Vintage Snowmobile Derby Draws 150 Enthusiasts in Makaroff
Vintage snowmobile fans from across the Prairie provinces gathered Sunday February 17 for the Roblin Snowmobile Association seventh annual Derby in Makaroff. More than 150 sleds including rare models such as three rear engine Snobugs from 1968 1970 and 1972 a 1971 Ben Angus Caribou and a 1956 Polaris Autoboggan turned out as riders enjoyed socializing hot drinks and food at the RSA shelter amid a scenic Boggy Valley trail. Winners of the main poker hand were Mike Porrok Neepawa Trevor Lavich Brandon Devon Bailey Roblin. Oldest machine prize went to Lanny Westwood Minnesota for his 1956 Polaris Autobogger.