An Interview with Jordie Ford (Throwback)

Step into the high-speed world of Superkarts with Jordie Ford, as we revisit November 2021 and dive deep into adrenaline-pumping races, strategies, and historic V8 Supercars moments! 

In this adrenaline-fueled episode, Superkarts legend Jordie Ford transports us to November 2021's heart-pounding world of high-speed racing. He vividly describes the thrills of piloting a 250cc Superkart, shares the evolution of Australian Superkarts over 25-30 years, and delves into the high-stakes strategies of 250-kilometer endurance races. We explore how weather adds unpredictability to the races and get an exclusive look at historic V8 Supercars results, including Will Brown's rookie-year victory. Buckle up for an electrifying discussion that revs up your passion for Superkarts!

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This episode proudly brought to you by Pro Karts Race Centre - https://prokartsracecentre.com.au/  
 
Chapter Summaries
(0:00:01) - Superkarts
Jordie Ford discusses the sensations of driving a 250cc Superkart, racing at high speeds on tracks like Silver Island and the bends, and the differences between Superkarts and KZ shifter cars.

(0:04:19) - Superkart Sport in Australia
Jordie Ford discusses Superkarts' evolution, Sprint Karts' accessibility, youth injection, and social media promotion.

(0:16:56) - Discussion on V8 Supercars Racing and Results
Supercars racing strategies, tire compounds, weather effects, and Will Brown's first-year win are discussed.

 

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