Midwest Ride-In

2024 Collector pin ---- Lil Andy
$12.00

ASCOA is proud to present a limited edition series of pins to commemorate the early days of snowmobile production. These pins are very collectible because only 200 of each one will be produced. This is a fundraiser for our club.

For 2024-25 we feature the iconic 'Lil Andy. It's a 1965 compact machine that is desirable and collectible because it was small and just plain CUTE. This pin commemorates our rebuild and raffle of this sled.

Order yours now to be sure you can acquire each in the series...
$ 12.00, includes shipping

Go to:
http://www.ascoa.org/ascoa-merchandise-for-sale.html

Here are results of the Saturday JUDGED SHOW -- Midwest Ride-In at ERX -- Back to the 80s

See you next year as Midwest Ride-In celebrates the Yamaha snowmobile legacy 1968-2025

A big THANK YOU to all involved with the 2024 version of the Midwest Ride-In at ERX. It was a challenge with this winter’s low/no snow conditions, but we sure had fun nonetheless with socializing with old friends. Our 33rd version was decidedly different.



We even saw a plethora of “Back-to-the-50s” wheeled vehicles scooting around…



And, being thankful for a dedicated group of volunteers, sled-head fans, and sponsors. Sponsors include C&A Pro Skis, Caliber Products, 10,000 Docks, St Boni Motorsports, Thomas Sno Sports and Crow River Marine.

Come see the sights at ERX Motor Park

Saturday should be a great day for family fun.

You will witness "Back to the 80s" fun vehicles --- snowmobiles and wheeled vehicles.

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Check out this most special item at Midwest Ride-In.

This is a item whose sale price will be donated to the AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY.

Our Ride-In Committee lost a great guy when Kevin Lehse was stricken by cancer. In his honor, the Barta family has created this parka to commemorate the Plaisted expedition to the North Pole.

This parka will be on display in the Ballroom. Please check it out. Again, will be sold with all proceeds to the AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY.

Check out these FOOD TRUCKS at ERX – Midwest Ride-In

Check out Kid’s Pro Ice pond racing on Saturday at ERX

This pond racing venue is back at ERX!
Saturday, Jan 27th and Sunday, Jan 28th.
Don’t miss your chance to see these young racers and their proud (and nervous) parents at the pond up the hill from the ERX Ballroom.

And check out their exotic mini-racing snowmobiles…

Raffle sled at ERX: 1962 Polaris L-55

In the Ballroom, don’t forget to check out the Antique Snowmobile Club’s raffle sled. It’s a cute, little 1962 Polaris L-55.

This a very collectible earl;y Polaris because it was a lightweight, sporty Polaris in an era where most models were monstrous. For old-sled hobbyists, the L-55 is easy to take to a show, load, unload, and move about your shed.

See you in the Ballroom…

4 DAYS TO GO --- Win an award at our Judged Show

ONLY 4 DAYS TO GO...

This is our updated Midwest Ride-In agenda.

Note the addition of Saturday KIDS PRO-ICE racing on the pond, up the hill from the Ballroom.

Be sure to check out this venue. The future racers of tomorrow, and their proud (and nervous) parents.
You won't believe the exotic mini-race snowmobiles that you will see!

Video from ERX today – SNOW CONDITIONS REPORT

You can see from these videos that the low snow conditions cannot support our trail rides. We will simply meet for Fireside Socializing with beverage/food trucks.

ALL OTHER EVENTS ARE A GO

See you soon…

We are a GO for ERX next weekend --- see new site map

To accommodate low-snow conditions, we are shrinking the “footprint” of our events.
See attached sitemap.

1. The “brand loyalty” groups have been moved down to the lower parking lot, immediately west of the Ballroom (between the Ballroom and Highway 169)

2. The traditional daily trail rides are replaced with FIRESIDE SOCIALS [bonfire and beverage/food truck(s)] to the east of the Ballroom, up the road.

BIDDING IS NOW OPEN!
5th Bi-Annual Antique, Vintage, Classic Sled, and Snowmobile Memorabilia Auction

Over 1000 items! Many very rare items!
Polaris Fans – see the fabulous and rare sleds, memorabilia, parts and engines!

Check out all the sledding treasures at:

Vintage Snowmobiles, Advertising & Memorabilia Vintage Snowmobiles, Advertising and Memorabilia: 27 Snowmobiles, Sleighs/Cutters, Signs/Banners, NOS Parts/Accessories, Clothing/Helmets, Oil Cans, Toys, Advertising/Manuals/Brochures, More. OVER 1200 LOTS!

Hang out --- Warm up in the “BALLROOM” – ERX --- Jan 26-27th

Well, admittedly, we call our gathering spot the “Ballroom” as homage to our events in Waconia. Only now, we are at a huge space at ERX in Elk River.
Full of acquaintances and new friends. Socializing and bench racing.
See anyone you know in these Ballroom photos?

Bring on your FASHIONS to Midwest Ride-In

We all love the looks of our old iron snowmobiles
Some collect memorabilia items to commemorate our hobby
Why not commemorate the outerwear fashion. Come on, WEAR YOUR BEST at the Midwest Ride-In

Midwest Ride-In SWAP MEET is coming soon!

Do you need some parts or accessories for your vintage sled? Want your parts guy to bring your purchases to ERX, so that you can avoid shipping fees? Did you break your windshield and now need another one? Need some “period correct” clothing for your vintage riding? Have you considered buying another old sled?

SEE YOU AT THE MIDWEST RIDE-IN SWAP

Volunteer at ERX and assist your snowmobile club!
We are looking for volunteers to help us out with the show. There are many different job positions to choose from. Typically, a four-hour stint. Things like directing traffic and parking vehicles.

Your help will benefit your snowmobile club. We donate back to your snowmobile club. Recently we have given back about $ 10 - $ 12/hour of your time.

Benefits include:
- You receive a free meal coupon
- You receive free entry to the show on the day of your volunteering shift
- A donation will be made to the snowmobile club of your choice for every hour you work
The link to see our positions and to sign up is here:
https://signup.com/go/VDAMhAZ
https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/103657964088/false #/invitation

We appreciate any and all help.
Looking forward to seeing everyone at the show!

Midwest Ride-In 2024 SignUp.com makes it easy to coordinate school events & classroom activities, fundraisers, snack schedules, potlucks & more!

Here is the Friday-Saturday itinerary for the Midwest Ride-In, coming up soon