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JUNE 2021 PUBLISHER

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THE JUNE ISSUE OF COLORADO SPRINGS LIFESTYLE IS DEDICATED TO

L AYO UT DESIGNER

THE MEN OF COLORADO SPRINGS. Dads, Grandpas, Uncles, mentors; thank you

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for the role you all play in our community. Your involvement and service in coaching sports teams, teaching the young men in our community about leadership and setting examples for our future generations of men is invaluable. The “Men’s” issue is full of fun, adventure, and great ideas. Take time to flip through and engage in what June has to offer. Visit the 99th Annual Pikes Peak Hill Climb, test drive that new or classic Porsche you have always wanted, visit the Pikes Peak Brewery and try the latest summer brews, or get one the most unique massages

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PI K E S PE A K I N T E R N AT IO N A L HILL CLIMB R AC E S T OWA R D I T S 9 9 T H RU N

SPECTATORS ALLOWED BACK ON THE MOUNTAIN FOR 2021 “RACE TO THE CLOUDS”

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ARTICLE ASHLEY HAMERSHOCK PHOTOGRAPHY PPIHC ARCHIVES LARRY CHEN

IT’S MAN VERSUS MOUNTAIN.

“If you do make a mistake, it can be catastrophic, if not

One racer at a time, battling the clock and whatever

life-ending, so it’s one of those pills you have to swallow.

Pikes Peak decides to dish out. The possibilities are virtu-

At the same time, you can’t have fear in the back of your

ally endless: fog, clouds, downpours, hail, sun, sleet, snow.

mind. You’ve just got to go into the race fully confident in your abilities and the car underneath you and hope that

NO ORDINARY RACE

everything works out.”

This is no oval track on flat ground, folks. The

Just minutes before Boileau was heading to the

Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is a

starting line in 2019, a race official told him that fellow

whopping 156 turns snaking up 12.42 miles to the 14,115-

competitor Carlin Dunne had crashed his motorcycle

foot summit of Colorado’s most famous 14er.

and died. Dunne is one of seven people who have died

Every other day of the year, this is a toll road with a speed limit of 30 mph.

during the 98 races to date. “That’s something that’s incredibly tragic and sad, but

But not on the last Sunday of June. On that day, driv-

it’s one of the risks we all acknowledge when we strap

ers from around the world have been invited to test their

into the racecars to drive up Pikes Peak — that that could

speed and skills up America’s Mountain. Six divisions

be one of the consequences if something goes wrong,”

include everything from a 1949 Ford to a 1974 Datsun to

said Boileau. “But I think that’s one of the things that

a 2021 Enviate Hypercar.

makes that race so special. It’s one of the last old-school

They don’t track speeds here, but these cars are m-o-

type races where the level of risk is so incredibly high

v-i-n-g. The fastest time ever recorded was 7:57.148 by

that all of the drivers almost have this kind of super hero

France’s Romain Dumas in 2018. Let me repeat that: He

aura around them.”

drove nearly 12 ½ miles up a mountain road riddled with switchbacks in under 8 minutes.

A BIT OF HISTORY

“It’s a matter of being true to yourself and trusting

Many race fans know the Indy 500 is the oldest ongoing

that you know the road because there really is no room

motorsports competition in the U.S., with its first running

for error up there,” said Tommy Boileau, 2019 Rookie

in 1911. But did you know that the second oldest is the

of the Year, who is returning in 2021 in a 1967 Camaro.

Pikes Peak International Hill Climb?

CONTINUED >

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PIKES PEAK INTERNATIONAL HILL CLIMB (CONTINUED)

Spencer Penrose launched the first race in 1916 as a way to promote both his Broadmoor Hotel and

said PPIHC Event Coordinator Josh Hildenbrand, who also handles graphic design and social media.

his newly improved highway to the summit of Pikes

In a typical year, 5,000 to 6,000 people watch the

Peak. Then, as now, this race is by invitation only.

race in person from seven spectator areas. This year,

Today’s Open Wheel division echoes the original

the numbers may be lower due to Covid-19 restrictions,

race. Many other divisions have come and gone over

but just having fans back on Pikes Peak is a victory.

the years, as automotive technology has advanced.

Hill Climb fans? They are the real deal. They don’t

In the late 1950s and early 1960s, the Sports Car

show up 10 minutes before the event starts, grab a

division was in vogue including manufacturers such

hotdog and find their seat. These folks reserve a spot

as Porsche, Jaguar, Corvette and even a rear-engine

and dry camp overnight (the only time camping is

Lotus, driven by Bobby Unser.

allowed on Pikes Peak) or they show up with tickets

In the 1970s, especially, the Stock Car division was

in hand between 2:30 am-5 am, when gates close.

wildly popular. By the mid-1980s, the Rally Division was

No one leaves until the race is done (usually after 4

created with French champion Michele Mouton captur-

pm) because the only way back down the mountain

ing an overall course record on Pikes Peak in 1985 in the

is the same road the drivers are racing up.

Audi Quattro. Bobby Unser returned the following year to take back the King of the Mountain title.

