Rori Lewis is a seasoned off-road navigator and seven-time Rebelle Rally competitor known for her precision, grit, and infectious enthusiasm in one of motorsport’s most demanding all-women navigation rallies.

EARLY YEARS

Raised in Hesperia, California, Lewis grew up with a deep love for the outdoors and athletic sports that would later translate into her passion for off-road competition[1]. Her background in exploration and adventure laid the groundwork for a career that would take her into some of the most grueling desert terrain in North America. Before entering motorsports, she worked as an administrative assistant at Total Chaos Fabrication, a manufacturer of aftermarket suspension systems and accessories, where she got up close and personal with all things off-road on a daily basis—and loved it[2].

OTHER INTERESTS

When she’s not navigating through deserts with nothing but a compass and topographical maps, Lewis lists dogs, adventure, candy, and her husband among her favorite things[3]. Her creativity, passion, and positivity have made her not just a competitor but an inspiration to teammates and fellow Rebelles alike[4]. She brings a spark and determination to everything she does, balancing her professional racing career with a genuine love for the outdoor lifestyle that fuels her competitive spirit.

EARLY SUCCESS

Lewis made her Rebelle Rally debut in 2017, teamed with Tiffany Walker as newcomers who quickly proved they belonged[5]. The duo finished an impressive seventh overall in their first year, demonstrating that Lewis’s navigation skills were no fluke[6]. Their partnership, born from perfect timing through a mutual contact, clicked immediately[7]. They competed together again in 2018 and 2019, with Lewis honing her precise navigation abilities through each grueling eight-day rally covering nearly 1,200 miles of unforgiving yet gorgeous terrain[8]. By her fourth Rebelle in 2021, at age 35, Lewis was ready to apply her skills to new routes and new challenges, solidifying her reputation as one of the rally’s most reliable navigators[9].

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

• 2017: Finished 7th overall in debut Rebelle Rally with Tiffany Walker[10].
• 2018: Competed in second consecutive Rebelle Rally[11].
• 2019: Completed third Rebelle Rally as part of Team Roads Less Traveled[12].
• 2021: Returned for fourth Rebelle Rally after a year off, finishing Stage 3 in third place[13].
• 2022: Competed in fifth Rebelle Rally, continuing partnership with Walker[14].
• 2023: Partnered with Shelby Hall as Team 150 Desert Roots in Ford Bronco Raptor, covering nearly 1,200 miles from Mammoth to Glamis over eight days, finishing fifth overall[15].
• 2024: Secured second place overall with Hall in 2023 Ford Bronco Raptor with 1,321 points (87%), cementing their status as podium contenders[16].
• 2024: Captured silver in the 4×4 class at NORRA 1000 with Hall in a Bronco Raptor[17].

INSPIRATIONS

The information available does not provide specific details about Lewis’s inspirations or influences in motorsports.

REPUTATION

Lewis has built a reputation as one of the Rebelle Rally’s most consistent and skilled navigators, with seven rallies under her belt making her a true veteran of the event[18]. Her teammate Shelby Hall has called her “an incredible inspiration,” praising her creativity, passion, enthusiasm, positivity, and shine as infectious qualities that elevate the entire team[19]. Known for her precise navigation skills and ability to adapt to new routes and challenges, Lewis brings both technical excellence and a spirit of adventure to every competition. Her ability to maintain focus during grueling multi-day rallies—often competing for eight days straight with no GPS or electronic navigation aids—has earned her respect throughout the off-road community. The partnership between Hall and Lewis as Team 150 Desert Roots has become one of the most formidable in recent Rebelle Rally history, with consistent top-five finishes and podium appearances[20].

FUTURE GOALS/PLANS

For 2025, Lewis will compete for the third consecutive year with Shelby Hall as Team 150 Desert Roots, supported by Ford Performance, in their quest to capture the overall Rebelle Rally title[21]. After finishing just two points behind the leaders on Day 6 of the 2025 rally, the team demonstrated they have the skill and consistency to win it all[22]. Lewis continues to push herself in one of motorsport’s most demanding competitions, where success requires not just navigation skills but mental toughness, physical endurance, and the ability to perform flawlessly under pressure in some of the harshest environments on earth.

REFERENCES

Team 150 – Desert Roots – Rebelle Rally 2025
Team Tuesday 2019: Rori & Tiffany – Rebelle Rally
Team 150 – Desert Roots – Rebelle Rally 2024
Team 150 – Desert Roots – Rebelle Rally 2025
Hesperia woman to compete in women’s off-road navigation rally
TOTAL CHAOS – Official 2018 Partner Story – Rebelle Rally
Team Tuesday: Rori & Tiffany – Rebelle Rally
2023 Rebelle Rally: Recap – Shelby Hall Off Road
#154 – Roads Less Traveled (RLT) – Rebelle Rally
TOTAL CHAOS – Official 2018 Partner Story – Rebelle Rally
Team Bio Doc Export – Rebelle Rally
Team Tuesday 2019: Rori & Tiffany – Rebelle Rally
Rebelle Rally Field Update: STAGE 3
Team Tuesday – Rori & Tiffany – Rebelle Rally
2023 Rebelle Rally: Recap – Shelby Hall Off Road
Rebelle Results 2024
NORRA 1000: From Stroppe to Shelby – Bronco Nation
Team Bio Doc Export – Rebelle Rally
Team 150 – Desert Roots – Rebelle Rally 2025
Rebelle Results 2024
Drive Toward a Cure Celebrates 10th Anniversary Rebelle Rally
2025 Rebelle Rally Field Update: DAY 6 Presented by YETI