PAX Attack - Autocross Stories
PAX Attack - Autocross Stories
PAX Attack
The PAX Attack podcast is focused on the stories, competition and culture, of Autocross. Hosted by Tim and Mark.
Say Cheeese!
What makes a great autocross photo? To find out tune in for a conversation about our recent autocross photo contest. We are joined by photographers Perry Bennett from Autoxpix.com and Tane Hopu from TurtlesharkShooter Photography to talk process, gear and also about what they think makes for a winning autocross image. Also covered are the winning photos submitted by Perry Aidelbaum from autox4u.com, Ash Gravely with Spectro Racing and Ric Quinonez with the Fresno SCCA.To see the winning photos click here.Special thanks to  the photo contest sponsors:Autocrossdigits.com, Grassroots Motorsports Magazine, Moto Loot and The High Performance Academy.Original music from Tim Fremd, Steve Oxen & David Renda.Check Out Our Sponsors:SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. Generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver. Visit Petrel Data Systems.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. Cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Check out the High Performance Academy! The more you know, the faster you go. Squeeze every drop of performance out of your car with internationally recognized online courses. Support the show and use promo code PAXATTACK to get $50 off your order!Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, send us an email.
Mar 11, 2022
50 min
Level Up!
The prospect of changing classes has probably fueled as much post-race pint-facing bar banter as any other topic in the wacky world of autocross. In this episode, let's blow the dust off the cartridge and boot to the save point, so we can LEVEL UP!In this episode we talk with Tim Matijow and John Hinton, two autocrossers from North Carolina. They share the story of transforming a junkyard MR2 into an X-Prepared (XP) cone killer running 335 Hoosiers. We also chat about what its like to transform a Mazdaspeed3 from G Street to STH. Mark hints at the possibility of taking his NA Miata into the dangerous waters of STR.Follow Tim Matijow on FacebookFollow John Hinton on FacebookCheck out the XP MR2 on YouTubeCheck Out Our Sponsors:SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. Generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver. Visit Petrel Data Systems.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. Cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Check out the High Performance Academy! The more you know, the faster you go. Squeeze every drop of performance out of your car with internationally recognized online courses. Support the show and use promo code PAXATTACK to get $50 off your order!Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, send us an email.
Feb 15, 2022
27 min
Bonus Show! - Lee and the Zamboni
Join us for an extended take of our conversation with Lee Graser the original owner and builder of the Zamboni.Lee joined us to share a little of his story in episode 19, Zoomboni so be sure to listen to the that episode first before diving into this bonus show. During this episode Lee talks about autocrossing back in the late 60's and 70's, several other Grassroots Motorsports Challenge cars. He also shares a lot more details about what it was like to turn a 1959 ice re-surfacer into an instant autocross cult classic.Check out this great article from GRM on the Zamboni at the 2007 Challenge.Original music from Tim Fremd and David Renda.Check Out Our Sponsors:SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. Generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver. Visit Petrel Data Systems.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. Cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Check out the High Performance Academy! The more you know, the faster you go. Squeeze every drop of performance out of your car with internationally recognized online courses. Support the show and use promo code PAXATTACK to get $50 off your order!Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, send us an email.
Jan 31, 2022
43 min
Zoomboni
Join us for a fascinating behind the scenes look at the Zoomboni, a 1959 ice re-surfacer (Zamboni) turned into a wicked fast cone crushing autocross monster. When the Zamboni appeared at the Grassroots Motorsports Challenge in 2007 it was the first time that anyone had attempted to enter the challenge with a modified Zamboni. Buckle up for another unique episode of PAX Attack as we weave together past, present and future of a truly unique autocross car.This episode features an interview with the current owner Jeremy Porter and the original owner and builder Lee Graser. Special guest Tane Hopu joins us to help tell the tale of the Zoomboni. Check out this great article from GRM on the Zamboni at the 2007 Challenge.Learn more about Tane and Turtleshark Shooter on Instagram and Facebook.Original music from Tim Fremd, David Renda and of course “Animal”.Check Out Our Sponsors:SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. You can generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver. To learn more about SoloStorm visit Petrel Data Systems.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Check out the High Performance Academy! The more you know, the faster you go. Learn how to squeeze every drop of performance out of your car with internationally recognized online courses. Support the show and use promo code PAXATTACK to get $50 off your order!Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, send us an email.
