CRAP GT6 - GT500 Sat 7 Nov 9pm EST (GMT-5)Open
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Great. There will hopefully be a public room open Friday and Saturday at least between 10:00 and 13:00 gmt and possibly longer and much of Saturday evening gmt. Room numbers will be posted once open.
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- Near Reading, Uk
- JohnSchoonsBeard
I hadn't read Knukken's post - apparently Australia will be opening the rooms shortly. Great that we'll also have rooms open later.
HP - we know you've also got dealings with a rather unsavoury pirate too
Have fun at work mate and see you some time soon.
A Little Bit Of History
C.R.A.P was started in 2011 by Heathenpride, as a result of his frustration at the treatment he often received in public lobbies, just because he was a 'noob' and used driving aids. He wanted a group where people wouldn't be judged for being a new driver; where people would treat each other with respect, help each other out, and just generally have a good time.
A lot of the group actually don't use any Driving Aids but they are allowed (except for Skid Recovery Force) in most of our organised races. We do also do some races without any Driver Aids which is testament to how some of the members have improved and how some of the group are up there in alien territory.
We have around 70 members from across the globe, 5 dedicated lounges and our own forum.
I joined the group in February 2012. I'd been playing the game since getting a PS3 in April 2011 specifically for the game (I'd dabbled in GT3 and GT4)
At the time I was using Traction Control to cope with a heavy right foot. With the advice I got from fellow CRAP-pers and racing in the clean and friendly rooms I learned to turn it off and be quicker without it (most of the time). Now I just use ABS=1 and will probably turn that off for all cars sometime soon.
Microphones are encouraged for cheeky banter but not obligatory. It isn't all just serious racing. We have a really good variety of some serious and some casual racing - see our first post from Lissa and my list on the previous page from this one (some of this is taken from that)
https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/showthread.php?p=8047953#post8047953
If you are a new driver looking to improve, or an accomplished driver looking for some fun races with no pressure to have to take part each week, then C.R.A.P. may be the answer you are looking for.
So How Do I Join?
If you think C.R.A.P. offers something you'd like to be a part of, just show your interest in this thread. Someone will be in touch!
HP - we know you've also got dealings with a rather unsavoury pirate too
Have fun at work mate and see you some time soon.A Little Bit Of History
C.R.A.P was started in 2011 by Heathenpride, as a result of his frustration at the treatment he often received in public lobbies, just because he was a 'noob' and used driving aids. He wanted a group where people wouldn't be judged for being a new driver; where people would treat each other with respect, help each other out, and just generally have a good time.
A lot of the group actually don't use any Driving Aids but they are allowed (except for Skid Recovery Force) in most of our organised races. We do also do some races without any Driver Aids which is testament to how some of the members have improved and how some of the group are up there in alien territory.
We have around 70 members from across the globe, 5 dedicated lounges and our own forum.
I joined the group in February 2012. I'd been playing the game since getting a PS3 in April 2011 specifically for the game (I'd dabbled in GT3 and GT4)
At the time I was using Traction Control to cope with a heavy right foot. With the advice I got from fellow CRAP-pers and racing in the clean and friendly rooms I learned to turn it off and be quicker without it (most of the time). Now I just use ABS=1 and will probably turn that off for all cars sometime soon.
Microphones are encouraged for cheeky banter but not obligatory. It isn't all just serious racing. We have a really good variety of some serious and some casual racing - see our first post from Lissa and my list on the previous page from this one (some of this is taken from that)
https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/showthread.php?p=8047953#post8047953
If you are a new driver looking to improve, or an accomplished driver looking for some fun races with no pressure to have to take part each week, then C.R.A.P. may be the answer you are looking for.
So How Do I Join?
If you think C.R.A.P. offers something you'd like to be a part of, just show your interest in this thread. Someone will be in touch!
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- 2,884
- Near Reading, Uk
- JohnSchoonsBeard
We will often have a race 23:30 gmt for an hour or 2 on a Saturday. Also there are people on during the week most nights. Friend requesting everyone helps a lot of the impromptu racing is organise by personal message on the PlayStation Network.
There are a fair few Americans and Canadians in out midst. East and west.
There are a fair few Americans and Canadians in out midst. East and west.
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- 2,884
- Near Reading, Uk
- JohnSchoonsBeard
If one hasn't been opened before I should be on around 23:00gmt to open another. That's about 4 hours 45 minutes from now. Open to all.
We'll do a mix of some short and medium length single make races and a bit of shuffling.
Clean racing please.
We'll do a mix of some short and medium length single make races and a bit of shuffling.
Clean racing please.
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- Near Reading, Uk
- JohnSchoonsBeard
The recruiting room code is
1472 6399 9009 5385 7102
Name: clean CRAP recruiting
all clean racers welcome.
Cheers
1472 6399 9009 5385 7102
Name: clean CRAP recruiting
all clean racers welcome.
Cheers
- 2,884
- Near Reading, Uk
- JohnSchoonsBeard
Well we had a full room all night and most of the races were clean. Well done to Mightypickle for hosting it all. Hope the ribs get better soon!
