CAL CLUB Autocross & Test n' Tune March 11-12
Ventura County FairgroundsAbout this event
This event has been canceled due to flooding of the lot. We will be refunding entry fees and keep an eye out for our next event.
After being rained out in February, we're taking the show on the road for our second event of our 2023 season! Sign up now for the Cal Club SCCA Autocross Test n' Tune/Championship weekend at Ventura County Fairgrounds and Event Center on March 11-12, 2023. We will have the usual Saturday Test n Tune followed by a Sunday Autocross Event.
Autocross, aka Solo, is a timed competition that challenges drivers to a course marked by cones laid out on an asphalt parking lot or a concrete aircraft runway. Safety is emphasized because cars enter the course one at a time and are spaced out to minimize risks to competitors and event workers. A key emphasis is placed on handling and car control, which breeds some of the most intense competition down to the hundredth or thousandth of a second! Learn more about us at solo2.com.
Cal Club Autocross is sanctioned by the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA). The Sunday Autocross and Saturday Test n Tune are open to all SCCA members. If you’re not an SCCA member, do not worry. During the online registration process, you can buy a weekend membership that goes towards an annual membership should you decide to join later!
Sunday Autocross Event— March 12th
Sunday Event Details
- 6 timed runs are included with your registration, the first 4 count towards class standings.
- You may purchase an extra 4 runs (called X-runs) onsite (subject to availability) with no additional work required!
- Additional non-competition runs may be available to all at no additional charge if time permits.
- While the club provides water and snacks, still a good idea to bring some of your own.
- One work assignment is required
- Novice guided course walk and free instruction available to all drivers
- No overnight camping allowed (you may leave your car and gear on site, however)
- If you bring an EZ-up, you must have 50 pounds of ballast at each corner
Schedule (subject to change, AM/PM format if high turnout).
- 7:00 am—Tech & Registration/tech open, course open for walking
- 7:45 am—Novice course walk
- *Novices and 1st Timers PLEASE READ* All drivers with less than 5 autocross events (with any club) needs to sign an acknowledgment at tech indicating that:
- they have watched this short 5 minute Orientation Video;
- they have done at least ONE course walk; and
- they will attend the Driver's meeting.
- *Novices and 1st Timers PLEASE READ* All drivers with less than 5 autocross events (with any club) needs to sign an acknowledgment at tech indicating that:
- 8:00 am—Course closes for walking
- 8:10 am—Mandatory driver's/Safety meeting
- 8:15 am—Tech & Registration/tech close
- 8:20 am—First group workers check in/cars to grid
- 8:30 am - Run groups begin
Run Order (posted the week of the event)
Fees (fees are fully refundable should you not attend the event)
- Online Pre-Registration
- Adult —$60
- Student—$50
- X-Runs (Extra set of 4 runs with no additional work!) —$40 <- Only available on-site during registration. No online pre-registration for x-runs.
- An SCCA membership is required
- If you're not an SCCA member, you will need a weekend membership for $15 during the checkout process. This membership is good for the entire weekend, both Saturday and Sunday. Your first two weekend membership can also go towards an annual SCCA membership should you decide to join later! Some restrictions do apply. See https://www.scca.com/pages/member-benefits for details.
If you pre-register for the Sunday event only and do not attend, your credit card will not be charged. If you are registered for both Saturday and Sunday and do not attend Sunday, please email our treasurer at treasurer@solo2.com for a Sunday refund.
How and What to Register For
You may register online for a discounted fee, or you may register on-site at the event for a higher fee. You can register in a class based upon your car and modifications, or you can register to run Time Only (if you register TO, you will not be able to choose when you run/work). A work assignment is required.
If you purchase X-runs, your normal runs (in class or Time Only) must be purchased and completed prior to taking X-runs. X-Runs may be taken in the same group as your normal runs, but the group you take your x-runs in is based on first come-first serve during check-in at the event. Also note if you have X-runs in the same group as your regular runs, you must line up in the 2-driver lines in grid.
Free Fun Runs may be available in the afternoon after class competition is completed (provided we have a minimum number of drivers).
Saturday Test n Tune— March 11th
The purpose of Saturday is for drivers to test and tune setup changes. There is timing on Saturdays, but the times are not audited or posted online like they would be for Sundays. We encourage those looking for practice and seat time to come out both Saturday and Sunday!
Saturday space is capped to ensure a lot of runs, so be sure to register early for your best chance at acceptance. Registering for the event late DOES NOT GUARANTEE YOUR ENTRY. However, once you are on the confirmed entry list, your entry is then guaranteed. To avoid confusion once the practice sells out, we have added a new 'Waitlist Saturday' registration option. If the Test n Tune is sold out by the time you register, the only registration open will be for the waitlist. Annual Number holders receive early registration email for Saturday.
