If you're serious about racing go-carts, there are plenty of others serious about beating you on the track. Go-carts are more than a hobby. They are a passion for many people who make up the racing circuit and go-cart industry.
Difficulty:
Moderately challenging
Instructions
Driving Gloves
Helmets
Dreamcast Flag To Flag CART Racing
1
Visit your local racing center and track. Ask about the types of cart racing they offer.
2
Watch a few races to see if go-cart racing is for you.
3
Read the carting (also spelled "karting") magazines.
4
Take a driving course and learn the basics of starting, stopping, maintenance, track rules, turning and safety.
5
Learn about the motor sports and cart world through Briggs & Stratton's Web site.
6
Study the history and rules of the sport by visiting the World Karting Web site or calling the International Karting Federation at (909) 625-5497.
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