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Here's a panorama view of the Formula Kartways track yesterday. Karts run from left to right on the section closest to the camera (click for a bigger image).


It's a fun layout with two long straights (on the right side), and three 180-degree hairpin turns mixed in with some others. My first kart yesterday had not been run much, if at all, that day so the tires were cold. This, along with the smooth track surface made driving a real challenge for the first several laps. Over time, I could feel the grip improving, especially in the sweeping turn on the right side of the picture as I was able to bring the kart closer and closer to the inside wall.

The website says it's the first indoor kart track in Canada and opened 15 years ago. It is showing its age a bit. For instance, the transponder didn't work in my kart both times I've been there, so I couldn't get my times. Nonetheless, I'll definately be racing here every time I'm in Toronto.

Formula Kartways - Toronto Area

www.formulakartways.com
79 Bramsteele Road . Brampton ON L6W 3K6 . (905) 459-1073

A fun, fast track. Helmets fit well and are in good shape. Track surface is shiny smooth at the entrance to some turns, adding the challenge of finding grip under braking. Karts seem to top out on the long straight, making the exit of the previous turn all the more important.

Timing prints out only the top five fastest laps. No on-site food other than vending machines.

Overall, definately a place to go whenever you are in Toronto.