The Test & Tune and Driver's School is scheduled for Saturday, March 13 at CORE in historic Deer Trail, Colorado.  If you're an experienced rallycross competitor, this is a great opportunity to practice driving techniques, experiment with tire pressures and play with suspension and tuning settings.  If you're new to rallycross, this is your chance to learn about the sport from seasoned veterans and get some serious seat time with no pressure in a fun, relaxed environment.  Here's an overview of the event:

• Pre-register under the Registration tab so we know how many people to expect.  If you are interested in being an instructor or helping out with event operations (course set-up, course worker, grid, start line, timing, etc.) please send an email to Ryan Haenny via the Contacts page.  We'll need volunteers, so bring along friends and family;
• Cost is $25 for Test & Tune-only and $50 for Driver's School with instructor.  Bring cash or check for payment;
• On-site registration/check in will start at 8:00 AM.  Driver's meeting will start at ~9:30 AM and the Driver's School will start immediately thereafter.  Test & Tune runs will intermingle with Driver's School runs.  We'll take a short lunch break at noon and set up the timing equipment for timed runs in the afternoon;
• Self-tech -- you are responsible for inspecting your vehicle.  Be sure to check wheel bearings for play, make sure your battery is securely tied down, and remove all loose objects from the interior.  Seat belts and helmets are required.  Loaner helmets will be available;
• Bring food, drinks and cold weather gear.  No drugs or alcohol during the event;
• Colorado weather can be unpredictable.  Check the website for weather updates in case of snow or inclement weather. 

 (AP) - Forget the recession, put away your snow shovel, change your air filter, and get ready--the 2010 Colorado RallyCross season is here!  Ten events and great competition set the stage for perhaps the best RallyCross season yet.  Here's an overview of the good stuff:

• Plan to attend the 2010 Kickoff Party on Saturday, February 27 at the Rockyard Brewery in Castle Rock.  We'll present the 2009 season awards and discuss the 2010 season while enjoying good eats and a brew or two.  Don't miss this great opportunity to catch up with fellow competitors, share your feedback about the Colorado R-X program and volunteer for key assignments.
• New this year will be a Drivers' School and Test & Tune session in March.  This will give people who are interested in trying RallyCross a chance to get their feet wet (or dirty) without having to worry about competing.  Bring a friend, the spouse or grandma along so they can see how it feels to get a little sideways.
• The 2010 Colorado RallyCross schedule consists of 10 events, including the National Challenge Event at Miller Motorsports Park in Tooele, Utah and the SCCA National Championship at the U.S. Truck Driving School in Fountain, Colorado.  The remaining eight events will be at our traditional R-X sites -- CORE, USTD, PPIR and Pueblo.  Your best eight (8) events count toward the 2010 season championship and you'll need to compete in at least six (6) events to qualify for a trophy.

Here is the 2010 event schedule.  Watch for more details on website soon. 

2010 COLORADO RALLYCROSS SCHEDULE

2/27/10 - 2010 Season Kickoff Party at Rockyard Brewery in Castle Rock

3/13/10 - Drivers' School and Test & Tune at Colorada Off Road Extreme (CORE) in Deer Trail

3/27/10 - Event #1 - SCCA National Challenge Event at Miller Motorsports Park in Tooele, Utah

4/24/10 - Event #2 - Colorado RallyCross at U.S. Truck Driving School (USTDS) in Fountain

5/8/10 - Event #3 - Colorado RallyCross at CORE in Deer Trail (date is tentative)

6/19/10 - Event #4 - Colorado RallyCross at Pueblo Motorsports Park

7/17/10 - Event #5 - Colorado RallyCross at CORE in Deer Trail

8/8/10 - Event #6 - Colorado RallyCross at USTDS in Fountain

8/20-22/10 - Event #7 - SCCA National Championship at USTDS in Fountain

9/18/10 - Event #8 - Colorado RallyCross at CORE in Deer Trail

10/9/10 - Event #9 - Colorado RallyCross at Pikes Peak International Raceway in Fountain

11/6/10 - Event #10 - Colorado RallyCross at CORE in Deer Trail

For the second year in a row, Colorado RallyCross has been recognized for its exceptional efforts at the SCCA Annual Convention.  The Rocky Mountain Division - home of Colorado R-X - was awarded the Divisional RallyCross Achievement Award by the SCCA.RallyCross Board for 2009.  Nice job, gang!  This annual award is presented in recognition of a Divison’s activities in RallyCross for a new or ongoing program based on a variety of factors, including event promotions, attendance, innovation in public relations, and event participation.  Colorado RallyCross and the Colorado Region received the Regional RallyCross Achievement Award in 2008.