PAX ATTACK /// Autocross!

Our last episode! We talk with Emilio Cervantes of 949 Racing and Supermiata. We even get into some setup discussion on Tim's Mazdaspeed3. Thanks for listening - Tim & Mark

Every year since 2014 the SCCA has awarded twenty-three women drivers from across the country the Wendi Allen Scholarship. On this episode of the Pax Attack we talk with the 2022 winners. Join us for a conversation with 2022 winners Layne Lindemann, Chelsea Tattershall and Maia Kirk. 2016 winner Cindy Duncan also joins the show to share her thoughts on the award and what it means to her.The scholarship was established by the family of Wendi Allen to honor her dedication to the sport and to support the efforts of other women drivers competing at Solo National events across the country. Through the generous gifts provided by donations, the SCCA and Mazda winners receive $1500 for travel expenses and the SCCA waives the entry fees for all Solo National events during the year.To learn more about the Wendi Allen Scholarship check out the SCCA's website.For women drivers competing in open class Driving Forward Together provides support via their contingency program. To learn more visit drivingforwardtogether.comFollow Us:FacebookInstagramOriginal music from Tim Fremd, Steve Oxen & David Renda.Check Out Our Sponsors:SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. Generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver. Visit Petrel Data Systems.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. Cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Check out the High Performance Academy! The more you know, the faster you go. Squeeze every drop of performance out of your car with internationally recognized online courses. Support the show and use promo code PAXATTACK to get $50 off your order!Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, send us an email.

Whether you call them bushings or bushes they are an important part of any balanced autocross setup. Join us for an informative and fun discussion about rubber and polyurethane bushings! Jake and Mike from the Powerflex USA team join us as we dive down the bushing rabbit hole.In addition to our chat with Powerflex USA you will learn about the differences between rubber and polyurethane bushings to help you decide what's right for your autocross ride. Also, in this episode Tim gives us an update on the modifications to his Mazdaspeed 3 and Mark talks about what is really required to swap out old rubber bushings. Original music from Tim Fremd, Steve Oxen & David Renda.Check Out Our Sponsors:SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. Generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver. Visit Petrel Data Systems.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. Cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Check out the High Performance Academy! The more you know, the faster you go. Squeeze every drop of performance out of your car with internationally recognized online courses. Support the show and use promo code PAXATTACK to get $50 off your order!Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, send us an email.

What makes a great autocross photo? To find out tune in for a conversation about our recent autocross photo contest. We are joined by photographers Perry Bennett from Autoxpix.com and Tane Hopu from TurtlesharkShooter Photography to talk process, gear and also about what they think makes for a winning autocross image. Also covered are the winning photos submitted by Perry Aidelbaum from autox4u.com, Ash Gravely with Spectro Racing and Ric Quinonez with the Fresno SCCA.To see the winning photos click here.Special thanks to  the photo contest sponsors:Autocrossdigits.com, Grassroots Motorsports Magazine, Moto Loot and The High Performance Academy.Original music from Tim Fremd, Steve Oxen & David Renda.Check Out Our Sponsors:SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. Generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver. Visit Petrel Data Systems.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. Cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Check out the High Performance Academy! The more you know, the faster you go. Squeeze every drop of performance out of your car with internationally recognized online courses. Support the show and use promo code PAXATTACK to get $50 off your order!Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, send us an email.

The prospect of changing classes has probably fueled as much post-race pint-facing bar banter as any other topic in the wacky world of autocross. In this episode, let's blow the dust off the cartridge and boot to the save point, so we can LEVEL UP!In this episode we talk with Tim Matijow and John Hinton, two autocrossers from North Carolina. They share the story of transforming a junkyard MR2 into an X-Prepared (XP) cone killer running 335 Hoosiers. We also chat about what its like to transform a Mazdaspeed3 from G Street to STH. Mark hints at the possibility of taking his NA Miata into the dangerous waters of STR.Follow Tim Matijow on FacebookFollow John Hinton on FacebookCheck out the XP MR2 on YouTubeCheck Out Our Sponsors:SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. Generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver. Visit Petrel Data Systems.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. Cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Check out the High Performance Academy! The more you know, the faster you go. Squeeze every drop of performance out of your car with internationally recognized online courses. Support the show and use promo code PAXATTACK to get $50 off your order!Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, send us an email.

