"Get to pre-grid (get in line) 5 minutes early and practice breathing and lap visualization."
EVENT CHECKLIST
Pre-Event
_____ Register for event
_____ Download technical inspection form
_____ Download medical clearance form
_____ Download event information
_____ Make hotel reservation
_____ Inspection by approved mechanic
_____ Replace oil and brake fluid
_____ Check tires
_____ Mount track tires
_____ Check lug torque
_____ Check brake pads or install track pads
_____ Bed in procedure for new pads
_____ Empty vehicle as much as possible
_____ Install snap-in harness belts
Pack
_____ Helmet
____ Gloves
_____ Long sleeve shirt and long pants
_____ Driving shoes or sneakers
_____ Layers and rain parka
_____ Magnetic numbers
_____ Plastic bin or large trash bag
_____ Bottled Water, Gatorade, healthy snacks/energy bars
_____ Glass cleaner and paper towels
_____ Driver’s Log Book
Select Tools
_____ Torque wrench
_____ Impact wrench
_____ Lug nut key
_____ Tire pressure gauge
_____ Air compressor
_____ Duct and painters’ tape
_____ Caliper spreader
At Event
_____ Check gas level
_____ Check tire pressures
_____ Re-torque lug nuts
_____ Re-check all fluids
Empty vehicle of the following:
_____ Floor mats
_____ Transponders
_____ Check under seats
_____ Connect video mounts
_____ Cameras and smart phone apps
_____ OBD II sensor
_____ GPS sensor
The Morning Begins
Attend drivers’ meeting
Stretching and calisthenics
Get to pre-grid (get in line) 5 minutes early and practice breathing and lap visualization
Slow first 2 laps so as to get heat in tires and brake pads
Remember! In slow/out fast
After Each Run
Cool down in paddock
Check gas gauge
Coast to a stop
Do not apply parking brake
Debrief with instructor
Check tire pressures asap
Open hood
Check oil levels
Hydrate yourself
Reflect on session/take notes/keep up log
Watch video on app
Upload video to laptop
Erase video
Find instructor and ask to ride along
Relax
End of Event
Ask instructor for comments in log
Visit event photographer
Repack in reverse order
Take it easy going home
Debrief
Pull tape off car
Clean tire rubber off car
Upload videos to YouTube
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