K2 is pleased to once again part sponsor the British Sprint Championship contender Steve Miles.

An interview with Steve Miles

John Setra, MD K2 Consultancy with Steve Miles

Tell us about yourself? How did you get involved in competing?

"I've always enjoyed practical playing with cars and built a kit car some 20 years ago, and just stepping up the speed and thrill, since 2000 I have been competing in the British Sprint Championship in a single seater racing car.  I am the driver, mechanic and I’ve developed the car into one of the top three fastest two litre racing cars in the country."

What is sprinting?

"Sprinting is a ‘car against the clock’ discipline and we typically run just under 2 laps from a standing start. 0-60mph is around 2.8 seconds and peak speeds of 155mph, so enough to keep you concentrated!"

How have you been doing in the races previously?

"Last year I came 5th place and so will be running number 5 on the car in 2016. There are often F1 engined cars to compete against which is always satisfying when you can beat them."

What are your goals for 2016?

"This year I am looking to beating last year’s personal bests and seeing where we end up overall – top 2 litre would be the target.
I am really excited about the season as the aerodynamics of the car have hopefully been significantly improved, which should result in lower lap times."

Tell us about the season and where the races will take place?

"Typically the season runs from March – October and covers the whole of the UK, including Northern Ireland we shall be competing at the big circuits during the season." 

Here is the schedule:

28.03.16  Croft
21.05.16  Snetterton
22.05.16  Snetterton
04.06.16  Pembrey
05.06.16  Pembrey
18.06.16  Anglesey
19.06.16  Anglesey
30.07.16  Knockhill
31.07.16  Knockhill
06.08.16  Kirkistown
07.08.16  Kirkistown
11.09.16  Blyton Park
01.10.16  Anglesey
02.10.16  Anglesey 

If people want to watch a race where can they get more information about attending?

"Drop me a line at smiles@moleracing.com or have a look at the website, www.moleracing.com

.... and finally why “Moleracing”?

"I was called ‘moley’ for years on account of what I look like first thing in the morning without my glasses!"

We also interviewed John Setra, MD at K2 ... 

How long have K2 been associated with Mole Racing?

"As good friends, Steve and I have known each other for nearly 30 years!  K2 have supported Mole Racing for over 5 years now and have seen massive improvements in both the car & driver!"

Do you have any forecasts for this season?

 "Yes – definitely a top 6 finish this year, given the big improvements to the car over the winter season."

To keep up to date with Steve’s progress visit: www.moleracing.com

Or follow him on twitter @moleracing