racer size - Page 2

fastfoodfred · 12-20-2006, 09:34 PM

^^drown your sorrows with food, it helps.

Ninja05Girl636 · 12-20-2006, 10:00 PM

I want to learn how to race! (in all seriousness) I'm barely 5'3" and I weigh 120lbs.... any advice? I dont know what all I need... I've got the bike.. I've got some gear but i'm very sure it's not race appropriate gear. Any advice where a girl should go to buy a nice racing outfit (mind you I have very short legs) Any advice would be appreciated!! You can PM me or write me here... thanx so much guys!! (and gals)

liv4thekill · 12-20-2006, 10:19 PM

Zip-together 2pc leathers is enough to do trackdays with. Try on smaller sizes of A* track pants (the ones w/ the pucks). Off the self stuff is fine for startin' out even if it doesn't fit perfect. Wait to get something custom-fit until after you're hooked on trackdays.

Here's a link that'll answer your gear q's:

http://2-fast.org/rc-faq.html

Their performance school makes for an excellent intro trackday+classroom time.

Hypnotiq · 12-20-2006, 10:23 PM

Mat Mladin has to be a good 170/180#'s. He doesnt seem to have a problem

liv4thekill · 12-20-2006, 10:25 PM

Originally Posted by edash

so i would already be starting off with a disadvantage being as heavy as i am..it would be darn near impossible for me to drop weight any below what i am unless i start loosin muscle mass as i am only 10% body fat..

Tonelin CLA is a supplement that works to inhibit the body's absorption of fat while also maintaining muscle tone. I've been taking it about a week (taking a break from thermogenics), but haven't had a chance to hit the gym yet.

edash · 12-20-2006, 10:53 PM

Originally Posted by liv4thekill

Tonelin CLA is a supplement that works to inhibit the body's absorption of fat while also maintaining muscle tone. I've been taking it about a week (taking a break from thermogenics), but haven't had a chance to hit the gym yet.

funny i am a biology major and ive done some studyin in exercise science but ive never looked into conjugated linoleic acid much in the aspect of fat loss, but instead its use in fighting cancer..intersting..ima have to look into that..thanks..

but non the less, back to the original question, riders do tend to be smaller in size..well smaller in comparison to me but rather average-ish human size..thanks..

penpen · 12-20-2006, 11:12 PM

interesting.. so if i can hit my target weight of 1xx i'll be mooola! you boys will be ed by meeeeee!

(censored on purpose, muahaha)

if only weight were the only factor that determined your success. i don't think any of us will be racing ama in the next year or ever, so i'm more inclined to deal with what i have and improve my skill

my power to weight ratio is not the limiting factor in this equation right now n_n"

weight aside, being in shape will be of huge advantage to folk on the track. the physical strain of being out there is immense, and just like your bike needs to be set up and maintained properly to make it all those heats, so does your body!

i don't know anything though, i'm just a pudgy lil' gal

ken · 12-20-2006, 11:13 PM

Originally Posted by edash

i am 6'3" and a solid 230 so im a pretty big rig...

same stats bro. i hear yer difficulties...

if you check out all the factory sponsored riders by yamaha or suzuki, they seem to be no bigger than like 5'8" and 160 lbs from what i think I can remember....

it makes yah think: what's the point of carbon fiber parts to save weight when you--the rider--ways 50 lbs more than the rest of the guys you're racing against.

anyways, i'm just goona increase my cc-size to make up for my slowness

Mitch F · 12-20-2006, 11:18 PM

awesome, if i could ride about a million times better i'd be in! 6'0" and 135

penpen · 12-20-2006, 11:28 PM

Originally Posted by Mitch F

awesome, if i could ride about a million times better i'd be in! 6'0" and 135

dude... go eat a big mac or ten

oak · 12-20-2006, 11:30 PM

Originally Posted by penpen

dude... go eat a big mac or ten

mmmmm... big macs

Mitch F · 12-20-2006, 11:30 PM

Originally Posted by penpen

dude... go eat a big mac or ten

i eat like nobody's business, i've got the metabolism of a mother fucking hummingbird

dont worry, when i hit the late 20's and it slows down i'll get fat and have a heart attack by age 40

edash · 12-20-2006, 11:31 PM

Originally Posted by ken

anyways, i'm just goona increase my cc-size to make up for my slowness

hahaha..good plan..

misfitR6 · 12-20-2006, 11:56 PM

wow i almost feel useful at 5'6 147 lbs...

edash · 12-21-2006, 12:03 AM

haha..see im gonna jus keep doin what i do..football, hockey, and lacrosse; oh and swimming..i fit perfectly for those..

i guess horse riding and sportbike racin aint for me..

naa im jus messin i know racing doesnt soley depend on weight and it is something i would definately be interested in getting into one of these days..with baby steps that is..once i get some more experience riding under my belt..

ricksr6 · 12-21-2006, 07:05 AM

Originally Posted by Hypnotiq

Mat Mladin has to be a good 170/180#'s. He doesnt seem to have a problem

Looked up some specs on Mat, he was at 155 a few years back, I am pretty sure he isn't much more than that now!!!

