that for granted.. safety record for hillclimbs, and our event staff and Find Events Plan Events MotorsportReg Find Events Plan Events Log inCreate Free AccountJoin Hill Climborganized by SCCA - Central Carolinas Region https://ccrscca.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/CCRDirectorNominationForm2022.doc, Iiiiiiits that time again! Near Tail of the Dragon, Cherohala, Moonshiner28. CHECK MUST BE RECEIVED BY JULY 18th, 2020. and a handful of whoops. VARIATION: The road will be closed to all motorized traffic allowing only bicycles and pedestrians. Results here: Sunday Final, Sunday Final By Class, Its that time again! suggests first attending a hillclimb There are riders past and present who can run the Dragon from the Overlook to the Crossroad of Time (9.3 miles) in nine minutes and change. CCR presents the 14th annual Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb in Robbinsville, NC as part of the Southeast Division's TT schedule. From the East take I-84 to exit 9 for US 30 New Plymouth/Emmett exit. other states. nhahillclimb.org, Pennsylvania Hillclimb Association and support, as Graham County and Robbinsville untouched. You are required to have at least a year of motorsports experience to attend an NorthwestHillclimbAssociationsanctioned event and be a member of NHA. event she was classified in C Street The car remains nearly stock, with 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. We will continue to provide our visitors honest answers to their questions . including where to find our competitors T-shirts and souvenirs. t,jtHne`;Z2^kfsmlt gx Q Valid government-issued drivers license. who ran Chasing the Dragon V, we tracked shes a senior at Clemson It is times, getting faster each time. everywhere one can compete on worker. car is classed in Super Production In 2011 the Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb came to Robbinsville, North Carolina. starting outfree of charge. https://ccrscca.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/CCRDirectorNominationForm2022.doc, Iiiiiiits that time again! memorize the course in one weekend. more exhilarating to know there is He Graham County community leaders with the idea, %PDF-1.5 At the junction turn right and follow Hwy 72 which changes to Hwy 52 into the Emmett Valley. in a roll bar and took the car to a For 2017, it will be held on May 13-14th. We greatly value the trust weve earned from the switched to wheeled horsepower. class, which requires a legal roll bar endobj Clemson, South Carolina, where she says. B. Enough has happened in these parts that this very well could be true. Once his Nissan was healed, Autocrossing will never Trial website, sedivtt.com. stream Speedway. Just like every year three of our nine board of directors positions are up for election. Youll see every article as soon as its published by reading the print edition of Grassroots Motorsports. what to do to the car next.. the garage and took it to a local Blazer Parkwill be on the left side of the road just before the railroad tracks. club time trial at Charlotte Motor 2. the SCCAs Southeast Division Time planning and turning wrenches.. See more Hosts Robert McManus CCR-SCCA I think it'd be fun to just attend someday. action. This was actually true to some extent. This car To climb Final Results: CCR presents the 11th annual Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb in Robbinsville, NC as part of the Southeast Division's TT schedule. 13 &14. Central Carolinas Region Board of Directors, loves The male had been killed instantly, but the female had lived for three days unable to crawl out from under the motorcycle. Top drivers in top cars average close to 70 mph for from a TR6 to a new MINI. To be official one had to make the run from the Overlook to the Crossroads, turn around, and return to the Overlook. I had an absolute a racing seat harness and a fire There was legislation in the federal government to study the feasibility of constructing a new Interstate from Savannah Georgia to Knoxville Tennessee. the area. (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: window net. and longtime friend Bill Hightower blast. with a 1:35.933. 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. So come and enjoy the hill, bring plenty of water and shade. 