Karting Manual
Type: Book
Published: 2011
Author: Joao Diniz Sanches
Hardback/Softback: Hardback
Size: 270mm x 210mm
Number of Pages: 176
Illustrations: Colour
This fully updated second edition provides a complete guide to all aspects of outdoor karting, covering all the fundamental elements of both two-stroke and four-stroke kart racing. The engaging text, supported by numerous colour photographs and illustrations, provides everything the complete novice needs to know, yet is sufficiently detailed to appeal to those already involved in club racing who are looking to progress to the next level of competition.
With the aid of over 200 colour illustrations, the Karting Manual includes details of:
How to get started in karting – including how to get a race licence, racing classes and equipment.
Racing techniques – the racing line, kart control techniques, wet-weather racing, racecraft and strategy.
Preparation – kart set-up and maintenance, driver physical and mental preparation and advice on obtaining sponsorship.
Useful contacts – including a list of UK kart circuits, and details of karting associations and equipment suppliers.
Chapter Headings: 1 The Karting Scene, 2 Getting Started, 3 The Racing Line, 4 Kart Control, 5 Wet-Weather Racing, 6 Racecraft, 7 Physical and Mental Preparation, 8 Strategy, 9 Technicalities, 10 Sponsorship, 11 Racing Parents.
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