I listen to a Formula 1 podcast called Missed Apex. It’s a bunch of guys chatting about the latest race from their garden sheds. They’re knowledgeable about racing and don’t take themselves too seriously; it’s my favourite podcast.
They hold a karting competition twice a year and I got to participate in my first one today! It took place down at Brighton Karting, so I took my folding bike on a train down from London and cycled the final 20 mins to the track.
They had 42 people participating, where each person got to race in 3 heats. The results of the heats determine if you get into the A, B, or C final.
I managed to move forward and gain places in every race, and ended up coming 3rd in the B final.
It was an awesome day filled with a lots of nerdy motosport chat, and a healthy dose of adrenaline, speed, and competition. A great Saturday. Here’s a short 15 second clip with some shots of the track and the A Final podium.