From wrenching in the paddock… to becoming a national champion with Eric Yagel | Inside the SCCA

In Episode 259 of Inside the SCCA, Brian Bielanski sits down with 2025 B-Spec National Champion Eric Yagel to break down his journey through grassroots racing, endurance battles, and the strategy it took to win big at SCCA Runoffs. From his first chaotic laps at Texas World Speedway to dominating at Road America, this episode dives deep into real racecraft, tire science, drafting tactics, and how to actually get faster.You’ll hear why racing in the rain makes you faster, how spec classes really work behind the scenes, and the mindset shift that separates mid-pack drivers from champions. If you race, sim race, or want to start racing — this episode is a masterclass.⚙️ Topics covered:Building skill through endurance racingChoosing the right car for your driving styleTire strategy secrets (Goodyear vs Hankook)Drafting psychology in spec racingWinning strategy at the June Sprints👉 Whether you run club races, compete in iRacing, or dream of your first green flag — this episode will change how you think about racing.Photo Credit: Visors Down Motorsports Photography / visorsdownmotorsportsphotography

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