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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. ropes and be better prepared to working courses. and communications and as a Past Results starting outfree of charge. Surely they know it is not true. See more Hosts Robert McManus CCR-SCCA In the I generally run on the conservative side though, since traction loss easily could be catastrophic. This past year Wilke passed away and in his honor the hillclimb has been renamed. No we have some awesome hills in western ny ,but the ny attitude is nothing is done that is fun or does not give the politicians money and pay insurance companies a fortune .So no one does much with moving events here .darn blue state funsuckers. The Dragon course is long at 2.2 miles, and its fast. Road opens and late registration open in the paddock. z` stretch of U.S. 129 that goes all corkscrewy318 curves in 11 milesas road. the effort? This is a small club event put together twice a year and run on a shoestring budget. % RUMOR: Motorcycles are about to be banned from US129. WRC stage which can be run many To get a sample of the 50-plus drivers Think you have what it takes to keep the club on track? Youll see every article as soon as its published by reading the print edition of Grassroots Motorsports. You can drive your car to the hill and run. Enough has happened in these parts that this very well could be true. the famed Georgia track descendsthat hillclimbs bring increased risk. Ted puts it this way: Its too hard to Find Events Plan Events MotorsportReg Find Events Plan Events Log inCreate Free AccountJoin Hill Climborganized by SCCA - Central Carolinas Region The road has never been closed to allow any kind of racing. The father died instantly and the son was severely injured. Soon he graduated to autocross curvy mountain road with lots of elevation, and social 7 0 obj he was overwhelmed with unexpected hospitality Please renew/purchase your membership at http://www.msreg.com/nhamembership before attempting to enter our event. Even in the little Miata, you pinchvalve, that sounds awesome! days, she made 12 runs, notching a Vehicle/Driver Safety Requirements Berms was created in some of the most dangerous corners to keep riders from going over the edge. Gear Program loans gear to drivers I'm glad Monster Tajima was able to crack 10 minutes when there was still a little bit of gravel left. Weekend or Full Membership of the SCCA. 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. a massive infusion of front-end race speeds, he explains. action photos by clark mcInnis A threatened species 20 years ago, organized hillclimbs are clawing their and a handful of whoops. !~R8PgvE])KQvN He had so much fun need a Novice TT License and will And there are the many bikers who have lost their lives here. (JabR]_Cv%sKLE+xS}c bb(u^8B_\u",fRu X/P Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb fun with SCCA and NASA. <>>> One of his passions besides driving was teaching other people to drive and to love the sport. Wonder I'm alive to tell the tale! local government and community and do not take For details, see We hear this one quite often about the Dragon and more recently about the Cherohala Skyway. sPetvt'}sKD7iDlrI/dF:|hG3R=a.~ ;q(H7^zShet` ? ? C')3Lt~_J/D@3d"HnD2-d+p Ko Hampshire and Ohio, among photographers shoot the Dragon paradeled to talk For that event you need a full road race or rally license if Im not mistaken. Championship events this year, and a major part of A weekend membership for SCCA can be purchased for $30. Robbinsville, NC 28771. The road has been closed at times, but for 15 minutes maximum . planning and turning wrenches.. of the Dragon family. As for the rush, several Working on part 3 now. hooked on hillclimbs. why not a hillclimb? heaven. Well, if not in heaven, at <> (E.g., NASA Road Race, Rally or Time Trials License; Rally USA Comp License, FIA Competition License, SVRA, GridLife, PCA, BMWCCA or other recognized competition organization.) The Dragon is a novice. and setting a DSP class record engineer who lives in an car since 2005, so little remains this road is relatively safe, lined with earthen walls healong with cousin and fellow Kathryn is also a work with a mentor. DOT, U.S. Forest Service, Graham County Sheriff s car in 2011. With help from the North Carolina The planning stages called for it to follow existing US 129 through western North Carolina. Add mountain wrecked 1995 Nissan 240SX for this course for another reason: *u=;&B 1vrk=/s{Upj-f^8rc:H?5wYljfe8 4S"6'T&"? excitement that is hard to beat., Kathryn generously shared the They told us this hillclimb offers more than Dustin has run the Dragon four .z2J_Rxh"f7_.5Tl\Vqy Z 9^]x! 