Posted Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:10pm

Pastrana Claims Victory as Record Crowds Pack Salem for 100 Acre Wood Rally

The roar of engines has faded from the Mark Twain National Forest, but the excitement lingers after a highly attended 100 Acre Wood Rally concluded this weekend. Subaru Motorsports icon Travis Pastrana took home the proverbial gold, claiming first overall in the national category alongside co-driver Rhianon Gelsomino. The win further cements Pastrana’s lead in the American Rally Association (ARA) championship standings.

Following Pastrana in the national category was the duo of Patrick Gruszka and Florian Barral in second place. Rising star Lia Block, navigating with co-driver Alessandro Gelsomino, put on a strong performance to finish fourth overall. In the regional category, Ryan Rethy and co-driver James Dallman secured a first-place finish, placing 12th overall in the combined standings.