Friday, July 24, 2009

Kohler International Challenge at Road America


One of the great things about the Kohler International Challenge hosted by Brian Redman, (aside from the opportunity to see Can-Am, Formula One, IMSA and SCCA cars running at speed as god intended) is that on Friday evening after the practice sessions, many of the race cars are led onto the streets of Elkhart Wisconsin for a parade downtown and a concours (hosted by Road and Track) in front of the Siebkins Bar/Hotel/Condos.

Once the cars are in place spectators are invited to view and browse the cars. Local bands play in the courtyard and beer and wine is served from vendors on the sidewalk. On a hot July night, nothing can be better.

This street forms part of the original road course that existed in Elkhart Lake, and the final left turn in the video was a turn on the course known as "the Hard Left" an off camber 90 degree corner intended to provide maximum excitement for the summer tourists.

I will admit that these aren't the fastest video I've ever posted, but take a look at the cars lined up for the parade at the start and end of the video. See how many you can identify. (BTW- I count at least 2 BMW 3.0 CSL's a scarab and a group c car )Enjoy.






Turn Up the volumefor this one.

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