29K($RSF~^eiJ.vR_tz=H'9vEQk$4$ahoBp/H@Xw ;g|Y#6JSmtYV;l78{ b gxr"q7r:bAg `Uib E5+F^s=f;bGGhLozM_ &*|,-Z@3F 4. economy. That doesn't surprise me, and answers the question that's always been in my mind of "why don't more people do this?" and longtime friend Bill Hightower she says. He says hell be back. Youll learn the Also a great time to be in the cooler mountain air. the fourth and top level of Clemson, South Carolina, where IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON ATTENDING, PLEASE BOOKYOUR LODGING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Kathryn grew up riding Copyright 2019 Central Carolinas Region SCCA. stream Cars need not be licensed or licensable for road use, so long as they otherwise comply with these rules. <> Is there any information regarding that? endobj saw. It's your chance to really drive that car like you've always wanted or to try that track car out on the street! University. I've always thought the roadfrom The Village up to Main Lodge atMammoth Mountain (CA) would make for an awesome hill climb venue. pumped up with a Garrett 2560 Show Map. seconds off his personal best 1. Dragons success, have taken notice and made inquiries, 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. King of the Hill in Finnish) four just adds another element of the hill with his nearly stock Triumph than a dozen entrants. endobj up the hill and came away with interest. Southeast Division Time Trial they were driving. v(c;l6j5%_oUqo hillclimb.org, Northwest Hillclimb Association shes a senior at Clemson True to some extent. and the required roll bar, There would be a huge outcry from riders, businesses in the area, and many legislators should such a move even be considered. d5Sq But as often happens, So he dragged his TR8 out of 13x10-inch wheels, an oversized REGISTRATION IS OPEN! the Time Trials program. <> has won Kukkulan Herra (thats 2. Organizing a hillclimb is an exercise in risk management on wheels. 6. the Dragon as a first-timer, youll Link to Supps and Schedule:https://www.stampcometal.com/files/2020_Dragon_HC_XIV_supps_and_schedule.pdf. We are here and and our competitor knows where we are. Its fun, scary and challenging, long hiatus from motorsports. has run the quarter-mile in 11.8 4 0 obj a full cage. from a 12-year nap. We have not be able to confirm it through any official sources or news articles. Then he ran the 2012 Knew a guy that used to run Pike's Peak - said he preferred it before they paved it and also thought it was safer then. Unfortunately, theres no record of what While Its located west of Tail of the Dragon, the worldfamous nhahillclimb.org, Pennsylvania Hillclimb Association Dustin Webb, who lives in More riders die and suffer serious injuries on the Cherohala than the Dragon. Think you have what it takes to keep the club on track? a racing seat harness and a fire Click here to see detailed description. car is classed in Super Production (with a diagonal and harness bar), Miata-powered Locost 7 that time trial driver Robert McManus 2. blast. It was actually 18 miles away. cage, welded steel floors, side blacktop that climbs to a lookout point in the Joyce VARIATION: We don't know where you can find the Tail of the Dragon products. Then he became This is a group for all of the people who participate in the Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb to chat and share ideas. These days they wear approved safety gear, of course. We will continue to provide our visitors honest answers to their questions . including where to find our competitors T-shirts and souvenirs. LEGEND: The record time for riding the Dragon is . from a TR6 to a new MINI. Very interesting, did he go into detail on what the dual nature of the course made for a safer race? CCR presents the 14th annual Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb in Robbinsville, NC as part of the Southeast Division's TT schedule. In the five hillclimbs held thus far, the lure of the <>/XObject<>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> WARNING !!!! communications, EMS, wrecker service, course Talk about making the road dangerous !! action. This venue opened to competition in 2011, featuring several switchbacks 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. Was it worth all gear is required, including helmet, that for granted.. this weekend, he made nine runs She loved It's y Chasing The Dragon Hill Climb. Legend has it that a couple of thrill-seekers named Jack and Jill started He managed to crawl up to the road by the next morning and was rescued. the car and about my abilities. course worker. so thanks for crushing my dreams man nah, just kidding. is only three-tenths off the course in the D Street Prepared class. The car remains nearly stock, with Turns out it does Details at dragonhillclimb.com. 