About this event
Join us at Grissom Aeroplex, one of the best known autocross sites in the Midwest.
Come out and join South Bend Region as we host a two-event weekend. Both of these events will count toward the South Bend Region series. It will be scored as two one-day events, with trophies awarded each day. They will also count as two separate events for SBR annual points. Trophies will be awarded for all SCCA classes. (2024 PAX/RTP factors will be used for the SBR Tire Rack and Novice Annual Championships.)
Both days of this event will also count for points in the Great Lakes Division SOLO Series Championship. More info can be found here: Great Lakes SCCA SOLO Great Lakes Solo Series stickers will be included in your entry fees.
PLEASE READ ALL EVENT DETAILS PRIOR TO REGISTERING.
PLEASE READ MINOR WAIVER STATEMENT IF YOU WILL BE BRINGING A MINOR TO THE EVENT.
You may enter for the entire two-day weekend, or just Saturday or Sunday.
If you're not an SCCA member, you must purchase a weekend membership with your registration. (Registration fees for non-members include the weekend membership).
EVENT PRICING
PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY
Saturday Sunday 2-Day Discount!
Member $50 $50 $80
Non-Member $60 $60 $90
NO WALK-UP REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
TENTATIVE Schedule (Eastern Time)
Saturday and Sunday
7:00 AM Gate open.
7:30 AM to 9:30 AM Course open for walking
7:30-8:30 AM Registration
7:30-9:00 AM Tech Inspection
9:00 AM Novice Walk
9:30 AM Driver’s Meeting
10:00 AM First heat begins
5:00 PM Site closes
If participant enrollments warrant 3 run groups or more, there will not be a designated lunch break. If only 2 run-groups exist, a 45 minute lunch break will be announced. At the end of the break ,workers are to check in with the worker Chief and immediately go to their designated work assignment. Drivers are expected to be in grid,ready to drive.
It is strongly recommended that all participants bring a lunch,as the lunch break will be short and food options nearby, are almost non-existent. The quicker you are on course or ready to drive, equates to more runs.
IMPORTANT: The entry/exit gate will be locked while cars are running. A radio will be at the gate to call for emergency exit or entry.
Event requirements
You'll need a safe car, seat belts, an approved helmet (Snell 2010 or newer). There will be loaner helmets available on site, but we can not guarantee that we will have enough for everyone.
Earn points for the following South Bend Region Series Championships
- All SCCA car classes for the 2025 Solo II Regional Class Championships
- Novice Class Championship (scored on the 2025 PAX/RTP Index.)
- Tire Rack Championships and class awards are available to all SBR members who run three or more events in the 2025 series.
Basic Event Guidelines and Safety
- A valid driver's license is required in order to participate, please bring your driver's license with you to registration. Temporary permits are allowed if parent/guardian remains present while driving.
- All vehicles must pass safety inspection on the following points prior to running: working seat belts, throttle return action, secure battery, driver's floor mat removed, no oil or antifreeze leaks, adequate brake pedal and fluid, adequate tire condition, tie-rods, and wheel bearings.
- Please have numbers/letters on vehicle before bringing car to the tech inspection. Bring helmet to tech as well.
- All loose items, including any loose interior items, snap-on hubcaps, detachable fender skirts, speaker boxes, center caps, and trim rings must be removed.
- Closed-toe shoes are required (no sandals or flip-flops) while driving.
- Helmets are required (Section 4.3.1 of the Rules)
- All adults present on the event site (whether they are participating or not) will need to sign the waiver when they arrive on site.
- 2025 SCCA Solo Rulebook Other local rule changes will be posted in the Supplemental Regulations.
- MINOR WAVERS are available on the SCCA website. Instructions can be found HERE. This national waiver is valid for any SCCA event. A MINOR WAIVER from the SCCA National Office, is required for any minor(12-18) in a hot area, such as the grid or course or riding as a passenger. Be prepared to show a copy of the waiver at registration.
- No one under the age of 12 is allowed to be in a hot area at any time.
- Anyone in a hot area (grid, course), must have, at minimum, a trial membership. A one-time trial membership will be available gratis.
- All passengers must be 12 years of age or older.
- No indoor facilities or shelters are available. A porta-potty is available.
- Numbers and class letters must meet SCCA regulations. No numbers/letters on windows, only on body side panels. Contrasting tape is allowed. All number and class letters must be visible to corner workers.
- If you race, you MUST work. Work assignments will be assigned at the MANDATORY driver's meeting. Not working your assignment will result in forfeiture of all runs and may result in exclusion from future SCCA SBR events.
- We race, rain or shine. Be prepared for all weather conditions. In the event of dangerous weather conditions, the event will be postponed or cancelled. Refunds are at the discretion of the SOLO chair.
- Tire warmups and dangerous driving onsite or near the site are prohibited. Respect the site and nearby areas.
- Registration closes at 9:00 am sharp. If you are not in line, you cannot check-in or register.
- Verbal or physical threats will not be tolerated and you will be asked to immediately leave the site. Threats will be reported to the national office. Treat others with respect and report threats or dangerous activity to the SOLO chair or Safety Stewards.
- Alcohol and non-prescribed drugs are not allowed onsite.
Additional contact information:
South Bend Region Website
SOLO Event Chairs Kim Bollinger / Steve Pierschalla
The Grissom Aeroplex is about 15 miles north of Kokomo, IN and just south of Peru, IN on US 31. Use the entrance to the Grissom Aeroplex at the foot of the big water tower about 1 mile south of the Air Museum (at about the US31 174.5 mile marker.) Take the first right after entering and turn left before the big building. Stop at the gate to the site.
Note: Overnight camping is not permitted on site, however self-contained RVs can park in the Air Museum lot for a small fee/donation.
Map to event site: Grissom Aeroplex
