Ok we gotta get this forum going !!! What items are an absolute requirement to bring to the track and what neat items have you found that really made things go smoother ?? The Obvious : A bike properly prepped Safety gear ( Leathers , Helmet , gloves , boots ) Fuel Not required but would help : Toolbox with common tools for your bike including : Duck tape , electrical tape , safety wire & pliers , extra bolts/nuts , WD40 etc Front/rear stands Small air compressor & tire guage Misc rags Window/shield cleaner Tent , chairs (folding ) Icebox with water & food Small med kit including Potassium , advil etc Pc of plywood for bike for those gravel drive trackdays Generator if using tirewarmers Extra helmet , gloves etc in case of mishap and you can still ride Extra tires Portable Radio
Add back protector to the riding gear. And a rain suit if you're going to Mid-Ohio. Two if you plan on letting Bill Stranahan use one. If you're not going to Mid-Ohio & the weather is nice, bring sunblock, a tent & a good air mattress. Using the tent & air mattress will save you some money for tires, & it's fun hanging out at the track all night. If you're going to Grattan or GingerMan, bring a fishing pole & bug spray. I've found it works out best if someone else brings a handy Pit Bitch. You just might have to take her for a 2-Up ride every now & then, or have an occasional foot race in a hotel parking lot, barefoot. :wink:
A big ass motor home with A/C and satellite TV. 2 HOT pit bitches (can never have too many) plus they are more for us than you!!!!! No joking there: Somewhere in your supplies on a piece of paper have your name, any medical issues some may need to know and a phone number of who to call if something happens. I am sure we all have pitted next to someone and had no idea who they are. I know some of this maybe on the reg form, but having it all in 1 space sure makes it easier.
Back protector ..I knew I'd leave out something obvious :roll: Good idea on the Medical info and i've done good with keeping talented Pit Bitches :lol:
Rob, be sure to bring plenty of antacid, cuz i'll be bringing my smoker to alot more events next year. i'll even smoke some brisket so Schuster can eat with us too... L
oh yea ....pork .Its the gator aid that gets me .If you need some bucks let me know .I could have eaten three times as much .I think I speak for everyone on this . Dont forget the RED BULL
oh yeah. i'll bring triple the amount of beans too, so K3 can get enough and leave some for everyone else, too! gingerman was just an experiment, I'll really do it up right this spring.
Good point. And if you borrow the gas tank off of one bike to put on another bike, don't forget to bring the keys to both bikes. Otherwise, you're in for a big surprise when you eventually go to put more gas in the bike.
I didnt know that was sanctioned foot race in the parking lot... according to the pit bitch i talked to, it was more like a foot chase to make sure the head lead instructor made it to class in the morning. On a serious note: A friend of some type is always a good idea. How many times have we seen disaster strike to someone who came alone and didnt know anyone there. Plus they are handy to have around when the pit bitch is unavailable or just not speaking to you. Also, a truck or trailer.... don't ride to the track. Why tempt fate? Another good bit of advice i have seen is to program a number under ICE (In Case of Emergency) into your cell phone. That way, if someone does have to make that call, it is easy to find in your phone.
A fan for the dog days of summer. Really helps you and the bike between sessions. 2 words ... Baby Powder... Park near one of the Motorhomes, and save your generator. Tell the Motorhome folks you dont want to make so much noise, and ruin the satellite TV, so could you just "plug in"?
here's my race weekend checklist.... Chrge trnspdr Weather Race sched Directns Track map points transponder Last notes Bike Pit bike key generator compressor certs iou?s tire cart table jug spare yard stick helmets tool box white boxes racquetball trans chrgr lap timer settrack name air pump ez up tent lights fans radio chairs stool paper towels rags tripod beacon battry sunglasses straps/ bung ball/ receiver trailer plug race gas pump gas stands ramp oil/filter coolers jumper cables ac/dc convtr radar detector clipboard extra parts bin carpet gas funnel extra wheels spare plastic white notebk ear plugs trash can/bag swap keyfobs glasses leathers boots gloves wallet camera cds, dvd laptop magazines cell phone phone charger ice monster food water camera chrgr blackbook suitcase dirty clth bag black bag alarm clock lactaid asthma med shorts sandals sweatshirt pillow sleep bag bed roll cots bath towel hat pen cue camera battry chapstick tpr #1389647 wera #18510 exp 2/25/05 vin#js1gn7ba712100630
Here is my list I started last week. I'm not finished yet. 1. Spare keys for bike, lock,bed cover, trailer,& hitch. 2. Two small cans of gas or race fuel 3. Riding gear: leather suit, boots, helmet, gloves, & back protecter. 4. Timer beacon & tripod (remember to recharge the batteries for the beacon). 5. Two chairs 6. Cooler stocked with plenty of water and gatoraide. 7. Canopy 8. Crash box: Contents to include,cordless drill & bits,wire ties,duct-tape,rags, spare parts, foot pump 9. Tool box 10. Calibrated air pressure gauge 11. Medical card 12. Trackday folder 13. Camera 14. Cellphone w/charger 15. Bike stands & triangle stand 16. Trailer&bike which includes spare tire, and ramp. (piece of wood for the trailer to rest on)
my list: Bike & key plus spare key Helmet & spare visors (clear, yellow, tinted) leathers gloves boots back protector plate extra clothes towel(s) gasoline tools tire gauge & pump rear stand - front stand wheels, spares snacks Penut butter and jelly sandwiches and water/juices canopy blanket sun tan lotion umbrella bug spray note book asprin hat IR thermometer safety wire gaffer tape (like Duct tape doesn't leave adhesive behind) towels paper towels (suitable substitute) atlas (for long distance trips) tent, sleeping bag, cardboard (for under lay of sleeping bag) XR-100 broom tire groover (in case rain tires are gone and it rains heavy or to turn street tires into rain tires for a friend) lounge chair/chair