In this episode of the Perfect Lap Podcast, hosts Mark Jager and Mark Kilgore recap Kilgore's recent experience at Gridlife at Carolina Motorsports Park. They discuss weather conditions, car setups, performance metrics, and the competitive landscape of GridLife's Time Attack racing. Kilgore shares insights from his second-place finish in Street GT, the challenges of tire and wheel setups, and strategic decisions made during the sessions, including the Podium Sprint. The episode concludes with reflections on the Podium Sprint dynamics and Kilgore's outlook for the remainder of the season.

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00:00 Weekend Recap and Event Overview

03:10 Kilgore's Experience at Carolina Motorsports Park

06:08 Weather Conditions and Their Impact

09:01 Car Performance and Modifications

12:18 Gridlife Results and Classing Insights

15:22 Track Characteristics and Driving Strategies

18:01 Tire Selection and Performance

21:12 Session Breakdown and Time Management

24:07 Podium Sprint Strategy and Competition Dynamics

27:15 Final Thoughts and Future Events

36:58 The Pressure Cooker of Podium Sprint Racing

39:17 Navigating Rule Changes in Racing

44:22 The Impact of Transponder Issues on Performance

51:17 Strategizing for Success in Competitive Racing

55:29 Go Fast, Take Chances