Old Practice Sessions Thread

[dekojester]

SERVER: FRO|FormulaRacing|#4

IF YOU HAVE NOT BEEN SENT THE PASSWORD, PM JO53PHS

On Saturday, 3 May there will be an official practice session for the 2008 Kyoto 500.

The main purpose of this session will be to give practice in Safety Car Deployments. The SC will be deployed at random intervals. They will not be the bulk of the race, but there will be at least 3 deployments to make sure participants are familiar with the rules.

ScheduleAll Times BST (GMT +1):

1400: Server set to open practice Mode.
1445: Server Passworded. All non-Kyoto500 or LFSCART entrants kicked.
1500: All participants should be in TeamSpeak by this point. A brief Driver's Meeting will be held where I go over the full day's procedures.
15:10: 30 minute qualifying...cars sent out in groups of no more than ten, for ample time for at least 5 laps. This is to reduce risk of interference from drafting.
1540: 10 minute rest break, admins sort out any penalties, and grid order is prepared. Track open for practice AFTER two admins have confirmed screenshot of results, and time clock has expired.
1550: 90-lap race, 92 programmed.

From 1355 BST until the Race Director declares the official session over, all occurences will affect your status for the Kyoto 500.

Also, please post here if you plan on attending, so I may gauge attendance.

Entry List: (Car # - RacerName [ LFSName ]):
1. 29 - Jocelyn Gingras [ Elderado ]
2. 52 - Jake Lennan [ LazLoW ]
3. 46 - D. Southword [ Storm_Cloud ]
4. 24 - Kenneth O'Keefe [ Racer hero ]
5. 87 - Kristjan Jarve [ Kristjan.J ]

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[J@tko]

Replays attached.

[JO53PHS]

I've just watched the replay and I have to say a few things about the start


Most clutch burning was due to poor clutch control out of the grids and/or general impatience. Other clutch burning was due to people being incapable of looking at their position at the start, and finding the box with the position number on.
The staggered triple file was a bit of a mess. You should keep in rows of 3 (staggered if possible). That is the one of the two purposes of the second grid.

[Elderado]

Present.

[Zachary Zoomy]

darn I'm in Whistler that weekend :(

[LazLoW]

Good chance I'll be there.
Jake Lennan #52

[TFalke55]

I cannot do it Saturdays because of my real life ^^ why is it so important, this real life??? I think when god made the world, he should have creat it in LFS style, and upload it on all computers...
As I said... I won't be there, for 100% :(

[Storm_Cloud]

darn I'm in Whistler that weekend :(

Who's Whistler? :lovies:

I should be there, no other plans at the moment.

[evilpimp]

I might be there :D

[Elderado]

Who's Whistler?




Not sure but here's his mother.........

http://www.elderado.ca/mother.jpg

[racer hero]

I will try and be there.

[dawesdust_12]

darn I'm in Whistler that weekend :(

How are you in a mountain, wouldn't you be on it?

[Zachary Zoomy]

Whistler is a village 3 hours away from Vancouver. I'm playing in a huge music festival there.

[evilpimp]

Are those times in EST? If its GMT I wont be able to make it. If its EST I MIGHT but not for sure :S

[Mazar]

Are those times in EST? If its GMT I wont be able to make it. If its EST I MIGHT but not for sure :S

GMT

Best, Maz

[TFalke55]

GMT

Best, Maz

no... GMT+1 ;) they are in BST, and that is GreenwichMainTime +1 hour :D

On Saturday, 3 May there will be an official practice session for the 2008 Kyoto 500.

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Last edited by dekojester : Today at 16:48.

As you evilpimp can see that deko added it a few minutes after reading your question

[Stefani24]

Id like to, but i didnt come to drive 300 laps for the 500 :(

[TFalke55]

Id like to, but i didnt come to drive 300 laps for the 500 :(

the 300 laps are no requirement to enter a testevent, they are just a requirement for entering the qualifying... that's what I know, hope I am up to speed.... ehm... up to date

[dekojester]

the 300 laps are no requirement to enter a testevent, they are just a requirement for entering the qualifying... that's what I know, hope I am up to speed.... ehm... up to date

Correct: You must satisfy all the requirements in the Entry thread on or before 21 June to be a Kyoto 500 entrant.

For what it's worth, everyone's still a provisional entry. ;)

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[Kristjan.J]

I think i'm there.

[JO53PHS]

no... GMT+1 ;) they are in BST, and that is GreenwichMainTime +1 hour :D



Its Greenwich Mean Time you fool! :razz:

[hyntty]

Its Greenwich Mean Time you fool! :razz:

Ur mean yourself!

[evilpimp]

Ah, then I probably won't make it.

[TFalke55]

Its Greenwich Mean Time you fool! :razz:

Main... Mean... well... never read it, just listened to it :shrug: I'm not a Brit... We just call it Worldtime (Weltzeit), or at least I call it this way, in daily language :D Some aeroplanes still use the name Zulu for it, other the name UTC
As long as everyone knows what is meant it is okey, isn't it :smileypul

[dekojester]

Also, this will be held in FRO|FormulaRacing.org|#4

Teamspeak will be in use for Race Control directives.

Please direct TS questions to Mazar, as I believe he's set everyone on the entry list to get into it.