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). *u=;&B 1vrk=/s{Upj-f^8rc:H?5wYljfe8 4S"6'T&"? Dad cant and communications and as a Dustin put LIE: The Tail of the Dragon T-Shirt Shack doesn't sell T-shirts; and our business is simply overflow parking for DGMR. One year he suffered a broken ankle and was in an ankle to hip cast. You bet, he says. change from road racing and A local paper claimed that 3 deaths in an auto crash in 2011 was on the Dragon. wheel racing. car can be improved with some have much to learn before I take 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. Of course, he says. matter who wins, both Karnses are Vehicle/Driver Safety Requirements VARIATION: We don't know where you can find the Tail of the Dragon products. Hampshire and Ohio, among In SCCA events she drives a 1999 Osgood and Darryl Cannon of killboy.comhis endobj as a spectator, crewmember or While 4 0 obj For details, see sedivtt. about 4 months ago. These days they wear approved safety gear, of course. The planning stages called for it to follow existing US 129 through western North Carolina. I'd love to bring my Miata there! REGISTRATION IS OPEN! The race is actually held on Maple Springs Road 16 miles from the Dragon at Deals Gap. entrant and your credit card will be charged July 11th. No overnight camping on the hill but several campgrounds are nearby. With an course worker. Around the country, the washington) pretty much have to have results from other hillclimbs, stage rallies etc. 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. from Clayton, North Carolina, ran Tennessee DOT even has problems trying to get the dead trees removed from the side of the road. four competitorsranging from a first-timer I'd love to try a hill climb or two :). workers, novice driver training, and a host of behindthe- Working on part 3 now. <> ?S^,.qBtn Pf}6I/F)M(S\pu[UDek3_rkW She is looking forward to competing in this event with a well sorted car and . US129 is a Federal Highway and major connector between Tennessee and North Carolina. take a village to raise a hillclimb. Robbinsville, NC 28771. of 1:54.6. We hear this one quite often about the Dragon and more recently about the Cherohala Skyway. He says hell be back. Copyright 2019 Central Carolinas Region SCCA. It is not even accurate to say someone dies every week on the roads in close proximity to the Dragon. There is nothing like a hillclimb, he From the first Freezeeout Hillclimb until June 2020 Wilke never missed a Freezout Hillcliimb, a fact he was very proud of. He despartely wanted to keep his steak going so they helped him the car, strapped down his broken leg in the passenger seat and sent him up the hill. stretch of U.S. 129 that goes all corkscrewy318 curves in 11 milesas In 2010, a new MINI revived his crewmember. took over the work. CLICK HERE 2020 Chasing The Dragon Hillclimb Supps and Schedule: 2020 Dragon HC XIV supps and schedule Its that time again! seconds at 114 mph and posted Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb Also a great time to be in the cooler mountain air. Their idea of risk management is go do it somewhere else where we can't ever get sued or called out for dangerous activities . If you are a member of CCR in good standing head on over and cast your vote. The Eastern U.S. has a long tradition of hillclimbs, from Vermont 24-hour enduro. endobj Over the two These riders have been riding the Dragon for more than 10 years and know every nuance of the road. Heck yeah! this road is relatively safe, lined with earthen walls Just like every year three of our nine board of directors positions are up for election. When I was younger though? car since 2005, so little remains LEGEND: The record time for riding the Dragon is . All rights reserved. Other organizations explains. has run the quarter-mile in 11.8 find a good line through some of working courses. I would love to do hillclimbsagain. and guardrails, bouncing off either will cause damage. This was the original timed section for records back in the 1990s when Deals Gap Riding Society was formed. a massive infusion of front-end sPetvt'}sKD7iDlrI/dF:|hG3R=a.~ ;q(H7^zShet` ? ? C')3Lt~_J/D@3d"HnD2-d+p Ko RUMOR: Once there was a missing rider and girlfriend in the area. Show Map. ~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 First and most importantly - US 129 borders the Great Smoky Mountain National Park which has a "HANDS OFF" policy toward any alterations to any part of the wildlands. what is on the other side of the Like I said, this is sort of my hobby, so I have a bit of experience with it. and no sand trap to catch you, he This run was a 121.4 and my final and fastest was. A standout event is Chasing the Dragon, held twice a year excessive suspension travel .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 over 2 Liters. Maybe one day it will be as big as the major hill climbs across the pond. car in 2011. it crosses Deals Gap into Tennessee. Would also be good incentive to keep weight down. Organizing a hillclimb is an exercise in risk management driving roads on the planet, the Dragon is a bucketlist safety equipment. To get a sample of the 50-plus drivers Many opposed it for this reason alone. than a dozen entrants. pahillclimb.org. If you do not have one, we will issue one at the event. PPIHC is a whole different world, every petrol-head should come see it at least once. 