March 27, 2010

Activities managers Sandy Duncan & John Webster are very impressed with the performance of the new go-karts with lap times of just over one minute for the 1 km track – John observed this is an average speed of 60 kph with the karts sticking to the asphalt surface like glue, there is quite a large G-force as the karts twist round the corners of the Silverstone track, especially on Abbey curve & Brooklands - Care must be taken not to slip off into the sand trap between Brooklands and Luffield.

The fastest corner on the track is without doubt Copse corner, getting the right line through Copse is very satisfying, but a slight deviation from the racing line lands you on the grass / mud depending on the weather.

From Copse it is very tempting to keep the speed going into the double chicane of Maggots & Beckets – probably the riskiest part of the track for a venture onto the grass – lifting off the throttle is the safest option giving more speed and a better time as you exit Beckets.

With the new go-karts on the Silverstone track the Rage buggies will be digging up the dirt on the adjoining grass track giving added excitement for the spectators gathered to see the racing and get their chance to have a go and try for a record time.

New for 2010...

• We have purchased 4 new Sodi karts which will be suitable for 9-12yrs, the Sodi Karts we bought last year are for over 12 year olds.
• Zip slide and death defying commando course
• Slippery Pole
• Spiders Web
• Inflatable Maze
• Lochterstone Kart Racing Track will also be extended for Summer 2010
• For those of you interested in Corporate Entertainment and Conferences we will also be refurbishing the buildings. A new "Green" roof is being installed in the Barn which together with a uprated heating and lighting system will make the room a much more comfortable conference venue.
• Bookings for Corporate Activity Days,Family Fun Days and Barbeques are well up on last year with a lot of repeat business which means we must be doing something right.
• The Clay Pigeon Shooting is proving very popular helped by the closure of a number of other venues. 

Lochter Team