bonneville salt flats

bonneville salt flats印象

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  RAK1967

  I made the salt flats in August of 2011 satisfying a life long ambition. To witness the collection of cars/bikes/trucks that had made the pilgrimage to this most awe inspiring place to pit themseves against the clock was unforgettable. The racing has a level of responsibility placed on the racer /spectator alike you simply do not see in places like the UK. Until you have stood 20 feet from a truck firing up god knows how many horses, with not a single hi viz in sight, it's hard not to smile until your face aches. The racing is also saving the salt flats: the mineral extraction was killing this most delicate of environments until the various race groups banded together to stop its destruction.I love Bonneville more than any other race meet in the world. Yes, mother nature can kill it with her rain and winds as she sees fit but this merely adds to the privilege of actually seeing the vehicles run. I am back later this year and am counting the days already. My final advice - Go. You only live once.

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  arualpalm

  We went here on a 65-degree day in February and walked on the flats for an hour. The flats had about less than half an inch of water which resulted us in being soggy.If you are going to walk on the flats for a long length of time, make sure to bring 1. An extra pair of pants. Your pants will be wet and salted. 2. An extra pair of shoes and socks. 3. And wear sunblock.I would not want to visit here on a day that is warmer than 80 degrees. It is neat to see and walk on, but it is not something I would want to repeat again in the near future.

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  564gertjang

  Every gearhead should visit the flats at least once in his/her life! This is the Walhalla of speed and once the races are on the whole area breaths adrenaline and with the nearby town of Wendover trensfers into one big paddock of hot rods, race cars and their teams. Even though your not racing yourself, you feel closely connected to the racers. But this living monument for speed is also great to visit when there are no races going on. The place is simply amazing, saltflats as far as you can see, surrounded by mountains. Go there at sunrise and you'll be amazed! And if you drive out on the salt yourself you suddenly feel the sensation the racers must feel when they are doing their 200mph stretches. But make sure to properly clean the bottom of your rental car, as rent a car companies don't allow it (and might charge extensively you to have it cleaned!!!).

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  Ricardo35

  Just visit it in February of 2015, there is no car races or attractions at this time of the year. The salt flats are very nice it is a nature's show; a great portion of the area it is cover with a thin layer of water that resembles a mirror; there are parts that are dry and you can walk on it. The flats are located in Utah, very close to Nevada border where you can stop by at Wendover. At this time of the year you are going to spend an hour or less in the flats. From Salt Lake City it is about 115 miles.

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  Alanp918

  I have attended Speed Week a few times! It's a beautiful setting and one of the most exciting events in the world! The Salt Flats Cafe is second to none when it comes to Mexican food!! If you like fast cars it is an experience of a lifetime!!

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  annmU7357IQ

  I felt a huge "bucket list" item being checked off my list visiting the Salt Flats! Very beautiful!!

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  1baggo

  Always the 2nd week in August. the worlds fastest cars, motorcycles and god knows what race on 3 or 4 different length courses to determine their fastest top speed. the Bonneville salt flats are located 10 miles east of Wendover. there is a car show every night. total fun for any age. very inexpensive except lodging. remember to get lodging 6 months to a year in advance or bring a motor home. you can not stay over night on the salt. Wear a light long sleeve shirt and a large brim style hat like gardeners wear because of the sun and reflection off salt. SUN TAN LOTION is a must. i would put booties on dogs because of the salt. TAKE YOUR TIME and enjoy it. vehicle inspection starts on the friday before.

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  ratulsuman

  Went there a week before Thanksgiving.. Was totally deserted.. That is what made it more awesome. The place looks like a scene from a sci-fi movie! Going there again very soon! :)

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  560bobm

  OK, it's January. It's hard to conceive there is a salt flat. Only go in the summer. I saw three cars there a MB, Porsche and my junker.

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  diogoo444

  Have been there since 2012 to race at the salt flats.....its amazing, one of my favourites places on Earth. Racing at the salt flats is for those who REALLY like racing. Excellent people, excelent place to go fast and get some speed records. If you ever have the chance to visit the salt flats, go for it. You also can take a tour at Wendover airport and see somethings from WWII or go for a hike at the mountains for some sightseeing. And, if you like gambling, you can play at the cassinos.