Racers are gearing up for the 103rd running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. This Race to the Clouds features over 70 drivers from around the world as they compete for the best time driving up the mountain. The Gazette joined the racers at one of their morning practices as they tested out the cars to ensure their safety for the drive and elevation gain. The Hill Climb unfolds along a 12.42-mile public toll road featuring 156 turns and a 4,720-foot elevation gain. The Pikes Peak Intern

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