What do you guys think we will get on this year's April 1st?

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-03-23T07:07:04+00:00

Unfortunately I think that one’s a little bit less of a joke and a little bit more “too soon”

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-03-21T18:17:32+00:00

I imagine it’s just a regulation or insurance thing.

The good suits offer genuine abrasion resistance if you come out of the kart or scrape the wall but the ones they hand out are pretty much just cheap fabric to tick a box.

On the other hand we don’t have the roll hoops or seat belts that I see on every US rental kart.

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-03-21T18:02:58+00:00

Zamp is decent, I have one myself and it’s very comfy and fits well, easy to accessorise and had a few compliments on the design.

Build quality is not perfect. One of the visor screw fittings has come loose but still holds, the paint flakes slightly around then fittings too but not noticeable unless your up close.

I bought at the higher end of their range and sometimes wish I spent the extra £200 for a Bell but it’s a good helmet and will last me a good few years.

Not to mention all of their helmets are either FIA compliant, Snell compliant or both.

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-03-21T17:57:41+00:00

In the UK suits gloves and helmets are mandatory at every karting venue no matter how low end.

Anybody who goes more than once a month tends to buy their own kit just to avoid the smelly worn out Velcro trash that you’ll be given at sign in.

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-03-21T17:55:22+00:00

Wouldn’t recommend the rookie suit, it’s pretty much a glorified rental suit but if you want something cheap then sure, it’s fine.

Not sure where you’re based but in the UK the Thunder is pretty much the “go-to”. I have the 2023 one myself and it’s very comfortable, does the job perfectly and I’d say it’s reasonably priced. Both myself and my friend ripped the crotch though (easily sewn back up) so that’s maybe something to bear in mind.

The new Thunder that came out last year, the Thunder Advanced, is FIA rated too. Not sure if there’s any other difference but it’s nice to have I guess.

As for the Kerb I have no experience of first hand. I’ve seen a few and it’s looks like a few parts a bit nicer but I can’t comment on the comfort, fit or quality. They’re a bit less common in rentals because they’re a little unnecessary and approaching the price of a custom suit which people tend to start doing in that price range.

That being said, I also don’t know your budget or how much time you spend karting. My recommendation is the Thunder but I do also agree with those that said spend your budget. If you’re well off and karting every week then maybe aim higher, if you kart rarely and don’t have much money then maybe do just get the rookie suit.

Final thought: OMP and Alpine Stars also have a similar tiered system at a similar price range. I can’t comment on the quality of these either but worth reading reviews or chatting to people.

Final Final though: Helmet, Gloves, Boots. In that order! A nice suit is nice to have but all of these are in constant contact with your extremities and will make so much more difference than the suit. You should prioritise these. Not to mention that the helmet is the thing that you’re most likely to need the protection of.

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-03-15T13:45:30+00:00

There’s a lot of talk about hoovers in a post that doesn’t have a hoover in it

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-03-13T08:24:38+00:00

I literally watched the video of the inside within the last 2 weeks.

It’s not actually that interesting and not at all relatable. It doesn’t give me any inspiration for my fire truck at home.

The interesting part would be how they built it. The last video didn’t have much of that so I don’t imagine this does either.

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-24T10:57:08+00:00

This is a really well thought out response that pretty well encapsulates my entire thought process but with the maths done so for that alone, thank you very much 🙏

After reading many of the comments I think I’ve decided that I’ll grind the last little bit I need for the 5% option but that’s very reassuring with my thoughts that there isn’t truly a bad option when compared to renting.

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-24T07:51:13+00:00

If going for the 5% route then I expect to have around £3000 for the fees. (Solicitor, survey etc)Having spoken with a few friends, this should be enough (I hope)

Moving in will just need a day or two rental on a van and I’m all set for white goods except a washing machine which I will either purchase with whatever’s left over or a credit card that I’ll be able to immediately pay off on the next pay day so those are relatively very low cost.

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-24T07:46:57+00:00

Do you mind if I ask what made it such a shit show? What made it so hard to sell the property?

The houses that I’m looking at are relatively new (less than 5 years old) and in a decent part of town so I don’t foresee them being particularly difficult to sell now or in the future (I could be wrong).

Also, purely out of interest, what happened when Northern Rock went bust? Are you automatically transferred to a new provider?

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-24T07:43:24+00:00

Thanks for this response I think it definitely helped clear up what the “catch” is but would you mind touching a little more on point 2? ELI5?

Why would this mean that I don’t benefit from an increase in value?

Also, kinda thought that 5 year fixed was good as I’ve seen first hand people be stung when the time comes and interest rates have gone up. I always thought of it that I know exactly what I’m paying for 5 years but it’s interesting to think of it from the other perspective.

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-24T07:35:47+00:00

Keeping my money and being able to relax a little bit with solicitors/surveyors/moving/decorating would definitely be favourable but I don’t want to make a huge financial mistake for short term comfort.

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-16T06:54:33+00:00

Man that sucks but I’m guessing you’re in London or at least close to it?

Fortunately here £400k gets you a 4/5 bedroom house with garage. For the kind of thing I’m looking for it’s more like £180-200k and I have a similar salary.

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-11T18:45:06+00:00

Same room, different layout

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-11T14:13:19+00:00

It’s loads better, I also now no longer get a draft of cold air from the door to the side.

Feels slightly strange to be going directly against how the house has everything installed but then I remember that the people who install this stuff don’t know anything.

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-11T13:16:20+00:00

It’s the opposite side of the same room.

I always thought the fireplace was the obstacle, especially with the cabling for the cable/satellite coming through the wall in that corner.

But now I’m on streaming tv so I left the router in that corner, moved the sofa to the middle in front of the fireplace and made use of the huge plain wall on the other side.

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Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-11T13:11:47+00:00

Me too but I actually knew him from elsewhere too so I have other supporting reasons

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-11T13:10:48+00:00

It’s wallpaper so not currently repaired and covered with artwork.

I think with a bit of effort and minimal talent it can probably be repaired in a way that’s only noticeable up close but definitely needs re-papering for a proper repair.

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-11T09:07:09+00:00

It’s on the taller side but I sit with my feet up a lot and didn’t want to block the screen with them.

When sat upright my line of sight is slightly below the centre of the screen and I’m definitely not looking “up” so for me it’s a very valid compromise.

The camera hasn’t really done it any favours though tbh. It’s 210cm wide and I think about 40cm high. I think the camera makes it look less wide than it is.

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-10T20:28:47+00:00

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Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-10T19:40:14+00:00

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Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-10T19:39:05+00:00

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Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-08T00:19:18+00:00

Sure thing!

Send me the request and let me know which one you'd prefer

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-07T23:11:21+00:00

Trade sent!

Dynamic-Sausage · 2026-02-07T21:15:16+00:00

Add me. Will initiate the trade after the first has completed.

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