Rye House with Brad Philpot
Very hot laps in the Rotax Max ADX karts
Rye House Kart Raceway
Rye Rd
Hoddesdon
EN11 0EH
Rye House Track Guide
Fast footage
Experience the thrill of kart racing with this high-speed and detailed guide featuring laps fast enough to compete at the front in the Rye House Rotax Championship. Known for its rich history and significance in British motorsports, Rye House Kart Circuit offers a unique blend of challenging twists and turns that are perfect for honing your racing skills.
Date: March, 2024
Conditions: Dry
Type of video: Voice over race footage with slow-motion detail
Best lap: 46.4 seconds, Pole Position (P1)
Camera: GoPro Hero 11 Mini
Driver notes
Overtaking:
Prime overtaking occurs under braking into the mid-lap hairpin, a classic move to outmaneuver competitors.
Pro tips:
Accuracy and bravery are key to fast laps on this classic British kart circuit. Now that the large kerbs at Pylon corner are gone, you can commit at high speed!
Kart review
The ADX at Rye House provides a premium karting experience, allowing drivers to arrive and drive without the hassle of owning and maintaining equipment. This program is designed to offer the thrill of high-performance karting with top-tier equipment, including the ADX Rotax Max karts that easily surpass traditional 2-stroke karts by a wide margin on the stopwatch.
Model: ADX Rotax Max Experience Kart
Power: 30bhp, significantly more than standard rental karts
Chassis: OTK
Inside track
Rye House Kart Circuit, located in Hertfordshire, England, stands on grounds filled with history, dating back to 1959. It is one of the UK's oldest karting tracks, where legendary drivers like Lewis Hamilton honed their skills during their formative years. The circuit’s layout has evolved over the decades, but its essence as a fast-paced and technically demanding track remains unchanged.The circuit is in average condition for a UK track. Very much no-frills and in need of a facilities update.
Value for Money
At £125 for 30 minutes, the ADX experience can appear expensive, but that misses the point considering the performance of these karts, which outstrip even 2-stroke rental karts by 10 seconds per lap, is incredible!
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