How to Dress for Racing School

Professional drivers have to dress to protect themselves from intense heat and potential fires caused by an accident. A combination of fire-retardant clothing and protective gear create a tolerable environment for hours spent in a race car. Attendees of a racing school need to dress appropriately before getting behind the wheel.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Moisture-wicking undergarments
• T-shirt
• Comfortable pants
• Tennis shoes
• Driving gloves
• Bandanna or sweat band

1. Start with a thin underlayer of moisture-wicking clothing when you dress for racing school. Sporting goods stores stock tops and shorts that prevent perspiration in hot environments.
2. Wear a T-shirt with a loose fit when you dress for racing school. Most schools provide safety equipment and outfits as part of the cost. You can show your love of a particular driver or race team and stay comfortable with a league-sponsored shirt.
3. Locate your favorite pair of jeans as you dress for racing school. Your pants should be comfortable enough for long hours of sitting behind the wheel.
4. Leave your boots and casual shoes behind as you dress for racing lessons. Old tennis shoes are encouraged as a way to increase foot flexibility and sensitivity for gear shifting, braking and acceleration.
5. Inquire about the type of shield used on helmets provided at your driving school. Most helmets have a tinted shield to protect your eyes from the glare off of polished cars. You should pack a pair of sunglasses for outdoor lessons where you won't wear your helmet.
6. Bring a pair of leather driving gloves as part of your outfit for racing school. A good pair of gloves will help your hands stay dry in a hot car and maintain a firm grip on the wheel.
7. Test driving suits ahead of your first class at a racing school to ensure a good fit. Schools with height and weight limitations will offer a full range of racing suits to meet student needs within those limitations.
8. Provide your hat size as part of your racing application to ensure a helmet is reserved for your racing lessons. The interior of a helmet can be adjusted to fit a wide variety of head sizes, but your hat size may require special arrangements.
9. Pack a sweat band or bandanna to wear under your helmet during racing lessons. You need to wear these items high enough on your forehead to prevent slippage during a race that could obscure your line of sight.