2019 Pit Talk Yearbook Has Arrived
The second version of the Pit Talk Yearbook was delivered to member mailboxes last week. As we brace for the uncertainty of the 2020 season due to the Covid-19 pandemic, we can at least enjoy all the great memories from last year while staying safely in our homes for the time being.
Preserving History
Donna Stevens Tackles 70 Years of NER Records
Since 2017, Donna Stevens has been cataloging and archiving over 70 years of New England Region history.
A Kid in Karting
Written by: Kimsoo Gopnik
2019 NER Solo JA Karting champion Kimsoo Gopnik shares her experiences starting as a 5yo kid on the karting courses and her growth through the series.
$15,000 Raised for RAL
NER Rally, Solo and Club Racing Meet at NHMS
NER raised over $15,000 for the UMass Memorial Children’s Hospital during the August 3-4 Racing Against Leukemia weekend.
From TNiA… to Road Racing
Two NER drivers started in TNiA, then earned their novice permits in 2019 to start club racing.
2019 NER Season Champions
Full run down of all the trophy and championship winners for the 2019 season.
2019 National Championships
From the Runoffs, to Solo Nationals, to the Dirtfish RallyX Championships, NER drivers represented across all SCCA National Championship events this year.
From the Regional Exec
Rich Currey recaps all the highlights for the region from 2019.
An annual tradition in the making – 2019 Great American Mountain Rally
Greg Davis shares all the history and highlights from the Great American Mountain Rally Revival in October 2019.
Pit Talk Photography Credits
Many of the images in this issue of Pit Talk are courtesy of the volunteers and professional photographers that donate their work for our use and enjoyment. We want to thank all of these amazing photographers and ask that the region continue to support their services when looking for photo images.
The Cover Photo is courtesy of AutoXPix, showcasing all the NER Solo Nationals competitors and 3 National Champions.
Please also thank DaggerSLADE Media, Aaron Andino Photography, James Ray, Chang Ho Kim, Vaughn Micciche, Nigel Fenwick, Alex Jackson and PuckStopper Photography.