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. The very first snowmobile race northern timber cruisers. F500 stock engine parameters and stock chassis with limited changes. This race is easy to promote because theres so much energy in the snowmobile race communitypeople want to see posters. International snowmobile racing 1527 n railroad street. This was davidsons first year on a yamaha and his sixth i500 win. I500s day of calamity began with first turn on first lap. There were dozens of contests and games, with sled dog racing one of the featured attractions. 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. International 500 snowmobile race 984 w 4th ave, sault ste. Download 737 snowmobile racing stock photos for free or amazingly low rates. This newly revised event will be called the seven clans winnipeg to willmar international 500, with race dates being february 11th through 14th. The season will start in middecember and run through early march. Its the most grueling and prestigious snowmobile race in the world.
The race was first run in 1966 and was then run from winnipeg, manitoba to st. The first international 500 i 500 snowmobile race took place in 1966. 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. Race locations included minnesota, wisconsin, canada, and wyoming. Standard race rules race rules by class 20 event photos 2012 event photos 2014 event photos by 2014 event photos. Please visit this site for all your f500 constructors series updates, rules, contact numbers, the series race reports and. By 1975 things were improving some, and the stock rules were changed to reflect the realities of the still soft snowmobile market.
Viking did not have a snowmobile suit large enough to fit forrest, so a suit had to be made when he arrived. 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. Improved stock rules snowmobile forums, news, polaris, ski. There are the rules in improved stock to make it a level playing field for all. The i 500 began in 1969 and is a 100% volunteer organization. The international 500 snowmobile race, commonly known in michigan as the soo500, takes place annually in sault ste.
Mn man could fill book with snowmobile stories northland. Join us saturday for live flag to flag coverage of the 52st annual i 500 snowmobile race. Paul international 500 snowmobile race is but one example. Snowmobile adventures, and backroad mapbook books for hiking, fishing, snowmobiling and getting around rugged parts of canada. Nssr began its world record series in 1986 and held 6 races each winter.
Lindas husband david is also a knowledgeable historian on snowmobile racing and has contributed to many technical columns in their online. Regardless of snowmobile equipment passing prior inspections, compliance with the rules must be made at the post race inspection. Nov 01, 2006 she has authored many books on a variety of subjects, including amazing stories. F500 this class is for all adult riders and uses standard f500 rules and regulations. Most circuits follow rules set by international snowmobile racing isr.
These wellmarked trails provide fantastic views of. Outlaw this class is a singletrack cockpit style sled, utilizing a full roll cage. Green flag for the 52nd annual international 500 snowmobile race. Team arctic sets historic win percentages during 2018. To a fan of snowmobile racing in the 1990s, brad pake was synonymous with winning and team arctic. 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. Join us saturday for live flag to flag coverage of the 52st annual i500 snowmobile race. 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. I500 race committee midwest international racing assn. Ages 812 120cc max, may have non stock gearing, and pipe.
Each one of our riders rode one day of the 3day race. The international 500 snowmobile race, commonly known in michigan as the soo500, takes. A look at the i500 snowmobile race where more than 30 teams race for 500 laps around a onemile track in sault ste. Race rules by class marion vintage snowmobile club. 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. These rules focus on safety and making the races as fair and competitive as possible. The career interview with 1990s team arctic racing. Must have 120cc original snowmobile engine, no aftermarket engines allowed and working tether. Zoerners woodstoves your outdoor wood stove dealer. A special media class was added to twelve other classes for this years i500 and was sponsored by arctic cat.
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. The track was actually set on an old creek bed of gravel and clay. As organizers of the i500 snowmobile race since 2003, uscc has provided the most important single xc race consisting of. If you feel the need to mod your sled beyond this then move up to prostock. 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. Snowmobile racing over the years page 1 publications.
Illustrated guide to snowmobile racing aksomitis, linda and david, aksomitis, david on. Formula 500 constructors series presented by, novakar, qre, red devil, scorpion, sidewinder, tr1, dolphinmotorsports, jondal machine, and vertical curve racing great news. The ussa prostar racing series uses isr international snowmobile racing rules. Check out the international 500 snowmobile race promo video by seth landon the winning edge magazine. Regardless of snowmobile equipment passing prior inspections, compliance with the rules must be made at the postrace inspection. Sales, parts and service for all your outdoor wood furnace needs.
