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Old 10-14-07, 08:27 AM
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Newb track questions


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Originally Posted by DucDave View Post
... If you plan to ride to the event just throw whatever tools you'll need and a roll of painters tape into your tankbag. Better yet, if you don't have a trailer, try an buddy-up with someone who does! (Good in case of a get-off that damages your and/or your ride!)

Finally, if you go ahead with this, it's a good idea to apply for several credit cards immediatey. And, if you have children, buy them shoes...in several 'room to grow in to sizes' right away. You are about to embark on a voyage that will consume all your disposable income...and then some!

Fishtail does a great Track Day too.
Trailer up! never mind that the ride home will be rough (your legs will be junk) but having a chair and change of clothes is always good. You can usually rent leathers at the track but Like Dave was saying about $$, you may as well buy a set (spend some dough and buy good ones the first time) now with gauntlet style gloves and don't forget the back protector - you'll be back again and again.... I'd recommend a light color set of leathers that are perforated. Don't worry about being experienced, you'll be with a lot of first timers in red group, just don't ride beyond your abilities and you'll be fine.
And lastly please don't pull a rookie move ---whether you ride or trailer up bring some eye candy with you for the rest of us to keep warm while your on the track.....
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