Go-Karting
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Just got back from a fun filled evening of indoor go-karting. We had to break into two groups as half had never been before. The track was pretty tight and twisty so there weren't many overtaking opportunities (that and we were pretty evenly matched). Best place was the hairpin at the end of the main straight - managed to pass a few there. Had to abort one attempt as I was trying to get underneath my brother who was attempting to do the same to another guy - he got a bit sideways after I nudged him but he was fine. I had tried another inside move at the same corner earlier but came off second best - got T-boned from behind and ended up in the wall and bent one of the steering rods. Fortunately the damage was only minor as one of the marshals was able to bend it back into place. All in all it was great fun, though I'll probably regret it when I get up in the morning :-D Anyone else partaken in any motorsports recently? "I think I speak on behalf of everyone here when I say huh?" - Buffy
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Just got back from a fun filled evening of indoor go-karting. We had to break into two groups as half had never been before. The track was pretty tight and twisty so there weren't many overtaking opportunities (that and we were pretty evenly matched). Best place was the hairpin at the end of the main straight - managed to pass a few there. Had to abort one attempt as I was trying to get underneath my brother who was attempting to do the same to another guy - he got a bit sideways after I nudged him but he was fine. I had tried another inside move at the same corner earlier but came off second best - got T-boned from behind and ended up in the wall and bent one of the steering rods. Fortunately the damage was only minor as one of the marshals was able to bend it back into place. All in all it was great fun, though I'll probably regret it when I get up in the morning :-D Anyone else partaken in any motorsports recently? "I think I speak on behalf of everyone here when I say huh?" - Buffy
Not been karting for a while but have got a kart for sale if anyone is interested ? Spec: 250cc Honda engined with 6 speed gearbox, 3 sets of wheels/tyres including wets, spares including clutch, bearings etc. Offers ? Users. Can't live with 'em, can't kill em!
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Not been karting for a while but have got a kart for sale if anyone is interested ? Spec: 250cc Honda engined with 6 speed gearbox, 3 sets of wheels/tyres including wets, spares including clutch, bearings etc. Offers ? Users. Can't live with 'em, can't kill em!
Adrian Metcalfe wrote: 250cc Honda engined with 6 speed gearbox that's not a kart, it's a weapon
using System.Beer;
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Adrian Metcalfe wrote: 250cc Honda engined with 6 speed gearbox that's not a kart, it's a weapon
using System.Beer;
It's quite quick, previous owner says he had 0-60 mph in less than 4 seconds, don't know how true this is but it would not surprise me as it weighs very little. Users. Can't live with 'em, can't kill em!
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Just got back from a fun filled evening of indoor go-karting. We had to break into two groups as half had never been before. The track was pretty tight and twisty so there weren't many overtaking opportunities (that and we were pretty evenly matched). Best place was the hairpin at the end of the main straight - managed to pass a few there. Had to abort one attempt as I was trying to get underneath my brother who was attempting to do the same to another guy - he got a bit sideways after I nudged him but he was fine. I had tried another inside move at the same corner earlier but came off second best - got T-boned from behind and ended up in the wall and bent one of the steering rods. Fortunately the damage was only minor as one of the marshals was able to bend it back into place. All in all it was great fun, though I'll probably regret it when I get up in the morning :-D Anyone else partaken in any motorsports recently? "I think I speak on behalf of everyone here when I say huh?" - Buffy
My two oldest kids and I went to a small track this past summer; my 17-year old daughter smoked everyone. Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for people than people do is a swine. - P.J. O'Rourke
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Just got back from a fun filled evening of indoor go-karting. We had to break into two groups as half had never been before. The track was pretty tight and twisty so there weren't many overtaking opportunities (that and we were pretty evenly matched). Best place was the hairpin at the end of the main straight - managed to pass a few there. Had to abort one attempt as I was trying to get underneath my brother who was attempting to do the same to another guy - he got a bit sideways after I nudged him but he was fine. I had tried another inside move at the same corner earlier but came off second best - got T-boned from behind and ended up in the wall and bent one of the steering rods. Fortunately the damage was only minor as one of the marshals was able to bend it back into place. All in all it was great fun, though I'll probably regret it when I get up in the morning :-D Anyone else partaken in any motorsports recently? "I think I speak on behalf of everyone here when I say huh?" - Buffy
Fangio would be proud, Mathew. Last time I did Go-karting was 10 years ago. Watched my smart but, uh, physically challenged friend miss every corner. While I was going round I kept getting beaten by this older guy who really knew his stuff, I'd do one laps to his two. Pretty embarassing. After my laps were up the go-kart owner nudged me and said "You got beaten by the South African Go-Kart Champion of 1994", and he wasn't joking :| regards, Paul Watson South Africa Colib and WebTwoZero. K(arl) wrote: oh, and BTW, CHRISTIAN ISN'T A PARADOX, HE IS A TASMANIAN! -- modified at 13:02 Friday 23rd September, 2005
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Fangio would be proud, Mathew. Last time I did Go-karting was 10 years ago. Watched my smart but, uh, physically challenged friend miss every corner. While I was going round I kept getting beaten by this older guy who really knew his stuff, I'd do one laps to his two. Pretty embarassing. After my laps were up the go-kart owner nudged me and said "You got beaten by the South African Go-Kart Champion of 1994", and he wasn't joking :| regards, Paul Watson South Africa Colib and WebTwoZero. K(arl) wrote: oh, and BTW, CHRISTIAN ISN'T A PARADOX, HE IS A TASMANIAN! -- modified at 13:02 Friday 23rd September, 2005
Fangio would be proud Lets not get too carried away :-D You going to watch the A1 Grand Prix? "I think I speak on behalf of everyone here when I say huh?" - Buffy
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Fangio would be proud Lets not get too carried away :-D You going to watch the A1 Grand Prix? "I think I speak on behalf of everyone here when I say huh?" - Buffy
At Interlagos? Sure am. Wonder if it will be as "interesting" as last year's one. regards, Paul Watson South Africa Colib and WebTwoZero. K(arl) wrote: oh, and BTW, CHRISTIAN ISN'T A PARADOX, HE IS A TASMANIAN!
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At Interlagos? Sure am. Wonder if it will be as "interesting" as last year's one. regards, Paul Watson South Africa Colib and WebTwoZero. K(arl) wrote: oh, and BTW, CHRISTIAN ISN'T A PARADOX, HE IS A TASMANIAN!
Thats the F1 - The A1 was set up by one of the Saudi princes. 25 nations get a car and go off and race each other, with all teams using the same chassis, tryes, engines etc. First race is tonight (Australian time) at Brands Hatch - hopefully they have good racing and the Aussie team can score the first win More info here: A1 Grand Prix[^] "I think I speak on behalf of everyone here when I say huh?" - Buffy