The Great Race - Flagstaff, Arizona
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Day six of the Great Race started off cool in Albuquerque, but temperatures climbed quickly as teams headed west toward Flagstaff, Arizona. More than on previous days, the route used Interstate 40, the modern replacement for much of Route 66. Even with the highway miles, racers still had well over 300 miles to cover, and the weather took a turn in the afternoon.

 

The lunch stop was in Gallup, New Mexico, where the Great Race took over the small town. Lunch was held right on Historic Route 66 in the middle of town, giving racers and spectators a great place to gather before continuing west.

 

After lunch, the rain continued to follow the pack along I-40, with the route passing through the scenery near Petrified Forest National Park. Teams also passed through Winslow, Arizona, where people famously stand on corners.

 

By the end of the day, the cars began arriving in Flagstaff. While strong winds prevented the usual finish-line arch from going up, they did not stop the crowds from gathering in downtown Flagstaff to welcome the racers.

 

As for the Revology Boss 429, it once again ate up the miles without any concern. There have been no issues at all throughout the entire trip, going all the way back to the start in Key West. Here is a look at Day 6 of the Great Race.