The Pop-Up Pit Perch, known in motorsport circles as the "prat perch," is a compact, fully equipped pit lane command centre. Built with 40mm T6 aluminium legs, hammer-tested nylon joints, and weather-resistant 500gsm black PVC covers, it’s designed for durability and portability. Packed with features like monitor brackets, a steel table shelf with power outputs, LED lighting, and wipe-clean surfaces, it ensures teams stay organised and professional. Customisable with team branding, it’s trusted by motorsport teams worldwide to handle race day with style and precision.
Price from: £791.99 Buy the Pit PerchThe pit lane is where race strategies are formed, crucial data is analysed, and every second counts. The Pop-Up Pit Perch, or as it’s affectionately known in the motorsport industry, the “prat perch,” is designed to give your team the edge. Exclusively developed by Gala Performance, this compact and feature-packed shelter offers a professional base for communication, coordination, and data management.
From small private teams to international operations, the Pop-Up Pit Perch is trusted by motorsport crews worldwide to deliver reliability, functionality, and a sleek professional image.
Why Use a Pop-Up Pit Perch?
Motorsport is demanding, and your pit lane setup needs to keep up. The Pop-Up Pit Perch is a tool that’s been carefully engineered to meet the unique needs of race teams.
Compact Yet Practical
Transporting gear to race events can be a logistical headache. With its packed dimensions of just 163x65x37cm and a wheeled storage bag, the Pop-Up Pit Perch is easy to transport and store. Its compact design leaves more room for essential equipment, spare parts, and vehicles.
Built for Motorsport
Robust Framework: Featuring 40mm T6 aluminium legs and hammer-tested nylon joints, the perch is built to last.
Weather-Resistant PVC Covers: The 500gsm thick black PVC is both wipe-clean and durable, standing up to the unpredictable conditions of any trackside location.
Professional Image: With customisable branding options, you can proudly display team colours, sponsor logos, or even match your vehicle’s livery for a cohesive and professional look.
Fully Equipped for the Job
The Pop-Up Pit Perch isn’t just a shelter; it’s your team’s command centre.
Monitor Brackets: Perfect for live race data and video feeds.
LED Strip Light: Ensures visibility and functionality, even during night races or poor lighting conditions.
Steel Table Shelf with Power Outputs: A sturdy, practical surface for laptops, radios, and essential tools.
Key Features
The Pop-Up Pit Perch is more than just a tent—it’s a purpose-built pit lane solution. Every element has been designed to meet the challenges of motorsport, delivering durability, practicality, and style in one compact package.
1. Built for Durability
Framework: Constructed from 40mm T6 aluminium, the perch is engineered to handle the stress of repeated assembly, disassembly, and transportation.
Hammer-Tested Nylon Joints: These joints combine flexibility with strength, ensuring the perch stands firm under pressure.
Weather-Resistant Covers: Made from 500gsm thick black PVC, the covers are wipe-clean and built to withstand the unpredictable conditions of race day.
2. Compact and Portable
Packed Dimensions: Measuring just 163x65x37cm when packed, the perch fits neatly into transport vehicles, leaving more space for essential gear.
Wheeled Storage Bag: Makes moving the perch between paddocks, pit lanes, or storage locations effortless.
3. Fully Equipped Workstation
Steel Table Shelf: Designed to hold laptops, radios, and essential tools, the table is powder-coated for durability and includes power outlets for charging devices.
Monitor Brackets: Perfect for mounting screens to display live race data or lap timing.
LED Strip Light: Ensures visibility and functionality in low-light or night time conditions.
4. Professional Branding Options
Customise the covers with team colours, sponsor logos, or even match the livery of your vehicle for a cohesive, professional look. A branded pit perch enhances your team’s image and ensures sponsors get the visibility they deserve.
5. Ergonomic Design
With a height to the eave of 2100mm and an apex height of 2410mm, the perch offers ample headroom for a comfortable working environment.
Uses for the Pop-Up Pit Perch in Motorsport
The Pop-Up Pit Perch isn’t just a shelter—it’s a multifunctional hub for every aspect of your team’s operations. Here’s how motorsport teams use this innovative product:
Pit Lane Command Centre
The compact footprint (800mm x 2070mm) fits perfectly into pit lane spaces, providing a centralised base for communication and strategy. With monitor brackets and a steel table shelf, the perch is an ideal hub for managing driver communication and tracking lap data in real time.
Data and Communication Hub
Motorsport thrives on data, and the Pop-Up Pit Perch is designed to keep your team connected. From analysing performance metrics to relaying instructions to drivers, the perch’s integrated features make data management seamless.
Team Shelter
Protect your crew from the elements with a weatherproof design that offers full coverage and wipe-clean PVC surfaces. It’s ideal for keeping team members focused and equipment safe during unpredictable conditions.
Branding and Sponsorship Platform
A branded perch doesn’t just look good—it works hard for your team. Custom printing transforms your perch into a visual statement that reinforces your team identity and highlights your sponsors to competitors, fans, and media.
Portable Workspace
With its compact packed size and practical wheeled bag, the perch is easy to transport and set up anywhere. Whether you’re operating in tight pit spaces or moving between events, it’s a reliable solution that travels well.
Global Appeal
The Pop-Up Pit Perch has proven its value to motorsport teams worldwide. Whether you’re racing locally or internationally, this versatile shelter is designed to meet the demands of any paddock or pit lane environment.
Specifications
Packed Dimensions: 163x65x37cm
Erected Footprint: 800mm(w) x 2070mm(l) x 2410mm(apex)
Weight: 62kg approx.
Height to Eave: 2100mm
Height to Apex: 2410mm
Accessories:
LED Light: 1160mm
Steel Table: 1856mm x 340mm x 930mm
Why Choose Gala Performance?
At Gala Performance, we don’t just design products—we live motorsport. The Pop-Up Pit Perch was developed with real race teams in mind, ensuring it meets the demands of life on the track. Whether you’re operating at a grassroots level or on the international stage, our perch gives you the tools to succeed. Shipped worldwide and trusted by professionals, it’s a product that’s as competitive as the teams who use it.
If you're a race team from anywhere in the world and you need a pit lane solution that travels light and pops up to provide shelter for your team and analytical equipment, then get in touch with our team of experts on +441709803457, start a live chat via the icon in the bottom right, or simply send us a message via the form below and we'll be back in touch as quickly as possible.
FAQ
Q: Why is the Pop-Up Pit Perch also called a “prat perch”?
A: It’s an affectionate term used in the motorsport industry for the pit perch—a light-hearted nod to the team members who use it to track data and strategise during races.
Q: Can I customise the perch with my team’s branding?
A: Absolutely. We offer customisation options for team colours, logos, and even matching your vehicle’s livery for a cohesive look.
Q: Is the perch suitable for international transport?
A: Yes! Its compact packed dimensions and wheeled storage bag make it easy to transport, whether you’re racing locally or abroad.
Q: What makes this perch stand out from standard gazebos?
A: The Pop-Up Pit Perch is purpose-built for motorsport, with features like monitor brackets, power outputs, and a steel table shelf, all designed for the unique demands of the pit lane.
Q: How weatherproof is the perch?
A: With thick 500gsm PVC covers, the perch is fully weather-resistant, protecting your team and equipment from rain, wind, and sun.