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ESPN records an epic Street Legal event at Redding Dragstrip

The weather was perfect. The strip had a great turnout. Some seriously fast cars showed up. And all manner of road warriors tested their reactions and machinery, true to the spirit of Street Legal Racing. Here are a few images from last Saturday.It was also Big Bike weekend, so there were plenty of cyclists in…

Visit the Redding Dragstrip after Kool April Nights

We don’t seem to hear much about the non-profit Redding Dragstrip during Kool April Nights. But for me, seeing powerful and expensive showcars actually perform at speed has always been an integral part of this week’s festivities. This year, the event promises to be bigger and badder than ever. The longest continuously operating NHRA facility…

Space age custom car for sale seen on Hilltop Drive

Here’s a mysterious looking custom out for sale spotted on north Hilltop Drive today. Not sure of it’s indeterminate origins or motoring pedigree, but it certainly looks Redding enough, despite the Oregon License plate. Only $2700 separates you from ownership of this one-of-a-kind custom ride. Okay, okay. So it has some rough spots. Don’t even…