I have a kid living down the street who has been doing karts for a few years
now, and quite well from what I understand. I had asked his father about the
Jr. Dragster program and he indicated that the speeds were too slow for his
son who is doing 85-100 in his enduro kart, age 10 now. A restrictive speed
in our environment may not appeal to the kids we are trying to attract to
LSR.
Dan W
----- Original Message -----
From: Dale & Evelyn Thomas <bikerschoice@worldnet.att.net>
To: John Beckett <landspeedracer@email.msn.com>
Cc: lsr list <land-speed@autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, January 31, 2000 9:29 PM
Subject: Re: Youngsters
> John,
> A size limit, or configuration rule would be the easiest way to limit
the
> speeds. As far as how much speed can a 12 year old handle?. That really
> depends on the kid. Some are going to be able to handle more than others
due
> to natural talent and lack of fear (common sense?). Here is where a
> graduated or progressive type of license like adults use might make sense.
> Just, a weird thought, how about a Briggs & Stratton or Tecumseh type
> engines with various type of restrictor plates, based on a license. Go as
> fast as you can, as long as you use a certain size restrictor. It would
work
> with any carburetor engine.
>
> Dale "Chief" Thomas
>
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