Dale Dondel - SCORE Trophy Truck

Dale Dondel

Murrieta, CA - #99

Vehicle Specifications:

Make: Racer Engineering  Model: Trophy Truck  Engine: Chevy  Engine Builder: Danzio Performance Engineering Chassis: Racer Engineering  Transmission: Fortin Racing, Inc.

Biography

A veteran of SCORE desert racing with deep roots in Baja competition, this Southern California racer has carved out an impressive legacy across multiple decades of off-road racing. Most notably, he captured the prestigious Class 5 overall victory at the 1998 Baja 1000 alongside co-driver Mike Dondel, conquering the grueling 1,070-mile course from Santo Tomas to La Paz in what stands as one of the most challenging iterations of the legendary race.

His racing resume extends well beyond that signature triumph, with additional podium finishes including another Class 5 victory at the 1998 Baja 500. The Murrieta-based competitor has consistently demonstrated his versatility by competing across different classes and vehicle platforms throughout his career, including co-driving duties in the elite Trophy Truck division. His experience was showcased during the 2018 Baja 500, where he served as co-driver for Victor Gruber in the #95 Chevy Silverado Trophy Truck.

With over two decades of experience navigating Baja's unforgiving terrain, he represents the dedication and perseverance that defines SCORE desert racing. His ability to adapt to different racing platforms while maintaining competitive performance has earned him respect among his peers in the tight-knit desert racing community.

Sponsored by:

Yokohama, Fortin Racing, Inc., King Shocks, CBR Performance Products,  

World Desert Championship

SCORE Race Results | 2017-Present

2019 Inaugural Lucerna SCORE Baja 400

#66 Overall and #24 in SCORE Trophy Truck

2019 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE 51st Baja 500

DNF in SCORE Trophy Truck

2019 SCORE 33rd San Felipe 250

DNF in SCORE Trophy Truck