A few things change in the wet, kart set up and the lines we take on the track.
You need to use 'Wets' in full rain,these are tyres with more grip than slicks. Front wheels out as far as possible for more turn, Rear wheels should be in for more grip.
My weight doesn't play a huge factor in the wet in fact it helps my race as I'm lower down sticking to the track! Just as well because I wear extra clothing, A full water proof suit over my race wear and rubber boots.
My helmet is replaced with the clear visor to aid my view and I use anti fog spray to stop it getting steamed up!!!
Before the race a waterproof cover protects my kart, and on the grid umbrellas are held over the drivers .
My racing lines change so I take the outside of the track and I don't hit the apex because I'd spin out. A smooth drive in the rain is important never slamming the breaks.
Update....
I raced my best this weekend I came away with 4th place - I'm really chuffed with my result. I held 3rd in the final so so long then lost a little bit of time through a puddle, allowing Jordan Timberlake to over take me :( with only 2 laps to go.
Things are going in the right direction for me. Love Brooke xx
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