I'm getting into Karting this year for the first time. I'm excited as he'll too ! I'm just a young 65 year old that isn't putting it off anymore... it's a 2 and a half hour to the closest track. I'm just doing arrive and drive this year but do need all the gear .thanks for your videos.
I want to mention that it’s pretty important to try out the equipment first and see if they fit comfortably or not. Yes, I do know its most common to buy online these days but really try it out. My sparco gloves i’ve had for a year now and they’re starting to get small and recently got a new Arai helmet and fits nicely. I’ve also tried wearing a Bell helmet but I noticed it felt a bit too tight around my cheeks so i tried out Arai instead.
In addition to your kit list, i'd suggest. Sparco or OMP neck collars for Kadet and juniors especially. Sparco rib protector (Under suit) too. OMP collar is better for juniors as it's chunkier and helps until neck strength is built up. The sparco neck collar is great but doesn't lock the neck to the helmet. My son got mashed by a novice and he was sparko'd out. Big crash and both kids wore neck braces. Saved both kids from neck injuries and kept their heads upright and airways open till medical support on the track. I wear the adult Sparco rib protector under my suit for Indoor myself. Sparco Kart collar too. The OMP Kart collar really locks in the helmet to the shoulders in comparison and is better for kids. Keep up the good work fella!
Agree with all that, except maybe I'd put shoes in second personally. Went to improve the contact surfaces and have the best feel on the pedals. But I can see both ways.
@@kartingtipsive used karting gloves for sim racing but id like to get a suit and ive looked at the sparco kerb but my biggest consern is because its fia rated id probably get to hot and k1 offers some good racing gear also
you forgot to mention other safety gear, when going into rotax always buy a rib protector and also a HANS device that will protect your neck. for me as a 12 year old who wants to get into rotax and others, it is hard and near impossible, my relatives thinks it is cringe, not only that but its way too expensive, thats why i stick to rental karting. i also dont wear any sort of protective gear, they do have some leather "helmets" that are made of soft padding and leather, it looks like one of these f1 1956 helmets, but its all leather.
I wanted to ask about rib protection, but there's already a lot of comments here regarding this piece of equipment. Myself, I've never been in an accident hard enough to consider buying it, but other guys on my track wear it. However, if your track has bad surface, it might be useful. One more thing, prior to a racing suit if you can't afford one yet. Not a piece of specific equipment, but still - a long-sleeve shirt. Protects your elbows from bruising after hitting the barriers.
Hello man.... Really helpful video but is it possible to tell me the model of the suit? Also all the other equipment (except from the helmet) is FIA approved?
Awesome breakdown. I just bought my son a MT Helmet for £40.00 - I wasnt sure what I might receive for that price, but it arrived yesterday and it is incredible value for money. Hard to believe it only cost 40 quid! Also, what about neck braces? With my son being so young a neck brace was one of the first things we bought, to distribute the weight of a helmet evenly across his shoulders, as well as to absorb any impacts.. and rib protector too, surely a rib protector is more essential than the right boots, which are more about performance?
also, i wanna say this. some people might say that their ribs will feel painful at the end of a kart session. you shoulda included the rib protector in this video
@@antoniosamaranchi3223 My last Karting coach discouraged rib protectors! In fact he never wore a rib protector even in Rotax Karts 😆His influence is rubbing off on me 😂
Great question! The first step to getting into pro karting is deciding on a championship. Rotax & IAME are some of the top championships in the world but it depends on which country you live in. These championships require you to join a team and buy your own kart. There will be a season calendar for these championships and incentives for the winners (e.g ticket to Rotax World Finals). The key is practice regularly and join a championship which you would eventually want to win. This will be your best chance to get recognized and hopefully sign sponsors to support your journey.