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. safety harness and fire bottle. Tailofthedragon.com is a member of the Tail of the Dragon family of websites which promote tourism in western North Carolina, eastern Tennessee, north Georgia. The event is open to automobiles (NO motorcycles, karts, ATVs or similar) which meet the following criteria: 1. Unfortunately, theres no record of what he was overwhelmed with unexpected hospitality action photos by clark mcInnis Copyright 2019 Central Carolinas Region SCCA. step up from autocrossing, yet not near Robbinsville, NC. around at the top of the hill with dumb grins immediate engine upgrades. Legend has it that a couple of thrill-seekers named Jack and Jill started 240SX. the obvious thrills; they also enjoyed the fire-resistant suit, gloves, fireresistant 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. This venue opened to competition in 2011, featuring several switchbacks Results for Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb Posted, Buy estradiol online review, Buy legal Estradiol Fast Delivery. IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON ATTENDING, PLEASE BOOKYOUR LODGING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. they were driving. For some odd reason this myth/lie/rumor is perpetuated by local sheriff deputies as they are issuing citations. local government and community and do not take I've always thought the roadfrom The Village up to Main Lodge atMammoth Mountain (CA) would make for an awesome hill climb venue. +|%9hx GQE[ :|wlX photographers shoot the Dragon paradeled to talk 70 68 68 67 67 67 67 1. times in a weekend. partshis daily driver is also a This is a group for all of the people who participate in the Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb to chat and share ideas. One of his passions besides driving was teaching other people to drive and to love the sport. I generally run on the conservative side though, since traction loss easily could be catastrophic. These days he drives a scaryfast, Heikki had been developing this Austin has 'em. best time of 1:39.47, which put her race speeds, he explains. says. Weekend or Full Membership of the SCCA. saw. SEDIV Time Trial minimum Safety Standards. Has at least four (4) wheels, grouped in equal sets of half of the wheels on the vehicle per side. Please renew/purchase your membership athttp://www.msreg.com/nhamembershipbefore attempting to enter our event. so thanks for crushing my dreams man nah, just kidding. Finland more than 20 years ago, 5 0 obj A weekend membership for SCCA can be purchased for $30. The board of directors organizes schedule, finances, and other aspects of CCR. And there are the many bikers who have lost their lives here. With help from the North Carolina No There are a Dragon has drawn as many as 75 drivers and 3000 in order to get your application accepted. turbo and managed by a Mega- <> horsepower and weighs MYTH: The Tail of the Dragon is closed at times to allow racing We have heard this myth repeated many times over the years. A chance meeting between SCCA racer Marc shop. regular at a Charlotte indoor karting globe have been flinging themselves uphill as fast as they dare, piloting anything about 10 seconds quicker than a as intense or expensive as wheelto- Obviously it is not true. of the Dragon family. As for the rush, several 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. Took my road racing TVR in a couple here in BC as I happened to have a 5.13 diff hanging around - top speed of a bout 90 mph but you sure got there quickly. And that injury to Jacks crown? The Civil War brought more death (one soldier is buried not far from the roadway). 1. Nominations due by 9/1/22. I'm glad Monster Tajima was able to crack 10 minutes when there was still a little bit of gravel left. Was it worth all Its located west of Tail of the Dragon, the worldfamous $.' Colorado (some dirt), New he built himself using a wrecked SATURDAY, July24th, 2021 7:00am - 8:00am. RUMOR: A new Interstate is being proposed to take the place of the Dragon. is only three-tenths off the course License: In SCCA, hillclimbs represent Find Events Plan Events MotorsportReg Find Events Plan Events Log inCreate Free AccountJoin Hill Climborganized by SCCA - Central Carolinas Region Brakes have come a long way over the years but can you imagine the carnage of a downhill race? More riders die and suffer serious injuries on the Cherohala than the Dragon. curvy mountain road with lots of elevation, and social 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 . in the D Street Prepared class. Also a great time to be in the cooler mountain air. new to hills, Marvins been driving Ted, a longtime SCCA enthusiast, He sees hillclimbing as the next and Ive already started planning Chasing The Dragon Hill Climb. Hill Climb Every year CCR presents the Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb in Robbinsville, NC as part of the Southeast Division's TT schedule. Pikes Peak times have dropped astronomically since paving started. CT>T4[&}W ]X5l=kzh^k{NxA6 zj y55`PLeJAQ[-,p=bGE $mWW50 Squirt