Remember, even if you have not confirmed entry for this official session, you may show up "at the door" and be into it, as long as you're in by 1500 BST.

d

[TFalke55]

Also, this will be held in FRO|FormulaRacing.org|#4

Teamspeak will be in use for Race Control directives.

Please direct TS questions to Mazar, as I believe he's set everyone on the entry list to get into it.

Remember, even if you have not confirmed entry for this official session, you may show up "at the door" and be into it, as long as you're in by 1500 BST.

d

As #4 is gone lost, due to the problems of Frank500 I set the LFSCART server (#2) to the normal oval now... the past 12 h it was on oval chicane, now it is on oval with the Kyoto 300 layout (means: normal Oval, just with cones on the inside of the Pit Entry / Exit)

[JO53PHS]

What server's this gonna be on? :scratchch

[TFalke55]

What server's this gonna be on? :scratchch

I'd suggest server #2, as it is set on Kyoto Oval + Fo8, and as I have the admin pw and so on...

btw: I havn't seen Maz for about a week now

[dekojester]

Decision on server is #4 Formula Racing Server. I'm on it now.

d

[Elderado]

I just finished watching the race replay. I turn off race comments durring the race so as not to be distracted. I'm surprised and pissed off by some of the comments made by Mr O'Keefe in regards to my driving abilities. Especially when i saw 2 incidents where he was at fault. If there is a consensus as to my inability to participate i would like to know now so as not to waste your time nor mine.

Thank you.

Elderado

[dekojester]

I just finished watching the race replay. I turn off race comments durring the race so as not to be distracted. I'm surprised and pissed off by some of the comments made by Mr O'Keefe in regards to my driving abilities. Especially when i saw 2 incidents where he was at fault. If there is a consensus as to my inability to participate i would like to know now so as not to waste your time nor mine.

Thank you.

Elderado

I would like to inform you and everyone else that I watched your performance in the race today and was quite impressed. I saw nothing wrong, and did not see you cause any incidents.

Also, congratulations on being the first (and so far only) to meet the minimum official practice sessions. Now, just upload a hotlap of under 38s to LFSW and you could be the first to be a confirmed entry !

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[Elderado]

I would like to inform you and everyone else that I watched your performance in the race today and was quite impressed. I saw nothing wrong, and did not see you cause any incidents.

Also, congratulations on being the first (and so far only) to meet the minimum official practice sessions. Now, just upload a hotlap of under 38s to LFSW and you could be the first to be a confirmed entry !

d

Thank you. Hot lap loaded. Looking forward to next practice.

Elderado

[anttt69]

What server's this gonna be on? :scratchch

Probably one that full of drivers of varying ability who take a disliking to be being called TARDS :scratchch:

[Mazar]

As #4 is gone lost, due to the problems of Frank500 I set the LFSCART server (#2) to the normal oval now... the past 12 h it was on oval chicane, now it is on oval with the Kyoto 300 layout (means: normal Oval, just with cones on the inside of the Pit Entry / Exit)

What probs Falke?


btw: I havn't seen Maz for about a week now

Just got back...all ok?

Best, Maz

[TFalke55]

What probs Falke?



Just got back...all ok?

Best, Maz

everything is okey again. There were some problems with server four. 500servers chrashed, and all servers were called 500servers, and the settings were deleted. It was not literaly gone lost, but it was not avaidable at this point of time.

and, yeah... everything is fine. I just was surprised. Normally you post at least one thing (wich i notice) a day, and then, there was nothing, neither on the teamserves... :D nothing more then a surprise...

[Mazar]

everything is okey again. There were some problems with server four. 500servers chrashed, and all servers were called 500servers, and the settings were deleted. It was not literaly gone lost, but it was not avaidable at this point of time.

Arrrgghhh....

FRO have servers with two of the major hosts to insure against such situations. But when your backup plans also start falling over, time to do something ourselves.

Don't worry, LFSCART will have the fastest, most reliable servers we can get.

See you on the servers falke, should be back on tomorrow during the day.

Best, Maz

[dekojester]

All -

There will be an officially sanctioned Hour-long Free Practice session on Wednesday, 14 May 2008 at 21:30 UTC.

This is a good opportunity to work on your setups, take pitstop practice, practice slipstreaming, or meet the lap requirements if you are still short.

Afterwards, there will be a 25-lap officially sanctioned race for kicks and giggles, and because we bloody well can !

Post in this thread if you're able to make it. If I get enough "signups" I might scrap the hour FP and make it a 50-lap race after qualifying (which would be done in Kyoto 500 format).

d

[Dalek0220]

In! Deko, can I practice pit marshaling?

[hyntty]

Timezones, D! Not at the middle of the bloody night please, 00.30-01.30 isn't convinient for us in Tallinn time

[JasonL220]

should be there

[J@tko]

Reminder to all British competitors that this is at 10.30 pm :thumbsup:

[TFalke55]

sry... I'd call it: fail

it is midweek, and it is late for europeans. Two things wich only work for holyday breaks or vacances, at least for europeans it is a fail.

