- 1,150
- SW, Missouri
- Luv2Coach
Welcome Drivers!
Do you live the thrill of driving door-to-door in a pack with a group of clean, respectful drivers!? Then you've come to the right place!!!
We welcome you to S.T.a.R; a league designed for all skill levels. We have drivers from S.N.A.I.L. and TURTLE racing leagues too. So, regardless of your skill level or affiliation with other leagues, you're welcome to join us!
Our mission is to provide an atmosphere of fun, clean, hard racing and provide opportunities for drivers to learn how to get better and faster without driving (more in some cases) aggressive.
About S.T.a.R
S.T.a.R. is an acronym for SPEC, Tuned, and Racecar/RM car. We are the only league that runs three types of races on one race day. Drivers have the opportunity to race their "strong suit"; be it in 1-Make (Spec) races, showcasing their Tuning skills, or driving a Racecar. This levels the playing field for everyone, allowing each driver to capitalize on their strengths and improving on their other racing category weaknesses. Variety of racing categories is the driving force behind this league. Each "season" is 4 weeks followed by a combined Divisions endurance race (SLCS) in week 5. Or you can take an "off" week in week 5 and just race the SLCS.
S.T.a.R. History (How a S.T.a.R is born)
I used to host (GT5) public rooms running a race format of 2 races/track; Fastest First / Rev Grid to give everyone a chance to start up front. And rather than running only one race format like almost every public lobby does, I ran SPEC, TUNED, and RACECARS because drivers were wanting variety and a chance to showcase their garage.
After several months of public hosting and building a reputation for clean racing, low tolerance for unclean drivers, and the lower grip in tires, I decided to start a league; S.T.a.R. was born.
S.T.a.R. Event(s)
S.T.a.R. League Championship Series (SLCS)
We run the SLCS if you are interested in "racing for something", or just show up and race for fun.
The season runs 5 weeks keeping a cumulative point total using your 4 highest weekly scores. Week 6 is an Endurance race for those who qualify base on season points.
Race day is Sunday starting promptly at 21:00 GMT/16:00 EST/15:00 CST/13:00 PST. Lobby opens no later than 15 minutes before the top of the hour. If you want to see our drivers, here's our DRIVERS LIST.
Prizes
"Prizes" are awarded to the top three (division) winners based on the points system and will get to choose from the three "prizes" available. Prize selection deadline is 23:59 CST Wednesday.
GOLD: Choose any race combo from the previous week: Race 1, Race 2, or Race 3. Then you have the freedom to KEEP or CHANGE any part of the Race you choose.
SILVER: Choose one of the two remaining Races with the same freedom as the Gold Prize.
BRONZE: Same options as Gold with remaining Race.
Settings, Format, Points System
Race Day: Sunday
Each race is roughly 12 minutes, thus laps will vary. Race day lasts right at 2 hours.
Start Time: Qualifying starts promptly at 21:00 GMT/16:00 EST/15:00 CST/13:00 PST. Please CLEAR your CACHE before entering room.
Race Settings:
Start Type--- FALSE START CHECK
Boost--- OFF
Penalty--- NONE
Tire Wear--- NORMAL
Grip Reduction--- REAL
Visible Damage--- OFF
Mechanical Damage--- LIGHT
Slipstream Strength--- REAL
Driving Options--- ABS only Available
Race Format:
RACE 1: This is a SPEC a.k.a. 1 Make, race using any selected non-racecar. All non-racecars are allowed. So yes, Concepts are available for selection. All drivers will drive the same model car for this race. 2 HOT laps for qualifying will be used for the first race. In some cases, more than 2 hot laps will be allowed due to a 5 minute minimum Qualifying time. After the first race, there will be a second race using Reverse Grid at the same track.
RACE 2: R2 is a TUNED race using any street legal car (no concept & no racecar), tuned to the given Performance Points for that race. The same format as Race 1 will be used for qualifying and reverse grid starts.
RACE 3: A Racecar will be used for this race. Same format as Race 1 & 2.
