1970's ...

A hurricane and financial mismanagement spelled the end of big-time racing in 1970, and developers began circling, lured by Bridgehampton’s stunning views of Peconic Bay. But race fans prevailed and thousands of club racers got the thrill of their lives throughout the decade.

1970 - 1971

Last Lap?

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Already by the early 1970's, the "experts" were sounding the death knell for Bridgehampton, as this 1971 magzine suggests. But they underestimated how many people were willing to fight hard to "Save the Bridge". Racing continued for another 26 glorious years!

1972

May 1972 SCCA Nationals (1-18)
Judging by the fall colors, this is one of the last races of the year in EMRA's 1972 calendar (19-21)
SCCA Club Racing (22-25)

1973

1974

1975

1979

Eric Kerman

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National champion Eric Kerman in full 4-wheel drift, sets up a pass exiting the final turn. This blind uphill turn was a crucial spot for the best drivers to pick up speed for the long front straightaway.