Your journey starts here: the long haul rally blog
Welcome to the Long Haul Rally blog, your ultimate resource for everything car rallies and epic road trips. From essential vehicle prep and trip checklists to exciting side quest adventures and radio communication tips, we're here to fuel your passion. Join us as we share stories, insights, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of the ultimate Corvette rally experience.
Mile Marker 1: our first sponsor
This is big for us. We just received our first sponsor! ADV CANNONBALL! ADV Cannonball is a world class adventure style motorcycle rally. They do more than just ride across the globe though, they make it adventurous with paved and unpaved checkpoints. If you are interested in finding out more, check out their link on our sponsorship page!
Unlocking value: We are building!
Registration is nearly complete. We have the payment system 'Square' in place, and the registration form. I can now export to excel to make searching easier. Do you have your car number ready? We are assigning numbers in order of registration, so you will want to register early. We are testing and still learning as we build, please be patient. Right now, you will read through the Rally Rules, Drivers Code of Conduct, Participant Agreement and Liability Waiver before payment on Square, then once paid, youll need to email us for the password to add details for registration. We are so excited to see this grow.
A life on the road: your guide to epic journeys
The Long Haul Rally exists because the road has shaped my life. I grew up in a military family, which meant constant moves and countless hours in the car crossing the U.S. Those drives weren’t just about getting to the next assignment—they were where my love for travel, cars, and the open road was born.
That passion followed me into the U.S. Military, where travel became part of both my job and my identity. Over the years, I’ve explored nearly every state (with Alaska still firmly on my bucket list), traveled extensively through Europe, and spent the last seven years driving more than 50,000 miles every year for work (in a 4Runner).
Along the way, I realized something: the best trips aren’t just about the destination—they’re about the people, the stories, the unexpected stops, and the shared experience of the journey itself. That realization is what led me to create the Long Haul Rally. This isn’t just another drive—it’s a rally built by someone who’s lived on the road, for people who want to experience it the right way.
"I can't say enough about the dedication to crafting an unforgettable journey. Our team is going above and beyond to ensure these rallies are a true adventure, filled with discovery and camaraderie."
The Long Haul Rally Founder- Doug Demore