Track day attire - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Thongpocket · 04-23-2014, 10:25 AM

I know alot of serious track day guys have race suits and gloves and shoes but I was curious as to what folks who just do occasional track days wear? I usually just wear jeans and a long sleeve t shirt with some gloves if its really hot or cold and I have a snug pair of tennis shoes with tuck away laces for AutoX or track.

tahdizzle · 04-23-2014, 10:48 AM

I just be comfortable and leave my platforms at home.

pasternak · 04-23-2014, 11:28 AM

Flowing black cape. Sneer.

Carlitoz3 · 04-23-2014, 11:29 AM

Whats a thongpocket lmao

Thongpocket · 04-23-2014, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Carlitoz3

Whats a thongpocket lmao

Its where you keep your keys at the beach! Or a terrible snack idea from the makers of Hotpockets. LOL

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smbstyle · 04-23-2014, 11:34 AM

In the winter, long sleeve shirt and jeans. In the summer, gym shorts and a t-shirt. It's too hot in Florida to wear anything else in the summer unless I'm in the race car with the cool suit and helmet blower.

Some tracks/clubs require you to wear long sleeve cotton shirt and pants.

CSG David · 04-23-2014, 12:44 PM

Nothing because it's added weight. jk.

Seriously though, just dress accordingly. Comfort is key, but check with your local HPDE host as they may have different rules.

BRZZZZZZZZZZ · 04-23-2014, 12:44 PM

Jeans, long sleeve shirt, Sparco driving shoes, no gloves for me.

mistressmotorsports · 04-23-2014, 05:47 PM

Most of the clubs here require long cotton pants and shirts minimum, so that's what I wear. Plus Sparco race shoes and Pyrotect gloves. The gloves are for grip more than protection for me, as I hate trying to drive with sweaty hands.

Dave-ROR · 04-23-2014, 06:30 PM

My last track day I think I wore shorts and a @CounterSpace Garage T-Shirt @CSG Mike sent me.

kiichiro · 04-23-2014, 08:55 PM

My last track day involved a fire in my brz

It's not a big deal, just header wrap oil leak equals fire and flag guys waving you down, it was not even close really to a problem, but it could have become one, and I think I'm gonna upgrade to proper track clothes full fire proof ness, I running a tank ful of e50 plus methanol, just want to ever not be prepared, stuff happens fast

Element Tuning · 04-23-2014, 09:17 PM

[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yhbi7EE2H3o&feature=youtube_gdata_player"]Element Tuning FRS Bursts Into Flames at Ultimate Track Car Challenge - YouTube[/ame]

The last time I checked fire was just as hot in July as it is in April

Take my word for it, the heat even with all my saftey gear was frighteningly hot in the blink of an eye!

You don't need safety gear but wear jeans, cotton socks, cotton long sleeve, and gloves. Bring cool clothes to change into after your track session.

dradernh · 04-24-2014, 01:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Element Tuning

The last time I checked fire was just as hot in July as it is in April

Take my word for it, the heat even with all my saftey gear was frighteningly hot in the blink of an eye!

Indeed!

For drivers considering a suit, this page on SFI suit specs is worth a read: http://www.sfifoundation.com/article-1/.

Element Tuning · 04-24-2014, 01:10 PM

I also find my safety gear doesn't really bother me, heat wise. I'm not sure why really as we've measured cockpit temps over 120F but it's probably the layers pulling the sweat off my skin as I wear fire resistant shirt under my suit, and a helmet balaclava.

It really bothers some people so it could just be your physical conditioning or how much you've been exposed to extreme heat. Last year I still had AC so I ran it on grid before the race began. LOL!

04-23-2014, 10:25 AM	#1
Thongpocket Master Troll Join Date: May 2012 Drives: 2013 BRZ Limited Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 399 Thanks: 110 Thanked 77 Times in 46 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s)	Track day attire I know alot of serious track day guys have race suits and gloves and shoes but I was curious as to what folks who just do occasional track days wear? I usually just wear jeans and a long sleeve t shirt with some gloves if its really hot or cold and I have a snug pair of tennis shoes with tuck away laces for AutoX or track.