[J@tko]

^ dw Falke - there will be more at times more suited to Europeans. This one happens to be at this time because I'm not around (I presume Joe is doing something) and so Deko is organising it, and he's not home from work/class until quite late. We will be having another weekend one soon :thumbsup:

[dekojester]

The lateness is the reason why this is only slated as a FP session. This is mostly also to make up for me forgetting to do one last weekend.

d

[JO53PHS]

I won't be there. Simple as :shrug: :D

[evilpimp]

Hmm what would that be in EST? Is it 5:30? If so I can make it, if not then I can't.

[Dalek0220]

Now I know what the time actually is, stuff it.
The time is an epic phail, it needs to be earlier.

[dekojester]

The earliest I can do is 20:30 UTC.

I have class from 1400-1600 my time. Which is 1800-2000 GMT.

Plus, time to walk to and from, etc.

Would 20:30 GMT work ?

d

[TFalke55]

I could do it better. It is 22:30 then, 21:30 in UK. Qualify + 50 laps are definately capable for me. It is still late, but as it is the earliest point in time, it is ok.

[J@tko]

Yes, your race director has completely forgotten about this :D

He will be with you shortly :razz:

[dekojester]

D'oh !

This is what happens when you get three call form people at work asking for this, that, the other. You get busy telling them to bog off and forget about other things.

I'll schedule an FP and other practice sessions for this weekend and next. This weekend, I'll have to consider oneGP and the other events.

d

[hyntty]

Mwaah... I thought I could come by, annoy D and leave. But instead he forgot the whole thing. Lucky there's no-one round :D

[evilpimp]

Lol. xD

This stinks though I never have time to go to the FP's. I have H2H saturday and LXO sunday. And soon enough ill have StormCup after LXO on sunday's too!

[hyntty]

This stinks though I never have time to go to the FP's.

So howcome you were at ctra race 3 (or 2 was it?) while the FP was supposed to be? BUSTED

[hyntty]

I'll schedule an FP and other practice sessions for this weekend and next.

If I may suggest post the time/date asap and send a billion pm's. People might actually show up if they knew in advance

[JO53PHS]

I bagsie mass-PMing :D

[dekojester]

I bagsie mass-PMing :D

That's good, because I was gonna shove it off onto you.

I'll post infos later today, once I figure out my schedule.

d

[JO53PHS]

I already have a list of contacts 'dialled in' from my last mass PMing session. I can just edit the message, add the new signups and re-send :thumb:

[evilpimp]

So howcome you were at ctra race 3 (or 2 was it?) while the FP was supposed to be? BUSTED

Because I looked in what server deko was in and it said none. Why would I just stay doing nothing when I could be racing...

Not busted ;) If deko was indeed in the FP server I would have went.

[dekojester]

Hey-

Apologies for the late notice on this. I did tell Joseph about this earlier, and I hope he PMed this to you.

There will be 2 back-to-back official sessions today, 17 May.

Session 1
1800-1900 GMT (1900-2000 BST (UK Time)): Free Practice session. Track open. Server will be set to qualifying mode. Must complete at least 10 flying laps for attendance to count.

Session 2
From 1905 GMT (20:05 - BST (UK Time)): Qualifying as per Kyoto 500 format. Then, 60 laps race (+2 Pace laps).

Use of TeamSpeak is required during the sessions. Please not that racers are not required to have talk functions, but must be in the TS server to listen. If you've not got formularacing.org TS server informations, let me know and I'll set you up.

Server will be FormulaRacing.org #4.

RSVPing not necessary for these.

d

[Dalek0220]

Time isn't epic phail :thumbsup:
So I'm practising pitlane marshalling. :thumbsup:

[JO53PHS]

You didn't tell me I needed to do mass PMing. I'll start once I've properly woken up :D:thumb:

[J@tko]

I should be there for most of the time. Might be a bit late, and might have to leave for dinner, but will be there the rest of the time. :thumbsup:

[JO53PHS]

Before I start mass PMing, will the server be passworded or not?

[J@tko]

Yes. Normal password.

[JO53PHS]

Mass PMing done. :D

[J@tko]

Mass PMing done. :D

How come I didnt get one? :D

[Dalek0220]

Nor me?

[JO53PHS]

Nor me?

You're not on the entry list.

[J@tko]

Sorry, can't make it until bout 8.45 at the earliest :(

[hyntty]

Sorry, can't make it until bout 8.45 at the earliest :(

No-worries there! I'm sure it wouldn't be hard to code a program to randomly shout random disinformation, so you can be easily replaced :thumb:

But obviously it won't be necessary cause I'll be there to cover for you :D

[J@tko]

No-worries there! I'm sure it wouldn't be hard to code a program to randomly shout random disinformation, so you can be easily replaced :thumb:

:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D :D:D:D:D:D:D

Well, ive just been laughing my head off at the telemarketers thread, but now ive just gone hysterical :D

So that's what everyone thinks of me :D:D:D:D:D

Thanks very much :D

[Dalek0220]

You're not on the entry list.
I'm a marshal. http://www.lfsforum.net/images/icons/icon12.gif

[JO53PHS]

If you're a marshall you shouldn't need to be reminded of practice sessions, because you should check the NDR forum regularly :smileypul

[J@tko]

If you're a marshall you shouldn't need to be reminded of practice sessions, because you should check the NDR forum regularly :smileypul
If you're a competitor you shouldn't need to be reminded of practice sessions, because you should check the NDR forum regularly :smileypul

[evilpimp]

Once again can't come because it's at the same time as Head 2 Head Racing league...

