About this event
Our autocross events are an opportunity to learn and test your autocross skills. We offer a friendly, competitve environment with experienced instructors.
Enrollment is limited to 80 drivers.
Please check RenegadeMiata.net or our Facebook page for news and attendance info.
All events are held at Moore Airfield in Ayer, Massachusetts (entrance at 90 Fitchburg Rd., Ayer, MA).
The sound restrictions for the 2026 autocross season are the same as 2025.
Cars may only be 8 dB over ambient at the property edge and may only be 87 dB at 75' under full throttle.
If you fail then you cannot run that car again that day. You would be welcome to try to arrange a co-drive of a different car to finish out your runs that day. Many of our club members are amenable to co-drivers.
We are told that there will be no second chances for a car that breaks sound, so please be sure you do what is necessary to quiet your car before coming to an event.
Additional Information you need to know:
Licenses - All drivers are required to have a Valid US Driver's license with them. These will be verified at each event at check in.
No pets – Pets are prohibited on site per Deven's requirements
Drug and Alcohol use is prohibited
Trash - Each participant is responsible for their own trash disposal. We do have a dumpster on site, if you see any trash blowing around PLEASE grab and dispose of it.
Off Pavement/off course Excursions - If you go off the paved areas due to a spin or loss of control, you will need to "fix" the grass to level the ground with the supplied rake before the end of the day.
Off Limits Areas - We will delineate “Off Limits“ areas, typically with green cones, please do not stand or walk through these areas. Do not go within 50' of any buildings, Army Facilities or State Police vehicles.
Tents - We are allowed to have tents on site during our events, but they must be removed at the end of day. Also, max tent size is 10x12' tents. Larger tents require special permitting.
Event requirements
Schedule:
This is an all-day event with two running sessions and two working sessions. Please do NOT sign up if you cannot stay the full day.
Approximate Autocross Schedule:7:00 - 8:00 AM Gate Opens and arrival. Please be on time to ensure you have time to have your car pass tech inspection and attend the driver's meeting.
7:30 - 8:45 AM Sign in and Tech Inspection. Tech inspectors will verify your waiver status and check your driver's license as well as inspect your car.
8:45 AM Driver's Meeting
The course will be open for walking and chalking as soon as the course design and driver's meeting are complete
9:00- 9:30 AM Course Walk - Everyone will walk the course and mark the cone locations with chalk or crayon depending on the absence/presence of tire lubricant falling from the sky.
9:45 AM Runs Begin
This is an all-day event. You are required to work in both the morning and the afternoon. If you miss your work assignment, you will be disqualified from the event. While working on the course, there is no sitting, taking pictures or chatting in groups. If we see you do that, you will only get ONE reminder for the day and it will be a very stern one. Safety is a priority! We reserve the right to discharge anyone from the event who creates unsafe conditions.
- Drones or anything resembling a drone are NOT permitted at Moore Army Airfield including any Renegade Miata Club autocross event.
- VERY IMPORTANT: Do NOT speed around town. The local police forces are everywhere in the area. If you get caught doing stupid things around town, you will be asked to leave the event. Speed limit at the site is 5 MPH, except when you are running of course.
Autocrosses typically end around 5:00 PM
Liability Waiver
ALL ATTENDEES, INCLUDING NON-DRIVER SPECTATORS MUST SIGN A LIABILITY WAIVER TO BE ALLOWED ONSITE. Please visit Please visit the Speed waiver for the whole 2026 season or the SpeedWaiver page for this event to sign the waiver electronically.
Instructors and loaner helmets WILL be available once again.
Driver’s license and proof of Speedwaiver must be shown when you check-in.
Prepare your car for inspection, and stay with it while you wait in the lineup.
Tune in to 89.5 on your radio during the day for announcements.
Bring plenty of fluids for your own use as we cannot provide.
It is highly suggested that you bring your lunch. If you must get it, call your order in to save time.
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Gates open at 7:00 am. We recommend that you arrive as close to 7:00 as possible, but certainly no later than 8:00 as this helps us plan the event. Arriving on time ensures you will have plenty of time to clean out your car cabin and trunk (remove all loose items, car matts, etc), set tire pressures, put on car numbers and walk the course and helps our volunteers (tech inspection, sign-in, etc.) get ready for the event themselves. All drivers must be 18+ and present a valid U.S. driver’s license at registration. All events are rain or shine. Refunds are available if you request one by noon of the day before the event. You must wear closed toed shoes and a helmet when you drive. Helmets should be rated Snell 2010 or newer. As noted above, LOANER HELMETS WILL BE AVAILABLE ONCE AGAIN.
Other rules may apply. If you have any questions, please contact Autocross Chair Ernie Grasso.
SCCA rules, classing & helmet requirements There have been no helmet rules changes from 2025 to 2026. Appendix A has car classes. The 'Quick reference' sheet section lists modifications that determine category of car classes.
Vehicle Eligibility: No Jeeps, pickups, trucks, SUVs or Shifter karts.
Vehicle tech-Inspection requirements
The sound restrictions for the 2026 autocross season are the same as 2025.
Cars may only be 8 dB over ambient at the property edge and may only be 87 dB at 75' under full throttle.
If you fail then you cannot run that car again that day. You would be welcome to try to arrange a co-drive of a different car to finish out your runs that day. Many of our club members are amenable to co-drivers.
We are told that there will be no second chances for a car that breaks sound so please be sure you do what is necessary to quiet your car before coming to an event.
NOTE: All autocross events are volunteer events where the participants need to help set up, break down and clean up after an event. Please lend a hand to help make these events successful and fun for all!!
