I have a son that is starting to express and interest in karting. I have no experience in this as a hobby and have only ever done casual sessions with mates. Is the best way to join a local karting club? Any advice? He is 12 years old and has to drive the small karts at teamsport due to being smaller. I have always generally written this hobby off as something that would probably cost a lot so have never looked into it properly.
What typical costs would be involved and is karting the right route?
Do kids that do it tend to race on weekends?
Is it competitive at age 12 or does it start a bit later on?
Is 12 years old too late to start?
Do you need to invest in all your own gear and kart or can you rent at clubs?
I am into motorsport myself in terms of I watch it and have done karting casually from time to time. I'm also good mechanically would probably be able to maintain the kart with no issues if we did get one.
Cheers
EDIT: Sorry should have posted in the motorsport sub forum
What typical costs would be involved and is karting the right route?
Do kids that do it tend to race on weekends?
Is it competitive at age 12 or does it start a bit later on?
Is 12 years old too late to start?
Do you need to invest in all your own gear and kart or can you rent at clubs?
I am into motorsport myself in terms of I watch it and have done karting casually from time to time. I'm also good mechanically would probably be able to maintain the kart with no issues if we did get one.
Cheers
EDIT: Sorry should have posted in the motorsport sub forum
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