Jan 15, 2022
46 min
2021 Wrapped!
The end of 2021 is near and we wanted to take a moment to look back at the year and share some of our favorite clips from past episodes and our thoughts on why we chose to do each of those shows.Join us for the next season starting in January 2022. Cheers!Check Out Our Sponsors:SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. You can generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver. To learn more about SoloStorm visit Petrel Data Systems.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Check out the High Performance Academy! The more you know, the faster you go. Learn how to squeeze every drop of performance out of your car with internationally recognized online courses. Support the show and use promo code PAXATTACK to get $50 off your order!Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know.
Dec 16, 2021
28 min
Back To School
Mark heads back to school for a little in car autocross therapy. Join us for a conversation about the day spent with Apex Performance Driving School.During the show we chat with co-founders Mike King and Darrin DiSimo about how Apex got started and why they are so passionate about helping their students find a little more time out on course. This episode is packed to the brim with helpful tips! It is also a great resource for anyone interested in learning more about what its like to spend the day at an autocross school. Check out our social media for videos and photos from the day.To learn more about Apex Performance Driving School visit APEXPDS.Apex Performance Driving School was born out of a desire for helping others enjoy their own cars at their fullest extent.Check Out Our Sponsors:To learn more about SoloStorm visit Petrel Data Systems.SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. You can generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at our web site paxattack.com.
Oct 19, 2021
34 min
SoloStorm
Join us for a conversation with Mike Marich, the owner of Petrel Data Systems and the developer of SoloStorm, one of the most popular autocross software products on the market. During the show Mike will share the story of how SoloStorm came to be and provide some helpful tips on how we can use the it to find a little more time out on course.Some of the troubleshooting topics we cover:SetupCamera IssuesOBD ConnectionSide By Side Driver ComparisonTrace ChannelsTo learn more about SoloStorm visit Petrel Data Systems.SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. You can generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at our web site paxattack.com.
Sep 10, 2021
51 min
The PAX / RTP Index
Rick Ruth, the administrator of the PAX/ RTP Index joins us for a crash course on the history of the index, how it is maintained and calculated.  This is a great show for new drivers asking what exactly is the PAX/RTP Index and for veteran drivers who know but maybe they haven't heard about the history or the work required to maintain the indexing each year. Thanks again to Rick Ruth for joining us. We couldn't have done this show without his help.If you would like to watch a video of the Gran Prix events discussed in the show, check out this link The Portage Gran Prix.Did you love numbers and want to sing about them? If so check out this video The Big Numbers Song.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at our web site paxattack.com.
Aug 13, 2021
33 min
The Search
Every autocrosser is searching for something. It could be that little bit of time you left out on course during your last run, or it could be that you're searching for a way to escape the daily grind whatever it is, the search is one thing that we all share in common.On this episode, we feature three drivers from across the country who are all searching for something different. It could be a national championship, the perfect build or a more inclusive grid where we are all driving forward together.Drivers featured on this episode:Chuck Mathews: Connect with Chuck at mathewsracing.com and on Facebook at Mathews Racing/ Team Overkill.Adam Austin: You can find Adam on Instagram at aaustin00.Heidi K. Ellison: Learn more about Driving Forward Together on their web site drivingforwardseries  or on Instagram and Facebook.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order. Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at our web site paxattack.com. 
Jul 17, 2021
50 min
Autocross Trucks
Have you ever wanted to autocross a truck? If so, then this show is for you. Join us for a conversation about autocross trucks with drivers from Florida, Arizona, and Texas.In this episode we chat with autocrosser Zach Rainey from the IG account Autocross Trucks, C10 driver and master builder C.J. Daniels and RaceTruck owner Buck Clayton.To learn more about Zach, CJ and Buck:Zach – On Instagram @autocrosstrucksCJ – On Instagram @notosofastracingBuck – On Instagram @xiiperformance Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order. Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at our web site paxattack.com.
Jun 18, 2021
46 min
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