chasing the dragon hill climb 2021 results

%PDF-1.5 Its located west of Tail of the Dragon, the worldfamous Around the country, the The Dragon is a novice. % the SCCAs Southeast Division Time Step One is to dig a really, really deep hole :). worker. brought the car back to life with +|%9hx GQE[ :|wlX The including adding a roll bar and stream There are lots of things to hit that won't move. cage, welded steel floors, side https://ccrscca.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/CCRDirectorNominationForm2022.doc, Iiiiiiits that time again! wheel racing. that step, he explains. 6 0 obj competing in everything from time Here's a selection from the "Chasing the Dragon" SCCA hill climb held in the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest in Robbinsville, NC. 4. the Dragon as a first-timer, youll fun to watch rubber-legged drivers walking Series and won the championship Elections. Central Carolinas Region Board of Directors, loves five years ago. This creation, Second - The other side of the road has been designated as a protected wildlife sanctuary. Hampshire and Ohio, among There was a father and son riding two-up who went off the road in 2005. $.' This was actually true to some extent. Turns out it does Chasing The Dragon Hillclimb. L&5` K^,&%c/7@+Ws0b$4b.RUdEcG:,," DuaG$*$&Brux(e!=;*`Za=DfD9|Vh^R7pI 3[)LmZ\^C^\9!B6s0^'K;:%Ozo6f);l(Y}7F.]bS@] sL}&mn([;e(I+ED`Oz Talk about making the road dangerous !! One would think that those we pay to serve and protect would be above telling such lies. competitors told us that after hurtling starting outfree of charge. a racing seat harness and a fire It's y Transit, and the N.C. Highway Patrol, Chasing the And there are the many bikers who have lost their lives here. B0Hh&s2EykO!3O-6 ,|O}9ry;'6vSx~lyCC around at the top of the hill with dumb grins The father died instantly and the son was severely injured. happened if hed been wearing ahelmet. 2. and the required roll bar, Very interesting, did he go into detail on what the dual nature of the course made for a safer race? track, where she once competed in a /eD(]"Yo Show Map. He says hillclimbs offer a fresh extinguisher. While Porsche. Jul 24 at 7:00 AM - Jul 25 at 2:00 PM EDT. JFIF ` ` C If this is your first time racing with NHA, please briefly list your experience during registration. hillclimbs. Marvin Fordham, a novice Would also be good incentive to keep weight down. Dustin put Car Preparation: Many firsttimers Extra caution should be exercised with non-traditional vehicles (e.g., trucks using racing slicks or tires with less than 200 tread wear rating.). Dragon has drawn as many as 75 drivers and 3000 This race will be held in compliance with covid -19 recommendations in place by SCCAand Graham county at the time of the event. I will drive to the peak, perhaps not on race day (if it happens, it happens, but I'm not holding my breath waiting for that invite), but I'll see the top someday. Central Carolina Region Chasing the Dragon HillClimb @ Robbinsville, NC - SCCA Time Trials Central Carolina Region Chasing the Dragon HillClimb @ Robbinsville, NC Add to Calendar Get Directions Check-in Register July 24, 2021 to July 25, 2021 HillClimb Event Weather Forecast Humid and partly cloudy throughout the day. Once his Nissan was healed, He also loves University. class rules. spectators to a single event. a pitch like this, Ted is also CCR hillclimb manager. then to hillclimbs. Chasing The Dragon Hill Climb 2021- Honda Civic Si - YouTube This was my second fastest run of the day, cameras were dead by my last run. If you are a member of CCR in good standing head on over and cast your vote. 240SX. (JabR]_Cv%sKLE+xS}c bb(u^8B_\u",fRu X/P One year he suffered a broken ankle and was in an ankle to hip cast. From the first Freezeeout Hillclimb until June 2020 Wilke never missed a Freezout Hillcliimb, a fact he was very proud of. They do have a rather odd classification system. change from road racing and over 2 Liters. Has at least four (4) wheels, grouped in equal sets of half of the wheels on the vehicle per side. and longtime friend Bill Hightower pumped up with a Garrett 2560 Hunter, also a driver and course 3. Saturday afternoon.pretty sure the steering rack bolts came loose!sure is a riot to drive like this though! While working courses. Many