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HILLCLIMB

SCCA HillClimbs take auto racing and mountain climbing combines them for an extreme sports worthy addition to the motorsports world.

Boasting some of the oldest events in the world, some dating back more than a century, HillClimb is when a section of road on a mountain is blocked off from commuter traffic and drivers take turns seeing who can complete the course the fastest. Unlike a road course – which may have multiple levels of barriers, or an autocross where rubber cones are usually the biggest risk – a HillClimb course is lined with trees and rocks. Getting to the top unscathed is a mix of bravery and discretion, and the most successful are crowned “King of the Hill.”

Also unlike Time Trials and Autocross, the added risk dictates added safety gear. Competition cars will need roll bars and racing harnesses at a minimum, and drivers will need approved flame retardant racing suits and other safety gear. Some events allow novice drivers, and some do not, so if you’re planning on competing in a HillClimb, you will want to look at the rules to make sure you’re ready.

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