Two 1960 vintage silver streak snow sleds toboggan sled. Vintage winter snow sled wood slats metal runners silver. I ship fast and package shipments better than most sellers you may have purchased items from. The full image is featured on our 2017 silver sled tshirts.
Look back at the 1925 lifeordeath mission that inspired the annual iditarod trail sled dog race. Silver streak logos page 6 silver streak discussion board. Silver by gloria whelan meet your next favorite book. While those were the days has gained more publicity in galesburg, the silver streak has won its place in movie history as a railfan favorite. After a long history spanning almost two generations, silver streak closed after the 1996 model year. A vintage silver streak snow sled featuring a steering rod, threeboard bed, and metal rails. We are proud to be linked to the american local history network. Fireball malibu vlog 655 an amazing day with this malibu vlogger revealing a sick 1947 pontiac all steel sled, incredible sites, rvs and more. A young girl and her three dogs take off, their sled nearly flying off the ground. In warmer climates, wheeled carts are substituted for the sleds. Silver streak boats 6864 west coast road sooke, bc v9z 0v2 toll free. Silver streaks is the oldest senior ski program in the us.
Jan 01, 1988 silver is the runt of a litter of sled dogs that she raises with dreams of running the iditarod herself. Law enforcement division sled was created by act no. Humans have domesticated dogs for thousands of years, and sled dogs have been used for transportation in arctic areas for almost as long. Jul 31, 2017 1947 pontiac streamliner all steel sled. Two 1960 s vintage silver streak snow sleds two matching 1960s vintage american made silver streak snow sleds not one, but two sleds toboggans i always thought a toboggan was a knitted cap, but it seems some folks use that term to describe this type sled free shipping to lower 48 us surely made in the usa probably made of maple and steel these are identical except for the length. Amanda foreman on why thats odd, given the sleds long history including egyptian pyramids. I use the term sled dog to describe any dog that pulls in harness for any application and racing sled dogs to describe any dog bred specifically for speed and endurance, used to compete in sled dog races. In its original, and excellent condition this sled was a rare find in this shape. Silver streak bus, a bus rapid transit system silver streak comics, a comic book character silver streak, a 1976 comedy, action and mystery film. Garton produced 8,500 sleds a week annually from june to thanksgiving which.
From ancient egypt to modern backyards, we trace the history of this volatile vehicle. I most early chapter books, in an effort to keep things simple and easy to read, may feel too condescending to the reluctant or lowerskilled reader. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. He came from kurt wold, who i have gotten most of my original dogs from. These avid fans of ice skating enjoy the history of the winter sport. Get the best deals on vintage sled when you shop the largest online selection at. Im so excited, i just turned 65, says anne pelletier, booster for the silver streaks, a program for the 50plus set at waterville valley, n. Vintage silver streak snow sled 1950s or 60s asset. This sled was made by the garton toy company, probably in the early 1930s. The silver streak sled was on every boys christmas list in the 1920s through the 1950s.
We hope that other ski areas can start thinking seniors like waterville. Archeological evidence puts the earliest date at more than 4000 years ago. I also invite you to read through my feedback as a seller. The list of sled dog races contains dozens of contests created by supporters of mushing, the sport of racing sled dogs. This film marked the first pairing of wilder and pryor, who were. An article by bob brooke entitled a short history of sleds and. Sleds sports and entertainment winter sports equipment. Antique, vintage flexible flyer sleds are sought after by collectors. This reduces the amount of friction, which helps to carry heavy loads some designs are used to transport passengers or cargo across. Two men, frank polito and kenny neptune, each of whom had previously worked for mcdonald douglas corp, founded the silver streak trailer co. Pontiac silver streak i want this to pull our 52 silver streak camper. It also gave its title to a 1976 movie starring peorias richard pryor and the nickname to our local high school sports teams. Silver was my first sled dog and turned out to be one of my best. The book with its 24 color plates is in near excellent to excellent condition.
Experience the freedom and danger of a girls first sled run. In the 1957, neptune and polito bought out their partner patterson. Nov 20, 2015 mid 1900s vintage silver streak snow sled, excellent condition by paintedladyantiques on etsy stay safe and healthy. Please browse my listings and message me if you have any questions. Fireball malibu vlog 655 an amazing day with this malibu vlogger revealing a sick 1947 pontiac all steel sled, incredible sites, rvs. I was quite impressed with this book and would recommend it to youngsters already reading chapter books, but also as a hilo high interest, low ability for older kids.
We do not give values, but will help you identify your sled. It was directed by arthur hiller and stars gene wilder, jill clayburgh, and richard pryor, with patrick mcgoohan, ned beatty, clifton james, and richard kiel in supporting roles. Mid 1900s vintage snow sleds, good condition, listing is for one sled, large shipping discount if more than one is purchased. With an active marketplace of over 175 million items, use the alibris advanced search page to find any item you are looking for through the advanced search, you can find items by searching specific terms such as title, artist, song title, genre, etc or you can narrow.