Join us for an extended take of our conversation with Lee Graser the original owner and builder of the Zamboni.Lee joined us to share a little of his story in episode 19, Zoomboni so be sure to listen to the that episode first before diving into this bonus show. During this episode Lee talks about autocrossing back in the late 60's and 70's, several other Grassroots Motorsports Challenge cars. He also shares a lot more details about what it was like to turn a 1959 ice re-surfacer into an instant autocross cult classic.Check out this great article from GRM on the Zamboni at the 2007 Challenge.Original music from Tim Fremd and David Renda.Check Out Our Sponsors:SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. Generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver. Visit Petrel Data Systems.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. Cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Check out the High Performance Academy! The more you know, the faster you go. Squeeze every drop of performance out of your car with internationally recognized online courses. Support the show and use promo code PAXATTACK to get $50 off your order!Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, send us an email.

Join us for a fascinating behind the scenes look at the Zoomboni, a 1959 ice re-surfacer (Zamboni) turned into a wicked fast cone crushing autocross monster. When the Zamboni appeared at the Grassroots Motorsports Challenge in 2007 it was the first time that anyone had attempted to enter the challenge with a modified Zamboni. Buckle up for another unique episode of PAX Attack as we weave together past, present and future of a truly unique autocross car.This episode features an interview with the current owner Jeremy Porter and the original owner and builder Lee Graser. Special guest Tane Hopu joins us to help tell the tale of the Zoomboni. Check out this great article from GRM on the Zamboni at the 2007 Challenge.Learn more about Tane and Turtleshark Shooter on Instagram and Facebook.Original music from Tim Fremd, David Renda and of course “Animal”.Check Out Our Sponsors:SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. You can generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver. To learn more about SoloStorm visit Petrel Data Systems.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Check out the High Performance Academy! The more you know, the faster you go. Learn how to squeeze every drop of performance out of your car with internationally recognized online courses. Support the show and use promo code PAXATTACK to get $50 off your order!Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, send us an email.

The end of 2021 is near and we wanted to take a moment to look back at the year and share some of our favorite clips from past episodes and our thoughts on why we chose to do each of those shows.Join us for the next season starting in January 2022. Cheers!Check Out Our Sponsors:SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. You can generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver. To learn more about SoloStorm visit Petrel Data Systems.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Check out the High Performance Academy! The more you know, the faster you go. Learn how to squeeze every drop of performance out of your car with internationally recognized online courses. Support the show and use promo code PAXATTACK to get $50 off your order!Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know.Our Autocross Photo Contest kicks off 12/15/21. Submit your favorite photo from any year. Win more than $500 in prizes from Grassroots Motosports Magazine, Autocross Digits, Moto Loot and High Performance Academy. Join us on the show to share your pics story!

Mark heads back to school for a little in car autocross therapy. Join us for a conversation about the day spent with Apex Performance Driving School.During the show we chat with co-founders Mike King and Darrin DiSimo about how Apex got started and why they are so passionate about helping their students find a little more time out on course. This episode is packed to the brim with helpful tips! It is also a great resource for anyone interested in learning more about what its like to spend the day at an autocross school. Check out our social media for videos and photos from the day.To learn more about Apex Performance Driving School visit APEXPDS.Apex Performance Driving School was born out of a desire for helping others enjoy their own cars at their fullest extent. Check Out Our Sponsors:To learn more about SoloStorm visit Petrel Data Systems.SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. You can generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at our web site paxattack.com.

Join us for a conversation with Mike Marich, the owner of Petrel Data Systems and the developer of SoloStorm, one of the most popular autocross software products on the market. During the show Mike will share the story of how SoloStorm came to be and provide some helpful tips on how we can use the it to find a little more time out on course.Some of the troubleshooting topics we cover:SetupCamera IssuesOBD ConnectionSide By Side Driver ComparisonTrace ChannelsTo learn more about SoloStorm visit Petrel Data Systems.SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. You can generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at our web site paxattack.com.

Rick Ruth, the administrator of the PAX/ RTP Index joins us for a crash course on the history of the index, how it is maintained and calculated.  This is a great show for new drivers asking what exactly is the PAX/RTP Index and for veteran drivers who know but maybe they haven't heard about the history or the work required to maintain the indexing each year. Thanks again to Rick Ruth for joining us. We couldn't have done this show without his help.If you would like to watch a video of the Gran Prix events discussed in the show, check out this link The Portage Gran Prix.Did you love numbers and want to sing about them? If so check out this video The Big Numbers Song.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at our web site paxattack.com.

Every autocrosser is searching for something. It could be that little bit of time you left out on course during your last run, or it could be that you're searching for a way to escape the daily grind whatever it is, the search is one thing that we all share in common.On this episode, we feature three drivers from across the country who are all searching for something different. It could be a national championship, the perfect build or a more inclusive grid where we are all driving forward together.Drivers featured on this episode:Chuck Mathews: Connect with Chuck at mathewsracing.com and on Facebook at Mathews Racing/ Team Overkill.Adam Austin: You can find Adam on Instagram at aaustin00.Heidi K. Ellison: Learn more about Driving Forward Together on their web site drivingforwardseries  or on Instagram and Facebook. Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order. Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at our web site paxattack.com. 

