Event Coverage Hot Rod Hill Climb 2018

We will keep an eye out for you. We are already here so we know we made it....had to drive the bus using the engine temp instead of the speedometer....steep hills. Travel safely

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Went for a drive

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Racer 29, if you do it I'll do it!

 

You ought to anyway

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Weather forecast looks great for another great event! Safe travels for everyone on their road trips.
Thanks for the coverage and the pictures winduptoy......we'll take more!!!!

 

Settled in I know that some folks are showing up today but the big arrival is tomorrow. I'll try to stay on top of it....

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I hope you decide to come along that way. Once we get to Estes Park we are only about 80 miles from home. There are a couple of friends from Cheyenne headed home that way with us. I think this Sunday run is becoming more popular because people are enjoying the drives through the mountains. Honestly I have almost as much fun on the reliability run as the hill climb.


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Alright, you talked me into it.

 

Hey John, I am definitely going to come along on Sunday morning Sounds like a good time.

 

Well said Binger, the reliability run is a ton of fun and the scenery is hard to beat. The wife and I took her 29 up to Central City yesterday for a test run up the hill. The aspens are just starting to turn. As for the hill, I had forgotten what a toll the altitude takes on power....the little V8 60 had a tough go, especially at the start. But Mary did great and made it all the way, in 1st gear. Look forward to seeing you there.

 

The wife and I are heading up from Texas thurs.We are so excited! We are coming this year to spectate with hopes of taking the banger next year.As spectators can we park anywhere close to the action Fri and Sat?We are close to the eighth decade so we don't want to walk 1-2 miles.Thank you so much Nick and gang for putting on a great show.Dirt drags are also planned for next year.We are staying in Georgetown.

 

Probably park at a casino and ride a shuttle. Downtown is going to be full though there is some street parking. Come say HI

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Took Virginia Canyon to Georgetown

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Castle Rock is 30 minutes from Denver depending on traffic. Look more along Denver/Lakewood/golden. Theres (was at least) a super 8 in the vicinity of Colfax and I-70, that would have you on a straight shot to the hill climb from there. Also look at Idaho springs an Georgetown area

 

Gathering up things and getting ready to go. Can’t wait! Weather looks to be amazing this week too.


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Man that’s a good looking car! Got a link to more photos?

 

I agree...lots of motel rooms in Idaho Springs just a short distance away....look in Golden too

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Looking good John

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I just took a test drive to Central City. Checked out the KOA as I will park my little canned ham there for two nights. Everything is clean & green, weather is looking great, this weekend will be a hoot.

 

I'm regretting not asking for a couple days off work. Sure would like to be there this weekend.

 

Thanks to everyone for their opinions and advise on the lodging. We have a room at Idaho Springs. We should be at the reliability run sign in Friday morning if the old car makes it across Kansas.

John

 

Thinking im going to swing up and check this out for the first time. Best day to attend?

 

Saturday is the race day. However, both Friday and Saturday are pretty awesome.

 

Saturday is the Hill Climb and show in Central City.....for a spectator I say Saturday

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I'm from the midwest----What is the criteria as to who can run? Around here the Newport Hillclimb is the only venue and the amount of modified cars is really limited by strict rules. Bill

 

Thanks Tim. I will PM you about photo's.

 

Bill,
This is all exhibition runs. Everything supposed to be pre 53 and no overhead valve V-8. Everyone should be in lots of bangers some in liners and lots of flathead V8. Later cars I believe till 72 are welcome for the reliability run and the car show on Main Street. I'll see if I can figure out how to copy a link to their website. Hope that helps you understand.

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I wish I knew you were going to be at Rody's - I live just a few miles away from him. Looking forward to seeing you and Judy tomorrow.

 

Wishing I was there rather than in my office.... damnit........damnit........damnit..........