Sandblast Rally Returns to SC

Sandblast Rally scheduled for Feb. 7, 2009, in Cheraw, Chesterfield and Patrick.

Sandblast Rally, sanctioned by NASA Rally Sport, is a rally racing event that takes place on closed roads throughout the Sand Hills State Forest. High horsepower all-wheel drive vehicles blast through the woods at speeds over 120 miles per hour. The two-wheel drive cars fight a very competitive battle, with driver skill coming to the forefront as they tackle the sandy roads.

Motorcycles also compete at Sandblast Rally. Like the rally cars, these motorcycles are fully street legal, registered, and insured. The bikes will be fighting for the second full-season championship and exhilarating competition is guaranteed.

Spectators for the race can designated locations throughout the forest. Information on spectator guides is available on sandblastrally.com. The event is also looking for volunteers to help marshal the race. "The marshals get a great deal", says event chairman Anders Green. "Volunteers are positioned right on the course. They'll see more of the race than I will! We try to take care of them as best we can with free event t-shirts, lunch, and an invitation to the awards banquet." Training will be available in advance for new volunteers. People who want to volunteer should register as a volunteer online or contact event director Amy Feistel at 919.434.3267, amy@nasarallysport.com.