Where Are They Now: Rachel Micander
For OG Rebelle Rachel Micander, the 2016 Rebelle Rally wasn’t just about off-road competition—it was a turning point. Since finishing 9th in the inaugural event, she’s earned a Master’s in Geology, co-authored a book on Nevada’s landscapes, and fueled her passion for cars by restoring a ’95 BMW M3 and helping grow her local car community.
Top Ten Pieces of Advice
To kick off our Top Ten series, we figured—who better to start with than Chrissie Beavis? Chrissie’s been with the Rebelle since the very beginning. She’s our Head Scoring Judge, but more than that, she’s seen it all: the wins, the wipeouts, the “what were we thinking?” moments. Her advice isn’t sugarcoated or overly complicated—it’s the kind of stuff you wish someone had told you before your first rally.
Where Are They Now: Racquel Black, 2x Rebelle
For Racquel Black, the Rebelle Rally was more than just an off-road competition—it was a space to sharpen the skills she already carried with her. Growing up on the Navajo Nation meant resilience, adaptability, and problem-solving were second nature. But in the desert, surrounded by a team of strong women, she learned just how valuable those skills were in ways she hadn’t expected.
You Are Never as Lost as You Think You Are. Life Lessons from a Navigator.
From Rebelle Founder & Director Emily Miller – Feeling lost can be terrifying. But the typical response and spiral—panic, freezing up, or blaming—are NOT inevitable.
February 2025 Newsletter
10 Years of Rebelling, Adventures in Prerunning, and the Latest in Rebelle News. Plus, where Rebelles are now, a 2016 throwback, the boots we swear by, and teams making headlines.
Where Are They Now: LeeWhay Pasek, 4x Rebelle
For LeeWhay Pasek, the Rebelle Rally wasn’t just about competition—it was a turning point.
“At Tech Inspection in 2021, my rookie year, I sent a down payment on 200+ acres of raw land in New Hampshire just before we shut down our electronics.”
Since then, she and her family have built up a homestead, farm, and orchard. This spring, they’ll add another 350+ fruit and fodder trees and three goats to their property. “It has been an adventure.”
Team Feature: Dead Reckoning – Alana & Lisa
Team #147, Dead Reckoning, is charging full steam ahead into the 2024 Rebelle Rally. The duo of Lani Trejo and Lisa DeLuca, both returning competitors, are joining forces for the first time to conquer the course in their trusty 2021 Black Diamond two-door Ford Bronco, affectionately known as “Hank.”
Team Feature: B3 Rebelles – Marie & Hanna
Marie Reyes and Hanna Temkin, the enthusiastic duo behind Team B3 Rebelles, are preparing for their second year in the Rebelle Rally. After their rookie experience in 2023, these friends-turned-family are back with renewed energy and new goals. Read about their journey, the upgrades to their Land Rover Discovery 2, and their advice for first-time teams.
Team Feature: Gritty Up! – Tasha & Michelle
The Rebelle Rally is thrilled to welcome back Team Gritty Up! Tasha Krug and Michelle Kirby, a 2x team heading into their third year of competition together, along with their standout 2019 Lexus GX450, “Betty White,” for the 2024 competition. Read on to discover the incredible journey of Michelle and Tasha (and Betty!), including their triumphs and challenges, and what makes them a team to watch in 2024.
Team Feature: High Mile Club – Emma & Nicole
Meet Team High Mile Club: Emma Debany and Nicole McCammon, rookies in the 2024 Rebelle Rally. Despite being newcomers, they’re anything but unprepared. It all started with a text between the two good friends after seeing stories from the 2023 Rebelle.
