Giant's Despair Hillclimb
Race car on tilt, Giant's Despair
Address: 992 E Northampton Street, Laurel Run, PA 18706, Luzerne County
Highlights
2 days of racing
100 + race cars
One of the oldest continuing motor racing events in the world
See the Who’s Who of the driving world
“The Giant” course is a challenge
Food vendors
Free admission
Key Details
Duration: July 9, 10
Starts at 9:00 am each day
Cost: Free
Family Friendly
Overview
The Giant is one of the oldest continuous racing events in the world. In the early years, all the world's major manufacturers sent their top cars and drivers to pay their respects, including Ralph DePalma (Fiat's team) and Louis Chevrolet who drove for Buick.
The hill starts with a slightly rising flat about 1/4 a mile long that leads to a fast left-handed which examines both nerves and skill. Then on a short parachute and "Devil's Elbow", a hairpin that rises sharply goes off the slope at its top. It follows a 90-degree turn connected by short planes. Then comes The Incline, and a winding section of 1/4 mile that rises 22 degrees to the finish line.
Travel Guide
Visit Luzerne County, Northeastern PAExperience the spectacular beauty that Northeastern Pennsylvania has to offer. Thirteen challenging golf courses, whitewater rafting on the scenic Lehigh River, live harness racing, AAA Baseball, Knoebels Amusement Park are just a short drive away.
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