You have a long layoff and are itching for some fast-paced action? Head to the nearest track and you might be pleasantly surprised by just how easy it is to rack up some respectable race results on the back of a goofy grin. You don’t need to be the best driver in the world to have a great time – as long as you keep your eyes open for those quirky go-karting trophies, the fun is almost guaranteed.
The Difference In Skill
The skills required to successfully navigate two wheels and a stick shift are quite different to those needed to pilot a racing car on the open road. While a skilled driver can make the most of even the most obscure of track layouts, it’s all but guaranteed that you’ll be able to pull off some amazing overtakes in a brightly-coloured go-kart. Overtaking is often less about skill and more about luck, as circuits are often designed to be somewhat unclimbable which puts more of a focus on speed than on strategy. This is all the more reason why it’s a good idea to get involved in something you’re not used to, or necessarily skilled at – it might just bring out the best in you!
The bottom line is that if you’re looking for an activity that requires skill but won’t hurt your wallet too much, try out goofy karting. You might just have the best time you ever had.
Familiarity
If the thought of going up against other drivers makes you anxious or turns you off wanting to compete, then why not take a step back and just enjoy the thrill of a lap around a familiar track with your mates? The more you put in, the more you’ll get out, right? The more you know, the more you can do. Familiarity breeds confidence, and confidence is what you need to be taking into a racing match.
There’s also the fact that courses are designed to be driven in a certain way – the backstretch is usually an incline which encourages drivers to push harder and higher. Going uphill is all the more difficult when you’re used to driving on flat terrain, so it’s good for your muscles as well as for your pride to get out there and prove you’re still able to drive aggressively.
Strategy
If you’re looking for a bit of strategy in your next outing, then there are plenty of options available to you. As with any game, picking a strategy and sticking to it makes for much more interesting races. The flip side is that if you’re not sure what strategy to pick, then you might end up playing it safe and that rarely yields the best results.
If you’re going up against experienced drivers, then it might be a good idea to play it safe and hope they make a mistake so you can catch them off guard. This rarely works in real life (even the most talented drivers are not perfect, after all) so why waste your time and effort trying to outwit a foe? Instead, look for a way to outmuscle them. When you’re in front, you can pull off some amazing stunts and show off your driving skills, which might just win you the admiration of your fellow competitors!
Fun
Last but not least, we have the fun factor. If you enjoy being on the move as much as getting behind the wheel, then why not give it a go? Racing is exciting, whether you’re walking down the pit lane during a break or waiting for the race to begin. The atmosphere in the stadium is electric, and you might just find that being a spectator is as enjoyable as being in the thick of the action. Sometimes it’s difficult to find the right motivation to get out of bed in the morning, but you’ll never find that peace and tranquility at the top of a volcano. It’s all about finding the fun in everyday life and remembering that excitement and joy can make you a better person. Maybe you should try out an activity that brings some of that magic into your everyday life. Who knows? You might just find that it’s the best way to spend your time, and make the most of those extra pounds you’ve been putting on.
As you might imagine, there are countless ways in which you can have fun whilst driving. From racing to going down the mountain in a safe and controlled manner, it really is up to you. The key is to find something that suits your personality and gives you that competitive edge you need to succeed. You might just enjoy yourself so much that you forget all about those nasty little trophies!