Going thru the timing lights backwards!
The Vapor Trail Vettes club puts on several autocrosses each year. Check the Home page for information on the next one.
Entry is open to all makes and types of ICE cars EV’S ARE NOT ALLOWED PER NCCC RULES. Everyone must have a Snell rated helmet (currrently 2010 and above), working brakes, seat belts and must complete a tech inspection before being allowed on the track.
When held at the Santa Maria Airport, spectators are not allowed due to TSA rules. In the morning, the gate will be open from 6:30 to 8:00. No entry after that will be allowed. Non-drivers who are with a registered driver and who are willing to work at the safety stations are accepted.
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Our last event for the year was on October 26th. It was a mostly overcast day with a cool wind that kept the temps down. Clay provided some new features to the layout that required the drivers to use/learn energy conservation techniques. The average times went up a bit, but most seemed to like the effort.
Congratulations to the winners:
Men’s Open A: 1st place – Kenneth Robles
Men’s Open B1: 1st place – Joe Iqbal, 2nd – Elijah Magana
Men’s Open B2: 1st place – Sam Johns, 2nd – Noah Gaither, 3rd – Kevin Sullivan, 4th – Ian Blancett
Men’s Open B3: 1st place – Emil Waked, 2nd – Klaus Brown, 3rd – Logan Williams, 4th – Charles Floyd
Woman’s Open B: 1st place – Shar Clark
Our third event was on July 13th. Again we had a small group with new attendees. It was one of the fastest layouts we have utilized and it seemed to have many fans. We started the day with a fire plane parked on the course, but it was removed in time for us to set out the last cones and get started on time. Some timing problems caused delays, but we were able to get a full day in. Due to the timing problems, the awards handed out were not final. We reviewed all the times and the following is the corrected list. Winners that did not receive an award will be presented theirs at a later date.
Congratulations to the winners:
Men’s 1P: 1st place – Bernard Jones
Men’s Open A: 1st place – Fred Herr
Men’s Open B1: 1st place – Geoff Straw, 2nd – Dustin Leavitte
Men’s Open B2: 1st place – Pat Kelley, 2nd – Ian Blancett, 3rd – Richard Tisdel
Men’s Open B3: 1st place – Klaus Brown, 2nd – Charles Floyd, 3rd – Marty U’ren
Men’s C2: 1st place – David Beck
Woman’s Open B: 1st place – Nancy Ngo
June 1st was the second event of the season. With a smaller group we were able to get ten runs in for the day. We continue to see new attendees and hope they enjoyed the event.
Congratulations to the winners:
Men’s Open A: 1st place – Kevin Jung
Men’s Open B1: 1st place – Geoff Straw, 2nd – Joe Iqbal, 3rd – Jimmy Gutierrez
Men’s Open B2: 1st place – Ian Blancett, 2nd – Pat Kelley, 3rd – Richard Tisdel
Men’s Open B3: 1st place -Charles Floyd, 2nd – Aaron Murano, 3rd – Marty U’Ren
Men’s C2: 1st place – David Beck
Woman’s Open B: 1st place – Nancy Bodily
The first event of the year was on March 9th. Cool temperatures and winds kept tires and the track from reaching optimal temps. We welcomed quite a few new attendees.
Congratulations to the winners:
Men’s Open A: 1st place – Fred Herr
Men’s Open B1: 1st place – Geoff Straw, 2nd – Rick Jennel, 3rd – Steven Fritz
Men’s Open B2: 1st place – Ian Blancett, 2nd – Richard Tisdel, 3rd – Bruce Morgenthaler
Men’s Open B3: 1st place -Klaus Brown, 2nd – Mike Dirks
Men’s C2: 1st place – David Beck
Woman’s Open B: 1st place – Nancy Bodily
July 29th was the last event of the season. Despite some problems with the timing system we were able to have a full day of racing. We thank everyone who attended this and the previous events this year. We hope they enjoyed the events and will be back next year.
