GLENN CARPENTER RAY WHITE CARPENTER NZ
When / how did you first get into racing ? I raced road bikes on circuits in the 90s and always wanted to go back to it . 25 years of weekend open homes made that tricky . I promised myself that I would be off the tools before I was 50 and I would race again . I chose flat track because it ’ s a lot of fun and sideways is always best !
What do you love most about it ? It ’ s very casual and a great bunch of people . We race on dirt speedway ovals all over the country .
Do you have any tips for beginners or people who might want to give it a go ? It ’ s easy to get into . A converted motocross bike is a great start .
PETER DIAMANTIDIS RAY WHITE DIAMANTIDIS NSW
When / how did you first get into racing ? Around 2020 I was invited to a few race days then I decided to buy a car to race on the track . I now race a Porsche GT4 RS but previous to that was a Lamborghini Performante .
What do you love most about it ? Being on different tracks in Australia so I travel around from each state with a group .
What has been your highlight or favourite moment to date ? Racing at Albert Park in 2022 on the week of the Grand Prix .
Do you have any tips for beginners or people who might want to give it a go ? Get a lot of one-on-one training prior to going on the track and don ’ t be a hero , follow your lines and you will have great race times .
DARREN DOWD RAY WHITE BAULKHAM HILLS NSW
When / how did you first get into racing ? I grew up in a family of motorsport enthusiasts and spent most weekends at race tracks . I have been racing karts for around 14 years .
What do you love most about it ? Spending time with my mates , always working out how to go faster and the adrenaline of course .
What has been your highlight or favourite moment to date ? Finishing on the podium is always an achievement . Travelling to interstate race meetings with my fellow karters is exciting .
Do you have any tips for beginners or people who might want to give it a go ? You have to obtain a karting licence to drive a kart as they travel up to 170kph . It is very expensive compared to other hobbies , but that said , buying a used kart to start with is a much cheaper option .
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