Going Karting...

Solari · 2 May 2008 at 20:37

I've never driven a go kart in my life apart from the crap small ones when I was a kid. I've agreed to go for a karting day with work colleagues, what am I letting myself in for?

I know a few of the guys have raced competitively so am thinking I'll look a bit of a lamer, but it should still be fun!

Solari · 2 May 2008 at 21:40

Hrm I do notice that one of my workmates is often coming in complaining of aches and bruises... must be fun in that case

No pain, no gain, as they say!

I also got told that Karting is good for your spatial awareness so if that's true then it's a bonus.

Solari · 2 May 2008 at 21:45

Nomisf said:
Just remember you can probably take the corner faster than you think you can because its so wide, but treat with caution - as the rear wheel drive makes exiting the corner in reverse formation all to easy.

Brilliant fun.

Wicked....

Might it be an idea to get someone else to pick me up and take me home.. ie: am I likely to be too battered to drive home comfortably?

Solari · 2 May 2008 at 22:05

Haha quality advice. I'm 6'2 and 13st so can't see myself having any sort of advantages

Padded clothing sounds good - thanks, I didn't think of that!

Solari · 3 May 2008 at 20:45

Cheers for the tips chaps. I think I'll cut out the snacking now while I have some time to prepare!

The guys I work with are *really* competitive so it should be quite interesting. Apparently they usually give you seat inserts or something if you're quite tall... also some sort of corset thing to protect your ribs... sounds weird.

It's about a month away anyhow so just have to count down the days

Thanks again, loads of really useful tips. Trampy dress down day it is then...