How to be the Fastest Go-Kart Racer

As you zoom past competitors in your go-kart, we’re sure there’s a recurring thought you have: how can I be even faster? No, how can I be the fastest on the course! Whether you’re racing against your friends or complete strangers, crossing the finish line first is always the main goal.

Here are some easy tips to leave your opponents in the dust and be number one in every race.

 

Relax, You Have This!

Having the perfect posture isn’t the easiest thing even when you’re just sitting down for lunch with friends, but it can really help you out when go-kart racing. We’re not suggesting you balance books on your head for hours to straighten your spine, simply sit back and relax. Easy, right?

The better your posture is in the kart, the better control you will have. Sit upright with your arms at a slight bent angle so you can apply even pressure to the steering wheel. You’ll reduce the risk of spinning out of control and you’ll also look cool and confident. After all, you know what you’re doing!

 

Know the Course

Before you say anything; no, this is definitely not cheating. Having tactical advantage – no air quotes, here! – is always important for any go-kart racer. If you study the course you’ll be racing in, you’ll know how many turns the course has and how to approach them. And if you happen to practise a few laps before inviting your friends, we’re sure not going to tell anyone!

Make sure you always look ahead as you’re racing so you can anticipate what moves you need to make next. Braking and slowing down will let others catch up with you, and make you lose speed and momentum.

  

Take Care of Your Go-Kart

Having your own go-kart means you’ll always have the best possible machine for you and for your driving style. And as an enthusiast, working on your go-kart is only an extension of your passion for the sport.

Regular maintenance and ensuring that you have the amazing features in your go-kart, like nitrogen gas in your tyres, will let you become the go-kart champion! Your tyres’ temperature will be reduced, important for when they operate at their maximum speed capacity.

With nitrogen gas, tyres will last longer as they have a slower wear rate due to not losing pressure as quickly as compressed air. This gas also blocks oxidation of the internal rubber, which prevents it from becoming brittle, ripping, and causing an accident.

 

As leading suppliers of a wide range of gas bottles and cylinders for many different uses, we’re rooting for you to be the best possible go-kart racer! Feel free to get in touch with us on 0800 195 4445 or 01843 220 596 to find out more about our nitrogen gas bottles, and a member of our team will happily help you with any query you might have.

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