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Subaru Rally Team USA's number one car once again matched it number Saturday, clinching the overall win at this year's Maine Forest Rally. Mark Lovell and Steve Turvey took a commanding lead they had built from Friday's action and rode it to victory, winning seven of ten stages. With this built momentum, Lovell and Turvey are a threat to win any of the remaining events. "We are just really excited about this win," an ecstatic Turvey said in the aftermath of victory, "and we're looking forward to the remainder of the season." Despite a minor encounter with a deer on Stage 7, everything else ran flawlessly for the number one car.

Frustration and a freak electrical problem spelled trouble for the young Bostonian, Ramana Lagemann. Along with his co-driver Mike Kidd, Ramana fell from eighth to eighteenth on Saturday, mostly due to an electrical problem that prevented them from restarting the car for approximately ten minutes. Plus, while parked on the 'hot' stage, his windscreen was smashed when a large rock was thrown by passing rally traffic.

Overall, Subaru owned the 2002 Maine Forest Rally, claiming all podium spots and ten of the top fifteen places. Tom McGeer and Mark Williams, from the Canadian Subaru Rally Team, clinched second while David Higgins and Daniel Barritt took third. Running his first US event, Jonny Milner and Duncan McMath also had an impressive showing, placing sixth and vowing to return to US rallying. The SCCA ProRally heads to the Midwest in three weeks for the Ojibwe Forests ProRally, where teams will do battle in unpredictable Midwestern weather.

Subaru Rally Team USA got off to a great start Friday afternoon when Mark Lovell raced out to a commanding lead, winning two stages out of four. Mark was in complete control of the event, despite starting sixth and having to drive through choking dust for the entire afternoon and early evening. Ramana Lagemann, back with his regular co-driver Michael Kidd, also drove well, ending the day in eighth overall. With less than one minute separating him from the number two car, it's obvious how close the action is. Every second counts, and if Ramana can capitalize on his pre-race excitement, citing this as his home event, he'll no doubt end up in the top three.

During the Friday night break in the action, SRT USA will once again meticulously inspect and re-prep the vehicles for tomorrow's pounding action. The Maine roads are known for their twisty and sometimes surprising qualities, due to the logging activity in the area. Drivers and co-drivers are kept on their toes by these roads, and they make for great spectating. If you can get to Rumford on Saturday, make sure to check out the Oquossoc service area to see the Subaru team in action.

The SCCA ProRally circuit heads east this weekend, with Subaru Rally Team USA leading the charge into Rumford, Maine. Hot off his first win of the season, Mark Lovell and Steve Turvey hope to ride their momentum onto Saturday night's podium. Meanwhile, Ramana Lagemann and Michael Kidd could also content for a top three spot. This event has for years remained a driver favorite, due to northern Maine's striking beauty and excellent rally roads. With the winning results from Pikes Peak Subaru has narrowed the gap in the Manufacturer's point standings to a mere 4 points. With another win, SRT USA would edge past Hyundai and take the overall lead. The action is bound to be fast and exciting so don't miss this weekend's event.

Held deep in the Maine woods, the Maine Forest Rally is one of the most technical and challenging races on the circuit. Put on by rally legend John Buffum the race has rich history and a long tradition. Based out of Rumford, Maine about 100 miles from Portland the course is known to have some of the longest stages on the SCCA ProRally circuit with some exceeding 20 miles in length as they actually approach the Canadian Border. Roads are primarily owned by paper companies operating in the area, and because of the heavy logging, some of the Stage Roads can be incredibly rough, ultimately testing the drivers and the cars durability.

