10TH RALLY EDITION: OCTOBER 8 – 18, 2025

#115

Dirty Tires

Fonda and Macie are a mother-daughter team competing in the 2022 Rebelle Rally. After watching her mom’s team, Resilient Riders, prepare, train, and compete in the 2021 Rebelle Rally, Macie asked to join her mom in the 2022 rally. Their new team, Dirty Tires, is looking forward to the challenges and amazing experiences crisscrossing the California and Nevada deserts.

Fonda Matthews

Switching roles

My family is the most important thing in my life. I have a short attention span for a lot of different things.

Occupation:

Housewife

Residence:

Folsom, CA

Favorite Quote:

I am what I am because if I ain't what I am then I ain't me!

Fun Fact:

I used to own a bbq sauce company.

Why the Rebelle? Why now?

I participated in the Rebelle in 2021 and loved the experience. I learned so much about myself, offroading, teamwork, orienteering and so much more. I loved how supportive and strong the women were. I now have a chance to share this experience with my daughter. And I am so excited!

Who, or what, inspires you most?

People who smile and treat other with respect and kindness no matter how they feel at the moment.

Top three favorite podcasts / books / shows

TED talks/Hiking Thru podcast/Alone TV series

Greatest adventure to date?

The Rebelle Rally

Prior Years Competed:

2021

Awards Achieved:

Macie Matthews

Switching roles

I am very driven to learn new things, find new adventures, and eat lots of food. I love trying to cook all kinds of new foods, and recently learned I love sea urchin!

Occupation:

Graphic Designer

Residence:

Folsom, CA

Favorite Quote:

Better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.

Fun Fact:

My art is permanently on display in Bellingham Washington at the Make.Shift art space.

Why the Rebelle? Why now?

When I realized my mom was doing the Rebelle again, I knew I had to jump on the opportunity to join in on the adventure! The Rebelle is completely out of my comfort zone, but I'd regret it if I missed such a way to challenge myself and it's also a great way to spend more time with my mom, something I missed out on while going to school.

Who, or what, inspires you most?

I am inspired most by people who enjoy being themselves, love adventure, are caring, and always want to learn.

Top three favorite podcasts / books / shows

Controversial Japan podcast, The Tortall Universe, Supernatural

Greatest adventure to date?

Studying abroad in Osaka and Tokyo, Japan.

Prior Years Competed:
Awards Achieved:

Vehicle

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