Amateur & Exhibition Classes
The Amateur & Exhibition Division gives riders an opportunity to compete on Snow King’s iconic hill outside of the professional field—while still adhering to the same safety, integrity, and competitive standards that define the World Championship Snowmobile Hill Climb.
Class Overview
About the Amateur & Exhibition Division
Each class is capped, regulated, and inspected with the same precision as Pro divisions. This page outlines the complete rules, eligibility requirements, sled standards, and entry process for all Amateur & Exhibition competitors.
The Amateur & Exhibition Division consists of four classes:
- Non-Pro Masters
- Amateur
- Amateur Vintage
- Non-Amateur Vintage
All four classes run qualifying on Thursday, with the top five riders from each division advancing to Finals on Friday. Each class is limited to 20 riders and requires a formal entry request.
These classes combine the excitement of emerging talent, the skill of experienced masters, and the uniqueness of vintage machinery—offering some of the most diverse and crowd-pleasing racing of the entire Hill Climb week.
How to Enter
To be considered for any Amateur or Exhibition class, riders must submit an entry request by January 15.
Entry Request Requirements
- Rider name
- Class or classes requested
- Contact email
- Contact phone number
Requests are submitted through the Amateur & Exhibition Registration Form below
What Happens If Classes Fill?
If a class receives more than 20 entries:
- Last year’s champion is automatically included (if they request entry again).
- Remaining spots are chosen through a random drawing held on or before January 20.
- All entrants will be notified by January 25.
Fees & Confirmation
Entry Fee: $75 per class
Accepted entrants must submit ISR insurance, Snow Devils paperwork, and payment before the event.
Amateur & Exhibition Classes
General Rules
Rider Requirements
- Riders must be 18 years or older.
- All riders must comply with ISR safety rules, including:
- Helmet
- Chest protector
- Shin guards
- And all ISR-required equipment
- All riders must obtain and show proof of ISR insurance before competition.
- All support and pit personnel must complete and present an ISR waiver before entering pits or race-course access points.
Sled Requirements
All sleds must have:
- A functioning safety tether
- A mudflap touching the ground with the rider on the sled
- Ski brakes
- Traction screws (minimum 3 per pitch)
Technical Review & Inspections
All sleds must pass a mandatory technical inspection before racing.
Inspections include:
- Safety compliance checks
- Verification of sled age and period-correct components (Vintage classes)
- Review of modifications
- Operation of required safety equipment
A paid entry does not guarantee a run. Sleds failing inspection will not compete.
Compliance & Enforcement
Final decisions regarding eligibility, safety, and technical legality are made by Snow Devils officials. Noncompliance may result in an indefinite ban from the Hill Climb.
Riders may:
- Enter a Vintage class and Amateur or Non-Pro Masters
- Request entry into both Amateur and Non-Pro Masters
If a rider is drawn into Non-Pro Masters and the Amateur class exceeds 20 entries, their name is removed from the Amateur draw.
Class-Specific Rules
Class
Non-Pro Masters
For experienced riders age 40+, this division blends veteran skill with strict non-pro eligibility.
Rules:
- Riders must be 40+ years old
- Riders must be a non-pro (no pro or semi-pro race in last 5 years)
- Sleds must be ski-steered and track-driven
Class
Amateur
Designed for non-pro riders ready to challenge the mountain on modern machines.
Rules:
- Riders must be non-pro (5-year rule)
- Sleds must meet ISR Stock Turbo specifications
- Winner automatically moves to Pro the next year
- Winner receives two complimentary Pro entries
Class
Amateur Vintage
Where the heritage of the sport takes center stage.
Rules:
- Riders must be non-pro
- Sleds must be 20+ years old or period-correct restorations
- Chassis, motor, and rear suspension must be period correct
- Upgraded shocks allowed only if geometry remains identical
- No turbos allowed
Class
Non-Amateur Vintage
Vintage machines meet pro-level experience and technique.
Rules:
- Required for riders who raced pro or semi-pro in last 5 years
- Open to non-pros who elect to enter
- Sleds must be vintage with period-correct structure
- Period-correct turbos allowed
- Final legality determined by Snow Devils officials
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