Marty,
Hillclimbing is alive and well in eastern Pennsylvania. On April 20-21,
The Hershey Hillclimb, not run since 1970, returns. The Pennsylvania
Hillclimb Association 2002 series begins on June 1 with The Weatherly
Hillclimb. Check out the Solo 1 and hillclimb sections of both the Blue
Mountain and NEPA region SCCA web pages for general info, contacts, etc.
You should definitely check out the article at
speednation.com/hillclimb.htm
Written by Grassroots Motorsports Magazine Editorial Contributor Mike Ancas,
it's a "must read".
There are all kinds of cars at our events. Anything from 50's era British
cars to purpose-built specials. For pre-1973 cars there are several Historic
and Vintage classes. For "newer" cars, SCCA Production and Solo II classes
apply.
I don't think TRF plans to replace the autocross with a hillclimb. I got
the impression the hillclimb was to be in addition to the autocross. I hope
it happens, but I have a feeling that when Charles finds out just how much
work and money it takes to put on a hillclimb..............
Rich Rock
Pottstown, PA
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