Spokes is an active autocross club, founded in 1951. It's made up of a bunch of car-enthusiasts that like to show off their capabilities as drivers as well as their cars.

We hold events from January to November consisting of 10-12 events. Almost all of our events are on Sundays except for special occasions.

We party together several times a year and many of us hit the road to compete in out of town events. We head out several times a year to places like Riverside Annex (College Station), and Texas Motor Speedway, Topeka for Nationals, and as well as others. We're known throughout the country and always do our share at bringing home some hard earned trophies.

We adhere to the rules and classes set by the SCCA with a few extra ones thrown in to suit our local needs. We have extended the classes to include several paxed classes that provide for entertaining competition. Our Classes .

We have drivers from those that are very serious about the sport, those who just run for the pleasure of it, and those who just like to hang out with 'car-guys and gals'. Most any car will do...it's fun no matter what. We have an easy going attitude and we never let competition stand in the way of FUN.

Spokes has a very aggressive Novice program, please refer to the Novice Coordinator. They organize and help put together instructional sessions for novices at our events. If you don't know something, just ask them or anybody on the Board. Please come up and asking questions if you have any. It's the only way to learn how this sports is done.

For addition information on autocrossing, classing etc, browse through this web site. In addition: here are some helpful sites to check out!

For addition information on autocrossing, classing etc, browse through this web site. In addition: here are some helpful sites to check out!

• Novice Handbook - http://www.miata.net/sport/autox.html
• SCCA Solo II - http://www.scca.org/Solo/Solo2.asp

Some quick guidelines:

• Show up to events with plenty of time before the first car out. Registration is from 7:30-9:00. Please don't show up at 8:55, unless it's unavoidable
• Listen to folks at the drivers meeting
• Always check to make certain your class is properly display on your car. If you don't know which class you are in, ask
• Always check the registration listing following the drivers meeting. This can catch any classing or name errors
• Be careful, and always pay attention to cars on course. Do not turn your back to them...ya never know!
• If you don't know something , ask

See the check list below for more information about what to do on event day!

Stock - your everyday, off the showroom floor vehicle. Some additional modifications permitted are:

• R (autocross) compound DOT tires
• Any type of shock
• Any exhaust from the catalytic converter back
• Any FRONT sway bar

Tire - restricts the use of R (autocross) compound DOT tires.

Street Touring - street rods with bolt on performance parts only. These are cars with after market components that are strictly bolt on only, no internal modifications to engines, trannys or differentials. Items that can be changed include:

• Any type of shock
• Springs (including lowering)
• Any bolt on engine components (non-internal in other words), including headers, carbs, bigger injectors etc.
• Wheels maximum width: 7.5"
• Tires maximum width: 225

Street Prepared - street rods with bolt on performance parts only. These are cars with after market components that are strictly bolt on only, no internal modifications to engines, trannys or differentials. Items that can be changed include:

• R (autocross) compound DOT tires
• Any type of shock
• Springs (including lowering)
• Any bolt on engine components (non-internal in other words), including headers, carbs, bigger injectors etc.
• Wheels are more open (I forget the details but I'll have them here)

Prepared - the next modification stage with internal engine modes, more radical suspensions, stripped interiors etc. Modifications include:

• Slicks are permitted
• Weight minimums are set based on engine displacement
• Wheel size is dependent on engine and class (so do check)
• More involved suspensions (coil springs), shocks and spring are
• Brakes are open (??? I believe)
• Chassis stiffening permitted (welded or bolt on)
• Engines are mostly open (internal modifications permitted) but larger displacements may require weight penalties
• Roll cages will be required (as of 96 - hoops at least)
• Tranny's and rear ends are open
• Interiors can be fully stripped
• Glass can be replaced with Lexan
• Light weight body panels are accepted
• Some sub-frame components can be removed (hood, doors etc.)
• Fuel cell required

Modified - the highest level - usually devoted to purpose built autocross cars, like Formula Fords or production based cars with engine transplants.

If you�re new to autocrossing or just have some questions regarding what to do to prepare for an event, then read on! First of all, please be aware that autocrossing will very likely take ALL DAY! In order to participate, you need to be willing to devote nearly all of the daylight hours to it. Below is a checklist of helpful items to follow...

• Pre-register online at http://www.spokes.org ahead of time (if possible)
• Arrive to the site with plenty of air in your tires (typically max. recommended pressure because it�s easier to release air than to put it in, especially if you don�t have a compressor or air tank). Once you get to the site, ask experienced autocrossers what pressures they�d recommend for your car
• Secure a pit spot, taking only as much space as you need
• Drive your car to Tech to get it inspected, unless you already have a yearly Tech sticker. You need to get your car inspected before proceeding to registration
• Proceed to registration (typically near the van) to register and get your work assignment from the Worker Chief
• Walk the course. Follow or walk with more experienced drivers, if you need assistance. Everyone is willing to help!
• Novices are welcomed to join in the Novice Walk-Through with our Novice Chief just prior to the Drivers Meeting
• Attend the Drivers Meeting which is scheduled to start at 9:00
• Pay attention to the heats that are running and preparing to run so that you report on time (or early!)
• Our schedules can be inconsistent due to different numbers of drivers in each heat. When you venture off for lunch, please hurry back so that you do not miss your runs or your work assignment. The best plan is to bring your lunch and drinks with you from home
• If the event finishes early enough and there are enough people still on site, we will present trophies at the site. Otherwise, they will be presented at the meeting on the Tuesday following each event

Board Positions are very important seats and actually provide the greatest amount of input that affect the entire club. They also provide the most amount of work to make the club run smoothly. Participation is the key to any successful organization to succeed, Spokes being no exception! On many occasions the Board members have gone above and beyond the course of duty to get a job done and that is something to be quite proud of. It is vital for the clubs benefit to obtain full support and backing from the membership. Volunteers and a willingness to do a fair share provides the basis for a successful and smooth running club.

Year 2008 - Board of Directors