Congratulations to the winners:
Men’s Open A: 1st place – Fred Herr, 2nd – Kenneth Robles
Men’s Open B1: 1st place – Geoff Straw, 2nd – Kevin Fortner, 3rd – Federico Solorio, 4th – Elijah Magana
Men’s Open B2: 1st place – Kevin Sullivan, 2nd – Richard Tisdel, 3rd – Ian Blancett
Men’s Open B3: 1st place -Jeff Bartel, 2nd – Jeffrey Bauer, 3rd – Larry Hebenstreit, 4th – Klaus Brown
Men’s 2M: 1st place – BeeJay Jones
Woman’s Open B: 1st place – Nancy Bodily, 2nd – Kathryn Cardona
June 24th was the third event of the season. We had some slides and spins, but mostly good runs. Again, we had several new drivers and hope they enjoyed the event. The feedback on the track layout was very positive.
Congratulations to the winners:
Men’s Open A: 1st place – Fred Herr, 2nd – Klaus Brown
Men’s Open B1: 1st place – Geoff Straw, 2nd – Erin Murano, 3rd – Joe Iqbal
Men’s Open B2: 1st place – Ian Blancett, 2nd – Noah Gaither
Men’s Open B3: 1st place – Chad Weber, 2nd – Emil Waked, 3rd – Mario Ramirez, 4th – Logan Williams
Woman’s Open B: 1st place – Jane Scarello, 2nd – Kathryn Cardona
The second autocross of the season was on April 29th. Some of the older model cars displayed their spinning abilities to an appreciative audience. The new track seems to have a curse, as like the Porsche club, we had a car spin at the end of the track and hit one of the timing sensors. We want to thank everyone who attended, especially those who were attending for the first time.
Congratulations to the winners:
Men’s Open A: 1st place – Fred Herr, 2nd – Klaus Brown
Men’s Open B1: 1st place – Craig Bennett, 2nd – Joe Iqbal, 3rd – Steven Fritz
Men’s Open B2: 1st place – Pat Kelley, 2nd – Richard Tisdel, 3rd – Ian Blancett
Men’s Open B3: 1st place – Liya Rermin, 2nd – John Ouellette, 3rd – Mike Dirkes
Woman’s Open B: 1st place – Carissa Teixeira
Men’s 1m: 1st place – Bernard Jones
The autocross season opened on March 25th with a sunny, cold and windy day. Cold tires and track resulted in spins, slides, drifts and (possibly) bruised egos. The highlight was when two cars did 360’s – one after the other! We were happy to have some participants who were new to auto-crossing. The drivers seemed to enjoy the Clay Beck’s layout and we believe it is one of the favorite versions he has created. We want to thank everyone who attended and hope to see all again throughout the season.
Congratulations to the winners:
Morning session
Men’s Open A: 1st place – Bruce Morgenthaler
Men’s Open B1: 1st place – Larry Butler, 2nd – Kenneth Robles, 3rd – Aaron Murano
Men’s Open B2: 1st place – Noah Gaither, 2nd – Pat Kelley 3rd – Alejandro Mayorga
Men’s Open B3: 1st place – John Ouellette, 2nd – Shaun Covarrubias, 3rd – Chad Weber, 4th – Gustavo Diaz
Woman’s Open B: 1st place – Issa Solis
Men’s 1sh: 1st place – Geoff Straw
Men’s 1m: 1st place – Edwin Norris
Men’s 3ab: 1st place – Chris Fitts
Men’s 13ab: 1st place – Bernard Jones
Women’s 13ab – Samantha Fitts
Afternoon session
Men’s Open A: 1st place – Bruce Morgenthaler
Men’s Open B1: 1st place – Larry Butler, 2nd – Aaron Murano, 3rd – Joe Iqbal
Men’s Open B2: 1st place – Pat kelley, 2nd – Kai Workman 3rd – Raymond Johnson
Men’s Open B3: 1st place – Noah Gaither, 2nd – John Ouellette, 3rd – Chad Weber, 4th – Luis Solis
Woman’s Open B: 1st place – Evelyn Mayorga
Men’s 1m: 1st place – Edwin Norris
Men’s 3ab: 1st place – Chris Fitts
Men’s 13ab: 1st place – Bernard Jones
Women’s 13ab – Samantha Fitts
The last autocross of the year was on August 6th. Again we were happy to have some participants who were new to auto-crossing. Not too many spins this time – but one racer was able to spin just before the finish line and backed thru the timing lights – and had a very good time! We want to thank everyone who attended and hope to see you all again next year.
