Photos by Andie Albin and Rupert Berrington.
It may not have survived the event without a mechanical, but the Cadillac-powered Isuzu piloted by Jon Olschewski and Kent Hamilton is always a crowd favorite.
photo by Rupert Berrington
photo by Rupert Berrington
They came to the right place. #nailedit
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Hoses were used for a portion of timing again this year, and it's a good thing considering the dust being kicked up all weekend!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
A Corvette, on all-terrain tires, at a RallyCross. Maybe now we've seen everything.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
A cone on Saturday afternoon had Edwin Cunill leading Prepared All heading into the final day, but Mark Hill came out strong to retake the lead and the championship.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Pushed to the Limit: A tire de-beaded from its wheel, a testament to the challenges of RallyCross.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Unleashing the Mythical Beast: This happy unicorn adds a touch of magic to the Roberts/Orgler Miata.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Keith Lightfoot said that he didn't really want to bring the Corvette, but the Datsun he'd been working on wasn't done. With a 14+ second margin of victory, it seems the car was up to the challenge.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
On course video is always fun to watch, but we expect this angle from atop the Sanford/Hamilton GTI is especially cool.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
A new championship and a successful event - ZB Lorenc and Ed Trudeau celebrate at the conclusion of the weekend.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Leon Drake preps for his Saturday afternoon runs with his "Porscharu" 914.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Fixtures of SCCA RallyCross, Todd and Valerie Briley once again represented Colorado Region in Mod All, finishing 2nd and 10th respectively in the event's largest class.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
That's close! Jim Rowland takes the Prepared Front win by the narrowest margin in the event, just 0.346sec.
photo by Rupert Berrington
photo by Rupert Berrington
It's never too early to instill a love of motorsports in the next generation.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Paws and Pistons: This RallyCrosser and his four-legged co-pilot are ready to rev up the excitement.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Rick Myers, Director of Rally and Solo, channels his farmer spirit as he preps the course surface for the afternoon runs.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
First-time Champion Brad Turnbull slings the dirt in his Stock Front Ford Fiesta ST.
photo by Rupert Berrington
photo by Rupert Berrington
Tim Thompson receives a congratulatory hug when the dust settles.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
It's no Honda... Bob Seelig joined Tim Thompson in the Stock All Ford Focus RS for Nationals, and pulled down a trophy!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Ooooh shiny!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Dirt + Cone.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
As the temperatures rose on Sunday morning, workers shed their layers and embraced the warmer weather after a chilly Saturday.
photo by Rupert Berrington
photo by Rupert Berrington
One sticker summing up all we need to know about the car's owner.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Modified All competitors discuss Josh Campfield's Subaru WRX as the sun sets on Friday's festivities.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Eat. Sleep. RallyCross. Warren Elliott and Hal Denham one traveled all the way from New England Region to join us in Topeka!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Reflecting true Subaru rally spirit — the Rally Pig.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Proactive course changes in RallyCross prevent major safety issues. Leon Drake adjusts the course to keep the event moving and competitors safe.
photo by Rupert Berrington
photo by Rupert Berrington
Chief of Grid, Warren Elliott, instructs a grid worker in procedures for the next heat.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
BBQ bliss. Competitors dig into mouthwatering barbecue at the buffet table at SCCA's National Office in Topeka.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
RallyCross competitors tune in for the driver's meeting, and get ready to conquer the course.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Brad Turnbull poses after securing his Stock Front Championship!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Just because it's going to get dirty doesn't mean you can't have a little fun with the details on your RallyCross car.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
After a mechanical issue leading up to his second run, David Capesius jumped into Christian Retterer's Acura, uncovering a clutch issue on that car. Capesius was able to replace his broken axle, and Retterer's Acura continued the event with a single driver.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Todd Wicker surveys the Modified Rear competition before Saturday afternoon runs.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
When luxury meets llama. Somehow that feels right for RallyCross.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
With clear skies, the morning sun was especially strong both days in Topeka, KS
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
This perfect pair of poodles were on duty to support Gonzo San Miguel's efforts.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Jason Fuller thanks car-owner Leon Drake for the codrive after the pair went 1-2 in Modified Rear, with Fuller emerging as the champion.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Caleb Warren desperately tried to secure the throttle body and intake before his final run of the weekend.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Ed Trudeau introduces the event's chiefs during the drivers meeting. From Left to Right: Keith Lightfoot - Safety, David Capesius - Workers, Josh Armantrout - Protest, Warren Elliott - Grid, Rick Myers - Event Chair.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
A great race. Shawn Roberts congratulates Draco Withington on his championship after a last-run shakeup in the class.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
After a mechanical failure on the Isuzu, Kent Hamilton gets acclimated to Mark Macoubrie's Subaru WRX STi
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
The Thompson/Seelig Focus RS had a de-bead on its last run, but it still needed to be fixed as the car was offered to Jan Gerber to take his last run after a mechanical failure on the Evo.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
RallyCrosser in the making: a young girl with wide-eyed wonder and boundless energy.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Chris Endres receives congratulations from fellow champs following his Modified All victory.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Class Inspection is not only a chance for competitors to take a look at the other cars in their class, but also to catch up with old friends.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Competitors help finish a tire swap so Edwin Cunill could focus on the getting the run he needed.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Eyes up! Jamison Whisenhunt is shown a red flag due to an issue for another competitor on course.