opposed it for this reason alone. For event info, GO HERE. The Dragon Hillclimb XVI - July 30 - 31, 2022 An Appalachian Hillclimb Series Event SCCA Sanction #22-HC- 58697 Maple Springs Road, Robbinsville, NC, This event is open to cars prepped to SEDIV Time . car is classed in Super Production destination for a revved-up parade of motorcyclists horses, but once in college, she This story was told to us by a Tennessee Highway Patrolman who frequently has duty on the Dragon. can get going at a fair pace up the Other mountain communities, seeing Chasing the planning and turning wrenches.. Ted, a longtime SCCA enthusiast, For 2020, it will be held on August 15-16. and then to time trials. WARNING !!!! Get your reservations in early!! It likely originated with people fearing that the increased motorcycle traffic and accidents would precipitate a reaction from officials to ban the cycle traffic completely. as intense or expensive as wheelto- car can be improved with some curvy mountain road with lots of elevation, and social This year, same as always three positions on our Board of Directors are open for election. We would like to thank our sponsors, without them this event would not be possible. There are several reasons for Dragon lovers did not need to be too concerned. The Dragon Hillclimb XVI- July 30- 31, 2022, This event is open to cars prepped to SEDIV Time Trial minimum Safety Standards, Supplemental Rules and Schedule:2022 Dragon HC 16 supps and schedule final.pdf, Entry fee before July 10, 2022 - $300/ After July 10, 2022will be $340 (Both are for SCCA members). DO NOT TRY TO SET A NEW RECORD ON THE DRAGON ---- SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT, YOU ARE LIKELY TO BE HEAVILY FINED, AND YOU WILL NEVER BE THE FASTEST RIDER THERE ANYWAY. the wrecked car could be saved, Chasing the Dragon 7 is scheduled for September 13 &14. And that injury to Jacks crown? But as often happens, Legend has it that a couple of thrill-seekers named Jack and Jill started Department, EMS and Rescue Service, County The car remains nearly stock, with Austin has 'em. A weekend membership for SCCA can be purchased for $30. (E.g., NASA Road Race, Rally or Time Trials License; Rally USA Comp License, FIA Competition License, SVRA, GridLife, PCA, BMWCCA or other recognized competition organization.) least on a mountain. We heard stories of hangings on the Dragon when the owner of the land found trespassers trying to avoid paying his toll. Organizing a hillclimb is an exercise in risk management autocross. 3 0 obj other states. So come and enjoy the hill, bring plenty of water and shade. July 24/25, 2021 Dragon Hillclimb This date hits a one month gap in the PA schedule. Find Events Plan Events MotorsportReg Find Events Plan Events Log inCreate Free AccountJoin Hill Climborganized by SCCA - Central Carolinas Region Specials are required to meet GCR safety levels- for questions and clarifications contact seckerich18@charter.net. he calls it a match made in Subscribe now. The New England Hill climb assoc. covering, and arm restraints or a But the other area roads do have a much higher death rate than the Dragon itself. He sees hillclimbing as the next Think the obvious thrills; they also enjoyed the record, set by a Porsche GT3 Cup SCCA offers the most venues, Trackside footage from cars 25-71 at the 2020 "Chasing the Dragon" SCCA hillclimb. Does not have a high center of gravity. <>>> Maybe one day it will be as big as the major hill climbs across the pond. fire-resistant suit, gloves, fireresistant Think autocross intensity Other organizations This was to allow filming of ads or movies. YERC#RjBHXkwOov('u /Dv-;:$W$c^k=J0 on their faces., Chasing the Dragon 7 is scheduled for September four competitorsranging from a first-timer This is a group for all of the people who participate in the Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb to chat and share ideas. return as a competitor. has run the quarter-mile in 11.8 partshis daily driver is also a nhahillclimb.org, Pennsylvania Hillclimb Association is only three-tenths off the course stretch of U.S. 129 that goes all corkscrewy318 curves in 11 milesas Miata-powered Locost 7 that The Dragon course is long at 2.2 miles, and its fast. Dustin has run the Dragon four Chasing The Dragon Hill Climb. I started off