CURRENT RALLYX POINT STANDINGS!

If you’re new to the community check out a teaser of THE FIRM Rally Event HERE.

The FIRM created the Rally-X series to give the rally community a chance to enjoy a local Rally event. The Series is great for people new to Rally, or experienced drivers, to test their driving and vehicle performance for National Rally Events.

Every event is set up differently across a mix of surfaces like sand, gravel, dirt, lime-rock and tarmac. The mix of surfaces and challenges will pressure test participants’ driving skills and adaptability. You will tackle jumps, navigate through trees and handle sharp corners. The Joker lap will add an exciting layer of complexity. Rally-X is an opportunity to enhance your technical skills and your strategic thinking across varied terrains.

2024 EVENT DATES:                                           ENTRY FEE REGISTRATION: $250
Event 1 – Feb 27th                                                 Event Champion for Each Group.
Event 2 – May 15th                                                Champions Announced at Final Event.
Event 3 – Aug 21st                                                 Events Run – Rain or Shine.
Event 4 – Nov 23rd                                               Dates are Subject to Change

RALLY-X FORMAT AND RULES

FORMAT:

• • 3 – 5 Heats Per Class – 1 – 3 “laps” Per Heat.
  • “Joker” Element (JE) – May take on any lap, One Per Race, DNF for Failure to Take JE
  • Winner Determined by Lowest Total Time After All Penalties Applied

TIMING:

• • MyLaps Digital Timing System.
  • Before Start – Test Fit to Allow for Quick Transponder Swaps Between Run Groups.
  • Live Lap Time Updates Available Through SpeedHive app.

PENALTIES: (DNF – Did Not Finish) – Depends on Course May Not Apply.

• • 4 Seconds – Knocked Down Cone or Barrel
  • 10 Seconds – Missed Gate
  • DNF – Off Course (as determined by control) are calculated as slowest time (after penalties) +10 seconds.

POINTS – Awarded Per Class

• • 1st– 12 | 2nd– 10 | 3rd– 8 | 4th– 6 | 5th– 4 | 6th– 3 | 7th– 2 | 8th– 1
  • Final Cumulative Results: Calculated at Final Event.
  • Bonus Point: For “Fastest Time of The Day” – Calculated as Fastest Single Run Completed (after penalties)

VEHICLE CLASS

• • Class A – AWD, less than 2.5L
  • Class B – AWD over 2.5L
  • Class C – FWD
  • Class D – RWD
  • Class E – Side-by-side/UTV
  • Note: AWD grouped by engine displacement w/ 1.4 modifier applied to forced induction applications.
    • Ex: WRX w/2.0L turbocharged engine adjusted displacement 2.8L/2.0 X 1.4
  • Decals: 8” Tall – Race Number (assigned at registration) and Group Letter (on each side of vehicle) – Background and Letter/Number Must Contrast & Be Clearly Visible
  • Install: Drivers Provide/Install Numbers/letters Prior to Technical Inspection
  • Eligibility: A Registered Competitor May Contest Eligibility of a Vehicle in Their Class with the Chief Scrutineer. All Decisions Are at Scrutineer’s Discretion

ROLL CAGE REQUIREMENTS: 2025 Want more woods – get your vehicle ready!

• • UTVs/Side-By-Side: Must have Full Cage AND Driver/Passenger Wrist Restraints OR Side Nets Required
  • Vehicles (2025): Rear Cage sample HERE (Fabricate or Choose Your Own Supplier). Highly Recommended and Vehicles with Rear Cage Will be Allowed to Experience More Off-Road Terrain; Requirements Based on Car Weight without Driver
  • Please see image for reference at the bottom of this page. 

Under 2500 lbs                                   Over 2500 lbs
Mild Steel 1.50″ x .095″                           1.75″ x .095” or 1.50″ x .120”
Alloy Steel 1.375 x .095″                          1.50″ x .095″

TECHNICAL INSPECTION

• • Pass/Fail: Only Vehicles Passed by Technical Inspection May Enter Event Course · Form HERE – Vehicle Must Meet All Technical Requirements
  • Opens/Closes: 30 mins After Gate Opens – 15 mins Before Drivers Meeting
  • Final Entry: MUST be on-site 15 minutes Before Tech Closes to Compete

PERSONAL SAFETY AND ELIGIBILITY

• • Helmet: SA2015 or newer for Vehicles and M2015 for Side-by-Side/UTV
  • Shoes: Closed-Toe Shoes Required.
  • Passenger: One Passenger Allowed.
  • Age: Drivers and Passengers Must Be 16 or Older.
  • Waivers: Everyone Must Sign. Minors Need Both Parents Signatures – Notarized by Any Parent Not Present with Minor
  • Sharing: Only Two Drivers May “share” and Each Driver Must Pay Entry Fee
  • Multiple Class Entry: Driver May Enter Multiple Vehicles For Additional Entry Fee
  • Registration: Click HERE – Must Enter Day Prior – No Same Day Entries Permitted

VEHICLE SAFETY

• • Loose Items: Must Be Removed From Vehicle
  • Convertibles: Hard Top Required; T and Targa Must Have Panels in Place
  • Battery: Tie-downs Required
  • Wheel Studs: Must Be in Place w/ALL Lug Nuts
  • Tires: Good Condition; 5/32” Minimum Tire Tread
  • Seat Belts: Required and Must be Worn at All Times On Course.
  • Rear Cages: Preferred and Will Be Allowed to Experience More Off-Road Terrain
  • UTVs/Side-By-Side: Full Cage and Driver/Passenger Wrist Restraints or Side Nets
  • Modifications: Subject to Scrutineer approval and Scrutineer Sole Discretion
  • Damage: Scrutineers at Sole Discretion May Pull Damaged Vehicle Off Course
  • Tow Hook: One Required & Two Preferred; Installed on Front and Fear of Vehicle
  • Liability: FIRM not Liable if Vehicle Damaged to Safely Remove Vehicle from Course

Rear Cage Example:

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