Points System:
Points are awarded based on finish position. 1st Place = 16 points --- 16th Place = 1 point. For rooms with less than 16 cars we use this math equation to adjust points in order to make it an "even playing field" for all drivers. Points=16-xy, where x is 16 divided by total cars in field and y is the number of places behind first (5th place is 4 positions behind 1st).
Regulations
Race 1-SPEC: Any non-racecar. TUNING PROHIBITED
Race 2-TUNE: Any street legal car. TUNING is allowed, but with restrictions. After changing the oil, a car may only be tuned UP; it cannot be "detuned".
Example: The PP choice for the week is 480PP. In this scenario an NSX Type R '02 may be tuned UP to 480PP since it is 475PP after changing the oil. An HS '04, whomever, cannot be used because it is 505PP in its stock form.
Race 3-Race Car: A Race Car or Race Modified Car. TUNING PROHIBITED
Tire Settings Chart (based on PP after oil change.):
STREET CARS
520 & below -- SH
521 - 549 -- SM
550 & up -- SS
RACE CARS / RM CARS
500PP & below -- SS
501PP & up -- RH
Divisions
A Time Trial will be used in order to place drivers in situations where they will be competing against drivers of similar skill level. As drivers develop (speed & racecraft improvement), they will be moved to the next faster division as warranted. Please note that a driver may remain in a division where he/she is much faster than his/her competitors but needs to improve their racecraft. This encourages the driver to be more concerned with car control, passing cleanly, etc. rather than simply "winning at all costs" and/or driving too aggressive. The driver now has to learn to drive in and around traffic cleanly, rather than "through" traffic.
How Do I Join?!
1: Create a GTP account (be sure to include your PSN ID) & post a request to join us on the thread.
2: Look for a reply to your request.
3: Submit your CAR COLOR/WHEELS COLOR/RACECAR NUMBER to @Luv2Coach via New Conversation
4: Run your TT
5: Read the OLR and be sure to ask questions if you do not understand something.
6: Check the weekly line-up, get your cars ready, and prepare to have fun!!!
Rules OLR
Strict adherence to the OLR is required. We highly recommend you read the OLR thoroughly and understand key components: Rules 01, 05-12, 14, 15, & 17. Throughout the OLR you will notice bold text to emphasize key points. You will also find green text that is used as addendums to the OLR added by S.T.a.R. Racing League. If a Post Race Review is filed, it will be reviewed and penalties assessed. Nearly all penalties are -1 point.
NOTE: Please follow OLR 17 for filing a PPR (Post Race Review) if you feel a driver violated any OLR rules. The deadline for filing is MONDAY, 2100 CST / 0300 GMT.
If a driver accumulates -6 points in any given week, then that driver will be suspended from one race combo the following week. Each penalty thereafter will be a one race suspension.
Example: Driver A receives a total of -8 points in week 2. The penalty for week 3 will be to set out the entire Race 2 combo (the combo with most negative points) and set out the second race of Race 1 and Race 3.
LAG ISSUES
"If a driver is having lag issues, they are required to exit, clear cache, & reenter. The driver will have three minutes from the time the request to "Clear Cache" is made."
The Good Racecraft Guide
For further details on exemplary racecraft I have included a link to this document written by VBR. It explains some very key and clear details regarding Defending & Attacking, Overtaking & Being Overtaken, and Drafting. The Good Racecraft Guide also discusses decision making during a race and includes further links to good racecraft.
After reading this document, you will have a far better understanding of what is expected of you as a driver here at S.T.a.R. This league was founded on the principle of clean, respectful, racing. Racing with respect to others and good racecraft ensures great competition with close and fun racing. There is simply nothing better than driving hard and having a good close battle for position without fear another driver will ruin the race for both parties due to bad decisions and/or poor judgement during a heated race.
I respectfully request you read this document; it is worth your time.
Thank you for considering racing with S.T.a.R. and may you enjoy your affiliation with us.
Good racin' !!!
Sincerely and respectfully,
Coach
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