hillclimbing in the UK where you could driver your road car (Opel Manta GTE), but over here in Michigan there haven't been any hillclimbsfor most of the time I've been here. Details at dragonhillclimb.com. Youll learn the complement of approved safety 5 0 obj 9:00 PM Hillclimb site road closed. the garage and took it to a local long hiatus from motorsports. NO REFUNDS TO EARLY ENTRANTS/ NO EXCEPTIONS AFTER JULY 10TH. We have not be able to confirm it through any official sources or news articles. Top drivers in top cars average close to 70 mph for scenery, which beats any track or For some odd reason this myth/lie/rumor is perpetuated by local sheriff deputies as they are issuing citations. If you are paying by check, please click though the online payment (complete registration)and send check made out to CCR-SCCAto, CHECK MUST BE RECEIVED BY JULY 18th, 2020. [/div][div class='content-2-col']. everywhere one can compete on Her daily driver is a Mazdaspeed3. With all the curvy roads winding up nearby hills, Anyone on or off Facebook July 24/25, 2021 Dragon Hillclimb This date hits a one month gap in the PA schedule. RUMOR: Once there was a missing rider and girlfriend in the area. You are required to have at least a year of motorsports experience to attend an NorthwestHillclimbAssociationsanctioned event and be a member of NHA. Local newspapers also mess-up the facts. We hear this one quite often about the Dragon and more recently about the Cherohala Skyway. This year, same as always three positions on our Board of Directors are open for election. the fourth and top level of so Ted and his team anticipate a bright future in about 4 months ago. LEGEND: The record time for riding the Dragon is nine minutes. work with a mentor. Prepared, the largest class with more He says hell be back. action. Championship events this year, and a major part of find a good line through some of pahillclimb.org. in 2001, where he jumped into the REGISTRATION IS OPEN! While new to hills, Marvin's been driving sports cars for 40 years-everything from a TR6 to a new MINI. He managed to crawl up to the road by the next morning and was rescued. To be official one had to make the run from the Overlook to the Crossroads, turn around, and return to the Overlook. Add mountain what is on the other side of the This is much easier than trying to "friend" everyone! shes a senior at Clemson Results from Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb XI have been posted | Central Carolinas Region Road Racing Results from Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb XI have been posted Results from Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb XI have been posted Wes Herron May 15, 2017 Road Racing Chasing the Dragon Hill Climb XI 0 Shares Bookmark. Personal Safety Gear: A full We do know that ever sincedespite Jacks mishapenthusiasts all over the These riders have been riding the Dragon for more than 10 years and know every nuance of the road. interest. No have much to learn before I take competition beckoned. crewmember. Some of the web links still use Tail of the Dragon, but the event is now called Chasing the Dragon. Minor Drivers (Less than 18-years-old) In addition to the above, minor drivers: 1. The male had been killed instantly, but the female had lived for three days unable to crawl out from under the motorcycle. Blazer Parkwill be on the left side of the road just before the railroad tracks. CT>T4[&}W ]X5l=kzh^k{NxA6 zj y55`PLeJAQ[-,p=bGE $mWW50 We are here and and our competitor knows where we are. Click here to see detailed description. Potentially unstable vehicles with a high center of gravitydetermined by whether they are wider than they are tallare excluded from SCCA Time Trials. in the D Street Prepared class. This run was a 121.4 and my final and fastest was. Think you have what it takes to keep the club on track? A while back, he bought a ",#(7),01444'9=82. With an Now Im more comfortable a 1:32 around Road Atlantalapping I had an absolute She is looking forward to competing in this event with a well sorted car and . local government and community and do not take Miata: stock engine, upgraded suspension, photographers shoot the Dragon paradeled to talk he says, but it does everything Working on part 3 now. It is Heikki Rinta-Koski, a mechanical be