500pp Club. Closed

[GTP_ADE]

Great pics Gary. Looking forward to Saturdays race. Double bill race weekend.

 

[Goodwolf]

Goodwolf wearing his damage well. though you'd never have guessed he was.

Yeah, it's my virtual rally experience that helps me a lot in these situations. You keep it cool and once you figure out how to deal with it, you push even more than before. Never quit!

Still, I can't remember that I have ever driven a damaged car for 40 minutes straight. Nice little achievement for me.

 

[CTR Driver]

Yeah, it's my virtual rally experience that helps me a lot in these situations. You keep it cool and once you figure out how to deal with it, you push even more than before. Never quit!

Still, I can't remember that I have ever driven a damaged car for 40 minutes straight. Nice little achievement for me.

Something that may turn into a trial by fire for 2 hours for me soon. Any tips?

 

[Goodwolf]

Something that may turn into a trial by fire for 2 hours for me soon. Any tips?

Stay cool and focused. If you get the rear damaged and obviously the engine, you'll have to pit.
When one side at the front gets damaged find the center position on your wheel and pay attention to your turn in inputs in the corners. On one side you will have to turn less and on the other more than before damage.
Be careful with the throttle. Apply it later and even more progressively to avoid understeer in the slow turns or oversteer in the fast ones.

How long will the tyres last?

 

[theewar]

Well done to Third Reign for the win,looking forward to seeing what car and track you pick for the next one.I never understood why a driver of your calibre would pick 4wd,however that is now put to bed with your win..Also well done to Weescotman for 2nd place,great pace man 🤬...3rd place was up for grabs by myself and capt-D for the whole race.From lap 1 to lap22 we fought for that place with lots of back and fourth and side by side action,with four turns to go I made Another move and made it work(just)..... Thanks to CTR Driver for his ongoing work on the 500pp Club,You have a full plate these days with this club and the other pies you have in the oven....Good job man .....

 

[Third Reign]

Well done to Third Reign for the win,looking forward to seeing what car and track you pick for the next one.I never understood why a driver of your calibre would pick 4wd,however that is now put to bed with your win...

Thanks!

I chose the Evo because it was a lot slower than my usual go-to favorites like the RX-7, 370Z, NSX, RGT and M3. The 4wd was a PP handicap in the past(GT5) and would usually become a real handicap in later race stages due to strong front tyre wear. Turns out I found some settings that made the EvoX a blast to drive, I could oversteer into the turns and then just ride out the 4wd on exit and full throttle. I didn't expect it to be so much stronger in to be honest.

My next pick will most likely be a Silvia, S15 or S13. For track choice I'll have to double-check past events and find something fun.

 

[Goodwolf]

Thanks!

I chose the Evo because it was a lot slower than my usual go-to favorites like the RX-7, 370Z, NSX, RGT and M3. The 4wd was a PP handicap in the past(GT5) and would usually become a real handicap in later race stages due to strong front tyre wear. Turns out I found some settings that made the EvoX a blast to drive, I could oversteer into the turns and then just ride out the 4wd on exit and full throttle. I didn't expect it to be so much stronger in to be honest.

My next pick will most likely be a Silvia, S15 or S13. For track choice I'll have to double-check past events and find something fun.

Congratulations TR!!! 👍👍👍

I found out the same thing about 4WD cars in GT6. You can brake later, slide in and when the tyres grip again, you can push with full throttle and just launch yourself out of the corners.

 

[CTR Driver]

Congratulations TR!!! 👍👍👍

I found out the same thing about 4WD cars in GT6. You can brake later, slide in and when the tyres grip again, you can push with full throttle and just launch yourself out of the corners.

So that's how its done then All I need from you @Third Reign for the time being is a location for the next race.

I feel a special mention has to go to @Lonely_Looser looser for holding the fastest lap time for a portion of the race.
And to weescotman, cpt_D and theewar for their use of car. This was perhaps the closest 500pp race yet.

Top work gentlemen.

 

[Goodwolf]

@CTR Driver well you don't have to be that much careful as with RWD or precise as with FWD.

 

[CTR Driver]

@CTR Driver well you don't have to be that much careful as with RWD or precise as with FWD.

Sort of the best of both worlds? Now what do Honda do that's 4wd, do I fancy trying an odyssey?

 

[Third Reign]

So my track choice is the Senna-DLC Monza circuit (can't remember the year). I really like the implementation of the first chicane there. My other contender was Ascari, but I have a vague memory of being there recently, might have been a different series thought.