[Dalek0220]

Kay srsly, I need the password.

[hyntty]

Again, at 20.05 british time there will be quali + race.

If u possibly can... so if u got knocked out at H2H....

[evilpimp]

k well I did my 10 flying laps. So should get attendance and then need another half a practice and I'm done.

[dekojester]

This is the merged folder for topics on past practice sessions, to keep the forum clean.

The Practice Evenings thread is to be used for general information on the sessions.

The currently upcoming session will have it's own thread.

d

[h3adbang3r]

When will the pdf sheet for drivers be updated? I'd like to know if that pracitce session I participated in even counted towards my two sessions.

[dekojester]

When will the pdf sheet for drivers be updated? I'd like to know if that pracitce session I participated in even counted towards my two sessions.

THey will count. I was home home for the weekend, so my sheet file was still in the dorms (took the wrong flash drive home.:shrug: ).

I'll update it tonight.

d

[dekojester]

All-

There will be four sessions this weekend for the Kyoto 500.

On Saturday, 7 June: Session 1: 45 minutes free practice from 16:00 UTC.

On Saturday, 7 June: Session 2: Qualify + 50 laps race from 19:00 UTC.

On Sunday, 8 June: Session 1: 45 Minutes Free Practice from 16:00 UTC

On Sunday, 8 June: Session 2: Qualify + 50 laps race from 17:00 UTC. /mustpit=yes for this session.

d

[TeamPlayersBlue]

I will be present for the practice and race on Sunday

[hyntty]

Two things to mention, D:

1) I'm not here this weekend. So I won't be there (=practises) either.

2) Deko can't spell chequered.

So Happy weekend from Timo, who has to go to some summer house where the residents speak Swedish :(

[J@tko]

Two things to mention, D:

1) I'm not here this weekend. So I won't be there (=practises) either.

2) You can't spell chequered.

So Happy weekend from Timo, who has to go to some summer house where the residents speak Swedish :(
Now I think we should get our spelling right before we correct others :D

[lamerr]

password???

[J@tko]

password???
PMed to you :thumbsup:

[h3adbang3r]

Yes, you never sent the damn password!

[J@tko]

Yes, you never sent the damn password!
Bloody Joe failed again :(

It's the same as its always been :shrug:

@ Everyone - if you dont have the pass - PM me :thumbsup:

[dekojester]

Everyone -

I'll be holding a practice session this Tuesday, 10 June for the Kyoto 500.

The format of this session will be Kyoto 500-format qualifying, followed by a 60 lap race with one mandatory pitstop.

Start time: 1630 UTC.

Post here if you're able to attend.

[TFalke55]

I'm able to attend! xD

[TeamPlayersBlue]

i am able to attend!

[DeadWolfBones]

Unable to attend. Too early in the US.

[Dalek0220]

Getting moar impoartant, eh?

Anyway, I'm able to attend.

[hyntty]

yes

[J@tko]

I probably won't be there.

[(-Mark-)]

Im finally able to attend, my wheel is fixed :D

EDIT: actually, i finish college at 4:30 so ill doubt ill be there

[Mazar]

Cool, will be there.

Best, Maz

[J@tko]

Server is down!

We're working on it.

Or maybe not :shrug:

[JO53PHS]

The server has epic failed - all go to FRO|FormulaRacing|#4

[TFalke55]

The server has epic failed [...]

black shadows are following you :(

[J@tko]

What a great race guys - well done :)

Let's hope the real race is like that.

Well, apart from the server :(

Thanks to FRO for the back-up server, and to you all for your patience whilst we sorted stuff out :)

Results and other stuff I'm sure Deko will provide :)

[major_syphillis]

That was fun! :smileypul


When is the next one :scratchch

[pacesetter]

Can you pm the server pw cos i disco'd and didnt know the pw cos Joe only put it on! pls!!

[TFalke55]

hmmm can you release the dates for the upcoming training events? I will go pm'ing every entry on my LFSCART list about theire achieved requirements and it would be good to know them.

[Mazar]

Thanks to FRO for the back-up server, and to you all for your patience whilst we sorted stuff out

No problem, #4 is there as a back up for you.

I would advise to develop a back up plan for the race day guys and just in case...prepare FRO #4 for race day too, for a plan B, just in case scenario.

As that is twice now a server has unfortunately failed on practice race days and why we had to get a back up ourselves. Shit happens, so plan round it..

LFSCART will move to the #4 server for the forthcoming Oval rounds.

Best, Maz

[J@tko]

Sorry for the late call guys, but I will be holding a Practice Evening tonight at 9pm BST (8pm GMT/UTC)

Format will be a 20 min Quali session, with a 30 lap race after, no pit stops.

Some indication of attendance would be appreciated. :thumbsup:

We'll be back on our own server tonight (Kyoto 500) - normal pass, if you don't know it - PM me :). If the server goes down like it did last night, FRO|FormulaRacing|#4 will be the backup server, and if that crashes, then it will most likely be FRO|FormulaRacing|#2

Hope to see as many of you there as possible.

@Hyntty, Joe, Deko e.t.c, Admin help would be appreciated :)

[JO53PHS]

Seeing as it's getting so close, I think that in the next day or so we should set out all (or just how many) practice sessions we're going to do between now and Qualifying. Then people know how many opportunities they have left to meet the requirements :)

[TFalke55]

if you need any help in admining, just call me...