Rd. 7 Maine Forest ProRally (7/26 - 27) Event Summary Subaru Rally Team USA's number one car once again matched it number Saturday, clinching the overall win at this year's Maine Forest Rally. Mark Lovell and Steve Turvey took a commanding lead they had built from Friday's action and rode it to victory, winning seven of ten stages. With this built momentum, Lovell and Turvey are a threat to win any of the remaining events. "We are just really excited about this win," an ecstatic Turvey said in the aftermath of victory, "and we're looking forward to the remainder of the season." Despite a minor encounter with a deer on Stage 7, everything else ran flawlessly for the number one car. Frustration and a freak electrical problem spelled trouble for the young Bostonian, Ramana Lagemann. Along with his co-driver Mike Kidd, Ramana fell from eighth to eighteenth on Saturday, mostly due to an electrical problem that prevented them from restarting the car for approximately ten minutes. Plus, while parked on the 'hot' stage, his windscreen was smashed when a large rock was thrown by passing rally traffic. Overall, Subaru owned the 2002 Maine Forest Rally, claiming all podium spots and ten of the top fifteen places. Tom McGeer and Mark Williams, from the Canadian Subaru Rally Team, clinched second while David Higgins and Daniel Barritt took third. Running his first US event, Jonny Milner and Duncan McMath also had an impressive showing, placing sixth and vowing to return to US rallying. The SCCA ProRally heads to the Midwest in three weeks for the Ojibwe Forests ProRally, where teams will do battle in unpredictable Midwestern weather. Friday Night Subaru Rally Team USA got off to a great start Friday afternoon when Mark Lovell raced out to a commanding lead, winning two stages out of four. Mark was in complete control of the event, despite starting sixth and having to drive through choking dust for the entire afternoon and early evening. Ramana Lagemann, back with his regular co-driver Michael Kidd, also drove well, ending the day in eighth overall. With less than one minute separating him from the number two car, it's obvious how close the action is. Every second counts, and if Ramana can capitalize on his pre-race excitement, citing this as his home event, he'll no doubt end up in the top three. During the Friday night break in the action, SRT USA will once again meticulously inspect and re-prep the vehicles for tomorrow's pounding action. The Maine roads are known for their twisty and sometimes surprising qualities, due to the logging activity in the area. Drivers and co-drivers are kept on their toes by these roads, and they make for great spectating. If you can get to Rumford on Saturday, make sure to check out the Oquossoc service area to see the Subaru team in action. Pre Event The SCCA ProRally circuit heads east this weekend, with Subaru Rally Team USA leading the charge into Rumford, Maine. Hot off his first win of the season, Mark Lovell and Steve Turvey hope to ride their momentum onto Saturday night's podium. Meanwhile, Ramana Lagemann and Michael Kidd could also content for a top three spot. This event has for years remained a driver favorite, due to northern Maine's striking beauty and excellent rally roads. With the winning results from Pikes Peak Subaru has narrowed the gap in the Manufacturer's point standings to a mere 4 points. With another win, SRT USA would edge past Hyundai and take the overall lead. The action is bound to be fast and exciting so don't miss this weekend's event. Event Description Held deep in the Maine woods, the Maine Forest Rally is one of the most technical and challenging races on the circuit. Put on by rally legend John Buffum the race has rich history and a long tradition. Based out of Rumford, Maine about 100 miles from Portland the course is known to have some of the longest stages on the SCCA ProRally circuit with some exceeding 20 miles in length as they actually approach the Canadian Border. Roads are primarily owned by paper companies operating in the area, and because of the heavy logging, some of the Stage Roads can be incredibly rough, ultimately testing the drivers and the cars durability.

Rd. 7 Maine Forest ProRally - Rumford, ME 7/ 26- 27 The Pikes Peak Held deep in the Maine woods, the Maine Forest Rally is one of the most technical and challenging races on the circuit. Put on by rally legend John Buffum the race has rich history and a long tradition. Based out of Rumford, Maine about 100 miles from Portland the course is known to have some of the longest stages on the SCCA ProRally circuit with some exceeding 20 miles in length as they actually approach the Canadian Border. Roads are primarily owned by paper companies operating in the area, and because of the heavy logging, some of the Stage Roads can be incredibly rough, ultimately testing the drivers and the cars durability.