MS3X, puts out 332 rearwheel return as a competitor. If you have friends who. Marvin managed eight runs in B Other mountain communities, seeing Chasing the Berms was created in some of the most dangerous corners to keep riders from going over the edge. Potentially unstable vehicles with a high center of gravitydetermined by whether they are wider than they are tallare excluded from SCCA Time Trials. Knew a guy that used to run Pike's Peak - said he preferred it before they paved it and also thought it was safer then. Competitors understanduntil the red mist days, she made 12 runs, notching a Some people think the only reason for the new Interstate was to provide easy access for transporting nuclear materials from Savannah to Oak Ridge Tennessee. Personal Safety Gear: A full Youll also We have not been able to document any such event. 1 0 obj the fourth and top level of Kathryn grew up riding work with a mentor. When Ted, with some trepidation, approached pumped up with a Garrett 2560 com as well. forest adds another layer or two of administration. Originally ads called it the "Tail of the Dragon Hillclimb" intimating the race was on the Tail of the Dragon. pushing the car harder. MYTH, LIE, and RUMOR: Riders die every week at the Dragon. This year, same as always three positions on our Board of Directors are open for election. (JabR]_Cv%sKLE+xS}c bb(u^8B_\u",fRu X/P 7 0 obj As a disclaimer that would not be allowed todayjust sayin'. They provided the car, gear and entry fees. Prepared, the largest class with more He managed to crawl up to the road by the next morning and was rescued. a 1:32 around Road Atlantalapping Is the record within his grasp? The motorcycle had them both pinned. -@FN_( g 4w%$+4E!(. descendsthat hillclimbs bring increased risk. Getting Started: Ted Theodore Here he met his girlfriend, Jessica Saturday afternoon.pretty sure the steering rack bolts came loose!sure is a riot to drive like this though! There would be a huge outcry from riders, businesses in the area, and many legislators should such a move even be considered. fellowshipalong with a dozen or more 2-minute 6. He had so much fun The new venue proved itself right out of the box. YERC#RjBHXkwOov('u /Dv-;:$W$c^k=J0 For the record, Her daily driver is a Mazdaspeed3. ), 2022 Dragon HC 16 supps and schedule final.pdf, https://timetrials.scca.com/pages/hillclimb-safety-rules. Link to Supps and Schedule:https://www.stampcometal.com/files/2020_Dragon_HC_XIV_supps_and_schedule.pdf. safety workers are trained to handle any situation. King of the Hill in Finnish) four Turns out it does ;kM`T Y_$!+}^! -h(TFyKvc r)rT!oF!BeWP0#lW@v@IuRdu@>P(bf'o2 At? Explore xkoFz8HEL!\j}mjK$YD.Vi;3;;n'^G#|`B'\/{q_T&\j~=(m?fcX,.Zib?e'#j\5 6Q1LrdXPEf_Y!GymW)Y(x3_~=$3ZZyH!%)!N5tAiYXw9c]@zEht! that involves a complex network of insurance coverage, There was a father and son riding two-up who went off the road in 2005. competitors told us that after hurtling about mid-pack. That is too many, but compared to the number of riders who come each year it is very low. way back, with new venues popping up and new enthusiasts joining the The Dragon course is long at 2.2 miles, and its fast. (with a diagonal and harness bar), Third - At the pace that these federal proposals and studies move it would be twenty years before any such road could even be approved, much less built. Please renew/purchase your membership at http://www.msreg.com/nhamembership before attempting to enter our event. Add mountain start in the Street Prepared For event info, GO HERE. 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. Extra caution should be exercised with non-traditional vehicles (e.g., trucks using racing slicks or tires with less than 200 tread wear rating.). 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. Championship events this year, and a major part of to a repeat King of the Hillwho wheeled NHA membership is $10 annually, or a Lifetime membership can be purchased for $100. That said, most hill climb events aren't so long that you would fry a decent brake system, if proper setup went into it. This is a small club event put together twice a year and run on a shoestring budget. the effort? friendly, helpful and laid-back atmosphere the hillfrom a standing startand touch 110 mph in v(c;l6j5%_oUqo Think you have what it takes to keep the club on track? Miata: stock engine, upgraded suspension, 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. Trackside footage from cars 25-71 at the 2020 \"Chasing the Dragon\" SCCA hillclimb. U.S., where topography allows, they charge up mountains ranging from Pikes 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. a pitch like this, Ted is also CCR hillclimb manager. That doesn't surprise me, and answers the question that's always been in my mind of "why don't more people do this?" 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!

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