What to Expect from Your First Time Ice Karting

In Rucphen there is a 3,500 m² ice karting track. This is the only ice karting track in Europe where you can go ice karting all year round! You drive an electric kart across the ice and try to set the fastest time. You take the turns by drifting. This is a technique where you slide through the turn by accelerating at the right moment and steering correctly. So ice karting is all about technique and agility. Plus, there’s no noise pollution or gasoline fumes, making it a fun outing for everyone!

After you’ve checked in at the reception desk and been welcomed by the Head Marshall, your first task is to fill in your racing name. This will ultimately be used to place you in the standings. After watching an instructional video, you’ll put on a real IceKart jumpsuit and choose a helmet that fits well. You’ll be assigned an ice kart, which you can then get into. Drive forward and backward a bit (be careful not to hit anyone) so you know how everything works, and don’t forget to fasten your seatbelt. The first lap doesn’t count, so take your time getting used to the ice kart and the track!

• Look straight ahead.
• Leave your helmet visor slightly open, or it will fog up quickly!
• Keep adjusting your throttle throughout the heat.
• Use the entire width of the track. The inside line isn't always faster!