bit of video with him racing

[@tristenarnold8474]

Nice

[@tristenarnold8474]

Pete Hager I have an 06 raptor 700r se

[@locosammy383]

First time I've seen a z400 in your videos that I watched I love the z400

[@PeteHager]

There's a few Z400's in a couple vids here and there 😅👍

[@locosammy383]

@@PeteHager that's cool I have an 05 z400 it's bored out to a 490 I love it it is a beast nothing like your raptor but I still love it

[@liamgehring9572]

Get er done love ur vids

[@TVL2500ls]

Das Video ist absolut Cool 👍

[@Jordi-502]

Your quad is so Nice ❤️❤️🔥🔥💪💪

[@RaptorWRLD]

Stay Golden Pony Boy....

[@garrettfrost771]

Wow😂 read that at the end of the year for my English class

[@PeteHager]

Lol thanks Raptorman 🤟

[@demetrios5311]

Pete, try those 4 snow tires you have for the sand dunes. I heard good stuff about them....

[@timbertiger12]

I highly recommend going to sliver lake to anyone. Even if you get a rental quad, jeep or side by side

[@garyburbank8895]

I have a set of gold wheels on my Honda 200s and both manco dingo buggys i have a set of snow / sand tires and a set of somewhat stock tires silver Lake is awesome i love snow riding

[@joepop46-6]

You should check out The little Sahara sand dunes in Oklahoma. It’s probably a 10 hour drive from where you live but I’m heading down there this weekend

[@PeteHager]

I've been there once several years ago! there's been some talk of us getting a group to go down around October/November

[@bloopsh6869]

Nice video :)

[@evaneyeball7953]

me and my dad went to sandlake oregon yesterday.it was my first time in the sand with my 2001 400ex and it was his first time taking out his polaris outlaw 525. it was awesome and sand lake is soo small we got bored doing the same thing over and over again

[@getlostbrandon]

not sure where you're located but Florence or anything south of there is much better. World class riding versus county park... ya know.

[@evaneyeball7953]

@@getlostbrandon it was the closest thing to us because it was a day trip and we were still working out kinks with our quads . in the first 15 minutes we had already brought my quad back for repairs twice and didnt want anything bad enough to make us go home happen and then have to drive 5 hours back .

[@getlostbrandon]

I have a 2000 400ex I just rebuilt last fall. I used to ride it a lot 14 years ago, they are great bikes!

[@greenwaytruckinginc6134]

@@getlostbrandon where the good spots in SC? I live in Greensboro, NC. I've heard of a couple of areas that's supposed to be decent.

[@getlostbrandon]

@@greenwaytruckinginc6134 I dunno, I live in Oregon lol

[@abedanielspictures]

Ha! I've made the same trip from Door Co!

[@chris25738]

Hi Chris. B Quad. Cool.

[@ononewheel7]

Im patiently waiting for part 2 What the hell are you doing 🤣🤣 Oh and your are getting close to that 40k mark holy crap man!!

[@PeteHager]

It was super nice so I went Kayaking yesterday 😅I've been working on it today. I'll have it up tomorrow! and the sub count has been crazy. I don't know where all these people are coming from lol

[@messiahslim6540]

I’m not a simple man but when I see a Pete Hager video I click it.

DUNES

[@spidusp]

CANADA Represents ;)

[@FREEDOMSYNDICATEOFFICIAL]

Ah wheelie party, 😂... So what did the officer's check for at the entrance, tag or spark arrestor?

[@PeteHager]

QUADNATION 929 they check for tabs and the arrestor like you said. I didn’t see them checking for sound but I think they bust out the decibel meter from time to time

[@dathanscherer6493]

I’m in Grand Rapids

[@susdad]

Shout to ludington 😂... Hamlin lake , ludington state park, that’s what’s up

[@CHAMP_theBULLDOG27]

I kinda regret not getting the red 450yfz se.i got the grey one instead.theyre all cool quads 💯

[@PeteHager]

Zo Wattz they’re all awesome for sure. I was super close to get the YFZ instead but I’ve been happy with the Raptor. Eventually I’ll get a 450 for the occasional track day and if I want to do more jumping

[@CHAMP_theBULLDOG27]

Can’t go wrong with Yamaha quads.like ur videos bro 💯💯

[@cbell-tf6xi]

You should make the trip down to Indiana sometime and hit the badlands!

