Eric Baun - From Music to Motorsports, Racing with MS & a Love for the Track

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

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Bill Snow welcomes Eric Baun, a sales rep and avid racer, to the Late to Grid podcast. Listen as Eric shares his motorsports journey from his first track day in a Volkswagen to his current passion for karting and endurance racing, including his surprising start in wheel-to-wheel racing, his experience managing multiple sclerosis, and his goal of reaching the next level in motorsport.

Get Eric's advice on how to get started in racing, the resources he uses to improve his driving, and his vision for the future. You won't want to miss this inspiring story!

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Thanks for listening and taking an interest in growing grassroots racing. The Late To Grid podcast shares the stories and inspiration that help listeners along their motorsports journey.
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1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. From Drums to Motorsports: Erik talks about his musical background and how he transitioned from drumming in a band to motorsports. (00:00:35)

3. Track Day Debut: Erik shares his first track day experience and the excitement and anxieties he felt. (00:01:43)

4. Friday Test Days & Preparation: Erik discusses how his experience as a crew member for other teams helped him prepare for his own racing career. (00:05:12)

5. Racing at Nelson Ledges, Mid-Ohio, and Watkins Glen: He talks about his love for racing at Watkins Glen and the challenges of learning a new track. (00:06:50)

6. Karting: The Purest Form of Motorsport: Erik explains the thrill of karting and how it has helped him become a better driver in cars. (00:12:51)

7. The Importance of Positive Mental Attitude: Erik shares his story of overcoming his challenges with multiple sclerosis, highlighting the importance of PMA. (00:20:35)

8. Advice for Aspiring Racers: He gives advice to those looking to get into motorsports, emphasizing the importance of exploring all aspects of the sport. (00:22:23)

9. A Perfect Round in the Rain: Erik describes his proudest karting moment, winning a race with a perfect round in the rain. (00:33:07)

10. The Volkswagen Mark Four and the "Itch" to Race: Erik talks about his personal car and his desire to get back on track with it next year. (00:41:30)