43 Fortitude: A Continuing Legacy | Pikes Peak 2023

This short film is a heartfelt account of Lucy Block’s tribute to husband Ken Block, as she sets out to race America’s Mountain in his honor at the 101st Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. Follow Lucy through the ups and downs of Peak Week, and hope-filled moments leading up to race day as she's joined by her daughter Lia at the summit. This historic family tribute will be etched in Pikes Peak history, and showcases the strength and determination of the Block family’s continuing legacy.
43 Institute
Yokohama Tire
Sabelt
Hoonigan
Zbroz
43 Institute
Filmed and Edited by Judson Pryanovich
Secondary Shooters: Steve Wilson & Christan Pozzo
Still Photography: Larry Chen
PPIHC Live Announcers: Kyle Heyer & Tommy Boileau
The Hoonigans - Hoonigan Media
Ken Blocks GYMKHANA TEN TOYO TIRES
Ken Blocks Climbkhana Pikes Peak
Ken Blocks ELECTRIKHANA High Stakes Playground
KEN BLOCK GYMKHANA 8
Pikes Peak Live presented by Mobil 1
Mobil 1 - Hoonipigasus PPIHC Testing
PPIHC - Lia Blocks Tribute Run up Pikes Peak
Ford Motor Company - Ford Focus RS Drift Stick
Matt Johnson - Specialty Field Production
Television News Announcers: Bradey King & Bob Evans
Drone Footage - Sean Gray - StillGrayProductions
Dave Carapetyan & Steve Wilson: Rally Ready Driving School
JP|FILMS

[@jeanniebryan7695]

This is a tribute that was well thought out and executed in a way that would have made Ken proud. All of the Block family are keeping his Legacy alive. Well done and thank you all for the hard work that went into this

[@graysonmcwilliams43]

I’ve looked up to Ken block since I was 3 years old. I’ve never really had a father figure in my life so I looked up to Ken block because he is a positive roll model and he inspires me to do great things every day and to be creative and live a fun life and to be myself. He’s my hero, it was an honor to meet Lucy, Lia and Ron at pikes peak, it was my first time ever going to anything like that. It was so cool just to see and meet my idols and the people I admire, my kind of people with the same passion only us will understand. It was nice to be around the positive people that I looked up to like the blocks and not be maid fun of because of my passion. All I would like to say is thank you guys , love all you guys and Kb43ever ❤️

[@Brttny_]

As I wipe away tears, I am so inspired by the Block family and their team. The time and dedication doesn't go unnoticed. The mother daughter moment at the end was a complete tear jerker; their strength is admirable. I could ramble on. Such a beautiful tribute. I love the car community, this sport does become more like family. Lia and Lucy you guys are the MVPs. #KB43ever 🏎️💨💕

[@hypercraftusa]

What an amazing opportunity to support Lucy and the Block family!

[@pikespeakhillclimb1916]

❤❤❤ #KB43VER

[@iankuah8606]

What a wonderful story of the human spirit and the extended family that all motorsport fans belong to. I'm sure Ken is smiling wherever he is. Bravo!

[@98dreammusic]

That was an absolutely beautiful and emotional video, I’ve been a die hard Ken fan since I was just a kid and although it’s emotional it’s very beautiful to see his family and other friends etc getting together in honour of his life and all the crazy stuff he did. Congratulations to Lucy & Lia as well SIERRA and of course the rest of the Block House Racing and Hoonigan team for all the dedication and hard work you all do. Truly inspiring and I genuinely have my own goal to get into rally in these next few years and I only hope to see you guys there when I participate! Rest in peace Ken Block #43

[@dantemacalalad2460]

Watching Ken's wife and daughter in their symbolic ride to say hello and goodbye... Stairway To Heaven.

[@chrisbusam9652]

I was devastated hearing of Kens passing. Such an amazing father figure to look up to. An icon in SO MANY different aspects of life. Gone entirely too soon..life just aint fair sometimes.

[@43Disciple]

The world asked way too much of the Blocks this year, of course it came from a place of love and admiration for Ken, but it brings comfort seeing the people that never let them feel alone or left behind. I only wish them all the healing they can get. It’s difficult to heal when you’re reminded everywhere you go. I don’t blame Lucy ONE BIT and I have SO much respect for her as a wife and mother. I was gutted when he died, I got sick, I called out of work, I sat in my garage crying so my kids didn’t see. All my Motorsport stuff on the wall, including the KB poster. As a lifelong supporter since 2007 I was crushed and in total disbelief. The guy molded my own future and shaped my hobbies. In that I really can’t imagine how Lucy, Lia, Kira and Mica felt, it’s insurmountable. It’s almost the anniversary of his death and I still don’t have my shit fully together.