[@PeteHager]

Definitely on my hit list for next season. A lot of people have recommended it

[@itsshodge1619]

pete drives fast in his truck too 😂

[@PeteHager]

lol I like the way it sounds 😆

[@itsshodge1619]

well you weren’t passing too many people just about EVERYONE😂 lmao

[@thekontribute]

Dude I live by Sheboygan! Next time your going to the dunes let me know!

[@PeteHager]

Where do you ride near Sheboygan? theres no areas around there or I would bring my quad more often

[@cody2254]

Come to the Oregon Dunes by Reedsport sometime Bro!

[@PeteHager]

I'm hoping to do a NW road trip next season if the channel keeps growing and I can save enough money to do it! I want to hit a few dune and trail destination's on the way. As well as ride with Trailblogger in northern Cali!

[@REDD133]

Was there anything to do or eat while on the SS Badger? Also was it worth it time and money wise to take the ferry ⛴ vs driving through Illinois and Indiana?

[@PeteHager]

Yep, my trip over was during the afternoon so they had a full lunch buffet for around $12. Pretty basic food but it was all good. Then they have a cafeteria on the main level that has food and beverages being served the whole time. They also serve beer and wine but I didn't want to pay $5 for a beer. While on the afternoon trip they played Bingo and they also have a movie room where they played 2 movies over the trip. They also apparently have a museum and gift shop but I didn't take the time to check it out. I personally thought it was totally worth it because I went by myself and I was able to spend my time working on my videos instead of driving. I'm sure it would have been cheaper to drive but being able to more productive with my time was priceless, plus it was pretty fun! The dunes also being 30 minutes away played a big factor into this. It was too convenient not to take it.

[@alainaparrott9280]

My dad owns parrots landing

[@claythrelkeld4607]

Do you use sand specific goggles when you go to the dunes? If so, what brand? If not, do you regret not having some?

[@nfelectronics8185]

Pete hager my dream is to have a raptor 700 man its fast.

[@davidlyons8278]

You should go to Glamis.... it would be a very very long drive... but you would be at the best hills there are in the world....

[@creedbratton1492]

Love your videos what go pro mount are you running?

[@PeteHager]

Creed Bratton thanks man! I actually Jerry rigged my own set up. This video gives you an idea on how I did it kzbin.info/www/bejne/faewo2R9atOCY7c

[@matthewsolt2034]

What year is your raptor? I’m raptor shopping and I really like the way yours looks.

[@PeteHager]

Matthew Solt mine is a 2019 special edition. Our dealer has a red one on the floor if your near Minnesota👍

[@carterdonar6429]

Hey Man I live in Wisconsin and it won’t quit raining! There is never any loose dirt to kick up😢

[@PeteHager]

Carter Donar where do you ride in Wisconsin? I’m looking for sport quad riders in that state. I haven’t been contacted by many

[@carterdonar6429]

I don’t have a sport quad yet but I’m thinking of buying a raptor 660 because the price is definitely right.

[@aaronprevo6889]

Where did you get the plate decal on you're left front fender?? Thats awesome

[@PeteHager]

I got them off ebay! Just type in "raptor 700 warning lables" 👍 They were stainless steel and I had then powdercoated black

[@aaronprevo6889]

Awesome thank you!

[@kaddinhinds7398]

I live in Michigan

[@zachprobst4684]

What kind of muffler do you have on the raptor? I'm looking for a good one to put on my trx.

