I have been go karting for several years and have experience in all the different forms of racing, but enduro racing is my favorite. Also known as endurance racing, the enduro form of racing is really the mother of all go kart races. When compared to other races, there are several things that make enduro racing the preferred go kart racing for me.
Big League Racing
Enduro racing simulates professional motor sports better than any other type of go karting. Many of the enduro races take place on full-size motor speedways. I love the adrenaline rush I get every time I step out onto the track. With some longer enduro races we even have a pit crew and have to time our pit stops. Other races require us to work as part of a team. This is much more advanced than the sprint go kart racing I used to do. I feel like I have really stepped up into the big leagues when I go out for an enduro race.
Challenge The Limits
If nothing else, enduro racing is very challenging. It is called “endurance” racing, because it really tests my stamina. I have to lay almost flat in my enduro kart, which is a big difference than sitting up in the standard racing go kart. This is more aerodynamic and results in faster speeds, but it certainly isn’t more comfortable. Although it is challenging, I like the fact that I feel like I am really working for something when I am racing an enduro kart. It certainly makes the win that much sweeter.
Showcase My Go Kart
I have invested a lot of time and money into building my go kart. In fact, I looked at used racing go karts for sale, but instead decided that I wanted to create my own from go kart kits. The enduro race not only tests my ability as a driver, but it also tests the durability and performance of the go kart I built. I get immense pride when my kart performs well, because I know that I had a hand in every step of the kart building process.
Although I like all forms of go kart racing, I have found that the enduro races are what keep me coming back for more. While not for the faint of heart, the enduro races challenge me and my kart better than any other form of go kart racing.