The Beginner’s Guide for Road Racing Track Day Preparation Index:
00:00 – 00:45 Introduction
00:46 – 02:48 Personal Preparation: Physical, Mental, and Emotional Health
02:49 – 05:13 Track Day Preparation: Race Track, Race Event, and Vehicle Maintenance
05:14 – 07:56 What Do I Bring? Personal Belongings and Vehicle Readiness
07:57 – 10:26 Track Day: Setup, Checklist, and Preparation
10:27 – 11:11 Conclusion
Personal Checklist:
1) Water / Beverages (Stay Hydrated)
2) Food / Snacks (Fuel Your Mind and Body)
3) First Aid Kit / Emergency Supplies (Just In Case)
4) Toiletries (Hand Sanitizer/Wipes, Sun Screen, Eye Drops, etc…)
5) Extra Clothes (T-Shirt, Underwear/Boxers, Comfy Sweat Pants for the Drive Home)
6) Amenities (Chairs, Umbrella, Hat/Visor, Headphones/Earbuds for Music)
Track Day Checklist:
1) Helmet (YOU CAN NOT RACE WITHOUT A HELMET)
2) Race Apparel (Race Suit, Driving Gloves, Driving Shoes)
3) Tow Hooks (Front and Rear Tow Points Will be Mandatory at Track Day Inspection)
4) Tools (Torque Wrench, Air Pressure Gauge, Air Temperature Gauge, Air Compressor, & Tools)
5) Cleaning Supplies (Glass Cleaner, Quick Wash Solution, Microfiber Towels)
6) Consumables / Fluids (1 Quart Oil, Brake Fluid, Transmission Fluid, Blinker Fluid, etc…)
*Don’t forget “numbers” for your car.
*Remember to empty your trunk and glove box of loose articles.
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I am only able to do two or three track days each year in my 2012 Boss 302. Attempting Watkins Glen for the first time in July. Cannot wait and keep these videos coming!