Happy New Year from the PPIHC

Midnight fireworks launched from the 14,115' summit of Pikes Peak on New Year's Eve by the Adaman Club, following a two-day trek up Barr Trail, were enjoyed by thousands thanks to clear skies. Pikes Peak smiled on all of us this year with sunny conditions for the Race to the Clouds and a sparkling, starry night on New Year's Eve! Photo by: Daniel Forster - Daniel Forster Photography

New Year's Resolutions for 2024

Sign up for e-news from PPIHC or catch up on back issues of Behind the Wheel, presented by the Colorado Springs Airport.

Binge PPIHC's Official YouTube channel videos

Camp on the mountain the night before the race!

• 9 Mile camping for tents / camping only
• Halfway Picnic Grounds
• Ski Area (SOLD OUT)
• Glen Cove (CAMPING SOLD OUT - Race Day Tickets Available)

Buy Practice Day or Race Day tickets!

Check out Fan Fest - Friday, June 21 - Downtown Colorado Springs

Buy 2024 PPIHC Official Merch!

2024 PPIHC THEME REVEALED

FRAMEABLE MOMENTS

WITH LARRY CHEN

January or June? If it weren't for Mike Whiddett's race car no one would know! The light, the long shadows and the lone driver make for a unique perspective of the Race to the Clouds.

GOT HORSEPOWER?

Q: Who was the first driver to win consecutive King of the Mountain championships?

A. Otto Loesche

B. Louis Unser

C. Glen Shultz

D. "Wild Bill" Bentrup



Keep reading to find the answer.

1/5 David Donohue - Competitor since 2007, 3X Time Attack 1 division winner, 1 division record, two-time Fast 15 qualifier

1/7 Derek Boyd - 10 year competitor in a Mitsubishi Evo, best time 10:03.367

1/10 "Mad Mike" Whiddett - A rookie in 2023, Whiddett brought his Mazda 3 and his fans to Pikes Peak.

1/13 Frank Peterson - PPIHC Hall of Fame, Stock Car division winner 1970, seven decades of dedication and service to the PPIHC including restoration of The Broadmoor Special - "Yellow Devil" Pierce Arrow which will be displayed at the 2024 Amelia Concours.

1/19 Cam Ingram - 3x PPIHC competitor, winner of Porsche Pikes Peak Trophy by Yokohama division.

1/22 Raphael Astier - 5x PPIHC competitor with two wins and three 2nd place finishes. Best time: 2023, 09.17.412

1/23 Ralf Christensson - 6x PPIHC Swedish competitor; finished first in Pikes Peak Challenge - Vintage in 2013 and 2014 in '67 Ford Mustang

1/24 Randy Schranz - PPIHC Hall of Famer; 40 year competitor on Pikes Peak, a record! Look for more in this week's Behind the Wheel on January 26!

1/26 Aaron Kaufman - 5x PPIHC competitor known for his automotive series appearances on Shifting Gears and Gas Monkey Garage.

1/26 Kevin Wesley - 5x PPIHC competitor, always behind the wheel of a Dodge.

1/28 Steve Goeglein - Raced for 33 consecutive years on Pikes Peak from 1991 through 2023. A Chevy guy through and through! Best time 2014 in his Camaro - 10:30.704

1/30 Hayden Bradley - 2023 Rookie, Porsche Pikes Peak Trophy by Yokohama division champion, 10:48.387

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2024 PPIHC IN THE KNOW

2024 DRIVERS ANNOUNCED JANUARY 25

POSTER ART CONTEST

OPENING SOON

2024 HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES ANNOUNCED IN FEBRUARY

NEW ADDRESS:

PPIHC

1631 MESA AVE, SUITE B

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80906

The Pikes Peak Hill Climb Museum Hall of Fame is committed to honoring and preserving the achievements of individuals and/or organizations who have left an indelible mark on the Race to the Clouds – whether they are competitors, organizers, officials, members of the press or volunteers. Anyone who shares a passion for speed and competition, in addition to a great respect for Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain, and plays a role as an ambassador for this famous race is eligible.

PPIHC Hall of Fame Members

Enjoy action at the 2023 PPIHC from the air!

PPIHC TRIVIA ANSWER: C

Although Otto Loesche was the first driver to win a second King of the Mountain crown, Glen Shultz was the first to clinch consecutive King of the Mountain titles. Shultz won for the first time in 1923, then notched his back-to-back wins in 1927 and 1928. His 1928 run set a course record - 17:41.60.

Photo credits: Larry Chen, Jason Zindroski, Luis Garcia, Josh Hildenbrand, PPIHC Archives. Fireworks Image Courtesy of Daniel Forster.