novice track day p3
 

sharing the track

This is what makes many people hesitant to participate, but as long as you properly observe the rules that are set out with regards to overtaking and being overtaken, it's a piece of cake. There were no collisions all afternoon (in fact they're rare) and there was a mutual respect between fast and slow cars and drivers alike. Honestly, the most stressful thing might have been making sure my car was holding together during all that redlining and throttle-steering! I had one of the slowest cars out there, but I kept an eye on the mirrors, and on my prompt signal, faster cars overtook with no drama whatsoever.
 

I shared the track with some very fast motors
 

not crashing

The best advice is to drive at a level you're comfortable with, and really try to understand what the car is doing underneath you. Don't even worry about the whole competitive angle, or trying to keep up - a Lamborghini Gallardo will be faster than me no matter what I do, so I didn't feel under any pressure in that regard. Besides, he always waited until I signalled before he shot past.

Start off a bit slow for the first few laps to familiarise yourself and warm up the car, then build up your speed gradually. That way you can compare what's going on under you from one lap to the next, and get a sense for when you - or your car - can push no harder. Once you've reached that point, simply enjoy the day and the interaction between yourself and your motor.

Before you're unleashed in your own car though, you'll be briefed on the ideal braking points, cornering lines, and exit points. In addition, boards will be posted along the entire circuit for each corner, indicating where you should brake, turn in and finally, straighten out and apply full throttle.
 

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