Above: Colton Schultz from Lamont, Alberta holds the beating heart of his lifeless John Deere Liquifire 440. Despite open heart surgery in the parking lot, the sled did not make the run.
Below, L to R: Some of the machines look they belong on movie set, like this side-by-side seating sled.
Above: Awesome vintageness of the event was not limited to the power of machines, but also extended to logo design. Below L to R: Folks chit chat and visit near the scenic Mount Lucille Cabin, both for those who made it the view was worth it. Clearwater legend Turkey Reinhart (no relation to Brett Turcotte) was a special guest of honour at the bung bung. Turkey was surprised at the snow depth and was happy to show off.
Many amazing vintage sleds showed up at McBride’s Annual Bung Bung Vintage Ride, but Darren Milner’s sled made the sassiest sound. All that heard it were magically transported to a time when seat belts were optional, helmets were only for people planning to crash, and a full body one piece suit was the best clothing for any activity. “Bung bung BUNG.†/ANDRU MCCRACKEN
The evening takes a team of organizers. L to R back row: Marg Mackenzie, Sue Mackenzie, Ken Ferris, Eric Buck, Elsie Buck and Walter Matthew. Front: Debbie Tinsley and Lil Basaraba. Missing from photo: Christine Latimer and Rae Ann Black. /LAURA KEIL
Jessica Way and Ryan Halliday stand in front of their future place of business, the old IDA building on 5th Avenue in Valemount. /ANDRU MCCRACKEN
