Jan 27, 2015 to a fan of snowmobile racing in the 1990s, brad pake was synonymous with winning and team arctic. Team arctic sets historic win percentages during 2018 snowmobile race season. News letter drag race rules a race entry form sponsors for sale. Formula 500 constructors series presented by, novakar, qre, red devil, scorpion, sidewinder, tr1, dolphinmotorsports, jondal machine, and vertical curve racing great news. Snowmobile racing in the adirondacks the adirondack. This newly revised event will be called the seven clans winnipeg to willmar international 500, with race dates being february 11th through 14th. It is also possible that fileblade will forward complaints and report to legal authorities if necessary. International 500 snowmobile race the most grueling and. The i500 snowmobile race is michigans most thrilling experience for riders and motorsport fans of all kinds.
May 26, 2012 there are the rules in improved stock to make it a level playing field for all. Anyone refusing to retech will automatically be disqualified. Drivers reach speeds around the 120mph mark as they attempt to complete the full 500 miles and take home the coveted title of i500 winner. The track was actually set on an old creek bed of gravel and clay.
Once a snowmobile has completed registration to race it may be inspected at any time. Mar 29, 2018 ive witnessed many great race seasons over the past couple decades, but nothing that compares to 2018. A special media class was added to twelve other classes for this years i500 and was sponsored by arctic cat. Rules 20182021 official bevra general rules big extreme vintage racing association, inc. The affiliation of nssr with the international snowmobile racing isr association, who served as the umbrella organization for rules, brought legitimacy to the world record series. If you plan your trip for the right time of year, sault ste. First female finisher what ever possesses a woman to enter a rough and tumble snowmobile race. Snowmobile racing over the years page 1 publications. The season will start in middecember and run through early march. This race is easy to promote because theres so much energy in the snowmobile race communitypeople want to see posters. Nov 01, 2006 she has authored many books on a variety of subjects, including amazing stories. The season is over, the numbers are in and the record books are written in green. The first official speed run using sophisticated timing lights was held at west yellowstone at the old airport back in 1967 when bob eastman set the mark at 73.
Beginning just south of winnipeg, manitoba, canada, on january 31, it ended at st. The crosscountry race is a 3day event and is 500 miles long 170 miles a day. For the first time in snowmobiling history two 500mile crosscountry snowmobile races will compete headtohead for racers and sponsors. It is known across the country, and is also known to be the largest, longest singleday snowmobile race in the world. By 1975 things were improving some, and the stock rules were changed to reflect the realities of the still soft snowmobile market. I500 race committee midwest international racing assn. Racing aboard the mighty zrs beginning in 1994, pake established himself as one of the most talented and formidable terrain racers the sport had ever seen. These rules are discussed every spring at the isr meeting and voted on by ussa members, of which, the ussa prostar racing series is one. A special media class was added to twelve other classes for this years i 500 and was sponsored by arctic cat. Race locations included minnesota, wisconsin, canada, and wyoming. Nssr began its world record series in 1986 and held 6 races each winter.
The international 500 snowmobile race, commonly known in michigan as the soo 500, takes place annually in sault ste. I500s day of calamity began with first turn on first lap. Art seydel and della monteuil were given the task of showing forrest. This is pat mach, fearless leader of the united states crosscountry uscc and in many ways the savior of snowmobilings purest form of racing. Oct 27, 2015 a novelty race comprised of women drivers was so popular with the 1,000 spectators that the ladies canadian championship was organized in 1964. A dealer organized race in michigan in late december, 1962 helped launch todays most popular form of snowmobile racing, snocross. How well di d team green crush everyone in the yellow, red and blue camps. Improved stock rules snowmobile forums, news, polaris, ski. The 295s were dropped, the 400 class became 440, and build minimums were dropped to a tiny percentage of a manufacturers total production, with a minimum of 500 units for any class.
