Saab Trackday: Checklist

Anglesey Circuit from the air © John Rowlands (Lakeside Photography)

Bill Jones' track day checklist based on lists compiled for previous track days attended:

• Driving licence
• Helmets (but also provided by Anglesey and included in price)
• Clothing (long sleeves and trousers)
• Wheel nuts tightened
• All fluid levels checked & caps replaced
• Car fuelled. i.e. Full (you'll need it!)
• Loose articles removed/secured
• Tyre pressures increased for higher speed (if in doubt use Saab's recommendation for load/speed)
• Windscreen cleaner (anticipate flies)
• Towing eyes (where separate) just in case
• Zero tripmeter on arrival if you wish to count laps (1.7km or 1.057 miles per lap).

Also, bear in mind that some items on the car will wear at an accelerated rate on a track day.

• Check brake pads - they'll wear a bit (!)
• Consider tyre wear- if you're down to about 3mm you may not be legal at the end of the day!
• Ensure your spare is in order.
• When was your brake fluid last changed (Old fluid will boil more easily and lead to brake fade)

Remember that it isn't a race. It's an opportunity to drive your car as fast as you feel comfortable and explore what it can do in a safe environment. It's also an opportunity to receive professional driving instruction.