SAFETY IN TRACK RIDING
(with some excerpts from Mr. Al Camba's IR Editorial piece)
This is not a race.
There are no first and last placers here. No trophies or medals to be awarded. No cash prizes either.
A Track Day is a great way to develop high performance riding technique without the danger of vehicular traffic, pedestrians, road hazards, animals and of course, the police. Walang bulaga dito. Lahat tayo papunta sa iisang direksyon.
You do not need a race bike or a fully modified bike to be able to enjoy this. Any well-maintained and fully functional, road-worthy bike is allowed to participate.
Always remember that "Safety is of paramount importance here".
The night before the track day, get a good night's sleep and stay properly hydrated; a clear and relaxed mind is the best way to go fast and safe on the track.
Focus and keep your mind on the track. Presence of mind is of utmost importance while on the track.
Learn from your mistakes and avoid repeating them.
Whenever you're in doubt......don't do it.
Check your bike. Make sure it is in perfect form.
Exercise self-control. Resist any temptation to keep abreast with faster riders even when you are fully-charged with adrenaline.
Ride only at your own pace. Do not mind the other riders even when they are whizzing by you or even if they are heckling you.
Always remember, sa track....TALO ANG PIKON.
Being pikon is the surest way para kumalat ka. Kapag napikon ka, siguradong sesemplang ka. Guaranteed 100 percent.
Be wary of other riders. Wag basta lusot ng lusot lalo na sa kanang bahagi ng ibang riders. Remember, walang side mirrors dito kaya hindi natin nakikita ang mga nasa likod natin.
If you think you are going too fast, slow down. If you are getting tired or fatigued, slow down, exit the track and take a rest.
Again, always remember that a trackday is not a race. It is merely an opportunity to enjoy our bikes and conquer our fears. It is a chance to satisfy our "need for speed" in the safety of a controlled environment.
Do not detract from that experience by exceeding your abilities.
Gradually, you will develop your skills and acquire all the confidence you need to be a good, responsible and safe rider.
Remember, you go to the track to learn and enjoy. Period !!!!!!
