SnoWest

SNOWEST FEBRUARY 2015 75 drags races on Saturday. Once again they are sanctioned by the Washington State Snowmobile Racing Association (WSSRA). Starting pads enable every- one equal start conditions with two lanes of head-to-head racing taking place, operated by MWR with ISR rules. Junior, Traction, and Non- Traction (136 by 1.25-inch tracks or bigger) classes ranging from 440 to 1000cc. Mountain West Racing (MWR) Junior snocross racing includes Junior 10-13, Transition 300 and Transition 500. Junior SnoCross classes will alter- nate with the MWR 120 races (Friday and Saturday) and the Grand Western M120 Championships on Saturday. The 120 Western Grand Championship brings upcoming super stars together to own the 2015 Champion 120 Title. 120cc racing is a special event for all youngsters who compete in three different classes: 120 stock, speed limited and 120 Champ. Kids from 4 to 12 years old have a chance to try out racing or gain racing experience. Open to everyone. Must Register, no membership required. The Radar Run competition returns for 2015. Radar Runs are held on a straight-line 500-foot packed snow track with a 600-foot shut down exten- sion. Entries run one at a time. All snowmobiles and riders of all classes, eras and experience are eligible and welcome. Each class winner will be determined by the fastest speed. $10 gives you two runs. The highest speed of two runs will be considered your entry. If someone beats your speed you can "pay to play again" and try your luck at a faster speed. Back again for the kids are free M120 snowmobile rides for kids 3-12 years old and will be held on Friday from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. And, for even bigger "kids" try out the new 2016 snowmobile models. Manufacturers will be offering free demo rides. Timbersled will again be offering first-come, first-serve demo rides for anyone that is interested in riding a snowbike (proper riding safety gear will be required). Located on Iris Street, just south of the race track. We can't wait to have Swoop Productions back this year for another Saturday afternoon exhibition of thrill- ing and inspiring sport-bike freestyle shows for bike fanatics of all ages. This free show starts at 4 p.m. and will be on Canyon Avenue in downtown West Yellowstone. Swoop Productions is a rider formed company bringing the exciting spectacle of freestyle street bike and Harley Davidson stunts. Swoop Productions offers some of the most talented FMX riders in the world. Thursday night fun includes the famous Casino Night, where anyone can become a millionaire (with funny money) and a Calcutta for the vintage racers, followed by special free concert by The Teka Brock Band sponsored by the Holiday Inn through the Big Sky Songwriter's Conference. And, new for this year, Wild Bill Productions is producing outdoor concerts on both Friday and Saturday nights. Friday night bands range from bluegrass to solid gold country featur- ing The Teka Brock Band, Confederate Railroad and Blackhawk. Saturday night bands range from southern rock to wild rock'n'roll featuring The Outlaws, Warrant, and Jackyl. Octane Addictions is presenting an excit- ing snowmobile freestyle air show in between the bands on both nights. Parking is available near all Expo venues and throughout West Yellowstone. Shuttles will offer pick- ups and drop-offs from major hotels and downtown locations, including the Swoop and concert events on Friday and Saturday nights. West Yellowstone offers a full range of lodging options at www.yel- lowstonedestination.com. For more information on restaurants, shops, snowmobile rentals, and other winter activities, visit www.destinationyel- lowstone./play or stop by the West Yellowstone Visitor Center located at 30 Yellowstone Avenue 406-646-7701). d

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