Lee is "disturbed that we seem to sit around and make laughable jokes about
very
serious situations. . ." Anyone who has ever been through (a serious
situation) can fully appreciate the need to joke and banter about it. Either
it is taken this way (albeit with a serious understanding or the possible
consequences) or real fear sets in, erodes confidence, and the racer ends up
finding a new hobby.
Whatever vintage racing is, it is still racing, with all the risks inherent
to motorsport. That's why training, 5 point belts, SA95 helmets, nomex
shoes, gloves and multiple-layer suits, fire systems and fuel cells are
required.
JH Bahn
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