[DeadWolfBones]

I'll be there, I hope.

[TeamPlayersBlue]

cant find the server, where is it?? I need to attend this practice session.....

[J@tko]

That didn't go well. :(. However, quali did go quite well, apart from some name/setup/timing/drafting issues. Poor old DWB got taken out again :( (but then won :))

PLEASE will everyone take a look at the UPDATED rules (as of 4/6/08), LOOK at the new start procedures. :)

Thanks to DWB for the feedback regarding the 'wait for green flag' command - that's the kind of stuff we want :). The actual racing was pretty good - as usual. It's just getting you going that's the problem! :tilt:

Yes, we should have waved the start off - correct.

[JO53PHS]

Here's the replay

http://files.filefront.com/Practice+session+11th+Junempr/;10597566;/fileinfo.html

:)

[Elderado]

Its just you had no problems bending the rules durring quali but yet you hand out drive thrus during race???? Bit harsh i think, anyways i'll live with it. :banghead:

[JO53PHS]

Having had a think about it, I'm the one responsible for the Drive through penalty shambles. I gave a DTP to ilaybrk for jumping the start, because he was the only one I saw who jumped at the time.

It was only fair to give the same punishment to all. If I had realised how many people had jumped, I wouldn't have given the penalty(ies).

Anyway :(:shrug:

[greg_slideways]

I think it went ok. Great admining guys, Just need a few improvments. :shrug:

[dekojester]

Right.

DISCLAIMER: The following is me trying to sort out the situation. I'm not meaning to be an asshole about this, I just am being strict on this because I DO NOT want this to even be remotely close to happening on June 21, 22, or 28th.

So, I'm looking at the replay and am shaking my head.

The start should have either been waved off, or let go. In any case, because one "went", everyone went as a matter of reaction. So no penalties shoudl have been handed.

The rest is pretty good, racing-wise.

The D/Ts SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN HANDED OUT. Everyone who went had some sort of second-thought pause. Everyone had the "Oh s**t ! I shouldn't go yet !" reaction.

I will be VERY strict during the qualifications and races. And this is NOT JUST for the drivers, but also the admins. Anytime during a session, or before and after it, when I'm in the server, I AM IN CHARGE. I will send a PM to those who have volunteered to help admin (thankyou for doing so, of course) detailing what responsibilities are.

Again - I apologies to those who were in the session today for the problems. I am giving credit to those who were there.

There will be some changes to the regulations in the next 48 hours.

dekojester.

[JO53PHS]

....And while you're changing the rules could you change 'Team Speak' to 'Ventrilo'. I kinda forgot to do that :D

[hyntty]

The start should have either been waved off, or let go. In any case, because one "went", everyone went as a matter of reaction. So no penalties shoudl have been handed.

The rest is pretty good, racing-wise.

The D/Ts SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN HANDED OUT. Everyone who went had some sort of second-thought pause. Everyone had the "Oh s**t ! I shouldn't go yet !" reaction.


Ok, I'm gonna try and not sound like an utter pilloc: It was way too early for anyone to even think about going. There's no differernce between one driver taking a jump start or half the field doing so. It clearly says in the rulebook that the green flag is shown when the leader crosses the 'green flag' line marked with orange cones and a chalk line. Should it be marked better maybe? Now the administrative error was that Jack gave up and pressed the button when everyone started to go. This I should have spotted and yelled at him.

Secondly, let's make it clear what the qualifying is like. How about if in the next practicce(s) it'll be in the ky500 format, or only an open track if there's technical difficulities? Someone said that it can be confusing (when the format is switched back and forward, why not go with the one that's in the rules).

....And while you're changing the rules could you change 'Team Speak' to 'Ventrilo'. I kinda forgot to do that :D

So it is ventrilo we're using now? I bet the server slots are gonna be full with all competitors and fm people there :shrug:

[JO53PHS]

We will be changing the voice communication system we use from Team Speak to Ventrilo. We are doing this for improved sound quality amongst other reasons.

The server is vt.fragmaster.net, and the port is 3808.

We will be in the 'NDR Racing Team' room.

Ventrilo can be downloaded on the website, here:

http://www.ventrilo.com/

If you have problems with this please contact Dekojester

:shrug:

[J@tko]

Now the administrative error was that Jack gave up and pressed the button when everyone started to go. This I should have spotted and yelled at him.
No I didn't - I waited for the leaders to cross the line IIRC.


Still disagree with Deko about the handing out of penalties. DWB, Falke and Greg didn't floor it :shrug:. It's the only fair punishment to be given. Correct - I should've waved off the start. I was very close to, and on heli cam watching the person that was in second place, and it looked like to me that everyone was back in formation again. However, DWB, Falke and Greg were halfway back down the home straight - and not in the formation that I saw, but I didn't know that. That's why I gave the green flag.

Also, I have changed my 'wait' bind (which was STAY AT 50MPH/80KPH - WAIT FOR GREEN). When you're waiting for the green flag, one thing that you can see is the 'green' on the end of it, especially as it's a different colour, so people think that it's green flag without reading the rest of it :(

I've changed it to being all in red now - thanks to DWB for that.