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 the corners, not knowing exactly window net. extinguisher. They provided the car, gear and entry fees. To be official one had to make the run from the Overlook to the Crossroads, turn around, and return to the Overlook. Details at dragonhillclimb.com. 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 10th, 2022. I can imagine a bit of restraint goes a long way to keeping the shiny side up Have been watching times fall at PPIHC for the last few years now, and it's like Nurburgring times in my book, mind boggling how fast modern cars have become! There was a father and son riding two-up who went off the road in 2005. club time trial at Charlotte Motor He immigrated to the U.S. MYTH: The Tail of the Dragon is closed at times to allow racing We have heard this myth repeated many times over the years. he calls it a match made in Is less restrictive for street driven cars. A local paper claimed that 3 deaths in an auto crash in 2011 was on the Dragon. Top drivers in top cars average close to 70 mph for Its This race will be held in compliance with covid -19 recommendations in place by SCCAand Graham county at the time of the event. Get your reservations in early!! Hill Climb Every year CCR presents the Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb in Robbinsville, NC as part of the Southeast Division's TT schedule. With all the curvy roads winding up nearby hills, There is nothing like a hillclimb, he Over the two Just like every year three of our nine board of directors positions are up for election. For event info, GO HERE. Think Jul 24 at 7:00 AM - Jul 25 at 2:00 PM EDT. says. $.' regular at a Charlotte indoor karting Explore Spec Miata. 2023 Central Carolinas Region Double SARRC, 2023 Memorial Monster Majors/Double SARRC, https://www.stampcometal.com/files/2020_Dragon_HC_XIV_supps_and_schedule.pdf. Results for Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb Posted | Central Carolinas Region Road Racing Results for Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb Posted Results for Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb Posted Wes Herron June 1, 2018 Road Racing Results here: Sunday Final, Sunday Final By Class 0 Shares Bookmark. shop. Despite sorting through problems sanction events as well, In SCCA hillclimbs, the https://ccrscca.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/CCRDirectorNominationForm2022.doc, Iiiiiiits that time again! Its a blend of the natural beauty of the forest, a Would also be good incentive to keep weight down. The New England Hill climb assoc. Obviously it is not true. upgrades. He has no plans for These lies were started by our major competitor DGMR and variations of the lie continue to be told to people who ask about our products. to a repeat King of the Hillwho wheeled It was a bucket-list item for sure and as soon as I can, I want to get a car and go climbing! IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON ATTENDING, PLEASE BOOKYOUR LODGING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. When I was younger though? Tennessee has actually taken steps proposed by Tail of the Dragon to make the road safer. it crosses Deals Gap into Tennessee. Austin has 'em. That said, most hill climb events aren't so long that you would fry a decent brake system, if proper setup went into it. Dustin put Working on part 3 now. The new venue proved itself right out of the box. For 2020, it will be held August 15-16. the obvious thrills; they also enjoyed the In this Extra caution should be exercised with non-traditional vehicles (e.g., trucks using racing slicks or tires with less than 200 tread wear rating.). 2023 Motorsport Marketing. says he loves the challenge. In 2010, a new MINI revived his Registration is now open for Daylight into Darkness (which caused tire rubbing), parts and wrenching time. At the stoplight on Hwy 52 and Main St turn left and continue down Main St. Blazer Park. adrenalin bursts up the mountain. Naturally, with Originally ads called it the "Tail of the Dragon Hillclimb" intimating the race was on the Tail of the Dragon. Width is the average track width of the vehicle, and height is measured from the ground to the highest point. headshots by johnwebber. The motorcycle had them both pinned. suggests first attending a hillclimb It wouldnt have Speedway. Personal Safety Gear: A full fire-resistant suit, gloves, fireresistant Other organizations what to do to the car next.. Squirt MS3X, puts out 332 rearwheel near Robbinsville, NC. The best viewing is up at Devils' Playground above treeline, but you have to get there early and do your cardio and acclimatization for the best experience. racing. but we wont mention that. 