My Experience at Kobe Sports Circuit: Training in the Sport Kart and K100

The Kobe Sports Circuit is one of those places that challenges you as a driver, especially when competing in categories like the Sport Kart and the K100. I had the chance to race in both categories, where competition depends not only on driver skill but also on track conditions.

Sport Kart and K100: Different Challenges, Same Goal

Racing the Sport Kart and the K100 in Kobe is no easy task. Both karts require precision and speed, but what truly makes the difference is the time you can achieve per lap. For the K100, for example, it was crucial to have enough time on the track to find my rhythm. However, the difficulty increased when the track conditions weren’t ideal.

Difficult Times to Achieve: The Cold Track

One of the greatest challenges when racing at Kobe Sports Circuit was that the track was often cold. This made it almost impossible to get the lap times I needed to stay competitive. The tires couldn’t reach the optimal working temperature, which affected grip and, therefore, my speed. In those moments, even though I tried to control every corner and trace the best lines, the challenge was real: improving my times without the best conditions was a tough task.

Putting It All in Perspective

Despite the challenges, racing the K100 taught me a lot about patience and perseverance. Achieving those perfect lap times was a process that required dedication, sometimes waiting for the track to warm up before I could extract the full potential of my kart. Some days just weren’t mine, but other times, when everything came together, the times spoke for themselves.

The Future of Karting at Kobe

Racing at the Kobe Sports Circuit has left me with many lessons, and although the weather and track conditions can make things harder, the thrill of being behind the wheel is unmatched. The Sport Kart and K100 will continue to be a challenge for me, but also a place where I can continue to push myself and learn from every lap.