Everything up until the point where Joe pitted was really good stuff - everyone was in perfect formation, although everyone's tyres were a little cold - we might have to look at that.

EDIT: I don't want a big argument to come out of this please - just general comments and no attacks on people.

[JO53PHS]

To quote a PM he sent me:




And by the way, SC period speed WILL BE 150 KPH/whatever that is in MPH. It's better for several reasons: It's around the midrange of 2nd gear for most, so wheelspin isn't too big of an issue. It helps keep the pace of the race up, and it helps keep heat in tyres.

:-)

More updates to the rules from me in the next 48 hours, too.

d

[dekojester]

There will be an official Practice Session for the Inaugural Kyoto 500 on Sunday, June 15th 2008.

The session will be a one-hour Free Practice.

The LFSCART folks are doubly welcome as they are having a race at Kyoto Oval later that evening.

The session will start at 18:00 UTC.

An indication of attendance is appreciated here.

Look for a post later this weekend with info for ALL sessions next week.

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[hyntty]

I think I might drive a few laps since the race is at 19:00...

[dekojester]

Also, due to the fact that LFSCART is at 19:00, the server used for this session will be FRO|FormulaRacing|#4.

This post supercedes any posts about this event's location prior to this posting.

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[major_syphillis]

what is that CST :scratchch:x

[dekojester]

what is that CST :scratchch:x

It's 1400 Eastern Daylight.

So what, 1300 CST ?

[dekojester]

Hey all !

Today's sessions will be Kyoto 500 Qualifying followed by 45-lap races (47, +2 pace) with PIT REQUIRED.

Session one is at 1900 UTC. THIS IS A CHANGE ! I meant to make it 1900 when I first posted this, but mistyped.

Session 2 is at 2400 UTC.

Both sessions are welcome to anyone, as they will not be passworded. Vote to kick/ban is allowed, so any tossers may be tossed.

I will post results after using LFSStats.

Indicate attendance here.

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[Raven88]

I will attempt to make both sessions.

[racer hero]

Session #2 would be at 8pm EST then right? I will try my best to be there.

[J@tko]

I'll make the first one, but the second is a bit late for me :D

[hyntty]

I'll make the first one, but the second is a bit late for me :D

No but it's later for me so you'll have to be in the second one...

Didn't know we were taking turns? :scratchch

[J@tko]

Sorry I missed the one yesterday - I failed and mixed up my times :(

[dekojester]

Note the change in session 1. It's 1900 UTC. I meant to have them then. I accidentally typed in 1800.

Never post important posts when about to go to bed, or when IMing JO53PHS.

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[J@tko]

Note the change in session 1. It's 1900 UTC. I meant to have them then. I accidentally typed in 1800.

Never post important posts when about to go to bed, or when IMing JO53PHS.

d
Huh? So it's now?

So why is it deserted?

[evilpimp]

Huh? So it's now?

So why is it deserted?

Everyone's at spiderman's funeral.

ACtually I lost power in my room so I can't come but I wanted to lol. My sis used the hair dryer in my bro's room and it made us lose the power in my room and my bro's so no driving :'(.

[hyntty]

I see.

Guess what guys???

I killed spiderman yesterday. He came in my room and was kinda like doin his super cool moves and climbing on my walls and then I was like WAAAAAAAAAAA and took a tissue and went CRSHHH and crushed him.

Sorry little kids if this traumatised you but spiderman is now dead.


ACtually I lost power in my room so I can't come but I wanted to lol. My sis used the hair dryer in my bro's room and it made us lose the power in my room and my bro's so no driving :'(.

And someone dared to accuse me of posting stupid things...

[evilpimp]

Well, pass isn't the same as usual so can't join?

[greg_slideways]

My second podium in only my second race. Great admin and great race! :thumb:

[major_syphillis]

My second podium in only my second race. Great admin and great race! :thumb:


you running full throttle into the leader under yellow flag was classic :razz:

[greg_slideways]

95% front brake=No brakes Haha plus I gave him his spot back, and let him pass me once, so its all fair. :nod:

[dekojester]

LFSStats report of the race here:

http://new-dimension-racing.bravehost.com/kyoto500/practiceraceresults/16_June_2008_Session2.html

[Raven88]

Not only once was I was run into as the leader under yellow, but twice...... and still won the race.

[greg_slideways]

Highest climber with a podium, Extremly happy with my race! :thumb:

[major_syphillis]

LFSStats report of the race here:

http://new-dimension-racing.bravehost.com/kyoto500/practiceraceresults/16_June_2008_Session2.html


I'll take my cookie for best split :smileypul

[dekojester]

Today's two sessions will be at the following times:

1900 UTC

2400 UTC.

Today's will be Kyoto 500 format qualifying, then 70-laps races (+2 Pace, 72 scheduled).

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[J@tko]

Sounded like a good race guys.

One question - how did TomShank reach 395kph? Speedhaxxorz? :P

[J@tko]

Today's two sessions will be at the following times:

1900 UTC

2400 UTC.

Today's will be Kyoto 500 format qualifying, then 70-laps races (+2 Pace, 72 scheduled).

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I might get to the first one - depending on how the UF-BR promo is going :shrug:

Looks like Tuesday Races will have to wait another week :thumbsup:

[dekojester]

He had an epicmasscrash. I think it was that, or maybe leaving early.