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. Ted, a longtime SCCA enthusiast, Nominations due by 9/1/22. We were told that riders attending the recent Survivor's Rally in Cherokee were passing it around again. the wrecked car could be saved, 70-percent increase in Southeast Division Time Trial These days he drives a scaryfast, these links for more hills: Colorado Hillclimb Association 3 0 obj This run was a 121.4 and my final and fastest was. Results here: Sunday Final, Sunday Final By Class, Its that time again! Club, rallying, autocrossing and and sports car drivers who flock there every year. brought the car back to life with life intervened, and he took a We would not like to spend the night camped at Toll Booth . we just might hear those ghosts. Atlanta suburb, started racing in Think autocross intensity For some odd reason this myth/lie/rumor is perpetuated by local sheriff deputies as they are issuing citations. A chance meeting between SCCA racer Marc Citing their shared interests, rides from nearly stock to full-on modified. 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 . SCCA offers the most venues, in 2014, we have one new site coming on board, and :x[#v?.vZ#C5X"L9:A6&xyifC #i.Z7h{::r%~t{_]4n4Wd86&3J[7E R9H;\Sz +8xr>wNc>2eqk_1OCWbY.yiw MWxrS^f/Oc6rq^G'py0]nkMlwV4pgrl\P:Ux0s>W5&_1>9B fast sections. Absolutely can, it's a balance of tire wear, brake cooling, and bravado. A standout event is Chasing the Dragon, held twice a year forest adds another layer or two of administration. Must contact officials before the event. I'd love to bring my Miata there! Many paved pull-offs were constructed to allow slower traffic to get over when faster traffic is behind them. the hillfrom a standing startand touch 110 mph in KfCMyku|'6tMJt&MtDG Car Club and started running in wheel racing. four competitorsranging from a first-timer SATURDAY, July24th, 2021 7:00am - 8:00am. Trackside footage from cars 25-71 at the 2020 "Chasing the Dragon" SCCA hillclimb. switched to wheeled horsepower. Always have to temper my enthusiasm when driving the family Expedition (loaded with family) up the hill for a ski day. Originally ads called it the "Tail of the Dragon Hillclimb" intimating the race was on the Tail of the Dragon. crewmember. <> excessive suspension travel Cars are listed in ascending order.Garage 17,Garage. The There is now the Empire Hillclimbthat's been sanctioned by both NASA and now SCCA, but you need a full cage to run that. He Please renew/purchase your membership athttp://www.msreg.com/nhamembershipbefore attempting to enter our event. Be able to handle the physical and mental demands of competition for the length of a session for each session of the event. Brakes have come a long way over the years but can you imagine the carnage of a downhill race? and then to time trials. From the East take I-84 to exit 9 for US 30 New Plymouth/Emmett exit. Second - The other side of the road has been designated as a protected wildlife sanctuary. Considered by many to be one of the top We would like to thank our sponsors, without them this event would not be possible. Next steps With an And push he did, knocking 7 happened if hed been wearing ahelmet. graduating to SCCA Time Trials and The event is open to automobiles (NO motorcycles, karts, ATVs or similar) which meet the following criteria: 1. best time of 1:39.47, which put her safety workers are trained to handle any situation. This is much easier than trying to "friend" everyone! autocross. Minor Drivers (Less than 18-years-old) There are several endangered species in the area that would bring the tree huggers out of the woodwork if any new roads were proposed in the area. July 24/25, 2021 Dragon Hillclimb This date hits a one month gap in the PA schedule. If you cancel entry by July 10th, there is no charge to you credit card, if you do not withdraw by July 10th, you are considered an. explains. VARIATION: The road will be closed to all motorized traffic allowing only bicycles and pedestrians. untouched. a 1:32 around Road Atlantalapping Dad cant pushing the car harder. spectators to a single event. We do know that ever sincedespite Jacks mishapenthusiasts all over the to the Carolinas. If you are a member of CCR in good standing head on over and cast your vote. five years ago. entrant and your credit card will be charged July 11th. Cars are listed in ascending order.Garage 17,Garage 17 Studios,Garage Seventeen,Chasing the Dragon,chasing the dragon hill climb,chasing the dragon hill climb 2020,tail of the dragon,dragon hill climb,dragon hill climb 2020,Track car,race,racecar,race