AC FAT-ALFIE CHAMPIONSHIP 2023 ABARTH/MAZDA

HF2000 · Sep 27, 2023

Hi Christopher,

I like your enthusiasm. So I want you to know that most of these guys at the Abarth/Mazda events have been doing that almost every week for quite some time now. And they've all gotten faster and more consistent. So if you're way off the pace, keep in mind that there are seconds to be gained by staying involved and learning from others. Also these guys are very helpful with tips and setup suggestions.

So my message is: Don't get discouraged if you are a backmarker in the first races. On the contrary, it is a great opportunity to become faster yourself.

Elmar3rd · Sep 29, 2023

The races last from dawn to dusk with even a little bit of darkness. At Watkind Glen I had problems with my favorite PP-Filters (RealityFilter and TrueColors) under darker conditions.

I'll switch to ILP_natural, which was recently updated and is my favorite (again) for every condition.

Improved Lighting for PURE

Modification of original pure filters: pure => ILP_Natural pureCandy => ILP_Candy pureLinear => ILP_linear Features: improved night lighting improved exposure for bad weather in the evening. Now there will be good visibility at any time of the...

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Chris Bloom · Oct 12, 2023

I've signed up with the Abarth. I love these circuits.

HF2000 · Oct 12, 2023

Round 1: https://www.racedepartment.com/thre...-1-thomson-road-wed-18th-october-2023.264440/

JamKart22 · Oct 16, 2023

If you've signed up for this championship then consider signing up for that parallel version run with classic cars. First race tomorrow ..

Thread 'CLASSIC Fat-Alfie Championship, Round 1 of 6 - Thompson Road, Tue 17th October 2023' https://www.racedepartment.com/thre...6-thompson-road-tue-17th-october-2023.264429/

We've already got a good sized grid - but the more the merrier. It's Fat-Alfie, so what's not to like!

Elmar3rd · Oct 16, 2023

The track is great. At first I didn't like it. But it got more and more exciting with every lap.

The actual "parallel" races are an interesting opportunity to compare the Mazda and the Alfa/Ford on the same track.
With the Mazda, I'm in the last third of the grid, regarding the times in the practice. That's totally OK for me and a skill I already reached at Watkins Glen or Schottenring.
But with the Alfa/Ford, I can't even get close to the rest. The same is for the past races, so I didn't join there.
With the Mazda I'm passably in the game, but no chance with the Alfa/Ford.
Of course, classic cars with vintage tyres are hard to handle, but I got quite familiar with the Ferrari 312/67 at Zolder or Imola, for example.
Weird.

HF2000 · Oct 16, 2023

Elmar3rd said:
The track is great. At first I didn't like it. But it got more and more exciting with every lap.

The actual "parallel" races are an interesting opportunity to compare the Mazda and the Alfa/Ford on the same track.
With the Mazda, I'm in the last third of the grid, regarding the times in the practice. That's totally OK for me and a skill I already reached at Watkins Glen or Schottenring.
But with the Alfa/Ford, I can't even get close to the rest. The same is for the past races, so I didn't join there.
With the Mazda I'm passably in the game, but no chance with the Alfa/Ford.
Of course, classic cars with vintage tyres are hard to handle, but I got quite familiar with the Ferrari 312/67 at Zolder or Imola, for example.
Weird.

Hi Dirk,

Now you know why we all love the Fat-Alfie tracks.
Yes vintage cars are hard but also very educational if you want to go a step further than the Mazda. As you have experienced with the Abarth/Mazda there's a learning curve for which you must drive a lot in practice and the race. When trying vintage cars, the curve almost starts again. Mastering those cars will definitely make you a better driver in every car.
Don't be disappointed in your pace. If you like driving the car anyway, speed and consistency will come.

Allan Ramsbottom · Oct 16, 2023

@Elmar3rd
Driving the old classics is what driving is all about,get as much practice in as you can,use the throttle to help you steer,brake that little bit earlier,get the back end round, feather the throttle,slow in fast out on the corners,watch for the corner Apex....

HF2000 · Oct 16, 2023

Allan Ramsbottom said:
@Elmar3rd
Driving the old classics is what driving is all about,get as much practice in as you can,use the throttle to help you steer,brake that little bit earlier,get the back end round, feather the throttle,slow in fast out on the corners,watch for the corner Apex....

Oh, is it that simple?

Medilloni · Oct 16, 2023

I give up (can't find on help site), what is the blue box next to driver name on the Emperor live timing screen?

Allan Ramsbottom · Oct 16, 2023

@Medilloni
Could be your Ping???

Twoddle · Oct 16, 2023

I think it's car number.

KDiesel · Oct 16, 2023

Twoddle said:
I think it's car number.

Yeah, car#

Medilloni · Oct 16, 2023

Twoddle said:
I think it's car number.

KDiesel said:
Yeah, car#

Doh!

Thanks guys

Alfred Wayne · Oct 16, 2023

Seconded what Allan says. I'm no where near as fast in classic cars as I am in the mx5, but I learned a ton about throttle and brake control in the old cars, a long with weight transfer.

The mx5 races let you practice more side by side racing, but my personal view is that racing any kind of car will teach you something useful you can then bring back when you hop on your favorite car.