Dunno.

Ask someone else who was there.

I forgetzorz

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[greg_slideways]

Sounded like a good race guys.

One question - how did TomShank reach 395kph? Speedhaxxorz? :P
I do not think he used speed hacks.
And yes quite the race, Sad to see you not there, although probably for the better due to your failing ratio. :razz:

[greg_slideways]

I belive I will be at both 3pm and 8pm eastern time sesions. Although I didnt make 3pm yesterday, due to sleeping in. I hope to make it today!

[Raven88]

Sounded like a good race guys.

One question - how did TomShank reach 395kph? Speedhaxxorz? :P

Somehow on a like 1 of his 4 or 5 wrecks he was in that happened.

[hyntty]

I'm in. So the event will be held even if Deko is asleep...

[dekojester]

Server is Kyoto 500 server, and is up, and I'm there.

I'll be afk for a bit from this posting to make lunch, but I'll be back in time.

d

[evilpimp]

@ Deko : Do I get the pass this time? lol

[Sueycide_FD]

gimmie pass

[greg_slideways]

101 seemed to lag really bad, witch endend my day. Although I hada podium chance. Congrats on 0.00 Finish leaders. Had fun till i got wrecked.

[Sueycide_FD]

for the incident between me and wetmore: 32:40

Incident between me and Thilesen #1 : 41:03 (blocked me but no officials really caught it)

#2: 41:15

#3: 42:03(i can understand that being my fault :shrug:)

#4: 45:56

except for the 3rd, it was unacceptable and the session was fail. But at least i found out that i can do 12.87-12.95 on 1st spilts so i got something out of this.

[TFalke55]

for the incident between me and wetmore: 32:40

Incident between me and Thilesen #1 : 41:03 (blocked me but no officials really caught it)

#2: 41:15

#3: 42:03(i can understand that being my fault :shrug:)

#4: 45:56

except for the 3rd, it was unacceptable and the session was fail. But at least i found out that i can do 12.87-12.95 on 1st spilts so i got something out of this.

first of all, wrong section ;) there is an own thread for things like this: Kyoto 500 Practice Session Complaints and Penalties (http://www.lfsforum.net/showthread.php?t=42418)

second: what do you mean by blocking? As it is (league) racing, blocking is allowed under some circumstances... It is not some softcore public server oval racing!

[greg_slideways]

I didnt relize I could not block, it is racing you see.

[Sueycide_FD]

first of all, wrong section ;) there is an own thread for things like this: Kyoto 500 Practice Session Complaints and Penalties (http://www.lfsforum.net/showthread.php?t=42418)

second: what do you mean by blocking? As it is (league) racing, blocking is allowed under some circumstances... It is not some softcore public server oval racing!

i wasnt complaining i was noting since me and greg had a very brief exchange after the race, so i pointed out everything ;)

[dekojester]

Kyoto 500 Server the location.

Session 1 at 19:00 UTC.

Session 2 at 00:00 UTC.

Races will be timed. 1 hour each, pitstop required. MUST USE R2s and R3s during the race. Which you start on, and which you end on, are your choice. Start on what you qualify on. Throwing this in the mix for a bit of fun. Racing's racing. :-)

If JO53PHS doesn't send the epicmassPM today before Session 1, PM me for the Server Password.

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[J@tko]

I will be there full-time tonight :thumbsup:

[hyntty]

Races will be timed. 1 hour each, pitstop required. MUST USE R2s and R3s during the race. Which you start on, and which you end on, are your choice. Start on what you qualify on. Throwing this in the mix for a bit of fun. Racing's racing. :-)


Hav U gone mad?

PS. Would you mind sharing the password with me also? I know it is unlikely but someone might ask for it...

[J@tko]

Hav U gone mad?

PS. Would you mind sharing the password with me also? I know it is unlikely but someone might ask for it...

Don't think he has :shrug:

It's just for some fun, and to bring some variety to the sessions.

Pass has been PMed to you.

[TeamPlayersBlue]

I should be able to make both sessions. I will be late for the first one though. I should be able to qualify last and make it.

[TFalke55]

... fail... testing sessions should stay to the technical rules... It would be like saying in the F1: For Free Practice, we are using the ChampCar Lola, in qualifying the A1GP car, and racing, you are allowed on the F1 car.

I like this two compound rule, but I dislike such changes, as it is a Test Event for an Event where this rule is not included!

[TeamPlayersBlue]

... fail... testing sessions should stay to the technical rules... It would be like saying in the F1: For Free Practice, we are using the ChampCar Lola, in qualifying the A1GP car, and racing, you are allowed on the F1 car.

I like this two compound rule, but I dislike such changes, as it is a Test Event for an Event where this rule is not included!

??? I dont see what the fuss is all about. Cant you use R2's in the race?? I think you are a nut job if you want use R2's personally. Havent tested it, but i imagine they arent faster in the first place.

I do have a problem with the one hour rule. Lets just stick to a certain number of laps. Our calculations on fuel is based on laps and not time. Lets not confuse the hell out of us. I actually found it difficult to do quick calculations after racing for a bit.

