THSCC President Attends a RallyCross
I wanted to give a report on my first THSCC RallyCross as THSCC President. Actually, it was my first RallyCross ever! It was May 6th at the Wilson County Fairgrounds. The first thing to report is how fun it was. I arrived at 8:30am and was immediately greeted by about 4 people. I was shown the Miata I would be driving (basically a stock NA with snow tires). I walked around trying to see what would help me, asked questions, and looked at the agility poles which are used as cones strewn around the course. It was then time to drive, so I rode with Joe Gavis to get a feeling on how to drive. Then it was my turn. Duane Black jumped in to give me some pointers. It is very different to drive with no grip - but fun. I did a recon run then 6 timed runs which all count. Touching poles count for 2 seconds although with all the dust flying behind the car, a wiggly pole can get lost. :-) It is a blast sliding around trying to balance between too much throttle and "OOPs I have grip."
This is something I would encourage everyone to try. Everyone was welcoming, I had 7 runs and was home by 3pm. Thanks to Joe Gavis, Duane Black and the RallyCross staff.
Event Calendar
Yanceyville, NC
Used by the club since 2020, Jasper's Farm in Yanceyville, NC has one of our favorite courses. Located just south of the city limits, it has the most elevation changes of any site, along with switchback turns and fast slaloms, it offers some of the greatest variety of challenges to our drivers. It takes 55-90 seconds to complete the course depending on the course design.
THSCC would like to extend our continued thanks to Jasper Pollard and his family for maintaining this site and frequently providing lunch after our run groups.
Difficulty: Advanced
Terrain:
- Mostly hardpacked clay that turns into a soft dust
- Lots of hills
- Many turns
- Rocks
- Bumps
Recommended Setup:
- Metal skid plate
- Stiffer springs
- Stock ride height up to a 1" spring lift depending on vehicle geomety
- 3 to 6 point harness
3806 Badgett Sisters Pkwy, Yanceyville, NC 27379
https://maps.app.goo.gl/hqbeWXLhu98C4gvT8
For any questions, contact rallyx@thscc.com.
Wilson, NC
The smooth Wilson County Fairgrounds site is easy on cars, and the course features some of the fastest speeds and widest sweeping turns our program offers. This is one of our longest-used and most popular sites, dating back to the earliest days of the THSCC RallyCross program! Expects more attendance than any other location! This site is relatively flat and the courses here are great for daily drivers and novices. We frequently break for lunch for a run to historic Parker's BBQ.
This site has permanent bathroom facilities. Camping can be arranged, but please speak to the RallyCross Vice Presidents several days in advance for site specific requirements.
Difficulty: Beginner
Terrain:
- Mostly level
- Many slaloms
- Gravel
- Some dirt
Recommended Setup:
- Metal skid plate
- Stock ride height
2331 US-301, Wilson, NC 27893
https://maps.app.goo.gl/EN4p9rBcDwzFUmZY6
For any questions, contact the RallyCross Vice Presidents at rallyx@thscc.com.
Louisburg, NC
R&R RallyCross Ranch in Louisburg offers a fun and challenging series of hairpins, slaloms, and some minor elevation changes that keep competition interesting. With multiple possible configurations and a combination of looser and tighter soil (offering varying grip), the transitions from one section to the next keep even the most experienced rallycrosser on their toes.
Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate
Terrain:
- Mostly level
- More sweeping turns
- Slaloms
- Ruts tend to form
Recommended Setup:
- Metal skid plate
- Stiffer springs
- Stock ride height up to a 1" spring lift depending on vehicle geometry
1176 Laurel Mill-Centerville Rd, Louisburg, NC 27549
https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1g4E9wBrNyP5K9Q7
For any questions, contact rallyx@thscc.com.
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