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- timdct
looking to find earlier races, but I can't figure out GMT to EST conversions. How much difference is it? The other group I'm in doesn't start racing till 10:30-11:00 EST and thats too late for me, I know pathetic.
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- LissaMR2
Is that Australian EST or North American EST? WHY are they both EST, dammit!! How confusing!
OK, Australian EST is generally around 10 hours ahead of GMT, so 12.30 pm GMT is around 10.30 PM
American EST is generally around 5 hours behind GMT, so 12.30 PM GMT is around 7.30 AM
Hope that helps!
Now MY brain hurts!
- 2,884
- Near Reading, Uk
- JohnSchoonsBeard
For the races this weekend you need access to the CRAP lounges as they aren't available in the public lobbies. We sometimes do open lobbies available to all on GTPlanet but most of our races take place in our 5 private GT5 CRAP lounges. You'll also get joining instructions for our own forum.
If you want to join then post on here and Lissa will fix you up
Today 12:30 GMT (just over 3 hours from now) and at our regular weekend slots shown below, we have an 8 track Go Karting mini series (takes about 2 hours)
We generally run organised weekly races at
12:30 GMT on a Friday - 07:30 EST (US), 23:30 EST (Aus)
12:30 GMT on a Saturday - 07:30 EST (US), 23:30 EST (Aus)
23:30 GMT on a Saturday - 18:30 EST (US), 10:30 EST (Aus)
However there will be 3 practices/casual sessions during the week (Mon-Fri) in the evenings to try and give suitable times for the people scattered across the globe.
They may be around the following times ....(very rough estimates currently to allow the whole continent a convenient time. To be confirmed)
22:00 EST (Aus)
20:00 GMT (UK)
22:00 EST (US)
Reply to this thread asking to join.
If you want to join then post on here and Lissa will fix you up
Today 12:30 GMT (just over 3 hours from now) and at our regular weekend slots shown below, we have an 8 track Go Karting mini series (takes about 2 hours)
We generally run organised weekly races at
12:30 GMT on a Friday - 07:30 EST (US), 23:30 EST (Aus)
12:30 GMT on a Saturday - 07:30 EST (US), 23:30 EST (Aus)
23:30 GMT on a Saturday - 18:30 EST (US), 10:30 EST (Aus)
However there will be 3 practices/casual sessions during the week (Mon-Fri) in the evenings to try and give suitable times for the people scattered across the globe.
They may be around the following times ....(very rough estimates currently to allow the whole continent a convenient time. To be confirmed)
22:00 EST (Aus)
20:00 GMT (UK)
22:00 EST (US)
Reply to this thread asking to join.
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- Cambridge
- KINGOFYING
Hi, I think C.R.A.P. is exactly what I'm looking for. Sign me up please.
- 1,676
- Marietta, GA
- micantony
JUST A REMINDER ABOUT OUR RACES THIS WEEKEND FOR CRAP MEMBERS ON GTP:
***ANNOUNCEMENT***
Bring out your Favorite GT500 cars for a fun filled weekend of racing with your fellow CRAP members.
Further details below!
CRAP will be putting on a TUNING PROHIBITED SuperGT500 racing event on the weekend of February 22-24, 2013 at the usual race times.
We anticipate there to be Two 40 minute races with the second race being reverse grid. These cars are loads of fun to drive, so please come out and enjoy the festivities. Open Practice sessions during race week for each time zone will be announced.
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***REGULATIONS***
TRACK: Autodromo Nazionale Monza
Grip Reduction: Real
Slipstream: Weak
Disable Collisions: Off
Visible Damage: Off
Boost: Off
Start Type: Grid Start
LAPS: 21
Grid Order Race 1: Fastest First
Grid Order Race 2: Reverse Grid
Penalty: None
Race Finish Delay: 180 sec
Mechanical Damage: Light
Tire Wear/Fuel Consumption: FAST
AIDS OFF, except ABS
Vehicle Tuning: Prohibited
Tire Restriction: Unrestricted
Power: Track Entry Controlled
MORE DETAILS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
***ANNOUNCEMENT***
Bring out your Favorite GT500 cars for a fun filled weekend of racing with your fellow CRAP members.
Further details below!
CRAP will be putting on a TUNING PROHIBITED SuperGT500 racing event on the weekend of February 22-24, 2013 at the usual race times.
We anticipate there to be Two 40 minute races with the second race being reverse grid. These cars are loads of fun to drive, so please come out and enjoy the festivities. Open Practice sessions during race week for each time zone will be announced.
[image]
***REGULATIONS***
TRACK: Autodromo Nazionale Monza
Grip Reduction: Real
Slipstream: Weak
Disable Collisions: Off
Visible Damage: Off
Boost: Off
Start Type: Grid Start
LAPS: 21
Grid Order Race 1: Fastest First
Grid Order Race 2: Reverse Grid
Penalty: None
Race Finish Delay: 180 sec
Mechanical Damage: Light
Tire Wear/Fuel Consumption: FAST
AIDS OFF, except ABS
Vehicle Tuning: Prohibited
Tire Restriction: Unrestricted
Power: Track Entry Controlled
MORE DETAILS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
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- Near Reading, Uk
- JohnSchoonsBeard
And here's another reminder to members and (potential new members) of a new series we have starting in a couple of weeks
Full details at the following link
https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/showthread.php?t=274712
CRAP has got itself a new race series for GT5 drivers. Without further ado we bring you.