THE RACERS

The 1990s saw the Rally Division evolve into the

The fewest number of competitor entries was in

Unlimited Division and one of the most popular driv-

1928 with only six drivers competing. That number

ers, Nobuhiro “Monster” Tajima, notched win after

has varied wildly over years, approaching 200 in

win. In 1994, New Zealander Rod Millen set a course

the 1990s. However, since the 100th anniversary of

record of 10:04.06 on gravel – a record that would

the race in 2016, the number of competitors has

stand for years.

been limited to 100.

Starting in 2000, the course was paved in seg-

“It’s a lot more manageable since it’s very typical

ments – a process that would take 12 years. In

for bad weather to move over the mountain in the

2013, Peugeot’s Sébastien Loeb logged a record of

afternoon, and we only have one day to get the com-

8:13.878 seconds – a time many thought unbeatable.

petition completed,” said Lisa Haight, PPIHC event

Fast forward to 2018 with France’s Romain Dumas

coordinator, historian and media relations guru.

in his prototype all-electric Volkswagen clocking that

Many competitors position themselves even ear-

jaw-dropping 7:57.148. He’s returning in 2021 – this

lier than spectators. Boileau said in 2019, his team

time in a Porsche.

was on the mountain between 1:30 am-2 am.

The race started in 1916 and was only cancelled a few

“You kind of just try to start getting into that mind-

years during World War I and World War II. Interestingly,

set. … From there, it’s just a matter of not letting the

it’s never been cancelled due to weather.

pressure get to you because there is a lot of energy

“Colorado itself is such an anomaly with weather,”

around the pits,” Boileau said.

Boileau said. “It can be 80 degrees one minute and

This year, 63 racers will compete in six divisions:

snowing the next, let alone up on Pikes Peak where

Exhibition, Open Wheel, Pikes Peak Open, Porsche

from start to finish, you’re climbing over a mile in ele-

Pikes Peak Trophy by Yokohama, Time Attack 1 and

vation. It’s definitely very unpredictable.”

Unlimited. During early morning sessions on the mountain, qualifying sessions determine start time for

SPECTATORS BACK ON THE MOUNTAIN Due to Covid-19, no spectators were allowed on the mountain in 2020. In their place was the first successful live stream of

each racer — typically fastest qualifier to slowest qualifier, no matter which division, with a few exceptions. There is a winner in each division, and an overall winner “King of the Mountain.”

the event. At least 4 million people tuned in. This year,

Besides the return of all-time record holder Dumas

organizers hope to build upon that success and wel-

and 2019 Rookie of the Year Boileau (of Monument,

come in-person spectators back onto the mountain,

Colo.), other big stories this year include: CONTINUED >

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PIKES PEAK INTERNATIONAL HILL CLIMB (CONTINUED) INFO Website: https://ppihc.org/ Facebook + Instagram: @pikespeakhillclimb Tommy Boileau: https://dusolddesigns.com/ Facebook + Instagram: @tommyboileau34

“That’s the cool thing about Pikes Peak,” said the PPIHC’s Hildenbrand. “It can be anyone.” There are 17 rookies in 2021. Steve Goeglein of Falcon, Colo., meanwhile, will race in his 31st Race to the Clouds this year. He is approaching the record of 40 races, held by Randy Schranz of Colorado Springs.

+ Dai Yoshihara is back, this time in a Tesla Model 3. He captured the Unlimited division win last year in a Toyota.

CAN’T MAKE IT TO THE RACE? No sweat. “Notably, this is the only race course that is a sce-

+ Robin Shute, 2019 King of the Mountain, travels

nic toll road and premier tourist destination every

from the UK to try to reclaim his title.

other day of the year – except race day,” Haight said.

+ Rhys Millen returns with a new full-race Bentley

“Anyone can pay the fee and drive up the same road

Continental GT3 looking for a third record with this

that professional competitors take on every sum-

manufacturer.

mer. You can’t do that at Indianapolis or Daytona!”

+ Tanner Foust, of Top Gear fame, will race in the

In tribute to the 100th running in 2022, Hill Climb

Porsche Pikes Peak Trophy by Yokohama division,

supporters are gathering signatures for a special

the one-make class featuring the Porsche 718

license plate which would be available to any vehicle

Cayman GT4 Clubsport.

owner in Colorado. To submit an application to the

Racers range from long-time professionals with

state for approval, 3,000 signatures are needed. If

big support teams to racing enthusiasts who have

you are a Colorado resident, sign the support petition

a great car, apply and receive an invitation to race.

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

PORSCHES

NEW AND OLD COMPETE IN HILL CLIMB

TWO FRIENDS RAISED IN COLORADO SPRINGS. Two

France, for instance, will defend his title in a 2019 Porsche

Porsches, built 50 years apart. Two divisions in the Pikes

911 GT2RS Clubsport. He’ll be in the Time Attack 1 division.

Peak International Hill Climb.

