A.R.S. Roadster Summer Series | Jammy Wins Round 9 & Ph7sher Wins Round 10 | Jammy wins the TitleFinished
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Hey guys this stuff tends to happen from time to time and I'm honestly surprised we don't see it more often. That being said what happened Saturday was a bit ridiculous, I will take part of the blame being the host, but I honestly thought we looked good to go on the track map, so that is my bad.
As for the damage on the restart, we have to be more careful on restarts to not cause this sorts of incidents. I actually remember a similar incident back in my Vintage Nascar Series. We were at Motegi and it was a restart (double-file btw), someone jumped the start got into someone else and got them sideways, and you can figure out what happened from there. Like Sass said though if we a tad bit more space it could go a long way.
Now onto the fun topic. Why with all of the over aggressive driving. I am not claiming innocence here, but I know of at least one driver in particular who was very aggressive and made a lot of blocking maneuvers in both races. I am sure this driver knows who I am talking about them and I am considering a penalty for such driving. There is no need for aggressive driving here. I know the races are short and every single one of us really wants to win the race, but please guys patience really does go a long way, also keep the rules in mind. I don't like seeing someone hanging on someone else's bumper for a whole lap.
As for the damage on the restart, we have to be more careful on restarts to not cause this sorts of incidents. I actually remember a similar incident back in my Vintage Nascar Series. We were at Motegi and it was a restart (double-file btw), someone jumped the start got into someone else and got them sideways, and you can figure out what happened from there. Like Sass said though if we a tad bit more space it could go a long way.
Was considering just throwing a red flag, because people may get lapped if the pit under caution.
Ph1sher, I don't think it was an issue at all.
Now onto the fun topic. Why with all of the over aggressive driving. I am not claiming innocence here, but I know of at least one driver in particular who was very aggressive and made a lot of blocking maneuvers in both races. I am sure this driver knows who I am talking about them and I am considering a penalty for such driving. There is no need for aggressive driving here. I know the races are short and every single one of us really wants to win the race, but please guys patience really does go a long way, also keep the rules in mind. I don't like seeing someone hanging on someone else's bumper for a whole lap.
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I think a slower pace speed would have helped. Maybe as a rule of thumb, if the field is not regrouped before the final corner we'll do another pace lap. I will say it is difficult for the stewards because they are trying to run their own race and frantically trying to make sure everything is correct before going green.
I'd like to add an opinion: I realize we have a restart zone that is usually from the start of pit wall to the start/finish line. Some guys that are leading really drag out the restart all the way to the start/finish. That is definitely within the rules and their prerogative. I will say that going somewhere in the middle will spread the field more evenly and catch the field off guard. If you wait til the line, obviously everyone know when you are going to go, which kind of defeats the purpose. We've all seen how it is done in F1 or IndyCar, their rules are different but they attempt to catch the field by surprise and put the hammer down two corners before the front straight. So for our league and our rules, I would say that restarting at the line is potentially causing problems. The accordion effect gets worse and worse the closer we get to that start/finish, especially at the rear of the field.
I'd like to add an opinion: I realize we have a restart zone that is usually from the start of pit wall to the start/finish line. Some guys that are leading really drag out the restart all the way to the start/finish. That is definitely within the rules and their prerogative. I will say that going somewhere in the middle will spread the field more evenly and catch the field off guard. If you wait til the line, obviously everyone know when you are going to go, which kind of defeats the purpose. We've all seen how it is done in F1 or IndyCar, their rules are different but they attempt to catch the field by surprise and put the hammer down two corners before the front straight. So for our league and our rules, I would say that restarting at the line is potentially causing problems. The accordion effect gets worse and worse the closer we get to that start/finish, especially at the rear of the field.
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Awesome pictures @Sassafrass_3 
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Well guys everything is updated. I have to say that 15 point lead Dylan has is pretty good. I know it is probably too early to say this, but Dylan you are well on your way to you first ARS championship.
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Lets not get too crazy, he's not positive he'll make the next race.
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Well I did say...
Don't forget about the dropped races either. I considered all the factors before making that statement and figured it was highly probable.
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I don't think I'll be able to race this Saturday due to going on a trip with my friends to a roller coaster place in Minnesota. However if we somehow get back before race time I'll be there. I don't plan on qualifying so I'll start from the rear if I show up but maybe I'll do qualy if things look any better.
Thank you
Phish
Thank you
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Not going to be able to attend tonight. Same with Autumn Ring.
Thanks for the great racing guys. Shame my first real run for a championship has to end like this. Hopefully, I'll get my internet issues fixed by the time the next series rolls around...
That means it's up to you @Sassafrass_3 to win the Championship for Interstellar!
Thanks for the great racing guys. Shame my first real run for a championship has to end like this. Hopefully, I'll get my internet issues fixed by the time the next series rolls around...
That means it's up to you @Sassafrass_3 to win the Championship for Interstellar!
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I'll be able to do race 1 but I'm not too sure about race 2, have to go out for lunch with my family today and the race time's gonna cut it pretty close.
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Alright guys here we go. These are official qualifying results. I will go over everything again before the race. See you all in 15 minutes. Also, I dropped the pace speed to 50 mph/80 kph for the rest of the races.
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Does anyone have a copy of Martinsville race 1 replay they can send me? 
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I saved it, but do not understand how to send it.
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Great racing last night guys. Sorry about all the contact Jammy, zero excuses just terrible driving.
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Quite a lot too late braking...
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Long straights, no braking markers and little extra speed from the slipstream=not good
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90% sure I'll be able to race this Saturday! Will do qualy as well! It'll be a good race at Autumn Ring Mini! 
I'll also likely Live stream the race this Saturday if it's okay with you @aceboy127
I'll also likely Live stream the race this Saturday if it's okay with you @aceboy127
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Yes, I am hoping so. Hope to see you there.90% sure I'll be able to race this Saturday! Will do qualy as well! It'll be a good race at Autumn Ring Mini!
Oh crap you mean we are goingout there for everyone to see? Just kill me now, lol. Just kidding, that will be fine with me. Unless some express that they do not want to be on a live stream, then I may have to say no.
Also everyone. The results are official. I went back for further review and my initial assumption appears to be wrong (at least I hope it is). Anyway Congratulations again to Noir and Sass! Lets get ready for Saturday.
