From The Editor's Desk

Hey everyone,

Heads up, we've got a change to this month's date for the meeting, be sure to see the section below for all the details! Otherwise, if you're reading this, be aware that you can contribute to the Squeal! If you've got a piece that you'd like to see in an issue of the Squeal, send it over to squeal@scca-susq.com, we'd love to hear from you! Also, if you haven't seen Ford v. Ferrari yet, go check it out! The movie is an exciting depiction of the real-life battle between two automotive giants, and features some of the biggest names in racing history.

Jake Limm
Editor, The Squeal

Have YOU Voted Yet?

This month's meeting will include the election of the 2020 Regional Officers and Board of Directors. Voting will remain open online, via the button below, until Wednesday, November 20th. All Susquehanna SCCA Members are entitled to a vote, either online or in person at the November meeting, held on the 21st. Find more meeting details later in this newsletter.

The following board and officer positions are uncontested for 2019 and, therefore, will not appear as choices in this election survey.

• Regional Executive: Melissa Mauro

• Treasurer: Alan Lesher

Assistant Regional Executive, Secretary  and one Director (3 year) position are contested board positions this year, with two candidates nominated for each:

Assistant Regional Executive: Bryan Roper and Nick Landis

Secretary: Andy Bierach and Jared McGahen (incumbent) 

Director: Chris Brown and Mike Chilcote

Squeal Member Spotlight

By Jared McGahen

The member spotlight for November features Todd Boyer and his 2015 Mini Cooper S.  This is Todd's first year autocrossing his daily driver Mini, and he certainly threw himself in with the wolves.  Competing in the tough DS class against the mighty Focus RS and Civic Type R, Todd was always bringing a knife a gun fight.  Not wanting to move into street touring, Todd stuck with the tried and true RE-71R's for tires and EBC yellow brake pads.  Despite being out-gunned, Todd still managed to pull off an impressive third place in DS for the year.  What are Todd's plans for improvement for 2020? Koni shocks and remembering the course better.

Congratulations Todd!

Barn Quilt Road Rally Review

AKA Driving the Back Roads of Fulton County

By Lisa Leathery

It's fair to say the SCCA Susquehanna Region members are accustomed to events where going fast, wearing out tires, stirring up dust and heating brakes is all part of the competition.  Well, for the 2nd year, we added a Road Rally that did not require any of the above.  Well maybe stirring up some dust on a dirt road if your navigator headed you down a wrong path!  

This Road Rally took place in the beautiful mountains of Fulton County, partnered with The Frontier Barn Quilt Trail. Speed was not a goal in this social road rally, instead attention to detail and following directions from the navigator are the main requirements in order to find your way through the mountains located around the little town of McConnellsburg.  A major factor to enjoying the late morning to mid afternoon drive was soaking in the beautiful natural fall colors and magnificent barn quilts painted by local artists. Organizers were fortunate when they selected October 26 for this year’s road rally.  The leaves were in full peak, the day started with sunshine, followed by clouds but the rain held off until all returned to the finish point. Making an enjoyable 48.5-mile drive taking three/four-hours. One of the scheduled stops on the rally was Ye Olde Mill Campground located beside the historic Burnt Cabins Grist Mill.  A very scenic site where participants could take a break and grab a bite to eat before heading back on the trail. Remember, this social rally did not score points for being fast. The rally is designed for participants to enjoy the fun conversations between driver, navigator, and passengers. Perfect for including the entire family, which is exactly what Andy and Heather Bierach did, joined by their children Clara and Parker.

November Regional Meeting
*Note the Date Change*

Thursday, November 21st • 7:00 p.m.

Our next meeting will be held on the second floor at Appalachian Brewing Company, 50 N. Cameron Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101. All members are encouraged to attend. Come an hour early for dinner (and a drink) with other members.

We hope to see you there!

News from SCCA

2019 Rules