Unfotunately, Old Smokey had a mechanical problem and went off near the top. The driver, Scott Birdsall is okay, but the truck is pretty wrecked. I didn't put this in the video because I didn't have the whole story before I published, and I didn't want to bother Scott on what must have been a pretty tough day. Video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ibSZqJegvKfZlZs.html

"They would have the outright record, and 6 million dollars." Classic Matt humor that I love.

We seriously need to make this financially sustainable for Matt because this is always one of his best videos for the year.

This 22 minute video had better coverage of the actual cars then the nearly 18 hours stream from Mobil 1 of the event.

I love that you've made this an annual series. Looking forward to watching it!

19:00 - I didn't waste a second. You are a master story teller and there ain't no freakin' way I'm skipping to the end, Matt. Awesome as usual!

"They'd have the outright record... and 6 million dollars" god i love this dude's sense of humor, thats a banger of a like right there

I'm surprised that these videos aren't money makers, they are some of the best videos on KZfaq. Your knowledge, humor and the ability to give us all so much detailed information is awesome. Your video was so good I had to watch it a couple of times. Thanks for taking us along on your visit to Pikes Peak. 👍

Pikes Peak racing is such a awesome event. It so much fun seeing the creative engineering and problem solving that goes into the different cars at this event. Also I love that the wide variety of classes allow for so many unique approaches to the same ultimate goal of getting up the mountain as fast as possible.

RIP to Old Smokey! Sad to see it totaled

I love every single video you make. Keep them up and thanks for another great pikes peak video

*I CLICKED SO FAST* I broke causality

I'm really glad this video was posted 18 seconds ago - I definitely didn't want to work today.

Go to Pike’s Peak every time. You teach/explain so very well that I always learn new stuff.

"SEVEN TURBOCH... no i'm just kidding" that part got me lmao xD

I was there! Walking around the pits was my favorite part, just the atmosphere and seeing the huge diversity of cars. One Swedish dude brought an essentially unchanged rally car, so it still had the squishy suspension and was so fun to watch go by but in the pits he was talking to spectators and at one point sat on his front lip and explained that even though they look fragile they have to be strong because they create 500 kilos of downforce.

I love Pikes Peak. The lack of rules makes for a perfect diversity of philosophy. Yet the friendly collaborative environment makes everyone a winner. I slightly preferred this approach. Seeing the wide range of cars and ideas was cool and I think Pikes Peak specifically benefits from the broad approach. Though obviously the in depth rollercoaster following the record breaking attempt had its own benefits. My dream would be two videos next year with one of each approach, but back in the world of reality I presume your time constraints (including the need for enjoyment time) would limit only one. If so I'd vote for the broad approach with a few more specifics on each car, but obviously following only the sendy club was more than enough to bring me watching again this year.

I went for the first time this year and hiked up to Devils Playground. The Alpine was my favorite to watch. The driver was thrashing that thing all over the course. Can’t wait to go back next year!

Thanks! This video (and the ones made in previous years) is what got me into your channel. Always enjoy them, want to say thanks in a more tangible way.

This channel is so underrated you deserve millions of followers. You make absolutely amazing content.

Everyone knows that without a custom 'SuperfastMatt steering yoke' you don't stand a chance of winning though... All Hail The Algorithm!

Hell Yeah I love your Pikes Peak videos !! Thank you for showcasing more of the weird cars of the event this time, it was super fun !!

I think that fancy steering wheel is doing some heavy lifting here.

You really got me with the 7 turbocharger joke haha

this is a fav series by far i love the updated lore of the racing teams

All hail the algorithm. This video could have been hours and none of it would have been a waste. Thanks and... SEND IT SENDY CLUB!

13:21 You almost got me there 🤣

Thanks for the content Matt! I'm going to take all your technical information and start wrenching on my Elantra right away! 2024 record, here I come 😁

I can't believe it's that time again, doesn't seem like a year since the last video, Matt. I must be getting old... congratulations to all of the teams that took part, what an awesome effort.

