Race to the Sky, Annual hillclimb motorsport event in Cardrona Valley, New Zealand
Race to the Sky is an annual mountain climbing motorsport event held in Cardrona Valley. The competition invites different vehicle categories including motorcycles, cars, quads, buggies, and off-road vehicles to test their speed and control on unpaved roads winding through alpine terrain.
The competition started in 1998 under the name Silverstone Race to the Sky and ran through 2007 before being discontinued. It was revived in 2015 when Highlands Motorsport Park took over the organization.
The competition features five distinct categories including bikes, quads, cars, buggies, and 4WD vehicles, representing different aspects of New Zealand motorsport.
The event takes place in mountain terrain, so visitors should expect variable weather and steep sections along the route. Accommodations are available in the surrounding area, and spectators can access various viewing spots positioned along the course.
The competition is recognized as hosting one of the longest gravel hill climbs in the world, attracting skilled drivers from across the globe. This distinction has made it a destination for motorsport enthusiasts seeking challenging and unfamiliar terrain.
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