The Details
- People usually get 12+ runs
- Work assignment is required
- Novice guided course walk and free instruction available to all drivers
- Bring water and snacks
- No overnight camping allowed (you may leave your car and gear on site, however)
- If you bring an EZ-up, you must have 50 pounds of ballast at each corner
Schedule (subject to change)
- 7:00 am—Tech/registration opens; course opens for walking
- 8:00 am—Course closes for walking
- 8:00 am—Mandatory driver's/safety meeting
- 8:15 am—First group workers check-in; tech/registration closes
- 8:30 am—Run groups begin
Fees (Unlike Sunday, cancellation deadline is 11:59:59pm the Wednesday before the event)
- Single entry—$120
- Split Entry—$135 (two drivers sharing the same car, one set of ~12 runs, and one normal work assignment)
- An SCCA membership is required
- If you're not an SCCA member, you will need a weekend membership for $15 during the checkout process. This membership is good for the entire weekend, both Saturday and Sunday. Your first two weekend membership can also go towards an annual SCCA membership should you decide to join later! Some restrictions do apply. See https://www.scca.com/pages/member-benefits for details.
Note: Once on the entry list, your credit card will be charged unless your cancellation is received by Wednesday midnight, prior to the event. There will be no refunds or credits after that time.
Weekend Details
When you arrive
- Sign the event waiver at our entrance gate
- Register and Tech your car
- Walk course (there will be no parade laps, this is your only chance to see the course before you run)
Driving Directions
Ventura County Fairgrounds and Event Center (Google Maps)
Event Chiefs
Event Master - Randy Gonzalez
Registration - Laura Corodimas
Timing and Scoring - Rick Brown
Course Designer - Tom Berry
Workers - Neelu Yeoh
Tech - Yon Vissel
Gate - Elvin Hom
Novice Coordinator -
Safety Steward - Bijan Yeoh
Event requirements
CalClub T-Shirts
Available at events, may be pre-ordered during online checkout.
Requirements for Saturday and Sunday
- All entrants MUST BE SCCA members. Non-members can purchase a weekend membership for $15 during the online checkout process. Those purchasing a weekend membership will receive a credit of $15 towards the purchase of a yearly SCCA membership (subject to certain time limitations). See https://www.scca.com/pages/member-benefits for details.
- NOTE: If you have a valid SCCA membership but the system indicates it is not valid, be sure your name in this system is exactly as it is on your SCCA card.
- Persons aged 12 and older are allowed as passengers (passengers under 18 must have a minor waiver signed by both parents, see Special Rules below). Passengers must obtain a free passenger wristband available at registration.
Safety
- Held under the SCCA Solo Rules and the Cal Club Autocross Supplemental Regulations
- Helmets must conform to Snell 2010 or newer.
- No alcohol or other intoxicants may be used by anyone on the event site
- Speed limits - Pits 5 MPH; Access road 25 MPH
- Cars have the right of way
Special Rules
- Competitors and passengers under 18 years old MUST have a waiver signed by BOTH parents; waiver forms are available online here:
- SCCA Official Witness Signature Required Version (an SCCA Official can act as witness to BOTH parents signatures...can be completed with both parents present at gate)
- CA Notary Required (A CA Notary's signature is required and both parents are not required to attend the event)
- Note: If the minor is a spectator and not participating in the event, only 1 parent's signature is required.
- Closed exhaust - 100db @ 50' noise standard
- Event officials reserve the right to make changes as needed without further notice
Special Requirements for Sunday
Car Numbers and Class Letters Required for Championship Sunday
Click here for the complete SCCA National Rules >
Autocross Sunday Vehicle Number
Everyone is welcomed to sign up and run on Sundays! In order to score points towards a year end class Trophy, you must have a current 2023 Annual Number that includes your own permanent car number. To check if a particular car number is available for purchase, check out our Annual Number Listings here. Points cards are available for purchase online here. Cost is $20 for each calendar year. Cards purchased the last three months of any calendar year will also be valid the following calendar year.
If you do not have a Annual Number, you can absolutely still run on Sunday but you must register with any open 6xx number on a first come first served basis. If you have already have magnets or vinyl numbers for your vehicle and you'd like to reuse them at our event rather than using blue tape, you can convert your existing number by placing a one "1" and the appropriate number of zeros in front of your existing number to create a four digit 1xxx number. This request can be accommodated at registration check in only. (For example: If you have magnets for number number 98, you may ask to register for number 1098).
Classing your Car
Classes are based off your car and its modifications. Click here to view the SCCA rule book to determine what class your car should be in. If you don’t know how to class your call, click here and create a new post on our forum thread. Alternatively, we can help you re-class your car on the day of registration if you are unsure.
If you are a new comer with 3 or less events in each of the last 3 years, you qualify to enter into our Novice class to compete with others with similar skill levels.