Originally Posted by
Yeah....Him
Did my first race at DLV yesterday since my beginners class, never had so much fun losing before. I almost got clipped from someone coming down before he passed me and managed to acquire one point good times.
Awesome. I'm glad you had a great time.
Taking out some guy's front wheel is a common mistake that rookies make because some don't judge very well how fast (or not fast) they are overtaking someone. Protect your front wheel at all costs. If you see it coming, bark (don't shout or scream...this will freak people out) a firm "NO!" and that should stop the guy in his tracks till he's past you enough, then say, "OK, come on". Sometimes you'll have to go on to the apron to save your wheel. Just go down then announce that you are "Coming back in" and people will make room for you. Try not to be on the apron going into the turns at speed.
As you can see, there is (or should be) a lot of chatter in the pack sometimes. It keeps things running smoothly.
Don't worry about losing or winning. The "D" racing is all about getting comfortable with the track, race formats, and riding in a pack...and having fun which it seems like you did.
You are now a track racer! Welcome!