Ryan Connelly

WILDWOOD — Rolling thunder rumbled down the beach as The Race of Gentlemen sped through this weekend, drawing thousands of spectators and over 180 racers from all over the world.

Swap meets were held Thursday and Friday, with a kickoff party at Jersey Girl Kitchen and Bar in Wildwood on Thursday and another get together Friday at Lazy Bass Bayside Bar and Grill in North Wildwood.

Racing began early Saturday morning and will continue Sunday. Spectators were treated to live music from a variety of bands and artists after the races.

"This event is a bucket list item," said West Virginia resident Tim Coon, 45.

Coon brought his 9-year-old son, Cooper, to the races, their first time attending.

"I love the nostalgia of it," Coon said. "It's homegrown, wholesome, and it's not h

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