9TH RALLY EDITION: OCTOBER 10 – 19, 2024

#122

Team Raptor Rex

We met each other about 5 years ago and became friends. We both have young kids that love to play together and our families both love to explore the outdoors and go camping. Tobi got started making sourdough when Cara gave her some of her sourdough starter and it has been a true friendship since. Last year, Tobi was signed up to compete in the Rebelle and Cara agreed to be her navigator, both getting addicted to the challenge of the Rebelle after that rookie year.

Sponsored By:

Aquasource Drilling, ZROADZ, and Bison Ford in Great Falls Montana

Tobi Hlavnicka

Driver

I am a mother of three, a business owner, a runner, an avid reader, and a compulsive trip planner. My family and I love doing anything outdoors, we spend as much time as we can off-roading, camping, boating, hiking, running, kayaking, skiing, and anything we can to be outside together.

Occupation:

Business Owner

Residence:

Great Falls, MT USA

Favorite Quote:

First you jump off the cliff and build your wings on the way down - Ray Bradbury

Fun Fact:

I have been to 24 National Parks, completed half marathons in Glacier, Zion, and Mt. Rainier, and have completed adventure runs in Costa Rica and Croatia.

Why the Rebelle? Why now?

The Rebelle Rally is unlike any other challenge or competition and it pushes you to grow in so many ways. After completing my rookie year last year, I had to sign up again to be able to grow and do better with everything I learned in the that first year.

Who, or what, inspires you most?

I am constantly inspired by the strong women in my life. I come from a family with an emergency room doctor for a mother who has always pushed herself to be the best professionally and personally despite challenges and it is impossible to not be inspired by her and want to live up to her example.

Top three favorite podcasts / books / shows

The X Overland Podcast, Harry Potter & the Goblet of Fire, and Schitt’s Creek

Greatest adventure to date?

The Rebelle Rally has definitely been one of my greatest adventures to date.

Prior Years Competed:

2023

Awards Achieved:

3rd Place Rookie of the Year

Caralina Carlson

Navigator

I'm a creative problem solver who thrives on deadlines and loves finding the most efficient way to get things done. In my downtime, I enjoy spending time with my husband and daughters, whether we're camping and fishing, or simply spending time at home gardening and baking sourdough bread.

Occupation:

Principal Architect

Residence:

Great Falls, MT USA

Favorite Quote:

Perhaps at a certain perspective what we leave behind is often wonderland, always different from what it was and generally more beautiful - Norman Maclean

Fun Fact:

I gave myself my first black eye when ice climbing with my husband.

Why the Rebelle? Why now?

I was completely hooked after last year—it’s such a fun, challenging, and exhilarating competition, unlike anything else. I had been so focused on my kids for the past few years, and now that they're out of the newborn stage, it’s rewarding to have something that’s just for me.

Who, or what, inspires you most?

Becoming a role model for my two young daughters

Top three favorite podcasts / books / shows

Podcast: Honestly & The Carpool
Books: The Nightingale | Iron Flame | A Court of Mist and Fury
Shows: The Terminal List | Younger | The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

Greatest adventure to date?

The Rebelle Rally - by far. I have so many fond memories and stressful dreams from all of the adventures last year.

Prior Years Competed:

2023

Awards Achieved:

3rd Place Rookie of the Year

Vehicle

2023 Ford Bronco Raptor