Register for the Heartland Showdown

Coming up, June 10-12, at Heartland Park in Topeka, Kansas is the Tire Rack Heartland Showdown, and you should be there!

Why? We're glad you asked!

What is Match Tour?

The events run like a traditional Champ Tour on steroids the first day; three runs in the morning and two or three additional runs in the afternoon. The best time from each set of runs totaled together determine class rankings. It's simple, and gives people a lot of runs on the first day! For day two, everyone gets three more runs as qualifying for the Challenge. That brings the guaranteed total for the weekend to eight or nine, before we move onto the "Match" portion of the event.

The top finishers (on index) from each Heat during Sunday's runs determine the qualifiers for the Sunday afternoon challenges – the Top Dog Challenge for the quickest, and the Under Dog Challenge for the second wave. Didn't qualify? Don’t worry. A Bonus Challenge is offered by random drawing.

All of these runs are taken on the same course as class competition, so there are plenty of chances to learn the course. Those runs, potentially reaching double digits, offers a lower cost per run than other National Solo events.

Is it fun?

Duh. To go along with the lower entry fee, more runs and, an easy to understand format, we also try and bring a less "serious business" feel to the events. We have streamlined operations, have a music playlist that covers all types of music, and have an awards party Saturday night with food for everyone. It’s a great introduction to those who are new to National Tour events, while providing something for our competitive National drivers.

No matter your skill level, there's a reason for you to come to a Match Tour event.

Can I win contingency?

You better believe you can. A lucky 13 of our SCCA contingency partners support this program, based on class finishes. More info is here.

Where Can I Register?

That's the ticket! Don’t miss out. Click here to sign up!