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I used to bring lots of stuff to track days, and typically changed tyres, changed brake pads, changed brake fluid, adjusted camber and so on.
In the later years I have grown to appreciate driving the car like it is on the public roads. So what do I bring now?
- A waterproof bag. Since the car must be completely empty on the track, I need something to keep my stuff dry if it is raining.
- A helmet. Most track days require this.
- Tyre pressure gauge and 12V compressor. Sometimes I need to change the tyre pressure, and as an instructor I often remind rookies that they are running with wrong pressure. They have of course forgotten to bring equipment, so they borrow mine.
- Sun glasses or umbrella, depending on the weather forecast.
- Water bottle. Being dehydrated does not improve your driving.
- A camera. So that I have something to do when the car is cooling down after a stint.
- A mobile phone. Modern smart phones are great as lap timers.
- Some trackdays require you to bring a tarpaulin to park you car on, in case you should get a leakage. If they don't, I will not bring it.
I have racing shoes and racing gloves, but I don't use them.
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