NENA BARLOW & TERALIN PETEREIT Claim Victory at 2025 Rebelle Rally

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November 1, 2025

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NENA BARLOW and TERALIN PETEREIT claimed first place at the 2025 Rebelle Rally, proving once again that consistent navigation skills trump flashy modifications. The duo dominated the eight-day, 2,500-kilometer competition that challenges teams to navigate using only map and compass across California and Nevada’s most unforgiving terrain. Their victory reinforces what we already know – the best competitors don’t second-guess their instincts, and these two clearly trust their abilities completely.
KARISA HAYDON and TRISTA SMITH of Team Velocity secured second place in their Ford Ranger Raptor, marking their fourth consecutive year competing together and second year with Ford sponsorship. After earning Rookies of the Year in their first attempt, they’ve proven that strong partnerships matter more than vehicle modifications. The duo emphasized what every successful team learns – your teammate selection is crucial because “it’s most likely the relationship in the car that’s going to be problematic,” not the vehicle itself.
Toyota’s MICAELA RIONDA highlighted why manufacturers are investing heavily in the Rebelle Rally as a leadership development tool. “I’ve seen the women come back and they are more confident, they are more articulate,” she explained, noting how the competition builds skills that translate directly to workplace confidence. With 67 two-woman teams competing in mostly stock vehicles, the rally proves that navigation expertise and mental toughness matter far more than horsepower – and manufacturers are taking notice of the real-world testing opportunities.
The competition showcased everything we love about women’s motorsport – pure skill over spectacle, teamwork over ego, and mental strength over mechanical advantage. From retired nurses LYNN KLIEM and TONI CRITES in their personal Jeep Wrangler to factory-backed teams, the Rebelle Rally proves that when you strip away the noise and focus on core abilities, women consistently deliver. Most of the top 10 finishers competed in unmodified vehicles from the Stock class, proving that talent rises to the top regardless of budget.