What back protector do you have?
~I don't have one right now...I know, bad me. Alpinestars has a nice one for a little over $100, BUT when I tried to order it, it was backordered so you might want to look into it really soon...all the racers scarfed them up.
On the note of a back protector I just wanted to clarify it's purpose. A lot of people that I talk to think it is to keep your back from bending the wrong way...NOT TRUE.
The purpose of the back protector is additional "sliding" protection. Think of it as a skateboard for your back. It buffers from impact and protects your spine from anything it may hit on the pavement.
Also know that regardless of the kind of protector you get, it's going to suck at first. Until your leather stretches to accomodate it, it will not be comfortable.
I'm lookin into the SIDI boots. Yay or Nay?
What boots do you have?
I am not sure. I have Alpinestars and really like them. I have heard good things about SIDI though
I have some now but I don't think I'm willing to try them on the track, they aren't all that great...just a $80 set that I got from Cycle Gear.
Are they comfortable and offer protection? If so, focus on something else.
What tires do you run?
I have Pirelli Diablos and I LOVE them. The scrubbed in really fast and stick well. The only downfall is that they don't have the track day tire profile. But I am ok with that considering I ride more street then track. The work well in the rain and haven't really had any issues. Best thing I can recommend is to NOT get another set of the Dunlop 208s...My bf has a set of Michelin Pilot Powers and he REALLY liked those. Only real problem is that the compound is really soft so they wore out quickly. They do have the track day profile but I don't think it's worth the money if you ride street alot. My Pirelli's have 4k miles on them, including two track days and are holding up well-I'll get to use them well into next season....well worth the $$$ in my opinion.
I can't wait for my leather suit to come in 
Should be here in a couple of weeks at the latest. Custom suit just for ME ME ME
You SUCK SUCK SUCK!!!
Just kidding, I'm just jealous. Leather tips...make sure you wear it as MUCH as possible to break it in BEFORE your track day. It is so stiff and uncomfortable you won't believe it. The trick I have found to work the best is to get it wet (ride in the rain!
) and let it dry a bit while you wear it. Some people say it's not the best for the leather, but I figure the sooner I am comfy in it, the better.
Also, look into some "under armour" type stuff. It's basicaly spandex to wear under your leather. Wal-mart carries some "Starter" brand stuff as does Shopko for less money than the under armour. The only problem I ran into is I can't find bottoms so my leather pants tend to stick to me. You can find under armour at Gander Mountain, but it is pricey.
I cannot stress this point enough though:
With your new gear wear it as much as possible...walk around in it, ride your bike in it, watch tv in it...heck, take a nap in it. The more you do it the better you will feel on your track day!!!!