The international 500 snowmobile race is not just michigans most thrilling experience for riders and motorsport fans of all kinds, its not just the united states either, or for that matter, north americas. At the time, there was no standard of rules for snowmobile races of this type, so the i500. Schedule at a glance international 500 snowmobile race. If you have questions about snowmobile racing rules, please contact the isr. Each one of our riders rode one day of the 3day race. The 295s were dropped, the 400 class became 440, and build minimums were dropped to a tiny percentage of a manufacturers total production, with a. International 500 snowmobile race 984 w 4th ave, sault ste. Drivers reach speeds around the 120mph mark as they attempt to complete the full 500 miles and take home the coveted title of i 500 winner. Standings long lake vintage snowmobile racing association. There are the rules in improved stock to make it a level playing field for all. Even though thousands of riders are on the local trails during the race weekend, it still doesnt seem too crowded because they are enjoying the eagle river 500. Zoerners woodstoves your outdoor wood stove dealer. The first international500 i500 snowmobile race took place in 1966.
Isoc hired hall who also coordinated the 32day olympic torch run through minnesota in may to promote its newest race. These wellmarked trails provide fantastic views of. Amsnow fielded three media riders for the race aboard an arctic cat f5. Immediately following the race the top 3 divers may be immediately directed to the infield to retech if obvious violations of class rules, over modification, or incorrect classing of sled is noticed. Since 1969, hundreds of thousands of diehard snowmobile and winter enthusiasts have journeyed to sault ste. Marie is the home of the international 500 snowmobile race, known as the i500. Live coverage of the 52st annual i500 from wsoo 1230.
Must have 120cc original snowmobile engine, no aftermarket engines allowed and working tether. Mn man could fill book with snowmobile stories northland. Email isr through the contact us tab on the isr website. If mach pulls this off for 2012, it will be monumental. Improved stock rules snowmobile forums, news, polaris. New rules for the 2021 race season have been put in bold and bigger font general rules drivers must have tether attached when on sled full face helmet required with goggles or face shield. Ages 812 120cc max, may have non stock gearing, and pipe. F500 stock engine parameters and stock chassis with limited changes.
Telephonic race rules conference calls will be followed up with an information letter. Fast moving green arctic cat sno pro snowmobile racing during a race on march 2, 20 red and black polaris snowmobile racing high in air. Standard race rules marion vintage snowmobile club. Long lake vintage snowmobile racing association all rights reserved facebook. The ussa prostar racing series uses isr international. Nov 14, 2014 while the snowmobile racing community has been buzzing over the eminent return of the international 500 crosscountry race, the folks at the united states xcountry usxc, organizers of the event, have been relatively quiet on the topic as they ironed out final details. A look at the i500 snowmobile race where more than 30 teams race for 500 laps around a onemile track in sault ste. F500 this class is for all adult riders and uses standard f500 rules and regulations. As you can see by the picture below, forrest standing next to art seydel forrest was a large man. Outlaw this class is a singletrack cockpit style sled, utilizing a full roll cage. Snowmobile racing in the adirondacks the adirondack almanack. While the snowmobile racing community has been buzzing over the eminent return of the international 500 crosscountry race, the folks at the united states xcountry usxc, organizers of the event, have been relatively quiet on the topic as they ironed out final details. The ussa prostar racing series uses isr international snowmobile racing rules.
I 500 race committee midwest international racing assn. A novelty race comprised of women drivers was so popular with the 1,000 spectators that the ladies canadian championship was organized in 1964. Join us saturday for live flag to flag coverage of the 52st annual i500 snowmobile race. If this thread has offended some people then you need to have a look at what is offensive. Paul international 500 snowmobile race is but one example. The very first snowmobile race northern timber cruisers. Driver profiles entry fees insurance membership registration rule book. There were dozens of contests and games, with sled dog racing one of the featured attractions. Illustrated guide to snowmobile racing aksomitis, linda and david, aksomitis, david on.
Snowmobile and winter enthusiasts alike remember this important snowmobile race as the event that kicked off the st. Green flag for the 52nd annual international 500 snowmobile race. Lindas husband david is also a knowledgeable historian on snowmobile racing and has contributed to many technical columns in their online. Download 737 snowmobile racing stock photos for free or amazingly low rates. Regardless of snowmobile equipment passing prior inspections, compliance with the rules must be made at the postrace inspection. The first international 500 i 500 snowmobile race took place in 1966. To a fan of snowmobile racing in the 1990s, brad pake was synonymous with winning and team arctic. Race rules by class marion vintage snowmobile club. These rules focus on safety and making the races as fair and competitive as possible. The international 500 snowmobile race, commonly known in michigan as the soo500, takes. Please visit this site for all your f500 constructors series updates, rules, contact numbers, the series race reports and. Usxc cross country snowmobile racing will be 8 to 9 events, a mixture of ditch, lake and woods racing.