[@PeteHager]

MealyGrain it has an HMF but I’m thinking about switching to Empire. I was able to check out their exhausts on a lot of quads during this trip and I can tell how quality they are. Plus their said to build the most power 👍

[@zachprobst4684]

@@PeteHager thanks, I've been looking at some of the hmfs and I was honestly really surprised to see how expensive they are for just a slip on. I'm not sure if I can do it lol

[@mathyftw2203]

Come to Vegas I’ll take you to dumont dunes

[@JBRAAPY]

👀👀💯🔥👍👍🤘🤘

[@Chong1975]

I hear Manitowoc and I just think of Making a Murderer!

[@PeteHager]

J.F Cote lol you aren’t the only one who’s said that to me

[@lukeworrell8479]

Pete Bro!! I saw you but didn’t know where you went! Did you see a white Yamaha warrior out there? Like older model?

[@lukeworrell8479]

And sorry our roads are trash😂

[@PeteHager]

@@lukeworrell8479 You should've chased me down! I think I remember seeing more than one warrior out there that day! I was watching for any and all sport quads lol

[@Hammerdownutv231]

very awesome video man if you ever come back to silver lake let me know ive been going up for 20 years. Just hit me up and we can rip

[@PeteHager]

nick I plan on coming back in September 👍

[@grimreaper1180]

I have a 400 ATV

[@catherinerayos1760]

What GoPro mount do you use on your chin?

[@PeteHager]

Catherine Rayos I zip tied my own little contraption together lol. Here’s a video showing how it’s set up kzbin.info/www/bejne/faewo2R9atOCY7c

[@ericcontreras4030]

Just wait until you go to glamis 😮

[@PeteHager]

Eric Contreras someday! It would be an epic road trip to the west coast. I would definitely plan on riding with trailblogger if I did

[@ericcontreras4030]

@@PeteHager For sure👍. Glamis is a different planet. Lol

[@erickgutierrez2181]

pete i have the same exact quad and its my first but i let the clutch out once then it started then i did it again and now it doesnt start what should i do?

[@brandonwells6527]

Like killed it with the clutch? Does it sound like the starter is working just not turning over the engine? Did that to my 2005 raptor and turned out I sheared all the starter clutch bolts. Relatively cheap and easy fix. And easy to upgrade to bigger bolts with a dill and a tap & die set

[@erickgutierrez2181]

brandon wells yea I killed it but it sounds like it wants to start and where can I get the bolts?

[@robk9180]

Where is your favorite spot to ride in Michigan? Mines probably bundy or st helen

[@PeteHager]

I only rode Silver Lake and Little O trail on this trip. I really hope to hit more trails later this year once the covid stuff is further behind us. I've heard good things about Bundy. I know theres tons of good trails throughout the state

[@thomasclepper9146]

What gopro and mount do you use?

[@PeteHager]

Thomas Clepper I Jerry rigged my own. Here’s a link to the set up kzbin.info/www/bejne/faewo2R9atOCY7c

[@akthrottle9078]

So I’m trying to buy bars for my 2019 raptor would the EVO bars be just as good as the contour???

[@PeteHager]

Definitely, from what I've read they're supposed to be a better bar actually!

[@akthrottle9078]

Pete Hager thanks Im thinking about going with the blue pair. Also do you think that the alba nerf bars would be just as good as your pro armor nerf bars? Quality wise

[@johnstorm5437]

Hey I'm going there in a couple months. Any tips or things I should make sure I have before going ?

[@PeteHager]

I'm sure you've seen that their pretty vigilant against spark arrestors so make sure you have one. As far as riding goes just make sure you do a few warm up laps to get a feel for the place before faster riding. Also, if it's busy like most weekends really be on the lookout for the bigger machines. Never park in a low, hard to see spot and always try to park facing downhill to prevent getting stuck. Paddles are also worth the investment for the added experience 👍

[@johnstorm5437]

@@PeteHager thanks dude, yea were going in April. I don't have paddles tho. My 700r and warrior have gbc rear tires like new and my kfx700 has bear claws ...think thats. Issue. Also I seen they check for noise. I got a rs2 yoshi on my raptor. That good?