[@shaneluben]

I'm crying so hard right now!!!! This was so beautiful. Ken really led the way for his family and he should be Hella proud right now!!!!

[@_oceanman]

Miss you buddy.

[@zacharyfaber]

Damn near a year and I still can’t stop crying. KB43VER

[@MoreThanMoto]

Thank you all so much. Cannot stop crying even after all this time. Congratulations to you two wonderful women. RIP Ken we all love and miss you so much.

[@qldscooby]

What a great tribute. This road is scary in a rental car at legal road speeds, to do this at speed is amazing. #KB43VER.

[@markcalaway6249]

that was amazing....thanks Sierra and DP Films.

[@robertmckeeverii6038]

What a great tribute.

[@elantraboy]

Beautifully filmed tribute to Ken Block and congrats to Lucy & Lia for completing the climb and celebrate the memory of Ken in a way he would have loved by having fun in a race car.

[@michaelgraham7316]

Great video. Ken would be proud of everyone.

[@angeloah]

Thank you all, especially Lucy and kiddos. Your very strength and tact in this situation are amazing. Good to see you out racing.

[@mikedenmead1169]

Well done to all involved, loved it ❤ 😭😭😭😭❤ #KB43VER

[@garyw4211]

What a great story. The last couple of minutes really hit home and the tears flowed. Tomorrow is the one year anniversary and I can tell you just as a fan I miss him every day. I can't even imagine how Lucy and his kids feel, let alone his other family and friends..what an inspiration the Block family is. Thank you for sharing.

[@muzz3564]

Beautifully made,emotive film. Thank you. ❤

[@Doctor_Bobby]

Couldn't keep my eyes dry 😢 congratulations to you all I loved watching it live

[@98dreammusic]

I feel this, Ken was such an inspiration he’s a big reason why I’ve done and do a lot of the things I do it’s just nice to see though all this sadness everyone still pushing forward and not giving up everything they’ve lived for to this day!

[@AUBREYTHOMAS1979]

Deep in the feels... Such an an amazing tribute to the Block Family. Thank you. RIP Ken.

[@ericshaffer7088]

Great film ! K B 4 ever.

[@terrygirard3744]

I didn't realize today as I was wearing my Hoonigan t-shirt that I would happen across this video and end up balling my eyes out..

[@michaelmanese2228]

Felt the emotion here at the Philippines😢 So Proud of Ken Block's Family, Lia and her Mom Lucy and the whole Team. Keep on Racing 🏁

[@cristiancontreras9853]

beautiful thing

[@thomaspotts5628]

Ken would be absolutely proud!!!

[@seedaidotcom5639]

My childhood friend bought a ford fiesta as soon as he got his license bcoz of ken😂😂😂 the impact of his presence in our life of motorsports were unreplaceable....

[@Roccosalvopiccolo]

Siete dei grandi!!! ❤

[@johndandrea8034]

Ken is already missed so much. Soamazing to see Lucy and Lia make those runs. Not sure how they did it...They had a great Co-Pilot.....43

[@OfficialSkyrie]

I’d love to drive one of these.

[@stew411]

Such an amazing event and beautiful tribute, thank you for sharing this epic ride with us. This was so touching.

[@rylandmacneil4581]

Awesome video

[@Ruckusrac3ing777]

I just remembered how much I like cross carts

[@weberbuilt7426]

Great job!

[@itsTonyBesson]

🖤

[@MurrayAtv]

❤

[@Jinji11]

✨🌊💛🌊✨

[@sergeypopov3301]

😍😍😍

[@KemBroVids]

Awesome video and amazing tribute to the Block Family legacy. Damn those alarms suck, just a fake engine noise or spokey dokeys, would be better

[@edlattina2638]

Ken was born the same year as me I am 56 now

[@6FStyleCo]

Rip Ken

[@alananderson5202]

She was certainly pushing the limits on that little car.

[@alexorozco9462]

Does anyone else want to know what made the car blackout?

[@ibsn87]

Shit. My eyes are leaking. A lot. 😭

[@suntzu6122]

Lols that siren is def obnoxious!

[@Panthercholo]

They signed up for free beer. Turns out, it was free beards...

[@calesticall128]

high intensity drifting for Alphine govern company there its anytime here day to playground at perfect drifting

[@RCRitterFPV]

can't stand that beeping.

[@KingAhimz]

🤘🏼🤘🏼congrates!!!missing Ken Block. KB4Ever

[@Fuk_of]

I always wondered why aren't the sway bars or stearing rack hooked upto the remote shock res so when one side is loaded it pushes fluid from the inside side of the shock into the outside shock

[@brendanbartley356]

🥹 so glad to see vids for all 3 of their different style runs ##KB43VER