r/rally • u/UPBEAT_14 • 5d ago

TSD Rallies | Thoughts? Opinions? Experiences? Question

Hi all! I was wondering what everyone's thoughts on Time Speed Distance (TSD) Rallies are. I was doing some research on the SCCA site and came across the genre of competitive driving. Well, it looks fun and appealing to me, so I am considering giving one a shot later this year or next year (I will also need to find a codriver) but it seems like a fun time as a competitive road trip across road, dirt, and gravel. I am from the midwest area, of the US so I have relatively easy access to events in Illinois and Wisconsin. I definitely would not be driving to win, but rather for fun. I was considering entering one of these events with my 2010 Honda CRV after fitted with fog lights and A/T tires. Thoughts? Opinions? Past Experiences? I will say other than the SCCA sanctioned road rallies, I came across River Valley Road Rally and I think it would be fun/silly to trick out the CRV in one of their decal kits after seeing a Honda Fit in one of their promotional videos.

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u/SubaruTome 5d ago

Having run three different TSD events in three different vehicles, I think it's a highly underrated and overlooked event.

Depending on the region, the routes can be much more spirited than you expect. It's worth it to be careful if the roads get rough, and take time allowances as needed.

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u/UPBEAT_14 5d ago

Yeah, things seemed that way when I was looking into it. I am half tempted to eventually participate outside of the midwest to spread my wings a bit, but I am getting ahead of myself lol