 

[CTR Driver]

So my track choice is the Senna-DLC Monza circuit (can't remember the year). I really like the implementation of the first chicane there. My other contender was Ascari, but I have a vague memory of being there recently, might have been a different series thought.

You were there in zero cup. I will get the graphics updated.

 

[TruGenTimeless]

Really impressive shots of the NA2 @CTR Driver

 

[Third Reign]

I hope it isn't too late to change my mind about the track choice. Seeing as a new track appeared by surprise today, I think it might be neat to chose the A1 Ring instead of old Monza.

 

[CTR Driver]

I hope it isn't too late to change my mind about the track choice. Seeing as a new track appeared by surprise today, I think it might be neat to chose the A1 Ring instead of old Monza.

Not too late. I'll just have to start over with laps and graphics, so it will take longer than it already has.
When you say A1 Ring, which of the new additions is it? Just so I don't end up using the wrong one.

:EDIT: You mean the full GP Red Bull Ring. Just read the news section and it was spelled out for me.

And finally some pictures of our most recent event

8 Drivers take on a race against time.


A few position changes but Tehlotus holds onto pole


Newcomer Bergele sets him in his sights


Third Reigns 4WD slices through


As Tehlotus drops back

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GC Finds his feet and starts to push


Ade overcooks the final chicane


Proof that GC cannot drift. At least without taking someone out....


Cpt_D and Theewar Using their American Muscle to the fullest


As the sun sets Ade braces himself


GC starts a new charge as twilight falls


Cpt_D and Theewar weather the change of lighting


Under cover of darkness Weescotman aims for a win

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But is usurped by Third Reign and his 4WD

 

[Third Reign]

Not too late. I'll just have to start over with laps and graphics, so it will take longer than it already has.
When you say A1 Ring, which of the new additions is it? Just so I don't end up using the wrong one.

:EDIT: You mean the full GP Red Bull Ring. Just read the news section and it was spelled out for me.

I'm forever stuck with the name A1 Ring, I've had the pleasure to watch a F1 race there once. Plus I try to avoid any advertisement

 

[Lonely_Looser]

Gary ... you can Drift but it's very difficult with the wheel ... and you did take me out ...

 

[CTR Driver]

Gary ... you can Drift but it's very difficult with the wheel ...

Maybe. But it is more luck than skill

...and you did take me out ...

Yeah, sorry again

 

[Lonely_Looser]

no problem I'll have my revenge an other day

 

[CTR Driver]

I look forward to it

 

[Lonely_Looser]

I look forward to it

Me too lol

 

[BinaryPilot]

Are headsets mandatory, preferred or forbidden?

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[CTR Driver]

Are headsets mandatory, preferred or forbidden?

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There is no preference. If you have one you can use it, if you want.
As there are no points involved if anyone dc's they lost nothing but a maximum of 45 minutes racing. And they are welcome to return to the room and watch.

 

[Third Reign]

Anyone against moving the race start forward? I'm sure I'm not the only one wanting to see the consolation final tomorrow.

 

[CTR Driver]

Anyone against moving the race start forward? I'm sure I'm not the only one wanting to see the consolation final tomorrow.

I'd be willing to if everyone else is happy. I know theewar and weescotman will be busy with the le mans 24 hour. It just depends on who else is intended on turning up. What time is kick off in relation to the normal race times?
I'm sorry, I don't follow football.

 

[Third Reign]

Kick-off is at 21 bst, so one hour in.

 

[CTR Driver]

If I open the room early and aim for a 20:15 qualifying start. You should only miss the first 10-15 minutes.

 

[Goodwolf]

I'm with you guys, with one eye watching 24 hour live stream

 

[Third Reign]

If I open the room early and aim for a 20:15 qualifying start. You should only miss the first 10-15 minutes.

I bet you hear hat can happen in 15 minutes

We had one guy go grab a drink for a few guys in the round. He was so P.O.'ed when he missed 2 goals.

I guess we'll see how many decide to show up, if its only a few drivers we could shorten the race in worst case scenario.

 

[CTR Driver]

I bet you hear hat can happen in 15 minutes

We had one guy go grab a drink for a few guys in the round. He was so P.O.'ed when he missed 2 goals.

I guess we'll see how many decide to show up, if its only a few drivers we could shorten the race in worst case scenario.

Again, I can work with that.