Morris, IL - #37L
Finished #163 Overall in 00:00:00 Hours
Finished #43 Overall in 05:18:54 Hours
Make: Mason Model: Mason Engine: Gibbs Engine Builder: Chassis: Mason Transmission: Mason
Following his impressive third-place podium finish at the 2024 SCORE Baja 500, this 66-year-old Morris, Illinois veteran continues to prove that experience and determination define champions in SCORE Trophy Truck Legends competition. Behind the wheel of his No. 37L Mason-built AWD Chevy Silverado alongside regular co-driver Rick D. Johnson, Helland has established himself as one of the most consistent podium contenders in the prestigious legends division.
His championship résumé includes multiple SCORE Baja 1000 class victories in 2021 and 2019, demonstrating his mastery of the world's most grueling desert race. The 2021 season proved particularly dominant, as he captured both the SCORE Baja 1000 and Baja 500 class championships, showcasing his ability to excel across different race formats and terrain challenges.
Helland's recent third-place finish at the 2024 Baja 500, following his second-place performance in 2023, highlights his remarkable consistency in navigating nearly 500 miles of brutal Baja terrain. His partnership with Johnson has created a formidable team known for smart race strategy and mechanical reliability, earning respect throughout the SCORE Trophy Truck Legends field as legitimate championship contenders year after year.
The SCORE Trophy Truck Legend-class pitted champion Gus Vildosola Sr. against 2021 SCORE TT Legend Champion Rolf Helland. Vildosola had co-driver Ricky Johnson qualify and got the first starting position and both kept it all day until the team reached the finish line to win the class. Read More
In the SCORE TT Legends class, Rolf Helland in the No. 37L truck has beenn undefeated all season. But that didn’t necessarily mean he was assured a win at the 54th BFGoodrich Tires SCORE Baja 1000 Presented by 4 Wheel Parts. Read More
Within the SCORE TT Legend class, Rolf Helland in the No. 37L SCORE Trophy Truck won his third race in a row and is well on his way to a 2021 Class Championship. “Rick Johnson qualified us and got us a good starting position and we had a great run,” said Helland. Read More
Driving the No. 37L Mason Ford Raptor, Rolf Helland won his second class victory in a row this season. Co-driving with Rick D. Johnson, the two started first in class and maintained their position despite a challenging course. “ It was a tough race, and I was worn out after more than five hours on the truck, “ said Helland. "Our Mason SCORE Trophy Truck ran really well. Rick and the crew did a terrific job in preparing it, and it ran flawlessly all day long. We had a couple of close calls and missed a couple of turns, but overall we didn’t make any mistakes all day. Luckily, we had a good finish here and in the SCORE San Felipe 250. Now we’re looking forward to the SCORE Baja 400 and the SCORE Baja 1000." Read More
Rolf Helland in the #37L Mason truck made quick time of the San Felipe course to take the win within the SCORE TT Legend class. Helland with co-driver Rick D. Johnson finished in a time of 5:28:16 ahead of Nick Vanderway in the #5L RPM Off-Road truck for driver of record Clyde Stacy. Vanderway drove solo and finished with a time of 6:25:42. “We had a little problem with the front end but got it fixed and kept going,†said Vanderway. “We hit a rock and got a flat which put us a little off the pace.†Finishing third in class was Russel Buehler in the #79L truck with Neil Buehler as co-driver. Read More
Rolf Helland and his SCORE Trophy Truck Legend team included navigator Mike Valentine, experienced off-road race driver Rick D. Johnson, and Rick’s son and navigator Ricky Johnson. The plan was to charge hard during the BFGoodrich Tires 34th SCORE San Felipe 250 Presented by Ford. “We started the day out well,†said Helland. “We were moving fast, running strong, and gaining ground.†Read More
KMC Wheels, BFGoodrich Tires, Baja Designs, Joe Gibbs Engines JD-1, Fox Shocks,
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