After Carlin Dunne’s terrible accident at the Pikes Peak Hill Climb 2019, there were considerations if it makes sense to continue motorcycle races (as reported).
Pikes Peak 2020 – No Motorcycles
It is now clear, that there will be no motorcycle classes at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in 2020. The leaders met recently to discuss this year’s event. It was decided to completely cancel the motorcycle program next year to see what impact it will have on the overall event.
“Motorcycles have been a part of the PPIHC for the past 29 years, and their history on America’s Mountain dates back to the inaugural running in 1916,” said Tom Osborne, Chairman. “That said, the motorcycle program hasn’t been an annual event. They have run 41 of the 97 years we’ve been racing on Pikes Peak. It’s just time to take a hard look at every aspect of the race, including the motorcycle program, and determine whether or not the event may change,” he added.
It will therefore examine to which the absence of motorcycles in 2020 will affect overall interest, coverage, attendance and revenue will be examined. Then it will be decided if they can afford it or if they want to …