photo by Rupert Berrington
photo by Rupert Berrington
Active aero in RallyCross? We're reminded of another impressive car that haled from Texas.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
All eyes and ears focused on Ed Trudeau's driver's meeting!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Seems fitting for this year's event.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Make it four RallyCross National Championships for Prepared All winner Mark Hill!
photo by Rupert Berrington
photo by Rupert Berrington
Battery: secured.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
ZB Lorenc debuted his new rear suspension design at this event after just finishing it this week.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Jan Gerber readies Steve Ducharme's Mitsubishi Evo for competition with a fresh set of numbers.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Stock All competitors discuss their vehicles as Class Inspection wraps up.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Conquering the cone chaos. This car wears its RallyCross spirit with pride.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Yes, even Porsches can play in the dirt with SCCA — two of them this year!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Stock Front driver Hal Denham kicks up a trail of dirt out on course.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
No headlights needed, but Chris Endres' GMC Typhoon did need plenty of fresh air to breathe.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Hugs for the champ! Christian Retterer congratulates Jim Rowland as the pair takes the top two spots in Prepared Front.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
ZB Lorenc's GTI is one angry little V Dub.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Competitors from next door and all over came out to play at this year's RallyCross Nationals — 22 states were represented!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
It doesn't matter how you get the car to the event, as long as you get it there.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Back-to-back wins in Stock Front for Tim Thompson and his Focus RS, the loan hatchback in the class!
photo by Rupert Berrington
photo by Rupert Berrington
A quick stop at the scanner, then it's time to run!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Stock All Champion Tim Thompson poses with wife Crisanne following competition.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Crocheting at a RallyCross? Why not?!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Wearing a badge of honor after conquering the terrain at the SCCA RallyCross National Championship.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
When the dust settles, the winners are named. Here's the hardware they took home!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Jim Rowland describes his final run to Keith Lightfoot after claiming the Prepared Front Championship.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Grid ready. Helmets and essential gear stand poised in the grid, ready for adrenaline-fueled action to unfold.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
In the world of RallyCross, even the flowers bloom amidst the dirt and tractors.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Best beard and best time! Brad Turnbull finished the weekend as the new Stock Front Champion.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
The results will show that Keith Lightfoot won in a '94 Chevette, but we know what he was really driving.
photo by Rupert Berrington
photo by Rupert Berrington
This year's weather was absolutely perfect for playing in the fields!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Sporting dirt handprints, proudly.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
David Capesius and Greg Cheney discuss the Prepared Front entry during Friday's Class Inspection.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Timing Manager Carmen Rowlands was excited to demonstrate the staging lights during Friday's driver's meeting
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Chief Steward Ed Trudeau got to sample Saturday's course during a safety run on Friday afternoon. He gave it two thumbs up!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
These two furry friends are captivated by the action... the love for speed in the dirt knows no bounds.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Draco Withington goes back-to-back in Prepared Rear with last-run heroics!
photo by Rupert Berrington
photo by Rupert Berrington
The True Grit Award recognizes an outstanding effort in either competing in or organizing the RallyCross National Championships. Event Chair and Director of Rally/Solo Rick Myers was presented the award Sunday afternoon in recognition of his hard work and commitment to making the event a success.
photo by Rupert Berrington
photo by Rupert Berrington
Worth it! Draco Withington ripped the bumper off his MR2 Spyder on the final run, but jumped from third to first in Prepared Rear to take the win!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
'nuff said.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
The biggest topic of discussion during Stock Front's class inspection was the choice of vehicle. Ken Krenk's Volvo C30 was definitely the most unexpected vehicle in grid.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
A dust devil appears as the wind picks up the freshly-slug dust on course.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Beware the Typhoon! Chris Endres took the Modified All Championship by nearly 11 seconds.
photo by Rupert Berrington
photo by Rupert Berrington
Jim Rowland labeled himself as a "RallyCross Fun-Haver" and it couldn't be more accurate for the PF Champion!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
SCCA President and CEO welcomes RallyCross National Championship competitors to the National office in Topeka, KS for a celebration dinner Friday ahead of the event.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Texas in the house!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Even the smallest crew members brought the good vibes for their favorite drivers!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Call him 5-time! ZB Lorenc takes home the Modified Front Championship in his VW Golf GTI.
photo by Rupert Berrington
photo by Rupert Berrington
Consider the task at hand. As soon as the helmet goes on, it's showtime.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Every flower must grow through dirt, and every RallyCross car must, too.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Thanks to our Heartland Motorsports Park hosts, bleachers were available for spectators to watch the action.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Mark Hill waits at the line as the first dust plumes of the weekend are kicked up on the course.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
It's a 1-2 finish for the Drake-owned Porscharu 914, but this time Jason Fuller piloted the car to the Championship.
photo by Rupert Berrington
photo by Rupert Berrington
Fueling up for the thrills: RallyCross Nationals competitors savor a delicious barbecue and a bit of bench racing before the event kicks into full swing.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Andrew Benagh, Solo Administrative Manager, preps his class letters before making his first ever RallyCross run.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
Nom, nom, nom, cones.
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
The father and son team of Jim and Joey Green are having #funwithcars despite a not-to-plan RallyCross Nationals. They brought their Solo Spec Coupe autocross car while their RallyCross car is down, and still had a great time!
photo by Andie Albin
photo by Andie Albin
