Another view from the clubhouse of Alvis having a flying lap
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Alvis Flying Lap At Kart Center Biscarrosse
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
My First Pole Position In Minime 2011
It was a very special race day for Alvis. First, it was his 9 year old birthday on the race weekend and second, his 'Gong Gong' and 'Ah Ma' came to France to see him race.
A family photo with Alvis' Sodi race kart
This is also the first time we engaged CSKart47 race assistance to manage Alvis for the weekend. Due to my limited knowledge in the 2 stoke kart engine and carburetor setup and tuning, we thought it will be better to try it out with the professional.
Snap shot with CSKart47 Chief, Cedric (right) and mechanic, Johan (left)
The timing said it all. This is Alvis first pole position in the new category, 9 to 12 year old (birthday in the year). After his entry in Feb, he has been training hard on the track. I guessed he has progressed and I was moving too slowly as his mechanic.
Fastest during chronos and secure his first pole position of the year
Just look at his size amongst his category, that, however did not stop him from wanting to race with them. In fact, he is looking forward to race with the bigger boys. When comes to racing, he is all ready to race with anyone regardless of age and size.
Having a chat with the big boys before the briefing for the racers.
Thank you CSKart47 for managing Alvis during the race weekend and provide a good setup and tuning to enable a pole position for him.
Johan and Alvis on PP during the lineup.
It was a very good experience for Alvis as he has learned how to take the lead during the formation lap.
The starting line
What Alvis lack during the race was luck. He was 'touched' on the back on the first corner and was skidded out of the track. Though able to restart engine and continue the race but were many seconds behind. It was a rain and shine situation throughout the race and we know it wasn't easy on the kart setup as well as for Alvis. Nevertheless, We were happy for the weekend.
Crossing the finishing line
We would like to thank Cedric the chief, Johan the mechanic and staff of CSKart47 for the assistance in managing Alvis for the race weekend. Also not forgetting 'Gong Gong', 'Ah Ma', Peter Chong and wife for coming to support Alvis on his race. Lastly, we would like to thank FFSA and circuit Kart System de Merignac for organising the race.
This is also the first time we engaged CSKart47 race assistance to manage Alvis for the weekend. Due to my limited knowledge in the 2 stoke kart engine and carburetor setup and tuning, we thought it will be better to try it out with the professional.
The timing said it all. This is Alvis first pole position in the new category, 9 to 12 year old (birthday in the year). After his entry in Feb, he has been training hard on the track. I guessed he has progressed and I was moving too slowly as his mechanic.
Just look at his size amongst his category, that, however did not stop him from wanting to race with them. In fact, he is looking forward to race with the bigger boys. When comes to racing, he is all ready to race with anyone regardless of age and size.
Thank you CSKart47 for managing Alvis during the race weekend and provide a good setup and tuning to enable a pole position for him.
It was a very good experience for Alvis as he has learned how to take the lead during the formation lap.
What Alvis lack during the race was luck. He was 'touched' on the back on the first corner and was skidded out of the track. Though able to restart engine and continue the race but were many seconds behind. It was a rain and shine situation throughout the race and we know it wasn't easy on the kart setup as well as for Alvis. Nevertheless, We were happy for the weekend.
We would like to thank Cedric the chief, Johan the mechanic and staff of CSKart47 for the assistance in managing Alvis for the race weekend. Also not forgetting 'Gong Gong', 'Ah Ma', Peter Chong and wife for coming to support Alvis on his race. Lastly, we would like to thank FFSA and circuit Kart System de Merignac for organising the race.
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Enjoying The Race
The 2nd Race took place at Muret, Toulouse. A more technical and tougher track with many corners and two short straights.
Muret circuit at Toulouse
As usual, striking a pose before going out to the track for practice and not forgetting to give a thumb up sign.
Again, new to the track and Alvis has to grab every opportunity to discover the best racing line possible. Though following the local racers will help but the little racer will still love to explore out of the local racing line. I guess this is where Alvis learns and get the ability to adapt to different circuits fast.
Photo courtesy of Patrick Lascombes
Alvis making an overtaking attempt during a practice session.
Photo courtesy of Patrick Lascombes
Alvis made good progress during the practice session. This time round, Antoine was not with us and I was trying my luck with the setting up of the kart with some helps from other mechanics onsite.
Photo courtesy of Stéphane Agnus
Being the youngest in his category, Alvis surprised many during the chrono laps clocking the 4th fastest although with limited times on the track. 2nd row on the grid during the qualification and maintained his position till the checkered flag before we break for lunch.
Photo courtesy of Stéphane Agnus
History kind of repeated itself from the first race. Things wasn't going the way as the morning as the afternoon is getting hotter. During the pre-final, Alvis was going steadily during the formation lap and keeping close to the front row. When the red lights off to sign a start of the race, Alvis pressed on the throttle but only to experience a slow in respond from the engine. Dropping from 4th to 11th after the first corner and gained back 2 places to finish 9th. Was feeling uneasy while trying to meddle with the carburettor before the final and told Alvis to complete the race no matter what happen to the kart. True enough, the kart lost power and Alvis fighting hard to maintain his position but only to see that his position was dropping and was the last to cross the finishing line.
Photo courtesy of Stéphane Agnus
Nevertheless, it was an exciting race for us both as a racer and a mechanic. There are plenty for us to learn, try and put to use on the right moment. Alvis made a few more friends and was welcomed by the the locals to practice together with them. We thank them for the invitations and will certainly find time to meet up though it is more than 3 hours drive away.
As usual, striking a pose before going out to the track for practice and not forgetting to give a thumb up sign.
Again, new to the track and Alvis has to grab every opportunity to discover the best racing line possible. Though following the local racers will help but the little racer will still love to explore out of the local racing line. I guess this is where Alvis learns and get the ability to adapt to different circuits fast.
Photo courtesy of Patrick Lascombes
Alvis made good progress during the practice session. This time round, Antoine was not with us and I was trying my luck with the setting up of the kart with some helps from other mechanics onsite.
Photo courtesy of Stéphane Agnus
Being the youngest in his category, Alvis surprised many during the chrono laps clocking the 4th fastest although with limited times on the track. 2nd row on the grid during the qualification and maintained his position till the checkered flag before we break for lunch.
Photo courtesy of Stéphane Agnus
History kind of repeated itself from the first race. Things wasn't going the way as the morning as the afternoon is getting hotter. During the pre-final, Alvis was going steadily during the formation lap and keeping close to the front row. When the red lights off to sign a start of the race, Alvis pressed on the throttle but only to experience a slow in respond from the engine. Dropping from 4th to 11th after the first corner and gained back 2 places to finish 9th. Was feeling uneasy while trying to meddle with the carburettor before the final and told Alvis to complete the race no matter what happen to the kart. True enough, the kart lost power and Alvis fighting hard to maintain his position but only to see that his position was dropping and was the last to cross the finishing line.
Nevertheless, it was an exciting race for us both as a racer and a mechanic. There are plenty for us to learn, try and put to use on the right moment. Alvis made a few more friends and was welcomed by the the locals to practice together with them. We thank them for the invitations and will certainly find time to meet up though it is more than 3 hours drive away.
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