I over the weekend I picked up my newest track toy. I’ve loved tracking my Elantra N but it was time to step into something more purpose built. She needs a bit of prep work before I’m ready to hit the track but I’m definitely excited. Though I need to relearn how to heel toe downshift. No more DCT crutch for me.
Hey everyone,
The time has come. After a couple of years of autocross, track days, and letting the EN punch way above its weight class, I’m officially moving on. Next week I’m picking up a 2012 Lotus Evora S.
I know, I know. I’m trading a reliable, four-door track weapon for a British fiberglass wedge held together by adhesive and hope.
Driving an open-wheel formula car at a racing school earlier this year completely changed what I wanted, and the craving for a dedicated mid-engine layout finally won. In the search for something that could give me a taste of the experience but could still handle driving to and from track days, the Evora S was the most logical (and ill-advised) next step.
If anyone in the Austin, TX area sees a red Lotus out at Autocross or Harris Hill, come say hi!
Upgraded from Xbox to PC a while back, which eventually led to wanting a higher-torque wheelbase... which meant I needed a sturdier rig.
Then came the 'while I'm at it' phase: triples, a fixed-back bucket seat, and a dedicated telemetry dash.
Safe to say this hobby is a dangerous rabbit hole. No regrets.
Hey everyone,
I just turned 40, focusing on my health/weight loss, and realizing my current wardrobe no longer fits or works for me. I’ve been pretty apathetic about my style for years, so staring at a blank slate and trying to rebuild is feeling incredibly overwhelming. I don't even know where to start.
Right now, my baseline is just t-shirts and jeans (as you can see in the photos). Sometimes I throw on a chore shirt or simple button up. As I've started to think about this more I feel like I lean towards a more utilitarian style but honestly, I have no idea where to start.
Since the options out there are paralyzing, I’m looking for advice on how to pace myself:
I want to build a style that feels intentional, but I need a map so I don't get choice paralysis. Appreciate any advice on how to take the first few steps!
This week I got the chance to have my first wreck on track. It was bound to happen eventually. At least I have some video to commemorate this milestone.