Good race yesterday, except i needed a rule clarified which cost me a spot, no biggie though

[TFalke55]

??? I dont see what the fuss is all about. Cant you use R2's in the race?? I think you are a nut job if you want use R2's personally. Havent tested it, but i imagine they arent faster in the first place.

Yes you can use R2's, wich gave you a bit more grip over a few laps, but my problem is inventing a new rule for a trainig event of an event for where this rule is not enforced. Additionally I don't see how you want to enforce it. The rule is that you have to change the compound in the pitstop, and that your first stint have to be done on the compound you've qualifyed on.

I do have a problem with the one hour rule. Lets just stick to a certain number of laps. Our calculations on fuel is based on laps and not time. Lets not confuse the hell out of us. I actually found it difficult to do quick calculations after racing for a bit.

... well a lap takes 36-37 seconds with slipstream... that are about 100 laps :thumb:

[hyntty]

I do have a problem with the one hour rule. Lets just stick to a certain number of laps. Our calculations on fuel is based on laps and not time. Lets not confuse the hell out of us. I actually found it difficult to do quick calculations after racing for a bit.



Sounds like an excuse? How come other peole can do it, some even weekly?

[JO53PHS]

I'm doing epicmassPMs now! :P

[JO53PHS]

Done :D

[major_syphillis]

Done :D


Just a side remark. The ventrillo client being used is 3.0.1 which can be dled here

http://www.ventrilo.com/dlprod.php?id=1


I'm not sure if the 3.0.3 (linked in PM) works also :shrug:

[JO53PHS]

I'm sure the PM link was just to Ventrilo.com?

[dekojester]

Today's sessions are on the same times as the rest of this weeks, 1900 UTC and 0000 UTC.

Today's format is One-hour qualifying, that is, there is a one-hour window to get everyone qualified in. The race distance today is 60 laps, first two behind the SC, to make total laps 62. A pitstop is required.

We will be trying a new pitting procedure. During green flag conditions, you may enter the pits from the exit of turn three, as long as you enter in the "gate" created by the commitment cones. The only time the warmup lane is required to be used is on full-course yellows.

Server will be passworded at 10 after the hour at the start of each sesions (Session start time +10mins)

I will begin enforcing the Ventrilo rule from this afternoon's session. You MUST be on Ventrilo. TALKBACK is not required, you just need to listen. fragmaster.net/vt for information, PM me for assistance.

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[dekojester]

The time draws near for the cut. You need sessions ? SPECIAL LIMITED OFFER TODAY !

Sessions will be held at 19:00 UTC, and Midnight UTC.

Format, no qualifying, random grid order, THREE races. MUST pit during Green Flag.

Race 1 is 10 laps. Race 2 is 25 laps. Race 3 is 40 laps. Three-wide start for each. 5 Minute break between each.

Now, here is the SPECIAL LIMITED OFFER !

If you are in two of the three races, it'll count as one practice session. If you are in three of the three races, you'll be counted with not one, but TWO sessions attended.

So, if you need two sessions, all you have to do is be in the Kyoto 500 server for about 90 minutes at whichever session you go to.

If you're already meeting the entry requirements, but have friends/buddies on the entry list who don't meet the requirements yet, and need practice sessions, tell them about this offer ! Please please please !

I would highly expect that the more that CAN qualify, the more pressure, and therefore the more exciting, qualifying will be. I'm sure that there's 10-15 of you who are in the field no matter what, but the rest ? Just imagine the pressure of Bump Day ! I expect that this would cause an improvement in performance of some who are on the cusp.

The it WOULD really be perhaps the complete best of the complete best. Prestige ? You betcha.

I hope to see everyone there ! 20 or 25 people ? I'd love it.

Default server is Kyoto 500. If you can't find it in the list, make sure you have cruise and canreset on. I beleve these are both set to on at the moment. If that still doesn't work, use the "Join Specific Host" option.

If you have issues, PM me.

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[dekojester]

Hey all !

There will be TWO hour-long Free practice sessions held on Saturday, June 21st. These will be held from 1500 - 16:00 UTC, and 16:30 - 17:30 UTC.

These are the ABSOLUTE LAST practice sessions that are available to fulfill the 2 practice evenings entry requirement.

Contact me with any questions.

d

[hyntty]

If you're already meeting the entry requirements, but have friends/buddies on the entry list who don't meet the requirements yet, and need practice sessions, tell them about this offer ! Please please please !


Do people read Joseph's epicmass Pm's :scratchch ?

[J@tko]

Do people read Joseph's epicmass Pm's :scratchch ?

No, of course not!!!!!! But don't tell him that, he'll get upset.

Yes :tilt:

[BranislavS]

should i come again today? :D

[J@tko]

should i come again today? :D

Why not! :thumb:

[JO53PHS]

No, of course not!!!!!! But don't tell him that, he'll get upset.



:weeping::(

[J@tko]

:weeping::(

Damn - the hangover from last night wasn't as bad as I expected :D

[evilpimp]

I read the epicmass PM's lol. Dunno if I'm the only one but I do :P

@ Joe : Hey lol can you send me the UF1 skin if you still have it =/ I can't find it and I may have left it at my moms and I need it to make a UFR skin for my team in UFBR league lol.

Kthxbaibbqlawlcakesroflcoptersikilledspiderman.

Couldnt send it as PM says you reached the max stored PM's lol.