The Ideal Tips and Tricks for Ice Karting

Tips and Tricks

For many people visiting IceKart Rucphen-Breda, it’s their first time ice karting. Sometimes, someone gets a bit overconfident and crashes into the barriers multiple times in the first session. Other times, someone is too cautious, leaving a few seconds to shave off their fastest lap time. But often, people are just excited and eager to score a fast lap before heading home. That’s why we always share tips and tricks between sessions. But what are the best tips and tricks for ice karting at IceKart Rucphen-Breda? In this blog, we’ll tell you everything!

General Tips

First, there are a few general tips that apply to everyone. For example, avoid braking too often. If you brake frequently on the ice, you’re more likely to lose control of your kart. It’s better to ease off the accelerator in certain parts of the track, which will help you regain grip more quickly.
For the same reason, it’s also wise to accelerate gradually from a standstill. The gentler you apply the throttle, the faster you’ll get moving. However, we have to admit that there aren’t any universal tips or tricks that guarantee everyone can race perfectly on the ice kart track. It’s different for each person and depends on several factors. Do you move your kart’s seat all the way forward or back?
Are your tire spikes brand new or slightly worn? These are just a few of the questions that determine why the tips and tricks that work best for you might differ from those for the person next to you.

Are you going for the fastest lap or the perfect overtake?

• Do you prefer chasing the fastest lap time or executing flawless overtakes? This question also determines which tips and tricks will make your ice karting session a success.
• If you’re aiming for the fastest lap, avoid pressing the accelerator too quickly—it will cause excessive wheelspin. Start your fastest lap about 20 meters before the start/finish line and keep pushing until 10 meters after. This can save you a tenth of a second.
• If you’re going for the best overtakes, be patient and wait for your opponent to make a mistake.
• Try braking later than your opponent or drifting shorter in the inside corner. Finally, never overtake on the outside—always go for the inside. Overtaking on the outside slows you down too much due to the snow.

How do you take corners perfectly on the ice kart track?

Taking corners perfectly on the ice kart track is different for everyone. That’s why the tips and tricks we give will also vary. One marshal might advise one way, while another might suggest something entirely different. The perfect tip might not exist, but if you have the chance, listen to advice from several IceKart Rucphen-Breda team members. That way, you might end your last session with your best lap yet! We love a challenge—come drift on real ice at IceKart Rucphen-Breda and try out all the tips and tricks for ice karting right away!