Have you ever wanted to autocross a truck? If so, then this show is for you. Join us for a conversation about autocross trucks with drivers from Florida, Arizona, and Texas.In this episode we chat with autocrosser Zach Rainey from the IG account Autocross Trucks, C10 driver and master builder C.J. Daniels and RaceTruck owner Buck Clayton.To learn more about Zach, CJ and Buck:Zach – On Instagram @autocrosstrucksCJ – On Instagram @notosofastracingBuck – On Instagram @xiiperformance Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order. Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at our web site paxattack.com.

Join us for a conversation about the Lotus 7 and its cousin from South Africa, the Birkin. Our guest for the show is autocrosser Christian Moist a driver with the Cincinnati Region SCCA running a powerful Lotus 7 replica from Birkin in D Modified.In this episode Christian shares his his story and how he moved from running of what it was like to move from an Street Mod Civic to D Modified in his Birkin. We will also talk about  some of the features that make the Birkin an exceptional autocross car and what you need to know if you plan to go down the kit car path to build your own Lotus 7 replica.Did you know that Lotus, Caterham and Birkin cars all share a common story? If not your going to enjoy this show because we are going to take a deep dive down the rabbit hole of history to uncover some interesting tidbits about Lotus 7 and its Sevenesque cousins.Episode References:Solo Stats By Rocky EntrikenNot Just a Number Story of a Legend Lotus 7 / TAB ProductionsThe Cars The Star Caterham / BBCCaterham CarsBirkinsportscars.comBirkin Direct USALooking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at our web site paxattack.com.

Miata concept engineer Norman Garrett, joins us to share his experience working on the design of the NA Miata. We chat about how autocross informed the Miata's design and Norman shares what it was like to drive the prototype on the streets of Santa Barbara, California. We also talk about the Lotus Elans influence on the original Miata. Cheers!PAX Attack Merch Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at our web site paxattack.com.

A special look into the life of Norman Garrett, Concept Engineer for the NA Miata. Join us for part one of our conversation with Norman. In this episode, we explore Normans life growing up in North Carolina working on cars as a small boy which then led to motocross and eventually autocrossing his Datsun 510. We also hear about his time as an engineering student at Georgia Tech and how his love for the RX-7 helped him land a job at Mazda designing the NA Miata. Please support BlazeSports America in their mission to change the lives of individuals with physical disabilities through adaptive sport and recreation. BlazeSports America is a 501c3 non-profit organization.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at out web site paxattack.com.

Over the course of the 2020 season, we interviewed nine drivers from across the country as part of our Tales From the Grid series. This series is focused on providing drivers with a platform to share their autocross experience and to give voice to their accomplishments and challenges along the way.In our final episode of 2020, we wanted to share a sampling of those interviews with you. You can watch all the interviews on our website paxattack.com. If you would like to share your autocross story, please email us at pax@paxattack.com

On this episode we explore the autocross journey of the Porsche 914. Join us as we dive into how the Action Porsche would go from big market failure to autocross champion.It all started back in the 1960’s when Volkswagen and Porsche joined forces to create what they hoped would be an economical mid-engine, two-seat sports car. However, the 914 struggled to meet sales expectations and was rejected by Porsche owners. But here in the United States, autocrossers knew better. Across the country, autocrossers would prove the value of the car by winning Regional and National Championships for almost 50 years.Thanks again to Ray Goodfellow for sharing the story of his 1973 914. You can listen to the entire interview with Ray at our site Tales From The Grid.Articles & Books on the Porsche 914:Want to learn more about the 914? Check out Richard Gooding’s informative book Porsche 914: An Enthusiast’s Guide on Amazon.Check out Kieron Fennelly’s a rticle Who Really Designed the 914 from Excellence Magazine in 2011.Special Thanks To:Autocross Digits is the place to find your next set of autocross numbers. Pass tech with flying colors and look great on course. Visit AutocrossDigits.com and use promo code PAXATTACK for a 10% discount on your order.Please check out Solo Stats. Rocky Entriken’s book provides a great history of Nationals and records the names of everyone at Nationals in his autocross compendium.Solo Stats on AmazonDo you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know.

On this episode of PAX Attack, we explore how a mall in Oklahoma City and the Schlitz Brewing Company helped to bring about Solo Nationals.Join us as we explore how the Solo Nationals came to be and share some of the stories from past Nationals. Some of the topics covered in this episode include: how Solo got its name, the infamous Wobble Rule of 1975, the birth of PAX in 2012 and how Street Class helped to revive attendance at Nationals.Rocky Entriken joins us again to share how his book Solo Stats came to be and also breaks down some of the numbers. Stay to the end to hear which car company has won the most National titles and how long it will take the Miata to become the top autocross car.Please check out Rocky's amazing book Solo Stats. Rocky's book provides a great history of Nationals and records the names of everyone at Nationals in his autocross compendium.Solo Stats on AmazonDo you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at out web site paxattack.com.

