9TH RALLY EDITION: OCTOBER 10 – 19, 2024

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Ta-Co-Dependent

We met with in Morocco, both competing separately in the Gazelle Rally. We’ve stayed in touch through our connections of women who also shared in that amazing adventure. We’ve both participated in the training of Emily Miller’s programs and have had many memorable, joyous occasions together. We groove and move well with each other!

Sarah Saxten

Driver

I appreciate the challenge and fulfillment of demanding work as much as I do the joy and inspiration of playing hard. I love being a wife, a mom and being able to venture into the ocean, desert and mountains as much as possible- especially with all my boys (my husband and two sons).

Occupation:

Household GM

Residence:

Encinitas, Ca

Favorite Quote:

Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment, until it becomes a memory. -Dr. Seuss

Fun Fact:

My first driving experience was in my dad’s Dodge truck on the beach and dunes at Pismo.

Why the Rebelle? Why now?

It made too much of an impact on me to not have another go at it! Also, to team up with Sabrina Howells is such an exciting opportunity as she is a fierce competitor and an extraordinary person all around- we are definitely going to have an incredible time with loads of laughter and a ton of fun, no matter the outcome.

Who, or what, inspires you most?

I never seize to be inspired by the awes of Mother Nature, in both the physical universe and humans!

Top three favorite podcasts / books / shows

Book: Wild, Cheryl Strayed
Podcast: Smartless
Show: Arrested Development (I love Jason Bateman) and Succession

Greatest adventure to date?

The Gazelle in Morocco with my sister-in-law, Susie Saxten in 2015. It was truly the experience of a lifetime and how I came to meet some of the most inspiring women of bad-assery including Emily Miller and, of course, my partner Sabs!

Prior Years Competed:

2016

Awards Achieved:

Sabrina Howells

Navigator

A Los Angeles based actor, singer-songwriter (Henry Henrietta Band), and Dog Mom to an overly energetic Shepherd/Dobermin mix named Charlie. Loves travel, puzzles, learning anything you want to teach her, and saying YES to any adventure she meets.

Occupation:

Actor

Residence:

Los Angeles, Ca

Favorite Quote:

Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage. Anias Nin

Fun Fact:

Budding ceramicist and candle maker. Unsuccessfully attempting to learn Italian- Il gelato non e una colazione!

Why the Rebelle? Why now?

When Sarah Saxten calls you up and asks if you want to Navigate for her, you don't say no! Though I've known Sarah for years, we've never teamed up before, and it's going to be epic. We both are competitive optimists, with a common goal of growth through challenges. Oh yeah, and having fun. Lot's of fun. Added bonus- this will be my first year competing in the 4x4 class!!

Who, or what, inspires you most?

My Mom! Cliche? Maybe. True? Undoubtedly!

Top three favorite podcasts / books / shows

The Alchemist, Ted Lasso, Dead Eyes Podcast.

Greatest adventure to date?

Competing in my first Gazelle Rally in Morocco in 2012 with Emme Hall. Knowing nothing of cars or navigation, I said yes to the adventure of a lifetime. With three months till the rally, I met my new partner Emme Hall (now lifelong friend), got one weekend of training in, and bought a ticket to Morocco. I met Emily Miller because of that rally, and 5 Gazelle Rallys, and 4 Rebelle's my life has forever been changed!

Prior Years Competed:

2016, 2017, 2020, 2021

Awards Achieved:

2016- Crossover 1st Place (Original Rebelle) 2017- Crossover 2nd Place 2020- Crossover 2nd Place 2021- Crossover 3rd Place

Vehicle

2023 Toyota Tacoma