Second, Porsche’s are flexible in terms of setup. “There’s a lot

Racers Chris Strauch and George Hess III, also known

of after-market race parts that can go on production cars,” said

as G3, go back decades – in fact, Hess was close friends

Fred Veitch, PPIHC chairman of the board and past competitor.

with Strauch’s dad when Chris was a youngster. These days,

“And Porsche has a very active racing program and those race

Strauch and Hess cross paths often in their professional

parts can be adapted to various cars to make them competitive.”

lives – Hess as founder of Vantage Homes and Strauch as Vice President of Peak View Roofing. “I’ve known George my whole life,” Strauch said. “George is awesome.” But when it comes to racing… may the best man win!

And third, “Porsches are very dependable cars,” said Veitch, who retired last year. “They take a lot of abuse and still run. The hill is very tough on equipment...The car is really stressed. Porsches historically are very, very reliable, strong cars that typically finish their races.” In fact, last year, every single Porsche finished its race up

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HESS’ 2020 CLUB CAR Hess, 66, will be sporting a 2020 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport in his fifth race up Pikes Peak. He bought his first Porsche when he was in his 30s and has been enamored ever since.

make class – the Porsche Pikes Peak Trophy by Yokohama

“You kind of… get fascinated with the brand and the

division. Nearly a third of the Porsche entries are in this

history of Dr. Porsche and Volkswagen and how it all ties

group… the rest are scattered throughout various other

together,” Hess said. “The uniqueness, in the old days, of

divisions. All-time PPIHC record holder Romain Dumas of

a rear-engine car.”

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TWO LOCAL FRIENDS; TWO WILDLY DIFFERENT RACECARS

ARTICLE ASHLEY HAMERSHOCK PHOTOGRAPHY PPIHC ARCHIVES LARRY CHEN

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LOCAL’S CHOICE (CONTINUED) “I guess it’s a cult,” he said with a chuckle. “It’s just a fascinating car. First of all, they’re fun to drive. I’m a fan of

In an email, Hess said, “I am glad I’m not it the same race class as Chris; he is much faster than I am.”

the older, air-cooled cars, up through 1998. They’re very simple and very simplistic in the technology behind them.” But that technology is powerful. And, he added, Porsches are f-a-s-t.

Strauch, 52, said Hess’ car is faster than he’s letting on. “I don’t know what kind of horsepower he’s putting

“I absolutely am in love with this car,” he said of his

out, but I’ll bet his car handles a little bit better than us

2020 Cayman. “I love the way it handles. I love the

because of how new it is,” Strauch said. “He’s proba-

balance of the car.”

bly not telling you the truth there. George is superfast.

He bought the Cayman specifically so he could race in the Porsche Pikes Peak Trophy by Yokohama Division.

I’m going to race him on the side. He and I are going to race to see … who can get the better time.”

“We’re all on equal footing,” he said. “Though we get to

Strauch will enter the Pikes Peak Open Division

race against professionals, the rest of us will be amateurs

in a 1970 Porsche 914 wide body that he’s rebuilt

and we get to see how we do against the pros. This is

from the inside out. It all started in 2013, when

absolutely one of the few places you get to do that.”

Strauch crashed an open wheeler he was planning

His advantage? New car. Latest technology. Mid-body engine that allows for quick cornering. Disadvantage?

STRAUCH’S 1970 “PORSCHEVY”

to race in PPIHC and broke his back. That car needed a lot of work after the accident, so he took

“My car is not turbo charged,” he said. “It’s breathing

it to his favorite garage guy – a local car builder.

hard in the upper altitude. It just doesn’t have the horse-

When he pulled up, a street-legal 914 Porsche was

power. And that’s where the turbos have us beat.”

sitting in the driveway.

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“What do you want for that?” Strauch asked his

His biggest weapon? Turbo. When a car is naturally

friend. He suggested teaming up and dropping the

aspirated, it loses power as it climbs in altitude due

powerplant from the open wheeler into the Porsche

to less oxygen. Turbo allows him to adjust the boost

to build a car specifically for running the Hill Climb.

to have the same amount of horsepower at the finish

“I drove it home that day,” said Strauch, who has

line that he has at the start line.

attended or raced in the PPIHC since he was four years

He’s hoping for a win. Or at least to get this car

old – 48 years straight. “We drove it around to the store

on the podium (he took 4th last year.) Or to break 10

and everything for about two days, then it’s never been

minutes. But on Pikes Peak, he said, just making it to

on the street since. It’s a full-blown racecar.”

the finish line is a “true victory.”

This will be Strauch’s 15th Hill Climb. He has about

“I live and breathe by you don’t get anything unless the

$100,000 into the car, including a Chevrolet 427 LS7

mountain wants it,” Strauch said. “If the mountain’s going

twin turbo tuned to about 900 horsepower.

to let you have it, then you can get it. It doesn’t matter

“We call it a Porschevy because it’s a Porsche

what you come here with. It doesn’t matter how much

and a Chevy mixed,” he said, laughing. “I probably

horsepower or how good of a driver you are, if the moun-

would have been better off if I would have bought

tain isn’t going to let you, it’s just not going to let you.”

something more like what George has – a Club Car. This was just something we wanted to do. We did

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100 percent of the work. It’s not a factory car from a

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factory team. It’s a garage-built car.”

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