This was even better than the former docs on Pike's Peak. Someone needs to send you around the world filming, and especially commenting upon, the world's great races. Thank you for this and the other videos you do. You always bring a smile to my face, and a laugh to my lips, with your excellent observations and mummy-dry humor.

It is kind of great that the altitude and low end torque advantages of an electric drivetrain are perfectly balanced out by the handicap of heavy batteries, making electric and combustion neck and neck at Pike's Peak with current tech

*Instantly drops all progress at work for the latest SFM content*

I was ecstatic when you stated to say "7 turbochargers", but 3 is pretty good too

This channel is my best find of the year. Thank you for your enourmous efford and great explanations

I actually helped work on the Bimmerworld E36 Bergsteiger. We qualified 3rd and finished 6th overall, and 3rd in class. I didn’t do a ton but it was awesome to get to see the car come together.

I just want you to know, my dad (also a Matt) doesn't watch youtube and doesn't generally like performance car content like I do, but works on everything from work trucks to farm equipment and loves to learn about almost anything like me (last night we learned about exhaust pulse/scavenging), and I may have waited on purpose to play some of your videos now and then while he was around. Turns out he highly rates your sense of humor as do I. We love how informative you are in a way that can present all the essential and exciting details on a topic and your experiences that can engage and inform people outside of the target audience easily, a sweet spot between not too exhausting and not too mind numbing. That's hard to do and we appreciate that. 👍

This is a video i wasn't expecting at all , it's probably one of my favourite video of the Year after i watched it , amazing content matt

Keep making amazing content Matt, cheers!

20:40 the cameraman on the hoverboard is a genius

The packaging on the diesel powered radical is insane

The best pikes peak review of them all!

"... and six million dollars." Outstanding. 👏

Lmao you made me spit my coffee when you said 7 turbos.

I was up at devil's playground 2018 and 2019. Two of the most wild experiences of my life. If anyone ever gets the chance to go to the Pikes Peak race definitely do it. In 2018 I did not realize I was witnessing one of the fastest cars to hold the hill climb record for years to come. Seeing that downforce cloud of dust behind the IDR was insane. Loved the experience so much I brought my Dad next year and we went up to devil's playground together in my supercharged 370z. Hid in it while it hailed. Hailed the year before as well. Weather changes very quickly on top of a mountain. No joke bring those little oxygen tanks if you go, at 13k feet just walking around to an area to sit and watch the race is difficult. For sure bring food and water. Maybe a tent or umbrella to block the sun. There are plenty of porta potties but other than that you are stranded on top of the mountain for a full day. Cannot leave otherwise they would have to stop the race for you. It is a wild test of endurance for the spectators. You have to be there so early to start the climb up the mountain... completely in darkness. You all sit in parking lots half sleeping waiting to be let up the hill. When it is time to go up everyone is excited. I think in 2018 a guy in a little MR2 or Miata was revving his motor next to me when it was time to go up. He was a little too excited. A little later we all passed him while his car sat upside down on the side of the road. That road is insanely dangerous. Leave the racing to the race drivers. I was there to witness the last year for motorcyclists....that was truly heartbreaking. Seeing Carlin Dunne blaze by only to fatally crash moments later. These guys really put everything on the line to set a record. So much respect for these racers.

Awesome!!! Thanks for taking us along. I only recently found your channel... I have been missing out.

Yes, he did win again, what a drive, what insane speed. Just awesome. Bravo Robin!

I found you via The Sendy Club and I'm so glad I did- this is wonderful stuff, seriously. Thank you!

It's so frustrating, this year the weather held out but the top of the track was too dusty for good traction, I just want one year of absolutely perfect conditions so I can see Sendy Club set a new outright record.

I always look forward to your uploads. This one did not disappoint. All hail the algorithm

Really entertaining! Cool stuff looking at how cross breeding different competition types all come together when there are no rules!

thank you for the great coverage of this ❤

"How many turbos? Seve.... " Hahahaha, you had me at that instant!

love your channel: fast information, to the point, great great great humor. perfect. thank you for your crazyness

Super Exciting and cool cars ❤ Rockin Roll ❤

EVERYTHING about this race is just AWESOME! Thank you for sharing this.

