December 2024 Newsletter
December 13th, 2024
Rebelle U
Ready to prep for the Rebelle, master backcountry skills, and tackle your next adventure with confidence? The first 2025 Rebelle U Presented by Pennzoil date is here! Learn navigation, off-road driving, and the essential skills that set Rebelles apart.
First up: The Rebelle U 2-Day Navigation Course, kicking off February 22-23 in the perfect outdoor classroom—Ocotillo Wells. This hands-on training, led by top-notch instructors, gives you the tools to excel. No vehicle? No teammate? No problem. Spots are limited—grab yours before they’re gone!
Rebelle Prep Alert!
Our first How to Rebelle session presented by Pennzoil is on the calendar! Whether you’re gearing up to compete this year or dreaming of joining in the future, this online intro session is your perfect starting point. We’ll cover everything from rally preparation to insider tips, and we’ll wrap up with a Q&A featuring founder Emily Miller, Rebelle staff, and seasoned competitors.
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, January 15th, at 5:30 PM PST, and don’t miss this chance to dive into all things Rebelle!
The Rebelle Rally Gift Selects
The Rebelle Rally Gift Selects: Looking for gifts that go beyond the ordinary? Our hand-picked Rebelle Gift Selects are tested, trusted, and ready for adventure. From coffee connoisseurs to overlanders, these gifts deliver more than just stuff.
- Rebelle Rally Gift Card: The ultimate gift for any future Rebelle! Whether it’s learning new skills at Rebelle U Presented by Pennzoil or competing in the 2025 Rebelle Rally, this card is an invitation to a world-class experience. Forget socks—this is a gift they’ll never stop talking about.
- Café Moto Coffee: Fuel your adventures with the coffee that fuels the Rebelle Rally! Family-run and roasting coffee since the 1960s, Café Moto offers blends sourced with a commitment to sustainability, including from women-led co-ops. Don’t miss their iconic Chocolate de Mexico—it’s a crave-worthy stocking stuffer!
- YETI Rambler in Sandstone Pink: Durable, stylish, and battle-tested at the Rebelle Rally, this YETI Rambler is a hydration must-have. The Sandstone Pink color is inspired by the Valley of Fire, and yes, we love it. Keeps drinks hot or cold, no matter where your adventures take you.
- Overland Journal Subscription: For the explorer who has everything: Overland Journal. Stunning photography and authentic stories from true overlanders make this more than a magazine—it’s inspiration in print. A coffee table favorite and the perfect gift to spark their next journey.
- ‘Ili Salt Scrub: Dirt, meet your match: Whether it’s scrubbing off a Marathon Leg or just a marathon day, ‘Ili Salt Scrub gets the job done. A Rebelle favorite, it even inspired a special edition for competitors. With scents like Hibiscus Grapefruit and Lavender Mint to unwind, this scrub is your secret weapon for clean, refreshed skin that feels as good as it looks. Compact and perfect for stockings, it’s clean you can feel good about.
- YB3 Handheld Tracker: Stay safe and on the map with the rally-proven YB3 Tracker. Iridium-connected and backcountry-ready, it’s the same tracker used in the Rebelle Rally. Whether signaling checkpoints or exploring off-grid, it’s your go-to for going far.
Hot Off The Press: A Proving Ground for Vehicles
Curious about how some of the vehicles fared during this year’s 2,600+ kilometer competition? Three-time Rebelle competitor and journalist Kristin Shaw has the inside scoop on both a 4×4 class vehicle and the winning X-Cross® class vehicle. From a 2014 Subaru Outback that was meticulously built as a privateer project to the brand-new 2025 RAM 1500 RHO (which Shaw herself drove), these articles delve into the vehicle builds, the challenges faced, and their performance across the rally’s diverse terrain.
Rebelle Impact
Because it’s what happens beyond the competition that matters most. Through the giving arm of the Rebelle Rally, Rebelle Impact, the spirit of the rally extends beyond the course. This year, we’ve contributed to the following organizations making a difference:
Happy Holidays and Cheers to Almost a Decade of Adventure!
As we approach the year’s end, we’re toasting to the incredible journey that the Rebelle Rally has been—a decade in 2025 of epic rides, a strong community, and memories that refuse to quit (just like Rebelles). Here’s to more adventures, more grit, and more stories worth telling in 2025. Stay tuned, it’s going to be one heck of a ride!
Photo Credit: Regine Trias
