Passing can be fun but it can also be frustrating, scary, and dangerous. When two riders collide on track it seldom ends well for anyone. However, passing can be an outstanding skill building exercise. Before I go any further, this is in the context of track days, NOT racing. The higher up you go in …
I continue to be awed by what great events Track Time puts on up at The Ridge. This is my second outing there this season and I had the privilege of sharing a garage with Ken, Phil, CJ, and his crew. I was supposed to spend the second day doing 1-on-1 coaching with Ken but …
With a season pass with Track Time in the Pacific Northwest, I went up for my first weekend with them to The Ridge Motorsports Park (aka ‘The Ridge’). I did the usual drive in 2 days, stopping off to stay with my good friends Julia & Michael in Bend, Oregon. In an effort to make …
A lot of modern bikes have electronics and these are huge advents in safety. These electronics often include ABS, riding modes that cover traction control (TC), engine maps, etc. As far as track riding is concerned, it’s also a very effective way to build confidence in the bike and your own application of technique. I …
It never fails to amaze me that people believe that you need slicks for track days, regardless of pace. To be clear, slicks do offer greater grip most anywhere, but that requires a few things be met:* Yes, you should use warmers. If you’re diligent and restrained, you can warm them up with a couple …