Best peak coverage! Thank you!

Excellent, beautiful shots and wonderful information. I've always struggled to describe Pikes Peak to people- will use this video to explain from now on!

This video is perfect. Thank you.

I love the Pikes peak videos, keep it up

That event is awesome. Thanks for the coverage again!

I love these videos!! Thank you SuperfastMatt! All hail the algorithm!

17:34 The guy with a wild Toyota Starlet came all the way from Japan to compete, what a legend!

Thanks Matt, the best coverage of the race by a long shot. I don't live where there are mountains but I visited some once and that was cool, so race cars and mountains must be amazing.

I caught some of your videos when i started looking in depth into the PPIHC. I camped out on a motorcycle up at Glen Cove and didnt realise how much fun it would be. Keep it up!

Your writing and editting style meshes with my ADD so well :D

Great video on the cars at Pike Peak.

Yes! I was just thinking this week it's about time for another hill climb vid.

I really love your coverage of this every year. Sad that Sendy didn't make their record yet. One of these years, the weather will cooperate.

love it how just crazy enough geniuses go toe to toe with the 'just add money club'

Always a Good Day when SFMatt drops a Video. Love that (sorta) '49 Truck

Glad you make these videos. Probably my favorite coverage of Pikes Peak

Flippin' cool, and I love the engineering tech-geek talk. All hail the algorithm.

I love this video every year. Really enjoyed the look at all the other cars as well.

Thank you for properly identifying automatic and manual transmissions. All hail the third pedal.

Thank you for living in your car for a week to cover PPHC 2023! Great coverage as always.

You have certainly one of the best if not the best channels on this tube thing. Nothing makes me happier when post more of your outrageously funny and clever content. Thank you for all your effort, it makes my day brighter and always look forward to the next one.

Thank you for the videos man, amazing content, love it

That Old Smokey truck went 700ft off a cliff. Unreal.

Love your channel. Just found it and can't stop watching. Your narration is so good.

great piece. Hugely informative. So much innovation happening there.

This is the stuff that makes us tick! Although you mention these videos don't make money I'm beyond happy you continue to make them, they're dare I say some of my favorite videos on your channel. Thanks again Matt for bringing us into the pits of this wonderful race.

Yessss, this is so good, just wish it was longer.

So much information and video supporting video footage, an amazing project and documentary !!!

great insights into some of the cool cars, presented in the best way possible, and real funny too. Thanks, I had a blast!

Great video. Thanks for doing this! My first trip to Pikes Peak was this year, and I will be back.

Excellent recap, Thanks Matt!

I always like the pikes peak videos. Lots of cool stuff, and a race I think deserves more air time.

6:25 "Haybussy" 😏😏😏

Love the video, great job! And The Sendy Club is on fire again!

Great video. Enjoy the way you cover the different cars/trucks... .van. keep them coming brother.

10:05 missed a HUGE opportunity to name him "Coal"

Love your videos matt. I look forward to your pikes peak vids every year, as well as all your other uploads! Youre going places man!

Love the dead pan humour. Had me lol a few times 😂

U know a channel must be bonkers if Matt doesn't tell you to subscribe but to go over there to subscribe, shits on fire. All hail the Algorithm

I actually did a double take when you first said 7 turbos😂 Good one Matt!

Imagine the effort it took interviewing all the racers in a quite moment for all of their "secret" car specs!

Great job on the video Matt! Thanks for making it.

"I don't wanna take all the credit but" you can. And you should. The parts of your voiceovers I was awake for are delightfully charming.

Thanks for sharing, Matt! Great video!

Hey Matt, X3 on all the praise you've received for this video. I'm hoping I can convince you to do a video explaining the rear shock absorber and sway bar engineering as seen at 21:08. What does the smaller middle shock do?