From Woofcast #3. This is db’s note page…

Track Days

• NOT racing. Driver training.
• First time out, make sure there are instructors!
• Relax. Don’t drive beyond your limit. Don’t try to hard.
• Listen to the instructors. Most of them are professional race car drivers
• HAVE FUN!

Be Prepared — Personal

• Long pants, long sleeve shirts.
• New helmet regs. Need SNELL2000 (check this)
• Gloves for sweaty palms or hot weather
• Comfortable shoes
• Hat (to protect against helmet head)
• Water, Gatorade. No SODA!
• Snacks! Trail mix, beef jerky, fruit. Stay away from junk.
• Eat a good breakfast!
• Get a good nights sleep. You will the 2nd night for sure.

Be Prepared — MINI

• Tech inspection: Lug nuts…CHECK BEFORE EVERY RUN!
• Tech inspection: Check tire pressure
• Empty your car. Nothing loose in glovebox, under center console, backseat, boot. Remove cashtray and check rear passenger storage cubby.
• Clean your car, especially windscreen and boot window!
• Make sure everything is tight.
• Check helmet for scratches.
• Check seatbelt for operation
On the Track

• Be relaxed.
• Listen to instructors.
• Don’t be afraid to get passed.
• Too amp’ed up? Pull off for a minute.
• Focus on smooth driving. Tire squealing is bad.
• Don’t be afraid to use your brakes!
• Don’t be afraid to hit the redline. That’s what the rev-limitter is for.
• Leave ASC/DSC on, especially if it’s your first time.

Extra Stuff

• Schroth Harness
• Suspension upgrades: Rear sway (yes), front sway (not until you’ve had some track time).
• Brake upgrades: Rotors, pads
• Tires: DITCH THE RUN FLATS!

Hopefully this is helpful to you! If you would like to contribute something to the list, feel free to send it over to db@whiteroofradio.com.