Kart Suit

A kart suit isn't necessarily required to race karts. Some places it may be but a lot of times you can race with jeans and a racing jacket.

Do I have to wear them?

Like I wrote above, they are recommended and preferred but not always required.

What do you look for in it?

They come in materials that are abrasive resistant as well as fire resistant. You will want to get one that offers both of these, even though it's not required and karts rarely catch on fire. If you race a caged kart, you will be required to wear a fire repellant one because you are strapped in with a safety harness.

What are they made out of? Materials:

• Nylon - Not Fire Retardant
• Cordura - Not Fire Retardant, A Heavy Nylon
• Nomex - Fire Retardant

How to pick out sizes

Generally what you wear in your normal clothes will work out well with the same size. To be extra sure, always try on something before you buy it.

How they fit

You will want it to fit comfortably, but not too baggy. Also make sure it isn't too tight so you are very uncomfortable.

Cleaning and maintenance

Never use machines to wash or dry your suit. If you need it cleaned, the best thing to do is get it dry cleaned. If you need to wash it, wash it by hand and let it drip dry.

Some Popular Manufacturers

• Burris
• Simpson
• Sparco
• AlpineStar
• Mir
• Azusa
• K1
• Bell