Racers and fans revel in the speed of the track at Connell Park in Woodstock
The February weather didn’t stop fans and snowmobiles from roaring at the Connell Park Raceway on the second day of the Maritime Snowmobile Championship Races (MSCR).
Racers geared up for another day on the oval track before the first green flag wave at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15. The grandstand and bleachers were crowded, with fans holding their breath as they watched their favourite racers circle the track on their sleds.
Samantha Brewer is a fan of snowmobile racing. Her favourite part of coming to the MSCR is the speed and watching Sabrina Blanchet, the Vintage World Champion.
“I love it all, the speed, Sabrina, everything about it,” said Brewer.
Jonathan Major and Curtis Clark are racers for MacInnes Racing, out of Northumberland County, O.N. In their sixth year of racing, the two still look forward to competing.
“My favourite part is the group of guys, we all get together, we all go out and race. We’re just here to have a good time racing with our friends,” said Major.
Curtis says the snowmobile racing community makes him excited to race each season.
“Going fast and having a good time, the group of people is always great,” said Curtis.
Kristyn Briggs is a racer for KB Motorsports. It is Briggs’ first time racing at the MSCR, and she hopes to have great results this weekend.
“We’re doing pretty good, the track is holding up pretty good, the sled’s performing well, so we’re happy with the outcome so far,” said Briggs.
Briggs says racing is an addiction that only racers can understand.
“It’s just one of those things you get addicted to, and it’s in your blood, so it’s just something you look for,” said Briggs.
Today, Sunday, Feb 16, is the last day to catch the MSCR action for 2025. Tickets are available online or at the ticket booth for $25. Races will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
