Breaking the starting tape, 04/05/1940
National Archives Identifier: 532253
About 18 years old, and one of the most daring motorcylcle riders at the meet. He wears his own name on his sweater, and has a crash helmet …National Archives Identifier: 532255
This contestant watches another attempt the climb. He wears a sweater which bears his motorcyle’s trade name, 04/05/1940
National Archives Identifier: 532258
An apprehensive onlooker. This woman is a motorcycle enthusiast and was among a group which came by way of motorcycle to the hill climb, 04/05/1940
National Archives Identifier: 532254
“Santa Clara County, California. Motorcycle and Hill Climb Recreation. At the start of the course. The going gets even rougher and steeper further on. The crowd in the background is composed almost entirely of young fellows. At the bottom of the hill can be seen the parking area. Besides the automobiles, approximately 200 motorcyclists had come to this Sunday event, 04/05/1940.”