At the time, there was no standard of rules for snowmobile races of this type, so the i500. Rules 20182021 official bevra general rules big extreme vintage racing association, inc. A novelty race comprised of women drivers was so popular with the 1,000 spectators that the ladies canadian championship was organized in 1964. Ads are being run in half a dozen magazines and on the radio. Wi inside the world snowmobile headquarters next to the eagle river derbytrack. International 500 snowmobile race the most grueling and. The official race is hosted on the only onemile ice oval snowmobile track in north america. Here are five things to know about the 50th international 500 snowmobile race in sault ste. The international 500 snowmobile race, commonly known in michigan as the soo 500, takes place annually in sault ste. 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. The i500 snowmobile race is michigans most thrilling experience for riders and motorsport fans of all kinds. As you can see by the picture below, forrest standing next to art seydel forrest was a large man. 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. Amsnow fielded three media riders for the race aboard an arctic cat f5.
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. This is pat mach, fearless leader of the united states crosscountry uscc and in many ways the savior of snowmobilings purest form of racing. Driver profiles entry fees insurance membership registration rule book. Rules long lake vintage snowmobile racing association. Helmets to be worn while on snowmobile track run up stands required no lifting of sleds allowed. 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. It is known across the country, and is also known to be the largest, longest singleday snowmobile race in the world. In isoc national snocross, team arctic won 95 out of 161 class finals throughout the 16race season. May 26, 2012 there are the rules in improved stock to make it a level playing field for all. Since 1969, hundreds of thousands of diehard snowmobile and winter enthusiasts have journeyed to sault ste. A special media class was added to twelve other classes for this years i 500 and was sponsored by arctic cat. Email isr through the contact us tab on the isr website. For the first time in snowmobiling history two 500mile crosscountry snowmobile races will compete headtohead for racers and sponsors. Standard race rules marion vintage snowmobile club.
The first international500 i500 snowmobile race took place in 1966. If mach pulls this off for 2012, it will be monumental. 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. 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. Sep 26, 2009 there is nothing that matches the rugged romance of crosscountry snowmobile racing quite like the winnipeg i 500. General snowmobile rules national straightline snowmobile. If you have questions about snowmobile racing rules, please contact the isr. Immediately after the checkered flag i500 postrace ceremonies at the startfinish line approximately 90 minutes after postrace ceremonies. Jan 27, 2015 to a fan of snowmobile racing in the 1990s, brad pake was synonymous with winning and team arctic. Improved stock rules snowmobile forums, news, polaris. Team arctic sets historic win percentages during 2018 snowmobile race season.
The crosscountry race is a 3day event and is 500 miles long 170 miles a day. Long lake vintage snowmobile racing association all rights reserved facebook. Watch lake superior state universitys 52nd annual i500 on. Marie is the home of the international 500 snowmobile race, known as the i500. Usxc cross country snowmobile racing will be 8 to 9 events, a mixture of ditch, lake and woods racing. Marie is the home of the international 500 snowmobile race, known as the i 500. 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.
It is also possible that fileblade will forward complaints and report to legal authorities if necessary. You can check out all the official rules of the 52nd annual i500 by downloading the 2020 race rules through international snowmobile racing. The ussa prostar racing series uses isr international. A dealer organized race in michigan in late december, 1962 helped launch todays most popular form of snowmobile racing, snocross.
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 this thread has offended some people then you need to have a look at what is offensive. We welcome you to come and race with us and enjoy the sport thats been part of my life for 45 years. If you plan your trip for the right time of year, sault ste. Snowmobile racing in the adirondacks the adirondack almanack. I 500 race committee midwest international racing assn. Schedule at a glance international 500 snowmobile 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.
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. We welcome you to come and race with us and enjoy the sport. How well di d team green crush everyone in the yellow, red and blue camps. Once a snowmobile has completed registration to race it may be inspected at any time. Live coverage of the 52st annual i500 from wsoo 1230. Isoc hired hall who also coordinated the 32day olympic torch run through minnesota in may to promote its newest race. 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. Snowmobile racing stock photos download 737 royalty free. Snowmobile and winter enthusiasts alike remember this important snowmobile race as the event that kicked off the st.
Standings long lake vintage snowmobile racing association. Feb 07, 2004 i 500 s day of calamity began with first turn on first lap. The season is over, the numbers are in and the record books are written in green. Beginning just south of winnipeg, manitoba, canada, on january 31, it ended at st. First female finisher what ever possesses a woman to enter a rough and tumble snowmobile race. 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. News letter drag race rules a race entry form sponsors for sale. 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. And you know team arctic will be there in fullforce and chomping at the bit to win this most important race. Anyone refusing to retech will automatically be disqualified. Art seydel and della monteuil were given the task of showing forrest.
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