Frequently Asked Questions

We offer the latest and greatest Polaris has to offer. Each year we get a brand new fleet of Polaris UTV’s.  Including the exhilarating RZR XP 1000, General XP 1000, and Xpedition ADV!! We also have a small fleet of Godfrey tri-toons including the Sweetwater and Monaco models. These boats are ideal for any boating experience. Bring friends and family for an exciting day of fishing, water sports activities or just relax and enjoy all the beauty Northwestern Wisconsin has to offer!

Most of our off-road vehicles come equipped with Polaris Ride Command. Please download the Polaris app on your phone before arriving in case your vehicle is not already equipped with it. The app can be downloaded below.

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Kids can ride as long as their feet can be flat on the floor of the UTV while sitting properly in the seat. 46″ is the approximate height, but as stated previously, their feet must be flat on the floor, back against the seat and be able to hold on. Absolutely NO ONE under the age of 18 is allowed to drive the machine at all.

No, we do not rent ATV’s – Saddle-type vehicles. Only UTVs/Side-By-Sides and tri-toon pontoons.

The public trail system runs right through our property and can lead you out to Minnesota or Wisconsin where you’ll have access to thousands of miles of trails. Grab your family and friends, bring a cooler, and tents and make it a multi day adventure or plan your adventure with some of our amazing  local lodging options.

Most of our machines have the Polaris Ride Command map system built into them. We do recommend using Polaris Ride Command or OnX Off-Road app for trails in event your vehicle does not have Ride Command. We do have paper maps available as well.

Up to $3,000 damage deposit HOLD – if the vehicle comes back the same way it left, we’ll release the funds. Scratches/damage bigger than a credit card will be charged.

Optional reduced damage waiver deposit ($1,500) available at check out.

When you arrive a damage deposit will be captured on a credit card. Multiple cards can be used if necessary. Please check your daily transaction limit and complete the waiver before arrival so we can ensure you get on the trails without delay. Failure to complete all waivers prior to rental time will result in a delay getting on the trail and thus decreased rental time.  Generally speaking, if everything on your ride went smoothly (no damage to the machine), we will release your deposit that day and you could see it returned within 24 hours. This duration depends on your bank.

18 years or older with a valid driver’s license and ATV/UTV safety certification if born on or after January 1, 1988. Drivers 18-21 must be accompanied by the individual who made the reservation age 21+ who is FULLY responsible for the vehicle. After several years of operation there have only been a handful of times drivers under the age of 21 have not rolled a machine.

For pontoons, tri-toons, or boats: Wisconsin boating safety certification or out of state equivalent certification is required for operators born on or after January 1, 1989.  Read the boating regulations [PDF] for full details on age and operating restrictions. NO ONE  under the age of 18 is allowed to operate the boat at anytime.

WI boaters course

WI OHV course

Depending on the extent of the damage, we will estimate the cost of labor/parts and take only that amount from your damage deposit – not to exceed that amount if you have not violated the waiver. Additional fines for violations of law or from the DNR may occur. As well as charges for loss of usage of the rental unit.

Only Members can trailer our machines. Click here to view membership options.

If you are NOT a member you can NOT trailer our units anywhere. This is a direct violation of the damage waiver and will result in termination of the rental without refund and to include repossession fees. Law enforcement will be involved if necessary.

Yes, to stay compliant with our waiver, you must be wearing your helmet at all times while the vehicle is moving. By signing the waiver you are agreeing that you and any passenger in the machine will be wearing a helmet at all times.

Our trails consist of a mix of gravel, sand, and mud with connecting roadways in between. Please respect all gravel roads and laws while on your adventure. Depending on rain/drought they can be either very wet and muddy or sandy/dusty. Plan accordingly based on current/recent weather conditions.

The following link is updated daily.

Burnett county trail conditions.  

Depending on the weather, you could get very muddy. You can avoid getting covered in mud by slowing down, and going slower through the water holes and avoiding the muddy areas. Or if desired drive through all the mud holes and see how dirty you can get!

Weather appropriate clothes that can get muddy/wet/dirty, gloves if you’d prefer, a cooler for nonalcoholic drinks/snacks, and a change of clothes when you return. Possibly a change of clothing for when you return.  A car charger for phones/cameras. The UTV comes with cigarette lighter or if equipped with Ride Command a USB port for charging. Helmets/Goggles are provided and are required to be worn. If you have your own DOT approved MX or full face helmet and eye protection you are welcome to bring them. Peddle bike helmets and skully style helmets are not allowed.

Call 911 if medical help is needed. Call us, we will help upright the vehicle, assess damage/safety concerns, and help you return to our shop. We will automatically keep the damage deposit hold until we can access the full extent of damage (this could take several days depending on the situation). This is standard procedure for our industry. Once that amount has been determined if it is less than the amount of the damage deposit the difference will be returned. If it is over the damage deposit amount will retain the entire deposit amount. Additional charges could occur due to lost rental day usage of the machine up to 14 days, possibly additional fees for recovery of the vehicle (dive teams are not cheap), DNR fines, or other possible fines/fees for violation of law.

After your scheduled return time, you’ll be charged $100/hour. If your lateness results in someone else losing their rental you will be charged their rental amount.

Absolutely! 20% is our discount to our currently active or inactive servicemen and women, medical professionals (nurses, doctors, etc) and first responders. Just show us your card/badge. We appreciate your service!

Guided tours can be arranged with proper advanced notice. If you desire a guided tour send us an email to support@throttlerentals.com include the dates in which you desire and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

Yes, as long as they meet our minimum requirements and have completed a waiver, anyone can drive your rental. If you let somebody who has not completed a waiver drive your rental, you will be liable for 100% of all costs for damages, even beyond your damage deposit.

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