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Gearing Up


A huge shout out to my amazing sponsors who are making this happen!

Knyte Ryderz
Curve Unit www.curveunit.com
CT Racing www.ctracetires.com

And a huge thanks to the many individuals who have helped out immeasurably (see previous blog post)!


Race season is almost upon me – I skipped the first AFM round at Buttonwillow for a number of reasons, but am geared up and (almost) ready to roll out to Round 2 at Sonoma Raceway! At least my first race will be at my favorite track, even if it’s not the easiest, it’s close to home and I like it. I’ll be attending the 3J’s charity trackday the Wednesday before the races, it’ll be a chance to get back into track mode, solidify my lines/reference points/etc. Won’t be a super fast day since it’s a charity event, but right now I just want everything solid – I’ll worry about adding speed over the weekend J

I’ve had some amazing sponsors step up and take a chance on a total newb to the race community. Knyte Ryderz has repaired both of my leather suits. Curve Unit has waived dues, and CT Racing has provided a nice discount on my favorite tires.

The excitement (and sheer terror) is mounting, and I can hardly wait to get back out onto the track. Riding the street just isn’t the same anymore and I’m looking forward to not only being a spectator at this next race round, but being a part of the action. I was never one who was happy to sit and watch – and now I won’t be!

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