P.A.R.C. - PICKLES AUTOS RACING CRAP (Tuning Prohibited)
Week 1 - March 9 FF Week
Volkswagen Golf IV GTI RM '01 - CS - Nurburgring Nordschleife Weather/Time 4 Laps
Honda INTEGRA TYPE R (DC5) RM '04 - RM - Clubman Stage Route 5 Reverse 40 Laps
Week 2 - March 16 4WD Week
Subaru IMPREZA Sedan WRX STI spec C Type RA RM '05 - RH - Nurburgring GP/D - 24 laps
Nissan SKYLINE GT-R R33 TC - RM - Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps ( You'll need track and car packs 1) - 15 Laps
March 23 Week off - March Enduro
Week 3 - March 30 FR Week
Chrevrolet Camaro Z28 RM '69 - SM - Cape Ring Inside - 40 Laps
Mazda Roadster TC - SS - Grand Valley Reverse (You'll need car pack 1) - 18 Laps
Week 4 - April 6 MR Week
Lotus Elise RM '96 - SS or SH - Tsukuba - use Chicane after Dunlop Bridge - Laps TBC
Acura NSX RM '91 - RM - Autumn Ring Reverse - Laps TBC
REGULATIONS
2 x 40 minute races per Race Meeting. 2 runnings per weekend which means 2 divisions - Friday and Saturday divisions.
Each Race Meeting (2 races):
Race 1 grid - random/room order.
Race 2 grid - reverse of last race.
Tuning prohibited.
Times will be as follows - NOTE day change for Division A from Friday to Saturday
EDIT
"Friday Division" Now renamed Division A and time moved
12:00 GMT Saturday
Saturday Division (Sunday for some!) Renamed Division B
23:00 GMT
Further details below
https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/showthread.php?t=274712
Full details at the following link
https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/showthread.php?t=274712
CRAP has got itself a new race series for GT5 drivers. Without further ado we bring you.
P.A.R.C. - PICKLES AUTOS RACING CRAP (Tuning Prohibited)
Week 1 - March 9 FF Week
Volkswagen Golf IV GTI RM '01 - CS - Nurburgring Nordschleife Weather/Time 4 Laps
Honda INTEGRA TYPE R (DC5) RM '04 - RM - Clubman Stage Route 5 Reverse 40 Laps
Week 2 - March 16 4WD Week
Subaru IMPREZA Sedan WRX STI spec C Type RA RM '05 - RH - Nurburgring GP/D - 24 laps
Nissan SKYLINE GT-R R33 TC - RM - Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps ( You'll need track and car packs 1) - 15 Laps
March 23 Week off - March Enduro
Week 3 - March 30 FR Week
Chrevrolet Camaro Z28 RM '69 - SM - Cape Ring Inside - 40 Laps
Mazda Roadster TC - SS - Grand Valley Reverse (You'll need car pack 1) - 18 Laps
Week 4 - April 6 MR Week
Lotus Elise RM '96 - SS or SH - Tsukuba - use Chicane after Dunlop Bridge - Laps TBC
Acura NSX RM '91 - RM - Autumn Ring Reverse - Laps TBC
REGULATIONS
2 x 40 minute races per Race Meeting. 2 runnings per weekend which means 2 divisions - Friday and Saturday divisions.
Each Race Meeting (2 races):
Race 1 grid - random/room order.
Race 2 grid - reverse of last race.
Tuning prohibited.
Times will be as follows - NOTE day change for Division A from Friday to Saturday
EDIT
"Friday Division" Now renamed Division A and time moved
12:00 GMT Saturday
Saturday Division (Sunday for some!) Renamed Division B
23:00 GMT
Further details below
https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/showthread.php?t=274712
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Just wanted to throw my piece here.
I saw Pluxtheduck's event on GTP and joined a test run. Plux suggested I look at the crap forums for more events so I did.
Having a free weekend I decided to join the Saturday 12.30 GMT GT Race with these guys. Very friendly, very welcoming.
Shaved a personal best by over two seconds within two races, ended up doing 4 with them I enjoyed it so much.
I'm not fast enough for more serious race series. If you feel the same or as said before just want a more 'casual' approach. These guys seem legit
I saw Pluxtheduck's event on GTP and joined a test run. Plux suggested I look at the crap forums for more events so I did.
Having a free weekend I decided to join the Saturday 12.30 GMT GT Race with these guys. Very friendly, very welcoming.
Shaved a personal best by over two seconds within two races, ended up doing 4 with them I enjoyed it so much.
I'm not fast enough for more serious race series. If you feel the same or as said before just want a more 'casual' approach. These guys seem legit
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- JohnSchoonsBeard
I'm not fast enough for more serious race series. If you feel the same or as said before just want a more 'casual' approach. These guys seem legit
Some of CRAP are up there in the top echelons of racers and some of us are a bit more human! Kolin you did fine. Well done on the improvement.
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