Motophotog · 12-21-2006, 07:15 AM

5'9" 210lbs

I need a

meh, well im at least working on it. When i was in college (pre-drinking 8-11 a night, 4 nights a week) I was 180lbs. I have a bit to go.

yamar1 · 12-21-2006, 07:25 AM

Yeah, yamaha just called me and told me they were going to put me in AMA next season, but then they found out I was 4 inches too tall and 30lbs too heavy.

Motophotog · 12-21-2006, 07:39 AM

Originally Posted by yamar1

Yeah, yamaha just called me and told me they were going to put me in AMA next season, but then they found out I was 4 inches too tall and 30lbs too heavy.

whatttttttttttttever mike, you have no fat on you.

yamar1 · 12-21-2006, 07:41 AM

I'm still 185 though


12-20-2006, 09:34 PM	#21
fastfoodfred Moto2 Champion Joined: Mar 2006 From: spokane, wa I Ride: 2008 SXV4.5 + 1985 RZ350 + 2010 YZ250F +	^^drown your sorrows with food, it helps. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


12-20-2006, 10:00 PM	#22
Ninja05Girl636 Pit Crew Joined: Mar 2006 From: Kent, Washington I Ride: 2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZX6R 636 and 2007 Kawasaki Ninja ZX10R	I want to learn how to race! (in all seriousness) I'm barely 5'3" and I weigh 120lbs.... any advice? I dont know what all I need... I've got the bike.. I've got some gear but i'm very sure it's not race appropriate gear. Any advice where a girl should go to buy a nice racing outfit (mind you I have very short legs) Any advice would be appreciated!! You can PM me or write me here... thanx so much guys!! (and gals) __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


12-20-2006, 10:19 PM	#23
liv4thekill Mr. Lexus Joined: Aug 2005 From: Woodinville,WA I Ride: Asian girls and a 2012 Duc Hyper'tard	Zip-together 2pc leathers is enough to do trackdays with. Try on smaller sizes of A* track pants (the ones w/ the pucks). Off the self stuff is fine for startin' out even if it doesn't fit perfect. Wait to get something custom-fit until after you're hooked on trackdays. Here's a link that'll answer your gear q's: http://2-fast.org/rc-faq.html Their performance school makes for an excellent intro trackday+classroom time. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


12-20-2006, 10:23 PM	#24
Hypnotiq Streetfighter Joined: Oct 2005 From: Issaquah, WA I Ride: Race: 06GSXR750 - Street: 09 Eight Four Eight	Mat Mladin has to be a good 170/180#'s. He doesnt seem to have a problem __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


12-20-2006, 11:12 PM	#27
penpen Superbiker Joined: Mar 2006 From: Kirkland I Ride: Pasta rockets	interesting.. so if i can hit my target weight of 1xx i'll be mooola! you boys will be ed by meeeeee! (censored on purpose, muahaha) if only weight were the only factor that determined your success. i don't think any of us will be racing ama in the next year or ever, so i'm more inclined to deal with what i have and improve my skill my power to weight ratio is not the limiting factor in this equation right now n_n" weight aside, being in shape will be of huge advantage to folk on the track. the physical strain of being out there is immense, and just like your bike needs to be set up and maintained properly to make it all those heats, so does your body! i don't know anything though, i'm just a pudgy lil' gal __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


12-20-2006, 11:18 PM	#29
Mitch F Streetfighter Joined: Jun 2006 From: The Ham I Ride: every god damn day	awesome, if i could ride about a million times better i'd be in! 6'0" and 135 __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


12-20-2006, 11:56 PM	#34
misfitR6 Chicken Strips Joined: Jun 2006 From: pullman, WA Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: 2008 yamaha r6, 2012 honda cbr250r	wow i almost feel useful at 5'6 147 lbs... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


12-21-2006, 12:03 AM	#35
edash Endorsed Joined: Oct 2006 From: Parkland I Ride: Highchairs	haha..see im gonna jus keep doin what i do..football, hockey, and lacrosse; oh and swimming..i fit perfectly for those.. i guess horse riding and sportbike racin aint for me.. naa im jus messin i know racing doesnt soley depend on weight and it is something i would definately be interested in getting into one of these days..with baby steps that is..once i get some more experience riding under my belt.. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


12-21-2006, 07:15 AM	#37
Motophotog Moto2 Contender Joined: Jun 2006 From: Covington I Ride: 94 VFR750, RC51, 1976 RD400 cafe, 74 Suzuki GT250	5'9" 210lbs I need a meh, well im at least working on it. When i was in college (pre-drinking 8-11 a night, 4 nights a week) I was 180lbs. I have a bit to go. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


12-21-2006, 07:25 AM	#38
yamar1 Novice Racer Joined: Mar 2006 From: Newport News, Virgina I Ride: 2004 R1	Yeah, yamaha just called me and told me they were going to put me in AMA next season, but then they found out I was 4 inches too tall and 30lbs too heavy. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


12-21-2006, 07:41 AM	#40
yamar1 Novice Racer Joined: Mar 2006 From: Newport News, Virgina I Ride: 2004 R1	I'm still 185 though __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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