Chris Racan - Class 1/2-1600

Chris Racan

Encinitas, CA - #1696

Vehicle Specifications:

Make: Custom  Model: Custom  Engine: VW  Engine Builder: VW Chassis: Custom  Transmission: VW

Biography

A dedicated competitor in SCORE's grueling desert racing circuit, this Encinitas-based racer has made his mark in the sport's most demanding events. Racing in the Pro Moto 30 division, he secured the Class 1/2-1600 championship at the 2020 SCORE Baja 500, demonstrating his ability to excel in the punishing Ensenada desert terrain.

Competing aboard a Honda CRF450X, he has consistently tackled the sport's most challenging races alongside experienced co-riders including Michael Garger, Steve Willenberg, and Steve Grieb. His participation in the elite Pro Moto 30 category places him among seasoned racers over 30 years old, where experience and endurance are crucial for success in SCORE's legendary events.

The demanding nature of Baja racing requires not only exceptional riding skills but also strategic team coordination and mechanical reliability. His championship victory in 2020 came during a particularly challenging Baja 500, where changing course conditions and technical terrain tested every competitor's limits. This achievement represents years of dedication to desert racing, where finishing itself is an accomplishment and winning requires mastering some of the most unforgiving racing conditions in motorsports.

His continued participation in SCORE events demonstrates his commitment to off-road racing's premier series.

In SCORE Journal

No Easy Wins | October 2020 Issue

It was clear that the COVID-19 pandemic affected the amount of car and truck class participation at the 52nd BFGoodrich Tires SCORE Baja 500 Presented by 4 Wheel Parts. For the many that complied with the protocols and found it safe enough to compete, the rugged terrain and fewer than normal class sizes didn’t make it any easier to pull off a win. Read More

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CR RACING, HitMark, Baja Diving Adventures, L&L Hawaiin Barbeque, Baja Designs, Offroad Warehouse, Fun Bike Center, Nixon, BFGoodrich Tires, G&S Construction, Christian Brothers Restoration, 1daywrapsdotcom, KAABOO, PCI Race Radios, Blenders Eyewear, Beyer Impresions Ensenada, Negrito Transmisiones, Barajas Fab & Prep, Wuerco Loco Engineers, bethebeam.com,  

World Desert Championship

SCORE Race Results | 2017-Present

2020 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE 53rd Baja 1000 Presented by 4 Wheel Parts

#101 Overall and #5 in Class 1/2-1600

2020 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE 52nd Baja 500 Presented by 4 Wheel Parts

#60 Overall and #1 in Class 1/2-1600

2019 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE 51st Baja 500

#91 Overall and #5 in Pro Moto 30

2019 SCORE 33rd San Felipe 250

#89 Overall and #5 in Pro Moto 30

2018 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE 51st Baja 1000

#72 Overall and #6 in Pro Moto 30

2018 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE 50th Baja 500

#106 Overall and #7 in Pro Moto 30

2018 SCORE 32nd San Felipe 250

#128 Overall and #5 in Pro Moto 30