Karting 101
Karting 101

Author: Eric S. Gunderson

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-04-25

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9781544823423

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The sport of competitive kart racing is considered by many to be the most fundamental and exciting branch of motorsports available worldwide. Performance karts are lightweight, agile, and provide the thrill of racing competition at an accessible level for thousands of participants across the globe each year. Written by national and regional karting champion Eric Gunderson, "Karting 101" serves to educate the complete new-comer about the sport, and provides them the information necessary to begin their first foray into karting. From the basics of kart chassis dynamics to karting safety gear, "Karting 101" covers karting in a comprehensive yet accessible format.

Karting
Karting

Author: Jeff Grist Memo Gidley

Publisher:

Published:

Total Pages: 166

ISBN-13: 9781610590617

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Now that people are starting to see that karting is the perfect training ground for professional racers of all stripes—as well as a not-so-expensive alternative to full-scale road racing and oval track racing—it’s become the fastest-growing motorsport in the U.S. and the world. For the novice confronted with a bewildering array of choices—kart types and classes, road racing, sprint track racing, oval racing—this book offers answers. The best single resource on kart racing, Karting will teach you the ins and outs of the sport, from choosing a class and kart to selecting safety equipment to performing maintenance and mastering racing techniques that will get you up to speed on the track.

Kart Racing
Kart Racing

Author: Paul Challen

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2014-12-15

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 149940154X

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Kart racing isn’t just a ride in an amusement park go-kart—it’s an extreme racing sport not for the faint of heart! Readers will learn about all aspects of the open-wheel racing sport, from when it began, how the cars are constructed, and how drivers tackle the four different kinds of tracks. “Fast Fact” fact boxes and sidebars cover safety tips and famous moments in the sport’s history. The text concludes with tips for how young people can get involved.

Racing Karts
Racing Karts

Author: Alison G. Norville

Publisher: Enslow Publishing, LLC

Published: 2017-12-15

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13: 0766094162

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What is an inexpensive and fun way to get started in the world of motor sports? Karting is a good way to start racing. About half of the kart racers in the United States are under the age of eighteen. It may start as a hobby or it can be your first step in a professional driving career. There are go-kart groups for kids of almost any age, experience level, or budget. Color photographs, a glossary, and exciting fact boxes will get readers revved up for the sport.

Karting
Karting

Author: Rosemary G. Washington

Publisher: Lerner Publications

Published: 1980

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9780822504351

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An introduction to karting, including its development, different types of karts and races, professional karting, and champions of the sport.

Kart Racing
Kart Racing

Author: Jay H. Smith

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9781560652298

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Learn about kart history, competition and classes.

Kart Racers
Kart Racers

Author: Alison G. Norville

Publisher: Enslow Publishing, LLC

Published: 2010-01-01

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9780766034822

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An exciting new series of high interest books that will appeal to even the most reluctant readers contains action-packed photographs and stories of the hottest racing vehicles and races for kids.

Go-Kart Racing
Go-Kart Racing

Author: John Hamilton

Publisher: ABDO

Published: 2014-08-15

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1629684945

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Kick excitement into high gear with this extreme title! Short, easy-to-read text pairs with full-color, action-packed photos to introduce young adventurers to go-kart racing. Readers will learn the history of go-kart racing and about go-karts, including the frame, tires, and engine, chassis, and suspension. Safety equipment is discussed including helmets, driving suits, neck braces, rib protectors, pads, gloves, and boots. Types of racing are covered such as circuit, sprint, enduro, and speedway racing, as are different classes of completion. Extreme facts supplement the text, leaving future go-kart racers excited about Action Sports! Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.