Drivers and Heat

[Fred Elsass]

I agree with all that Mr. Bennett said in his post.


I have had much exposure to savage heat. There are not many places that get as hot as Little River race track in central Texas. High temperatures and humidity will eat your lunch. Also several years ago working the pits at Summitt Motorsports for Bill Bader Sr. with a track temperature of 140 was terrible.


Here are a couple things that you can do that are not expensive. Wear a wide brimed hat for starters. Then look at your body and ask where are the four places that you can lose heat. They are the top of your head, your neck, your hands and your feet.


Take two hand towels and soak them in ice water, every one has a ice chest, put one around your neck and place one on the top of your head and cover with said hat. Place your hands into the ice water for several minutes. Also, take your shoes off and put your feet in the ice water. Also if you have access to running water soak your shoes and feet in cold water.


No need for a high dollar cool vest. That is for Formula 1.



Have never had any after effects from heat.


Still racing at 83, see all of you at Norwalk next weekend.



Sarge