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01-27-2017, 04:06 PM
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Don't get me wrong, I LOVED going to the track, spending time at the paddock. Just not sure about the little ones 
As you mention, there's a lot for us to do at the track, whether it's talking with mechanics, working on the car, talking to other drivers, etc., and to be good at the sport you need to be doing those things, but then I'm not sure how interested kids will be when you're having technical discussions about car setup.
Just wanted to hear how some of you (if you have young toddler kids) managed to balance both as I'm trying to figure it out for myself. As you know, it's not just the track days/racing weekends that consume our time. We also have our iRacing, cars and coffees on weekends, working on the car, etc. Maybe if posted in the wrong thread I apologize, didn't mean to hijack.
As you mention, there's a lot for us to do at the track, whether it's talking with mechanics, working on the car, talking to other drivers, etc., and to be good at the sport you need to be doing those things, but then I'm not sure how interested kids will be when you're having technical discussions about car setup.Just wanted to hear how some of you (if you have young toddler kids) managed to balance both as I'm trying to figure it out for myself. As you know, it's not just the track days/racing weekends that consume our time. We also have our iRacing, cars and coffees on weekends, working on the car, etc. Maybe if posted in the wrong thread I apologize, didn't mean to hijack.
Never a need to apologize as all threads on RL eventually go in other directions!
01-28-2017, 12:35 PM
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I think it all depends on how supportive the family is..........if they want you to race, they will do everything in their power to make it happen. If they don't, then every excuse in the book will be made as to why you should not go. As for little ones, it might be a great time to spend with Grandpa and Grandma or other loving family members or friends.