Congratulations to the winners:
Men’s Open A: 1st place – Pat Kelley
Men’s Open B1: 1st place – Geoff Straw, 2nd – Mark Hazboun, 3rd – Steve Clayton (Mr. Backwards), 4th – Charles Floyd, 5th – Joe Iqual
Men’s Open B2: 1st place – Sam Johns, 2nd – Noah Gaither, 3rd – Karl Johns, 4th – Peter Song, 5th – Alejandro Mayorga
Men’s Open B3: 1st place – Klaus Brown, 2nd – Luis Solis, 3rd – John Quellette, 4th – Marty U’ren
Woman’s Open A: 1st place – Issa Solis
Woman’s Open B: 1st place – Erika Fossum
The July autocross was a success. With fewer entrants, everyone was able to have 10 runs. Despite a few lurid spins and getting lost on the course, almost everyone’s times fell during the day. Again we had several new drivers and we hope they learned some new things about their cars. Hope to see all at the August event.
Congratulations to the winners:
Men’s Open A: 1st place – Jeff Bartel, 2nd – Pat Kelley
Men’s Open B1: 1st place – Geoff Straw, 2nd – Ryan Ewing, 3rd – Mark Hazboun, 4th – Charles Floyd
Men’s Open B2: 1st place – Karl Johns, 2nd – Sam Johns, 3rd – Noah Gaither, 4th – Alejandro Mayorga
Men’s Open B3: 1st place – John Ouellette, 2nd – Mike Dirks, 3rd – Marty U’ren
Woman’s Open B: 1st place – Evelyn Mayorga
The June autocross found us enjoying mild weather and cooling winds. This layout included the big 180 sweeper at the eastern end of the tarmac, which has always been a favorite of most. Two tricky sections saw a few drivers getting lost until they learned the course. We had a couple of spins that fortunately only hurt the drivers ego. We were very happy to be hosting several drivers attending an autocross for the first time and hope they enjoyed the event and will return in the future.
The first autocross of the year was held in April. Cool weather and gusty winds prevailed. The first session went without a hitch and everyone had a nice lunch. Unfortunately, the afternoon session was halted early due to the first ever accident experienced during an event held by the club.
Our fourth autocross was on August 14th. The weather was excellent and everyone said they had a great time. Despite a few problems with the timers, we were able to get in ten runs. Our thanks to everyone who attended and hope to see you again next time.
We want to congratulate our class winners.
Morning session: Afternoon Session;
NCCC Points
Men’s 1SM: 1st – Jeff Palmer 1st – Jeff Palmer
Men’s 1M: 1st – Lee Clark 1st – Lee Clark
Woman’s 1SH: 1st: Stella Ahn 1st: Stella Ahn
Non-NCCC Points
Men’s Open A: 1st – Pat Kelley, 2nd Sam Johns 1st – Pat Kelley, Sam Johns
Woman’s Open B: 1st – Carissa Teixeiria 1st – Carissa Teixeiria
Men’s Open B1: 1st – Clint Smith, 2nd – Geoff Straw 1st – Geoff Straw, 2nd – Clint Smith
3rd – Mark Hazboun 3rd – Mark Hazboun
Men’s Open B2: 1st – Bruce Morgenthaller, 2nd – Daniel Reyes 1st – Bruce Morgenthaller, 2nd – Daniel Reyes
3rd – Warren White 3rd – Warren White
Men’s Open B3: 1st – Ken Osborne, 2nd – Kyle Lenamon 1st – Ken Osborne, 2nd – Kyle Lenamon
3rd – Doug Seidewitz 3rd – Doug Seidewitz
June 26th was our third autocross. The event went rather smoothly despite having two lunch trucks back out at the last minute. Our thanks to Rayann Osborne for taking orders and picking up pizza!