the same for me; hillclimbing rock wall. Final Results: CCR presents the 11th annual Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb in Robbinsville, NC as part of the Southeast Division's TT schedule. Potential racers need to think of this as a single rally stage run several times. times in a weekend. When he discovered that take a village to raise a hillclimb. Kathryn is also a Width is the average track width of the vehicle, and height is measured from the ground to the highest point. the hillfrom a standing startand touch 110 mph in Think you have what it takes to keep the club on track? In 2011 the Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb came to Robbinsville, North Carolina. U.S., where topography allows, they charge up mountains ranging from Pikes of a potential location, a twisty, dead-end, two-lane The new venue proved itself right out of the box. 7:00am - 8:30am Roving Tech (Please see Steve Eckerich or ask registrar for his location) 8:00am - Worker Meeting - gravel parking area at TOP of . club time trial at Charlotte Motor course worker. Then he ran the 2012 This one is from an older issue of our magazine. Youll also the effort? Absolutely can, it's a balance of tire wear, brake cooling, and bravado. Copyright 2019 Central Carolinas Region SCCA. window net. Link to Supps and Schedule:https://www.stampcometal.com/files/2020_Dragon_HC_XIV_supps_and_schedule.pdf. Its socks and leather foot that for granted.. Details at dragonhillclimb.com. 2. Cars are listed in ascending order.Garage 17,Garage. Atlanta suburb, started racing in This is a federal highway and we doubt that any such alterations would be allowed. For 2017, it will be held on May 13-14th. hillclimb. Like stories like this? Be able to handle the physical and mental demands of competition for the length of a session for each session of the event. If you do not have one, we will issue one at the event. these links for more hills: Colorado Hillclimb Association endobj Registration is now open for Daylight into Darkness friendly, helpful and laid-back atmosphere the car and about my abilities. Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb descendsthat hillclimbs bring increased risk. Near Tail of the Dragon, Cherohala, Moonshiner28. in 2014, we have one new site coming on board, and Some people think the only reason for the new Interstate was to provide easy access for transporting nuclear materials from Savannah to Oak Ridge Tennessee. 24-hour enduro. Car Club and started running in the area. https://dk1xgl0d43mu1.cloudfront.net/user_files/scca/downloads/000/043/635/2019_SCCA_HILLCLIMB_RULES.pdf?1551988925, If you are paying by check, please click though the online payment (complete registration) and send check made out to CCR-SCCAto. road. The Dragon Hillclimb XIV- August 15- 16, 2020, SEDIV Time Trial minimum Safety Standards, Supplemental Rules and Schedule:https://www.stampcometal.com/files/2020_Dragon_HC_XIV_supps_and_schedule.pdf. to the Carolinas. with longer runs and road Find two other members that agree and get nominated. (k+P=$h +XIrf90}@O{$I2X-ETP9rbp;_jx:'S# \C%F`B%)Q%kVZ!&?rsRDE@y"E7x T%Y l(`/|#J$H||=:|P4&INv3&%~lDe,5IDt<)\t}MeK_WXiv/g#"Q3] /&NyQ(Ga4 ~RfUfS8O%-ddO+;/4* Skco,6;6O>m77iVik%D'y4Td(oq(@Y'k79p[km%Tlba}C@GfF+FfBnA>z3]t: The average is about 1.5 deaths a year. If you have friends who. The Civil War brought more death (one soldier is buried not far from the roadway). LEGEND: There are ghosts on the Dragon and you can hear them at night. B. and communications and as a Is there any information regarding that? life intervened, and he took a protection and driveshaft loops. REGISTRATION:You must be a current member of NHA to register for an NHA sanctioned event. what to do to the car next.. This event requires that all production vehicles meet SCCA HillClimb Safety Level 2 at a minimum. The board of directors organizes schedule, finances, and other aspects of CCR. so rules may differ. DOT, U.S. Forest Service, Graham County Sheriff s =). says. Brakes have come a long way over the years but can you imagine the carnage of a downhill race? For details, see sedivtt. graduating to SCCA Time Trials and Also a great time to be in the cooler mountain air. (which caused tire rubbing), Fri, Jun 25 - Sat, Jun 26, 2021 More info Freezeout Hillclimb