The Miata is one of the most common cars out at an autocross event and dare we say one of the best to ever hit the gird. Join us as we explore the origins of the NA Miata. We will discuss its connection to British roadsters and some of the competition that ruled the land before the NA Miata hit the scene. Lastly, we dive into the many classes where the "bug-eyed sprite of the new millennium" continues to be competitive such as E Street, STR and CSP.Special guest Rocky Entriken, the unofficial historian of Solo Nationals and the author of Solo Stats will joins us to share his stories and what its like to drive both the Triumph Spitfire and the Miata out at an autocross.Please check out Rocky's amazing book Solo Stats. Rocky's book provides a great history of Nationals and records the names of everyone at Nationals in his autocross compendium.Solo Stats on AmazonYou can learn more about the history of the Miata in Thomas L Bryant's book Mazda MX-5 Miata: Twenty-Five YearsSpecial thanks to the great folks on the E Street and Porsche 914 Facebook pages for all their support!E Street Chat on Facebook Porsche 914 Group on FacebookIf you would like to learn more about the history of the the Triumph Spitfire check out these great websites:Silodrome / History of the Triumph SpitfireTriumphspitfire.nlDo you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at out web site paxattack.com.

Across the country as states and communities began to open up and learn how to live in this new pandemic reality. How do we, as autocrossers decide when the time is right to return to grid?Alex Uchida, the Regional Executive with CRSCCA will share his thoughts before and after their 5/17/20 event. This episode is a good resource for clubs planning their next event or for drivers trying to understand what you can expect at the next autocross.If you are planning to attend an event please consider your safety and the safety of others before heading out to crush some cones.Photos of CRSCCA’s 5/17/20 event can be found on our Facebook page in the CRSCCA 5.17.20 EVENT Album.Connect with the Chattanooga Region on social media.CRSCCA on FacebookCRSCCA on InstagramIf you would like to share your autocross story, please connect with us on social media.

What is the one thing out in grid that we all have in common? From novice to national champion, we have all been rookies. Listen in as drivers from Georgia and New York share their inspiring stories during their first year out on course. Special thanks to our guests: Ashley Weaver, Atlanta Region SCCA 2019 Driver of the Year Christian Kolmers, Atlanta Region SCCA 2019 Rookie Champion Amy Wunsch, NNJR SCCA Driver and Driving Forward Together team member. To learn more about Driving Forward Together please follow them on social media.https://www.facebook.com/DrivingForwardTogether/https://www.instagram.com/drivingforwardtogether/ Share Your StoryWe all have an autocross story to share. If you would like to share yours with the PAX Attack team, please send us an email or connect with us on social media.PAX Attack Website

Join Tim and Mark as they launch into the final novice event. We discuss what it was like to roll out on that last run and how you can learn from our mistakes to make the most of your novice experience. To learn more about BlazeSports America: BlazeSportsEpisode Time Stamps:Out On My Own: 11:30The Climb:17:25BlazeSports Promo:18:05Deep Dive Into the Elements:19:30Before You Roll Out:35:20Stay tuned for Episode Four where we share stories from our Rookie season.

Find out who won the South East Shootout and what it was like to race in a Dual Cross in this episode of the PAX ATTACK. Later, in the PAX Takedown we will review Solo Points 8 & 9 here in Atlanta and we will also cover some recent Fastrack decisions by the SCCA Solo Events Board. Episode Time Stamps:The Shootout: 0:30More about the Shootout: ARSCCA SEDiv Solo Dual CrossARSCCA Points Eight: 10:10ARSCCA Points Nine: 12:40Mark Makes Excuses: 16:50SCCA Fastrack Review: 22:42To learn more about BlazeSports America: BlazeSportsIn this episode we mention PAX and where drivers finished against other drivers based on their PAX time. The acronym PAX stands for Professional Autocross. The PAX system is used during SCCA autocross events to score cars from a wide variety of classes by applying a multiplier to their times. You can learn more about PAX at the links below:SCCA SOLOAutoXandTrack

In this podcast we share our experiences during our first autocross event and what it was about autocross that got us hooked on the sport.The big deal about autocross (1:07) Mark's experience in MaconTim tries to catch his instructor (4:00) / SCCA AtlantaAutocross is a back alley knife fight ( ) / read more from J.G. Pasterjak PAX Takedown (7:30) Autocross News / SCCA NationalYour first autocross " Hot Quiz"! (13:50) Autocross Essentials