04-23-2014, 11:34 AM	#6
smbstyle Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: 2013 SWP BRZ Location: Forsyth, GA Posts: 1,008 Thanks: 224 Thanked 681 Times in 302 Posts Mentioned: 26 Post(s)	In the winter, long sleeve shirt and jeans. In the summer, gym shorts and a t-shirt. It's too hot in Florida to wear anything else in the summer unless I'm in the race car with the cool suit and helmet blower. Some tracks/clubs require you to wear long sleeve cotton shirt and pants. __________________ ----------------------------------- 2013 SWP BRZ Build Thread: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38781

04-23-2014, 06:30 PM	#10
Dave-ROR Site Moderator Join Date: Dec 2010 Drives: Stuff Location: Florida Posts: 10,317 Thanks: 955 Thanked 5,965 Times in 2,689 Posts Mentioned: 262 Post(s)	My last track day I think I wore shorts and a @CounterSpace Garage T-Shirt @CSG Mike sent me. __________________ -Dave Track cars: 2013 Scion FRS, 1998 Acura Integra Type-R, 1993 Honda Civic Hatchback DD: 2005 Acura TSX Tow: 2022 F-450 Toys: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, 1993 Toyota MR2 Turbo, 1994 Toyota MR2 Turbo, 1991 Mitsubishi Galant VR-4 Parts: 2015 Subaru BRZ Limited, 2005 Acura TSX Projects: 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited track car build FS: 2004 GMC Sierra 2500 LT CCSB 8.1/Allison with 99k miles

04-23-2014, 08:55 PM	#11
kiichiro corolla specs/GTR looks Join Date: May 2013 Drives: ooh oooh pretty tail lights Location: slower than a accord V6 Posts: 490 Thanks: 229 Thanked 113 Times in 79 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s)	My last track day involved a fire in my brz It's not a big deal, just header wrap oil leak equals fire and flag guys waving you down, it was not even close really to a problem, but it could have become one, and I think I'm gonna upgrade to proper track clothes full fire proof ness, I running a tank ful of e50 plus methanol, just want to ever not be prepared, stuff happens fast __________________ SOLD THEM BOTH Hers: 2007 987S Mine: 2012 991S That was fun, thanks Hachi

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mistressmotorsports Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: 2013 FR-S Location: SoCal Posts: 73 Thanks: 5 Thanked 28 Times in 22 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	Most of the clubs here require long cotton pants and shirts minimum, so that's what I wear. Plus Sparco race shoes and Pyrotect gloves. The gloves are for grip more than protection for me, as I hate trying to drive with sweaty hands.

04-23-2014, 09:17 PM	#12
Element Tuning Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: Hydra EMS Powered FRS Raven Black Location: Maryland Posts: 839 Thanks: 54 Thanked 1,021 Times in 365 Posts Mentioned: 61 Post(s)	[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yhbi7EE2H3o&feature=youtube_gdata_player"]Element Tuning FRS Bursts Into Flames at Ultimate Track Car Challenge - YouTube[/ame] The last time I checked fire was just as hot in July as it is in April Take my word for it, the heat even with all my saftey gear was frighteningly hot in the blink of an eye! You don't need safety gear but wear jeans, cotton socks, cotton long sleeve, and gloves. Bring cool clothes to change into after your track session.

04-24-2014, 01:10 PM	#14
Element Tuning Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: Hydra EMS Powered FRS Raven Black Location: Maryland Posts: 839 Thanks: 54 Thanked 1,021 Times in 365 Posts Mentioned: 61 Post(s)	I also find my safety gear doesn't really bother me, heat wise. I'm not sure why really as we've measured cockpit temps over 120F but it's probably the layers pulling the sweat off my skin as I wear fire resistant shirt under my suit, and a helmet balaclava. It really bothers some people so it could just be your physical conditioning or how much you've been exposed to extreme heat. Last year I still had AC so I ran it on grid before the race began. LOL!

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