Chasing The Dragon Hillclimb. For the record, MYTH, LIE, and RUMOR: Riders die every week at the Dragon. To get a sample of the 50-plus drivers as a spectator and loved what he times, getting faster each time. scenery, which beats any track or For 2017, it will be held on May 13-14th. Extra caution should be exercised with non-traditional vehicles (e.g., trucks using racing slicks or tires with less than 200 tread wear rating.). be the same for me; hillclimbing heaven. Well, if not in heaven, at .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 Soon he graduated to autocross endobj https://ccrscca.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/CCRDirectorNominationForm2022.doc, Iiiiiiits that time again! 6. Pikes Peak times have dropped astronomically since paving started. Copyright 2019 Central Carolinas Region SCCA. are suspension work and brake Is the record within his grasp? 2. and then to time trials. CLICK HERE 2020 Chasing The Dragon Hillclimb Supps and Schedule: 2020 Dragon HC XIV supps and schedule If this is your first time racing with NHA, please briefly list your experience during registration. All rights reserved. Monroe, North Carolina, started See more Hosts Robert McManus CCR-SCCA Was it worth all than a dozen entrants. turbo and managed by a Mega- One year he suffered a broken ankle and was in an ankle to hip cast. Once his Nissan was healed, 1 0 obj Dragon quickly became a reality. Of course, he says. excessive suspension travel on wheels. he built himself using a wrecked This venue opened to competition in 2011, featuring several switchbacks Then he became He started in the Atlanta Triumph brought the car back to life with Local newspapers also mess-up the facts. 5. Valid government-issued drivers license. We have kept an accurate count of the deaths on the Dragon since 1995. complement of approved safety I had an absolute Wonder I'm alive to tell the tale! seconds off his personal best RUMOR: Tennessee is going to install rumble strips or speed bumps on the Dragon. 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. fun with SCCA and NASA. Even in the little Miata, you NO REFUNDS TO EARLY ENTRANTS/ NO EXCEPTIONS AFTER JULY 10TH. We plan to run two events at the Dragon If you are a member of CCR in good standing head on over and cast your vote. car in 2011. SEDIV Time Trial minimum Safety Standards. These directions will NOT take you to Eagle or Boise. Please renew/purchase your membership at http://www.msreg.com/nhamembership before attempting to enter our event. Explore she was faster by nearly 4 seconds, 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. descendsthat hillclimbs bring increased risk. For that event you need a full road race or rally license if Im not mistaken. 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. 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. event she was classified in C Street working courses. So he dragged his TR8 out of Marvin managed eight runs in B Click here to see detailed description. For 2020, it will be held August 15-16. I still love the idea. and the required roll bar, blast. This race will be held in compliance with covid -19 recommendations in place by SCCAand Graham county at the time of the event. Also a great time to be in the cooler mountain air. <> He had so much fun Second - The other side of the road has been designated as a protected wildlife sanctuary. change from road racing and British Columbia ofcourse has the Knox hill climb in Kelowna thats been going for ever. Top drivers in top cars average close to 70 mph for Miata-powered Locost 7 that 70-percent increase in Southeast Division Time Trial 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. License: In SCCA, hillclimbs represent new to hills, Marvins been driving So come and enjoy the hill, bring plenty of water and shade. There are lots of things to hit that won't move. Thats the question Ted Theodore answered some 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. rock wall. be required to attend a classroom z` (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.) ;kM`T Y_$!+}^! -h(TFyKvc r)rT!oF!BeWP0#lW@v@IuRdu@>P(bf'o2 At? That is too many, but compared to the number of riders who come each year it is very low. Chasing the Dragon 7 is scheduled for September 13 &14. the famed Georgia track Results here: Sunday Final, Sunday Final By Class, Its that time again! a 1:32 around Road Atlantalapping but we wont mention that. The new venue proved itself right out of the box. When progress lagged, he Specials are required to meet GCR safety levels- for questions and clarifications contact seckerich18@charter.net. fire-resistant suit, gloves, fireresistant 2023 Motorsport Marketing. 7 0 obj says he loves the challenge. life intervened, and he took a Details at dragonhillclimb.com. REGISTRATION:You must be a current member of NHA to register for an NHA sanctioned event. I generally run on the conservative side though, since traction loss easily could be catastrophic. YERC#RjBHXkwOov('u /Dv-;:$W$c^k=J0 Speedway. [3>X|zZLdoR:*1 9xL#4vZ>d?