What to Expect During Your First Time Ice Karting

What is ice karting?

In Rucphen, there’s an ice circuit spanning 3,500 m². It’s the only ice kart track in Europe where you can ice kart year-round! Using an electric kart, you’ll drive on the ice and try to set the fastest lap time. You’ll take corners by drifting. Drifting is a technique where you glide through a corner by accelerating at the right moment and steering correctly. Ice karting is all about technique and skill.
On top of that, there’s no noise pollution or smell of gasoline, making it a fun activity for everyone!

What do you need to bring for ice karting?

• Gloves. These can also be purchased at IceKart Rucphen-Breda.
• A balaclava. This is a mandatory ski mask to wear under your helmet. You can buy one at the reception desk or in the webshop. Of course, you’re welcome to bring your own if you already have one.
• Your own helmet. You may bring your own helmet as long as it’s a full-face helmet and CE-certified.
• Your First Time Ice Karting on Real Ice

After checking in at the reception and being welcomed by the Head Marshal, your first task is to enter your racing name. This name will appear on the leaderboard. After watching an instructional video, you’ll receive an IceKart overall and choose a helmet that fits properly. You’ll then be assigned an ice kart to drive. Before starting, try moving forward and backward a little (be careful not to bump into anyone) to get a feel for the controls, and don’t forget to fasten your seatbelt. The first lap doesn’t count, so take your time to get used to the kart and the circuit!

Learn to drift!

After the first heat, you’ll want to jump back into your kart as quickly as possible. However, it’s a good idea to warm up for a bit first. Meanwhile, the Marshals will give you tips on how to take corners more effectively. Feeling confident, you’ll get back in your kart and aim to improve your lap time. One thing is certain: after your first time ice karting, you’ll want to drift across the ice again as soon as possible!

Golden Tips from IceKart Marshal Marco

• Keep your eyes focused ahead.
• Leave the visor of your helmet slightly open to prevent fogging.
• Continuously adjust your gasspedal during the heat.
• Use the entire width of the track; the inside corner isn’t always the fastest!

You can choose between booking two or four heats. The more heats you book, the more time you’ll have to improve your skills and speed up your lap times! Want to experience ice karting for yourself? Check out our prices or book your tickets now! It’s also possible to drift with colleagues, for example. We’ll ensure a tailored offerfor your group !