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By *norkster OP Man
over a year ago
Darlington and beyond |
My son's asked me today if I'll buy him a car so he can start 'grass tracking', he's 11 but apparently you can start when you're 12..
Thing is, I used to ride motorbikes and had a pretty bad crash and ended up in hospital, not as bad as my friend who lost his fingers, then later his life.
I know it's not the same, but should I think about it and live with the risk of injury...? |
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over a year ago
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Dude i race motocross and its a brutal sport but just think of the fun you had and the friends you made threw the sports. Do it the right way teach him whats right wrong and let the lad have fun  |
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"Dude i race motocross and its a brutal sport but just think of the fun you had and the friends you made threw the sports. Do it the right way teach him whats right wrong and let the lad have fun "
I agree.. and remember that lots of people do "dangerous sports" but don't die. Considerably more actually.
We're here for a good time... not a long time.
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"My son's asked me today if I'll buy him a car so he can start 'grass tracking', he's 11 but apparently you can start when you're 12..
Thing is, I used to ride motorbikes and had a pretty bad crash and ended up in hospital, not as bad as my friend who lost his fingers, then later his life.
I know it's not the same, but should I think about it and live with the risk of injury...?"
As long as the car has a decent roll cage and good seat and harness he should be ok. Most series will be able to supply the regulations the car has to be built to and it will be well scrutinised by marshalls beforehand to make sure it's safe to compete. I held a competition license for many years and was a member of the B.R.D.C. and never had any form of off or accident, doesn't stop you as a parent worrying though. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"My other half does grass tracking, it's one of the safer ones, lots of rules and safety stuff. The social side of it isn't too bad either "
As above make sure he has all the protective gear neck braces the lot, i wont get on my bike with out my armour and kneebraces, if its done correctly motosport is by far the best sport to get into |
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Most sports are dangerous in some way or another ? Motor sports have a pretty good safety record in general there are more people badly injured playing rugby or horse riding than most sports but it's the risk everyone takes when competing in any sport .
We can wrap our kids in cotton wool but that doesn't give them any life skills or character , but we can assess the risks in any sport and make sure we give them the right equipment, tools, coaching to keep them as safe as possible whilst they are doing something they enjoy |
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By (user no longer on site)
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We can wrap our kids in cotton wool but that doesn't give them any life skills or character , but we can assess the risks in any sport and make sure we give them the right equipment, tools, coaching to keep them as safe as possible whilst they are doing something they enjoy "
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By *norkster OP Man
over a year ago
Darlington and beyond |
"Most sports are dangerous in some way or another ? Motor sports have a pretty good safety record in general there are more people badly injured playing rugby or horse riding than most sports but it's the risk everyone takes when competing in any sport .
We can wrap our kids in cotton wool but that doesn't give them any life skills or character , but we can assess the risks in any sport and make sure we give them the right equipment, tools, coaching to keep them as safe as possible whilst they are doing something they enjoy "
Good call, just remember when I was a kid I was reckless and always in bandages, different now I guess.. |
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We are grass track racers, cars are very safe, very strong rollcage and other safety systems the only thing I would add is a hans device or similar as I won't race without one since I bought mine.
If you want any more info pm us |
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By *norkster OP Man
over a year ago
Darlington and beyond |
"We are grass track racers, cars are very safe, very strong rollcage and other safety systems the only thing I would add is a hans device or similar as I won't race without one since I bought mine.
If you want any more info pm us"
Thx, will be in touch x |
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Grass track is a great way to get into motorsport. If you are buying a car make sure you have it checked over properly. If you are building yourself get advice. Speak to the technical people from your local race.
If you want some independent advice pm me. |
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Firstly, your child needs to learn to drive. Your child cannot simply turn up to a meeting in say a Nissan Micra, which is in the lowest class and hope to compete, when they have no idea about clutch control, steering, braking etc. It would be embarrassing and suicidal, stalling the car, never moving from the start line.
Once your child has learned to drive, look at the NASA rules which govern autograss racing. Nothing to do with the space agency in America! |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"My son's asked me today if I'll buy him a car so he can start 'grass tracking', he's 11 but apparently you can start when you're 12..
Thing is, I used to ride motorbikes and had a pretty bad crash and ended up in hospital, not as bad as my friend who lost his fingers, then later his life.
I know it's not the same, but should I think about it and live with the risk of injury...?"
motorsport is great to get kids into. My daughter wants to get into it. She isn't old enough yet but have got her a rally driving experience for her birthday...
It's not for others to say... Its your child. X |
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By *norkster OP Man
over a year ago
Darlington and beyond |
"Firstly, your child needs to learn to drive. Your child cannot simply turn up to a meeting in say a Nissan Micra, which is in the lowest class and hope to compete, when they have no idea about clutch control, steering, braking etc. It would be embarrassing and suicidal, stalling the car, never moving from the start line.
Once your child has learned to drive, look at the NASA rules which govern autograss racing. Nothing to do with the space agency in America!"
Thanks. This one was funny as he's already been looking at cars and it was a Nissan Micra he pointed out.
He's tall for his age so he can reach the pedals but I'll look into all of this advice |
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By *norkster OP Man
over a year ago
Darlington and beyond |
"Grass track is a great way to get into motorsport. If you are buying a car make sure you have it checked over properly. If you are building yourself get advice. Speak to the technical people from your local race.
If you want some independent advice pm me. "
Thanks, probably will |
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By *reddy96Man
over a year ago
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My sons started mini moto racin at 6 & 7 oldest just waitin to get licence bac and other is 18 now and races a 750 at thundersport. Hav had some great proud moments with my sons.still am proud now watchin them |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I don't know anything about grass track racing but I do know a thing or six about kids.
Kids will either do something with your knowledge, input and some degree of control or they will go ahead and do it anyway without you and the backup you can provide.
I know which I'd prefer.
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