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How to Become a Race Car Driver

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By Adele Mcmasters on 28th September

Are you somebody who dreams about racing cars and becoming a racing car driver someday? Many people in this field are the ones who started really young. But that does not mean that you cannot get into it if you are slightly older. However, before you do all this, you need to make sure that your physical fitness is in good level and that you get the appropriate training as well.

Try Go-Karting First

It might feel like you are doing some children’s play time stuff but you will have to remember that any of the great race car drivers out there today started with go-karting to begin with. Go-kart competitions that you must enter at some point, are essentially toned down versions of race car driving competitions. Truth be told, many of the race car drivers out there today, who have made it big, started with go-karting at a young age. If you star winning at go-karting, chances are that sponsors will notice you and you may even be able to enter racing car competitions professionally.

Join a Local Chapter of a the Country’s Body for Racing

This is the first step in many countries for aspiring race car drivers to get their very first qualifications. Your country or state will have a body for the purpose and you need to join so that you can learn and get the qualifications you need. You will need a sports physical from a doctor in order to join most of the time which can be gotten rather easily. In addition to directly getting into the racing, you can also become a track-side person from which you can slowly move into racing while you gain insight into what happens on the track and how.

Learn Your Basic Seating Position

Most of the new drivers do not think about the seating position. But, this is really important. If there is a crash, you will need to be braced against the seat and the seat will help you stand against the forces of the car. You need to make sure that all of your body is touching the seat when you sit down or in other words square up your body against the seat and do not twist or lean away. Make sure that your arms are at the right distance from the steering wheel. Meanwhile you also need to make sure that your legs are at a right distance from the pedals as well. If you can ensure that you go through these basic steps to begin with, the foundation that you set for your journey to become a race car driver is a solid one that will bring you good results in the future.

Things to do When You are in ‘Gateway City’, Australia

By Adele Mcmasters on 16th March

Australia is a country that has many picturesque cities and locations that are ideal for travel lovers. Many of these offer the best travel experiences that you can enjoy with your whole family. Among them, the famous city of ‘Geelong’ can be a perfect travel destination due to its gorgeous countryside and coastline. Being situated on the bay of Corio, it is just around 75 km away from the bustling city of Melbourne. The name of the city is derived from the word ‘Jillong’ which is what the native aborigines used to call it. This area was first discovered by the commander of the ship ‘Lady Nelson’, John Murray.

A Brief History

Even though John Murray gets the credit for initially discovering Geelong, it was not until 1836 that the area became an official settlement. This was thanks to James Strachan, David Fisher and George Russell, all of whom were European settlers. In the 1850’s the city had a rapid growth due to the infamous gold rush as it was in direct route to the goldfields of Ballarat. The town hall and Geelong hospital were built during these times which have now become very important heritage sites of the town which you can visit and enjoy. Even after the gold rush days were over, the city of Geelong was able to maintain its steady growth and was able to gain the title as ‘the second largest city’ in the Victoria region.

The Modernization of the City

Through various industrial developments such as waterworks, industrial companies and even their very own power station, the ‘Gateway City’ of Australia has become a vibrant city that encompasses many modern aspects. It has many restaurants that provide scrumptious meals as well so you should definitely try them out when you are visiting the city. Research the best restaurants Geelong to get an idea of the many restaurants around the city so that you can pick the best one, according to your preferences. Many of these are situated in the waterfront area thus they are known to have spectacular views too. If you are planning to enjoy the night life of Geelong then these restaurants will be must-visit-locations for sure. The likes of the Maritime Museum, National Wool Museum and the Ford Discovery Centre should also not be missed when you are visiting Geelong as they provide good insights to the city’s rich history as well.

Nature at Its Best

The city is also home to many waterfront walks, botanical gardens and even waterfalls that will allow you to truly experience the best of nature. As the name suggests, it also acts as a gateway to the renowned great ocean road which usually includes Bells Beach and famous activities such as whale watching. The Geelong area is also home to places like the granite peaks of You Yang and the Zoo of Werribee which are also known to be great places to visit.

Not only these but the various wineries, and festivals hosted in this city throughout the year surely makes Geelong, one of the best cities to visit if you want to experience the true flavours of Australia.

A Day in Victoria: Sights to See and Places to Be

By Adele Mcmasters on 4th March

Victoria is a large, beautiful state in Australia that is filled with things to see and do. There is so much history and heritage along with timeless charm in the area. It’s quiet and tranquility add to its splendour. You may think that this is boring because it has none of the fanfare of Melbourne city but it has its own unique identity that cannot be taken away. Therefore, if at any point you happen to be travelling to Australia make sure to stop by Victoria and take the time to relax and savour what this city has to offer.

The Eastern Beach – Victoria

The Eastern Beach is a much adored and highly popular holiday spot in Victoria. Amid a plethora of eateries and shopping venues you can also find a good bar in geelong where you can enjoy a drink or two. There is also a lot of scenic beauty around that you will feel pleasantly surprised to know that this area was actually considered somewhat of a scar on the landscape before the 1930s came. By the end of that time period though, the natural appearance of the location changed so drastically, transforming it into the beautiful natural area that you see today. There are also many features like a shark-free children’s pool and a kiosk as well as a sea bathing area that is also shark-proof.

The Federation Square

The Federation Square is a monument that you need to witness in person for two reasons. One because it has been standing strong since 2002 and is built to commemorate the 100 years of the Federation and is considered iconic to the area. The other reason is that there has probably never been a monument in Australia that has been the centre of so much controversy. The monument is said to have divided the city into two clean halves where some people loved it and others detested it with a passion. Today however it is one of those integral features that carry a bit of the Victorian soul inside it and the city simply cannot do without. There are many shopping venues in the Federation Square and there is outdoor al fresco style entertainment that you can enjoy. There is so much of that unique and intricate Victorian architecture all around the square and it hosts about 2000 visitors every year without fail.

The Royal Botanic Gardens

The Royal Botanic Gardens in Victoria is another venue that you simply have to visit. It is located towards the South of the famous Yarra River and was first established in the year 1846. It takes up more than 40 hectares of land that is so fertile and filled with more than 50,000 plant varieties along with about one and a half million ardent nature lovers who come to visit it and walk in its paths every year. You will also be able to see many different rare species of plants thriving in the gardens and also places like the Potter Foundation Children’s Garden where aspiring botanists, farmers and horticulturists get to grow and nurture their hobbies.

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