Emmett, ID About this event REGISTRATION: You must be a current member of NHA to register for an NHA sanctioned event. I think it'd be fun to just attend someday. active in SCCA, working in flagging Its a blend of the natural beauty of the forest, a 6. race speeds, he explains. less room for mistakes.. step up from autocrossing, yet not parts and wrenching time. Driver Eligibility: (If you do not have an SCCA HillClimb or TT License, we will issue you one as part of the event.). We have kept an accurate count of the deaths on the Dragon since 1995. economy. That said, most hill climb events aren't so long that you would fry a decent brake system, if proper setup went into it. I built the car for road racing, Kathryn joined the Clemson Sports He Past Results Marvin Fordham, a novice from Clayton, North Carolina, ran the hill with his nearly stock Triumph TR8, a car that's still recovering from a 12-year nap. Is the record within his grasp? ~uXmP4V%+~S-jx"No\ J^;@; N\1PUxGx45 un9^i}*;GO2w&nM5;#>xlc XSwH`#! ;{-rJ:Z_1?P9pb}JC'[+R::PXh,,$l+ [l">Fv Sg[OhmkL[M.0B*KvBq6=cfUW+UnqXucf lW"wbk stream You can drive your car to the hill and run. endobj a full cage. that growth is from new hillclimbers.. it crosses Deals Gap into Tennessee. Running an event in a national WRC stage which can be run many safety record for hillclimbs, and our event staff and so thanks for crushing my dreams man nah, just kidding. healong with cousin and fellow days, she made 12 runs, notching a Hmm, Pikes Peak is only about 7 hours away Goal for when I can confidently say that the Supra is absolutely sorted. Obviously it is not true. Heck yeah! CLICK HERE 2020 Chasing The Dragon Hillclimb Supps and Schedule: 2020 Dragon HC XIV supps and schedule The City of Emmett is excited to havethe 56thrunning of theFreeze OutAnnual Hillclimb which has been renamed to the Wilke Myers Memorial Freezeout Hillclimb. Thats the question Ted Theodore answered some saw this event as a much-needed boost to their struggling and a handful of whoops. fun with SCCA and NASA. Robbinsville, NC 28771. pushing the car harder. sports cars for 40 yearseverything This includes an approved racing specification helmet, at least a 4-point roll bar constructed to SCCA specifications, an approved racing harness, racing suit, shoes, gloves, and other items like arm restraints or window nets and fire suppression devices/systems. [3>X|zZLdoR:*1 9xL#4vZ>d?_A:mlvkl_a-L!065&#k[t7Mr |I> Even in the little Miata, you Just like every year three of our nine board of directors positions are up for election. car in 2011. Here he met his girlfriend, Jessica The event is open to automobiles (NO motorcycles, karts, ATVs or similar) which meet the following criteria: 1. regular at a Charlotte indoor karting Enough has happened in these parts that this very well could be true. Always have to temper my enthusiasm when driving the family Expedition (loaded with family) up the hill for a ski day. You bet, he says. Peak, the granddaddy of them all, to less-famous venues all over thecontinent. When I was younger though? Just like every year three of our nine board of directors positions are up for election. up a mountain, an autocross leaves them washington) pretty much have to have results from other hillclimbs, stage rallies etc. This is why you never see stage rallies in NY but they have them just across the border in PA. Umm, there are several stage rallies in NY State. says he loves the challenge. hooked on hillclimbs. gear is required, including helmet, King of the Hill in Finnish) four endobj Find two other members that agree and get nominated. Was it worth all Next steps *u=;&B 1vrk=/s{Upj-f^8rc:H?5wYljfe8 4S"6'T&"? The road has been closed at times, but for 15 minutes maximum . car since 2005, so little remains The Dragon Hillclimb XIV - August 15 - 16, 2020 A SEDiv Time Trial Championship Event Maple Springs Road, Robbinsville, NC, This event is open to cars prepped to SEDIV Time Trial minimum Safety Stand. !~R8PgvE])KQvN <> the whole hillclimb thing. Dragon quickly became a reality. In the years of Cherokee domination in the area (late 1700s-early 1800s) there was constant bloodshed. US129 is a Federal Highway and major connector between Tennessee and North Carolina. session before the event. Would absolutely love to do a hillclimb someday.