Decade-by-Decade Look at the Snowball Derby: 1970s

As we continue to close in on the 50th Annual Snowball Derby, we at Speed51.com continue our look at the history of the event through the years.  Our newest feature takes you through the race decade-by-decade and give you a look at each year’s race.

Today we take a look at the 1970s, a decade which helped shape the future of the Snowball Derby.  If you missed our look at the 1960s, you can catch up on that by clicking here.

December 13, 1970

Pole Winner – Dave Mader (19.66 seconds)

Race Winner – Wayne Niedecken (Second win)

Weather – Windy with temperatures in the 60s

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