The sled helped to build the pyramids, and it was all downhill from there. Sled dogs have coexisted and cooperated in partnership with humans for many thousands of years in the northern regions of north america and siberia. The story of the silver streak big little book packer, eleanor retold by on. Buy online, view images and see past prices for silver streak sled. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Era 42 long with metal frame and wood seat with coated handles on steering bar. Silver sled artwork graciously donated by rebecca graham. The turner classic movies channel uses clips from it on occasion. Jun 05, 2010 vintage silver streak snow sled 1950s or 60s for auction. Those loveable flexible flyers the antiques almanac.
Silver sage mushing sled dog rides and tours in ashton. Silver streak ride, an amusement ride silver streak canadas wonderland, a roller coaster at canadas wonderland, vaughan, ontario. Sled dogs enabled explorers such as byrd, peary, and amundsen to explore the frozen wastelands of. This wooden sled features a steering rod and painted metal rails. Invaluable is the worlds largest marketplace for art, antiques, and collectibles. Silver streak, a 1976 comedy, action and mystery film.
Silver streak boats handmade aluminum boats since 1987. The sled dogs have been waiting for this day since they were puppies, and the girl has imagined it for years. The names instantly evoke automotive excitement provided you were an enthusiast between the ages of six and sixty during the sixties. From 1946 to 1948, the curtis wright company produced trailer coaches. He is believed to be the secondever comic book superhero whose primary power is speed. A sled, sledge, or sleigh is a land vehicle that slides across a surface, usually of ice or snow. Skookum and hawk and bamboo strain and huff, racing over the soft white snow. When writing about your sled, please be as descriptive as possible and send a picture. History of silver streak the vintages at galway downs. Two 1960 s vintage silver streak snow sleds two matching 1960s vintage american made silver streak snow sleds not one, but two sleds toboggans i always thought a toboggan was a knitted cap, but it seems some folks use that term to describe this type sled free shipping to lower 48 us surely made in the usa probably made of maple and steel.
We received these photos via email this week from classic car enthusiast rhonda marti discover even more info on classic cars. I just cant get enough of these righthand drive classics from australia. Famous sled dogs throughout history articles factory. The gold rushes in alaska and the yukon territory now yukon at the turn of the 20th century brought greater global. Silver is the runt of a litter of sled dogs that she raises with dreams of running the iditarod herself. Rare and very cool vintage 1960s silver streak snow sled w ebay. Amanda foreman on why thats odd, given the sled s long history including egyptian pyramids. Baldy of nome musher scotty allan is famed for winning multiple allalaska sweepstakes back in the early 1900s, but he could not have done this without his faithful companion baldy of nome. Dogsled racing, also called sled dog racing, sport of racing sleds pulled by dogs, usually over snowcovered crosscountry courses. Skate collectors often look for skating medals, costumes, books and artwork too. Sleddog tours in idahos high desert country near the tetons and yellowstone park. Iditarod trail sled dog race, annual dogsled race run in march between anchorage and nome, alaska, u. The silver streak name expanded into truck camper and motorhome production through the 1960s allowing the company to operate as a fullfledged recreational vehicle outfitter. Silver sage mushing sled dog rides and tours in ashton, idaho.
There is a remarkable story, retold in esther birdsall darlings baldy of nome book, in which scotty was knocked unconscious and fell off the sled. A deeper history of the origins of the alaskan husky. Vintage winter snow sled wood slats metal runners silver streak steerable vintage circa 1930older child or adults sled 60 long. The people of the north were dependent on these animals for protection, companionship, hunting, trapping, and, most of all transportation. In 1949, the company sold the design rights to silver streak partners kenny neptune, james pat patterson, and frank polito. Silver has always been the main leader of the team and the dog that everyone else looks up to. The race can attract more than 100 participants and their teams of dogs, and both male and female mushers drivers compete together. The garton eskimo, royal racer, and the classiest of all, the silver streak. For instance, the coast to coast apollo sled, the gambles sled, and ace hardware sled were none other than the garton eskimo, royal racer, and the classiest of all, the silver streak.
It is built with either a smooth underside or a separate body supported by two or more smooth, relatively narrow, longitudinal runners similar in principle to skis. Denny ray of arctic cat, who built and designed the boss cat i, was serious about his speed sleds. Mid 1900s vintage silver streak snow sled, excellent condition by. A 70pound monster with more power than your average sled dog. Apr 01, 2004 silver is the runt of a litter of sled dogs that she raises with dreams of running the iditarod herself.
An article by bob brooke entitled a short history of sleds and sledding in. May 19, 2019 silver was the beginning of wild and free mushing. So read an advertisement for the flexible flyer, americas number one sled. The heritage of the sled dog is a long and proud one, stretching back thousands of years. The sled dog relay that inspired the iditarod history. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. I work very hard to sell quality name brand items including vintage, new, or nearly new.
Mid 1900s vintage silver streak snow sled, excellent. This is a great piece to collect or buy for your winter display. The silver sled race, haines junction to silver city, yukon territory. Vintage silver streak snow sled 1950s or 60s for auction. Sled dogs are part of human culture and history national.
Dogsledding was developed from a principal eskimo method of transportation. Some anthropologists suggest that human habitation and survival in the arctic would not have been possible without sled dogs. The first sled dog race to feature a codified set of rules was the allalaska. Professional grading is subjective and different 3rd party graders will often disagree over the grading on a single card. It is unknown when the first sled dog race was held. Garton produced 8,500 sleds a week annually from june to thanksgiving which was approximately 15 percent of its overall business.