Some things are classic, some are just old, but Melgeorges 26th Annual Antique and Classic Snowmobile Race has something for both, and everything in between. Held on the shores of Elephant Lake in far northern Minnesota, the annual event combines the elements of go with a Le Mans style timed race and a drag race; and plenty of show with a parade lap and judged classes that includes awards for best hat and best “rat” sled. Throw in some live music, raffle prizes and good eats, and resort owners Carla and Steve Koch have all the makings for an epic day on snow.
- This early Bolens Hus-Ski awoke from its ‘long’ slumber just one day prior according to its proud owner. This is two-up riding at its finest folks.
- A modern day interpretation of Little Red Riding Hood and the Big Bad Wolf.
- Father Patrick O’ Flaherty steered clear of the green sprits just long enough to make a parade lap.
- An Autoboggan putting down some pure Wisconsin power to the snowpack and “owning” the two-up Sno Pony.
- Little Johnny soon learned the consequences of inertia.
- The hidden retreat known as Melgeorges has been in operation for 75 years, but remains an off-the-beaten path gem in Minnesota’s northwoods.
- If Starsky and Hutch rode sleds… these would be their rides.
- Poor suspension calibrations resulted in both poor posture and stiff backsides by days end.
- Blistering speeds caused the meticulous hood repair on this buggy to flake.
- Ceelo Green’s white counterpart tore it up on this vintage Mustang.
- Kenny Chesney rallied a purple metal-flake Scorpion to near sub 60-second times.
- OSM’s own daily commuter pulled off an impressive Burt Reynolds and out smarted Sheriff Buford T. Justice aboard his red Super Stinger.
- Finely tuned equipment was the norm at Melgeorges.
- A mint Sno-Bunny in full hop.
Looks like a great time! Love these old sleds!
We were there!! What a great time! And awesome shots
Love the shots Pat!