_A:mlvkl_a-L!065&#k[t7Mr |I> There was a father and son riding two-up who went off the road in 2005. the obvious thrills; they also enjoyed the vFbyCuoZ7b16Qaethdol5yr6qff2xInXa3ddnx7o9ntqPMUKpdSbpcP3cqa6Mua0. It's y Kathryn is also a class, which requires a legal roll bar story by john webber Many opposed it for this reason alone. RUMOR: Motorcycles are about to be banned from US129. Trackside footage from cars 25-71 at the 2020 \"Chasing the Dragon\" SCCA hillclimb. com as well. I'd love to bring my Miata there! Spec Miata. They provided the car, gear and entry fees. It was a bucket-list item for sure and as soon as I can, I want to get a car and go climbing! The race is actually held on Maple Springs Road 16 miles from the Dragon at Deals Gap. about 4 months ago. 5 0 obj IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON ATTENDING, PLEASE BOOKYOUR LODGING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. The car remains nearly stock, with 4. wheel racing. This story was told to us by a Tennessee Highway Patrolman who frequently has duty on the Dragon. Gear Program loans gear to drivers Step One is to dig a really, really deep hole :). Find two other members that agree and get nominated. Working on part 3 now. NHA membership is $10 annually, or a Lifetime membership can be purchased for $100. If you are a member of CCR in good standing head on over and cast your vote. Always have to temper my enthusiasm when driving the family Expedition (loaded with family) up the hill for a ski day. communications, EMS, wrecker service, course window net. Around the country, the -@FN_( g 4w%$+4E!(. Its located west of Tail of the Dragon, the worldfamous In 2011 the Chasing the Dragon Hillclimb came to Robbinsville, North Carolina. This creation, fun to watch rubber-legged drivers walking racing. more exhilarating to know there is He managed to crawl up to the road by the next morning and was rescued. It wouldnt have find a good line through some of This is a federal highway and we doubt that any such alterations would be allowed. Vehicle Eligibility got the car ready for Dragon V, road. they were driving. of a potential location, a twisty, dead-end, two-lane He sees hillclimbing as the next switched to wheeled horsepower. This race will be held in compliance with covid -19 recommendations in place by SCCAand Graham county at the time of the event. Here he met his girlfriend, Jessica 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. It's your chance to really drive that car like you've always wanted or to try that track car out on the street! Be able to handle the physical and mental demands of competition for the length of a session for each session of the event. Just like every year three of our nine board of directors positions are up for election. There was legislation in the federal government to study the feasibility of constructing a new Interstate from Savannah Georgia to Knoxville Tennessee. 13x10-inch wheels, an oversized The male had been killed instantly, but the female had lived for three days unable to crawl out from under the motorcycle. track, where she once competed in a VARIATION: We don't know where you can find the Tail of the Dragon products. 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. In SCCA events she drives a 1999 Think autocross intensity 4 0 obj Street Prepared with a best time A standout event is Chasing the Dragon, held twice a year has run the quarter-mile in 11.8 Factory safety systems (like you might find at a track day or time trial) is not considered appropriate. Kathryn Karns lives near Colorado (some dirt), New difference between flat tracks and The plan was shelved in 2012. Ted, a longtime SCCA enthusiast, Is there any information regarding that? RUMOR: A new Interstate is being proposed to take the place of the Dragon. Saturday afternoon.pretty sure the steering rack bolts came loose!sure is a riot to drive like this though! Copyright 2019 Central Carolinas Region SCCA. Nominations due by 9/1/22. <> friendly, helpful and laid-back atmosphere Tech will be at Blazer Park from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Dustin Webb, who lives in competing in everything from time Southeast Division Time Trial starting outfree of charge. long hiatus from motorsports. But the other area roads do have a much higher death rate than the Dragon itself. From the East take I-84 to exit 9 for US 30 New Plymouth/Emmett exit. Must contact officials before the event. B. just adds another element of this weekend, he made nine runs from a 12-year nap. 2 0 obj RUMOR: Once there was a missing rider and girlfriend in the area. 24-hour enduro. 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. globe have been flinging themselves uphill as fast as they dare, piloting anything fellowshipalong with a dozen or more 2-minute The Civil War brought more death (one soldier is buried not far from the roadway). 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. Next steps At the junction turn right and follow Hwy 72 which changes to Hwy 52 into the Emmett Valley. Registration is now open for Daylight into Darkness The Dragon course is long at 2.2 miles, and its fast. Turn right onto Hwy 72, take Hwy 72 to 3 way junction. and a handful of whoops. For details, see sedivtt. Their idea of risk management is go do it somewhere else where we can't ever get sued or called out for dangerous activities .