Rally Cross: Gettin' Dirty
The 2024 KWRC Rally Cross Series was an unforgettable experience. Hosted at the Eagles Nest, a small dirt track, the five-event series presented a unique challenge for all competitors.
Drivers compete individually against the clock, typically with five attempts to navigate the course. Each attempt involves two laps. The driver with the fastest combined time across all runs emerges victorious, demanding both speed and consistency to minimize lap times and secure the top spot.
As a result, the field boasts a diverse array of vehicles, from impressive daily drivers to "clapped-out" wrecks brought in specifically for the event.
The region typically experiences dry summer conditions, and 2024 was no exception. The May opener was an outlier, with teams battling muddy conditions. Lap times improved as cars churned the track, gradually drying the surface. While AWD vehicles had the advantage, it didn't deter any team's efforts, and the drivers clearly relished the challenge.
Dry, dusty conditions prevailed for the remainder of the season, creating dramatic scenes with dust plumes trailing the cars as they drifted past.
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