It finally feels like spring is here, spent some time working on updated vinyl. Hand cutting numbers is fun, but I really enjoy laying out vinyl details. Still have a couple more layers to do, but it’s coming together… I … Continue reading Coffee Brake: Vinyl Updates
Unless you are one of the lucky ones with local track events running all year long, we have entered the offseason. By the last event in November, my car, my budget, and myself are all ready for a bit of … Continue reading Post 22: Podcasts for auto racing fans
In racing, action cameras have gone from rare, to regular, to required. General track days may not require cameras, but more and more people are using them. For an outright beginner, a camera can be an unneeded distraction, but they … Continue reading 4 Reasons to use your cell phone to record track video, and how to overcome any minor issues.
Anyone else happen to get any great Cyber Monday deals? Crazy deals can obviously be a big Money trap. Just because something is heavily discounted, doesn’t necessarily mean it’s smart to spend your money on it. The smart buys are … Continue reading Cyber Monday Bonus – Buy Track Day gift cards early and save a ton of money
The coffee “brake” is a shorter midweek post with random content, whether it’s a question for you, a some news, some cool artwork, or maybe a burnout video. This week’s Coffee Brake: A followup to our last post about radios … Continue reading Coffee Brake – Cell phones as race radios?
Racecar communication systems provide an undeniable competitive advantage. I went forward with piecing together a cheap system for less than $150 total, a fraction a cost of the name brand kits. Continue reading How to build a Budget friendly race radio setup – 3 Essential pieces to get going for WAY less than you think
Adding a car-to-car and car-to-spotter communication system is something that can both make racing even more fun, and give you a real competitive advantage. Common race radio setups are incredibly expensive, I was able to piece together a full, … Continue reading 6 Reasons why race radios are worth the money: Post 12
One way I’ve kept my car hobby on budget is by creating new income sources. My background is in fine art. My “day job” is teaching high school art. As long as I have been able to pick up a … Continue reading Fund your Hobby with a Related Side-Hustle
Last week’s post about hand-cutting your own vinyl got some really good feedback so I thought a “Part II” would be appropriate. I heard from some people who have cutters and love them, I was also called crazy for taking … Continue reading Cutting your own racing numbers from Vinyl: Part II
The coffee “brake” is a shorter midweek post with random content, whether it’s a question for you, a some news, some cool artwork, or maybe a burnout video. This week’s Coffee Brake: Have some extra vinyl leftover? Why not do … Continue reading Coffee Brake – Wrap your own helmet with leftover Vinyl