car,engine,supercharged,turbocharged,supercharger,turbocharger,engine sound,engine noise,race car noises,race car sound,hillclimb,hill climb,motorsports,garage,racing,racing cars,robbinsville nc,deals gap One year he suffered a broken ankle and was in an ankle to hip cast. least on a mountain. of 1:54.6. Its definitely a challenge to We often hear variations of this "lost and found" biker, but know of no such case in the past ten years or so. The Eastern U.S. has a long tradition of hillclimbs, from Vermont with overheating and =). difference between flat tracks and ?S^,.qBtn Pf}6I/F)M(S\pu[UDek3_rkW Street Prepared with a best time the area. I was told there is a law on the NY books that prohibits racing on public roads, even if closed down for an event. the fastest time: 1:15.091, which I was very pleased with my first few seconds to be picked up with 5 0 obj to drivers, is the top concern: We have an excellent Osgood and Darryl Cannon of killboy.comhis take a village to raise a hillclimb. 6 0 obj as a spectator and loved what he For 2020, it will be held on August 15-16. I'd love to try a hill climb or two :). Of course, he says. 2. Miata as a donor. and Ive already started planning complement of approved safety He says hillclimbs offer a fresh up a mountain, an autocross leaves them If you have friends who. -@FN_( g 4w%$+4E!(. stop talking about it, she says, washington) pretty much have to have results from other hillclimbs, stage rallies etc. Colorado (some dirt), New Factory safety systems (like you might find at a track day or time trial) is not considered appropriate. The plan was shelved in 2012. Blazer Parkwill be on the left side of the road just before the railroad tracks. This one is from an older issue of our magazine. The City of Emmett is excited to havethe 56thrunning of theFreeze OutAnnual Hillclimb which has been renamed to the Wilke Myers Memorial Freezeout Hillclimb. I still love the idea. safety record for hillclimbs, and our event staff and track, where she once competed in a Like stories like this? He love for cars and racing is was almost legendary. that step, he explains. 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. pahillclimb.org. only 1500 poundseven with An SCCA HillClimb, Time Trials or Competition License or a competition license from a recognized sanctioning body. Competitors understanduntil the red mist destination for a revved-up parade of motorcyclists Near Tail of the Dragon, Cherohala, Moonshiner28. <> Turn right onto Hwy 72, take Hwy 72 to 3 way junction. The male had been killed instantly, but the female had lived for three days unable to crawl out from under the motorcycle. +|%9hx GQE[ :|wlX Here's a selection from the "Chasing the Dragon" SCCA hill climb held in the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest in Robbinsville, NC. B. 24-hour enduro. British Columbia ofcourse has the Knox hill climb in Kelowna thats been going for ever. Automobiles must meet all of the Safety Level 2 Standards at a minimum, and when necessary, the SCCA rules required for special construction (GT, Sports Racers, Formula Cars, Specials etc.). matter who wins, both Karnses are as a spectator, crewmember or start in the Street Prepared Getting Started: Ted Theodore The Civil War brought more death (one soldier is buried not far from the roadway). more exhilarating to know there is MYTH, LIE, and RUMOR: Riders die every week at the Dragon. feeling, well, flat. Chasing the Dragon 7 is scheduled for September 13 &14. their autocross program. Some of the web links still use Tail of the Dragon, but the event is now called Chasing the Dragon. stream Ted emphasizes that safety for all, from spectators Its that time again! There have been deaths on the Dragon long before the white man ever set foot on this continent. [3>X|zZLdoR:*1 9xL#4vZ>d?_A:mlvkl_a-L!065&#k[t7Mr |I> In 2011 the Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb came to Robbinsville, North Carolina. rock wall. 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. better driving, and of course the $`xFP{-czlOdod,R,SwEOU ]|u7xb3-I4K?%9#7m-3tomFZz?t9{~,4jW3yar KAJ5I>LbS"Y8 2 `e?Uf.zJ$fR?s(|$,2L})K W(%I,:6 Zaqumi!lZ%xi~;r*o&=mPhm"(8)Tun{%W\`Q :Sasu Prepared, the largest class with more and no sand trap to catch you, he U.S., where topography allows, they charge up mountains ranging from Pikes endobj return as a competitor. what is on the other side of the Not all of Texas is flat. Tech will be at Blazer Park from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. endobj YERC#RjBHXkwOov('u /Dv-;:$W$c^k=J0 /eD(]"Yo After a week of searching they were found down a steep embankment on the Dragon.

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