We want to congratulate our class winners.
Morning session: Afternoon Session;
Men’s 1SM: 1st – Chad Weber 1st – Chad Weber
Men’s 1M: 1st – Lee Clark 1st – Lee Clark
Men’s 3AB: 1st – Chris Fitts 1st – Chris Fitts
Men’s Open A: 1st – Pat Kelley, 2nd Sam Gardali 1st – Pat Kelley, Sam Gardali
3rd – Sam Johns 3rd Peter Song
Woman’s Open B: 1st – Shar Clark 1st – Megan Glaser
Men’s Open B1: 1st – Geoff Straw, 2nd – Clint Smith 1st – Clint Smith, 2nd – David Ochoa
3rd – Mark Hazboun 3rd – Charles Kruger
Men’s Open B2: 1st – Noah Gaither, 2nd – Joshua Reyes 1st – Noah Gaither, 2nd – Javier Limon
3rd – Javier Limon 3rd – Izaiah Paz
Men’s Open B3: 1st – Ken Osborne, 2nd – Klaus Brown 1st – Ken Osborne, 2nd – Kevin Howe
3rd – Gustavo Diaz 3rd – Kevin Reimer
Woman’s 1SM: 1st – Holly Palmer
Woman’s Open B: 1st – Issa Solis, 2nd – Erica Fossum 1st – Issa Solis, 2nd – Rayann Osborne
April 17th was our second autocross for the year. The event was very popular, with a full compliment of entrants. We had some really great spins and drivers getting lost, but the event went smoothly and everyone was able to get eight runs. We received very positive feedback from the attendees. We want to congratulate our class winners.
Morning session: Afternoon Session;
Men’s 1SM: 1st – Chad Weber 1st – Chad Weber
Men’s 1M: 1st – Lee Clark 1st – Lee Clark
Men’s 3AB: 1st – Chris Fitts 1st – Nicholas Fitts
Men’s Open A: 1st -Sam Gardali 1st – Sam Gardali
Woman’s Open A: 1st – Sonia Polk 1st – Sonia Polk
Men’s Open B: 1st – Steven Kraft, 2nd – Ken Osborne 1st – Steven Kraft, 2nd – Ken Osborne
3rd – Doug Siedewitz, 4th – Klaus Brown 3rd – Noah Gaither, 4th – Kevin Howe
5th – Clint Smith 5th – Doug Siedewitz
Woman’s Open B: 1st – Issa Solis, 2nd – Erica Fossum 1st – Issa Solis, 2nd – Rayann Osborne
March 13th saw our first autocross for the year. We ensured that proper Covid protocols were followed. Cold temps and a biting wind was braved by those wanting to get started on the season. We had some really great spins and numerous cone hits due to cold tires and track. As usual, everyone said they had a great time. We want to congratulate our class winners.
Morning session: Afternoon Session;
Men’s 1SM: 1st – Chad Weber 1st – Chad Weber, 2nd – Lee Clark
Men’s 1M: 1st – Edwin Norris 1st – Edwin Norris
Men’s 2AB: 1st – Bernard Jones 1st – Bernard Jones
Men’s 3AB: 1st – Chris Fitts 1st – Chris Fitts
Woman’s 1SM: 1st – Holly Palmer 1st – Holly Palmer
Woman’s 3AB: 1st – Samantha Fitts 1st – Samantha Fitts
Men’s Open A: 1st – Pat Kelley, 2nd – Sam Gardali 1st – Pat Kelley, 2nd – Emil Waked
Men’s Open B: 1st – Doug Seidewitz, 2nd – Ken Osborne 1st – Ken Osborne, 2nd – Doug Seidewitz
3rd – Kyle Lenamon, 4th – Larry Butler 3rd – Noah Gaither, 4th Kyle Lenamon
5th – Charles Kruger, 6th – Kevin Howe 5th – Clint Smith, 6th – Charles Kruger
Woman’s Open B 1st – Brittany Fitts, 2nd – Shar Clark 1st – Brittany Fitts, 2nd – Shar Clark
