What is RallyX?

 

Rallycross or RallyX, is a test of driving skill and a cars mechanical ability in a time trial setting with the added spin of being on dirt and gravel surfaces as opposed to the pavement used in our sister AutoX program. Our RallyX events usually take place in large open fields and gravel lots and feature elevation changes, gravel, packed soil, and a variety of other off-road surfaces depending on the weather and season. RallyX is a sport where, while the type of car can affect the outcome, it’s really the drive that makes or breaks a fast time. Our program is geared towards making the competition as fair as possible for every kind of driver and skill level. Speeds are limited and on our course via our course designs and said course design is always made with the safety of drivers and spectators alike in mind. The entry fees and equipment requirements are considerably less than those necessary to enter any other forms of performance rally, so in most locations one need only arrive at event registration with a safe hardtop vehicle and the entry fee. Many SCCA Regions have helmets to loan and will assist the first-time competitor with entering the appropriate class, making their way through technical inspection and finding their way around the course. Best of all, it’s great fun!

Committee

Chief of Tech

Calvin Cooper

Chief of Registration

Kelsey Stephens

Chief of Course

William Ho

Co-Chair, Chief of Timing & Scoring, & Chief of IT

Juan Johnson

Co-Chair & Chief of Safety

Steve Slotten

Our History

History

Our program started back in 2005 as part of the SCCA's goals to expand the number of programs offered in our region to make sure every kind of racer had a program to call home. Since Missouri is home to several local rally races we have a wealth of Rally enthusiasts who have come to compete and help the program grow. While in the past the program has been on and off again under different people and with varying attendance, as of 2016 has started to see consistent growth in the region and we hope to continue that growth into the future.

Community

Rally culture in the STL region has proven to be one of the most down to earth group of racers you can find. While there is definitely a sense of competitiveness, the members of our community never hesitate to lend a helping hand and to make sure everyone is having fun.

Diversity

The people and vehicles that compete in RallyX are the most widely diverse collection of things you will likely find in the SCCA. We allow many classes of trucks and SUVs so the cars that show up range from Dodge Neons to Ford Raptors and F250's and the owners come from all walks of life so it's very easy to find someone to connect with and to fit in without our group.