Ken Block at l'Autodrome
Shot just south of Paris, France in Linas at l'Autodrome de Linas –Montlhéry, this 1.58 mile oval track, built in 1924, features banks as steep as 51 degrees, which is more than double the standard incline of most NASCAR ovals.
Chosen by Ken for this specific reason, the ramp-like banking proved to be a unique and exciting challenge. The driving physics for the stunts performed were totally unknown until Ken attempted the maneuvers during filming.
Ken Block (born November 21, 1967, in Long Beach, California), is a professional rally driver with the Monster World Rally Team. Block is also one of the co-founders and recently appointed Chief Brand Officer of DC Shoes.
Block has also competed in many action sports events including skateboarding, snowboarding, and motocross. Wikipedia link.
Mike "FossilMedic" Ward
thanks to Dave Statter for the link to the video, seen by 39 million viewers.
Also on FireGeezer…
- Saturday Car-Toon: Ken Block in San Francisco – July 21, 2012
- Saturday CarToon: Ken Block is one Focused Driver – November 10, 2012
- President’s Day Car-Toon: Mini back-flip – February 18, 2013
- Saturday CarToon: Drifting and explosions – January 26, 2013
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