Team arctic sets historic win percentages during 2018. The career interview with 1990s team arctic racing. Snowmobile racing is a young persons sport, and useldinger, 59, of east grand forks, called it a career in 1997 at the age of 40. The race was first run in 1966 and was then run from winnipeg, manitoba to st. Feb 07, 2004 i 500 s day of calamity began with first turn on first lap. The very first snowmobile race the pas, manitoba, was a unique wintertime gathering place for large crowds to celebrate the bountiful harvest of fur pelts, and to frolic in the snow. The official race is hosted on the only onemile ice oval snowmobile track in north america. Marie is the home of the international 500 snowmobile race, known as the i 500. Most circuits follow rules set by international snowmobile racing isr. Wi inside the world snowmobile headquarters next to the eagle river derbytrack. Standard race rules race rules by class 20 event photos 2012 event photos 2014 event photos by 2014 event photos.
If you feel the need to mod your sled beyond this then move up to prostock. In national snocross and crosscountry competition, team arctic racers and teams delivered a historic performance, capturing more than 60 percent of all class wins, more than 50. The grand 500 was introduced at snowmobile shows, press conferences and races in the midwest and in winnipeg. International snowmobile racing 1527 n railroad street. Since 1969, tens of thousands of diehard enthusiasts have come to enjoy the frozen, snowy spectacle of the i500, and be a part of the upper peninsulas most astonishing snowmobile action. And you know team arctic will be there in fullforce and chomping at the bit to win this most important race. Join us saturday for live flag to flag coverage of the 52st annual i 500 snowmobile race. Here are five things to know about the 50th international 500 snowmobile race in sault ste. Watch lake superior state universitys 52nd annual i500 on. Helmets to be worn while on snowmobile track run up stands required no lifting of sleds allowed. The i 500 is an american snowmobile race associated with the uscc racing association uscc which starts at the seven clans casino in thief river falls, minnesota. In isoc national snocross, team arctic won 95 out of 161 class finals throughout the 16race season. Sep 26, 2009 there is nothing that matches the rugged romance of crosscountry snowmobile racing quite like the winnipeg i 500.
Sales, parts and service for all your outdoor wood furnace needs. This was davidsons first year on a yamaha and his sixth i500 win. We welcome you to come and race with us and enjoy the sport. Check out the international 500 snowmobile race promo video by seth landon the winning edge magazine. You can check out all the official rules of the 52nd annual i500 by downloading the 2020 race rules through international snowmobile racing. The i500 is an american snowmobile race associated with the uscc racing association uscc which starts at the seven clans casino in thief river falls, minnesota. Its the most grueling and prestigious snowmobile race in the world. The i 500 began in 1969 and is a 100% volunteer organization. We welcome you to come and race with us and enjoy the sport thats been part of my life for 45 years. Ice drag racing rules international snowmobile racing, inc. Ads are being run in half a dozen magazines and on the radio. Rules long lake vintage snowmobile racing association. Although the lack of snow did cause the cancelation of the race a time or two over the years, it never dampened the spirits of racing enthusiasts and races have. If your sled is 100% then this thread should mean nothing to you and you will agree with all the rules.
Snowmobile adventures, and backroad mapbook books for hiking, fishing, snowmobiling and getting around rugged parts of canada. The international 500 snowmobile race, commonly known in michigan as the soo500, takes place annually in sault ste. Regardless of snowmobile equipment passing prior inspections, compliance with the rules must be made at the post race inspection. Mar 04, 2008 a look at the i 500 snowmobile race where more than 30 teams race for 500 laps around a onemile track in sault ste. As organizers of the i500 snowmobile race since 2003, uscc has provided the most important single xc race consisting of. Immediately after the checkered flag i500 postrace ceremonies at the startfinish line approximately 90 minutes after postrace ceremonies. You must at all times comply with applicable laws, rules and regulations insofar as relevant to its provision to us for the purpose of delivering the services to our users.
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