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  • #419406
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    It’s becoming common in motorsport, from F1 through F2, F3 to Toyota Racing Series in NZ. The more we see it, familiarise with it, and the video production teams integrate their graphics and camera angles, the less it gets in the way.

    I watched a race from 2017 and initially felt the drivers were exposed, but really liked the easier identification and watching the behavior of the drivers in the cockpit.

    I feel it still get’s in the way, but it has been well accommodated by the industry and is an invaluable safety device as we’ve seen. That said, I still look forward to future developments which will make this piece of steel look agricultural in hindsight.

    #403613
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    Romain Grosjean almost certainly if the owners are looking to be a HASS of Renault.
    Then, perhaps someone like Giovinazzi or by then maybe even a Hulkenberg if he still wants in?

    By then Schuey will be with Alfa, and we’re already making space for Ocon to return.

    #403397
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    Well firstly, sorry for digging up such an old thread…

    Secondly, I’m treating myself to some humble pie honestly. I caught myself humming the tune the other day!
    That’s not to say I adore it, but I like how F1 have integrated it into the broadcast now.

    Even the five lights beeps are thoughtfully applied now.

    Well done F1.

    #396462
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    Yeah I can’t help but think the invited drivers would be either too inexperienced to effectively run the car and be competitive, given all the systems integrated in the drivetrains and hydraulic elements, let alone being acclimatized to see how many cars are approaching to lap them.

    The inevitable clashes with other competitive drivers will place their own reputations at stake, along with creating instances of doubt over the Champion of a close season where the result has been effected in one way or another.

    With cars running not as efficiently as they could be, and likely crashes, the cost of running these cars would negate any benefit any mid-field team might gain from it, and F1 will be viewed perhaps as a less-than-elite sport it deserves.

    #389556
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    I enjoyed the increased tension at the end of the race. Sure, the gaps between cars weren’t all that close, but hearing the radio transmissions, and knowing some drivers were pushing their cars as hard as they dared added to the interest at the end.

    #388307
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    It was the same old stuff to be honest.

    Next time, get the hosts to think of some different questions and that’ll get some reactions from the drivers and teams. Some show cars around the square/plaza wouldn’t go astray too.

    The way it was presented, and the questions asked, was just plain boring, as it’s all we ever hear in the lead-up to any race of the season.

    Come on, mix it up F1!

    #386361
    Scottie
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    Hi Tom,

    Entertainment at the track outside of F1, as Garns says, includes our Supercar series (nimbler version of your NASCARS but with Australian bodies), National Carrera Cup series, usually an historic car demonstration and an F1-supercar-road car speed comparison.

    Off-track, again as per Garns, you’ll have stunt bikes or something similar on show, as well as a smattering of static car displays, engineering displays (last year had drone tech, school engineering projects, a kids area by the turn 11-12 fast chicane and the like) and a concert each evening. Food stalls and drinks are scattered throughout the park along with WC’s, some significant ones being behind the pit area by the lake, behind the main straight grandstand and out by turn 11 on the gold course.

    Outside the track, there’s some great dining options along the bay throughout the area, so it’s more a case of finding a taste you’re looking for. https://www.zomato.com/melbourne can help you there.
    It’s the same in the City, really anywhere between the City and the track is great food and night life.

    If there’s anything I might suggest while you’re in Melbourne, it’s to check out the National Sport Museum at the MCG (https://www.mcg.org.au/things-to-do/national-sports-museum). It has some great interactive displays and shows the great sporting history we have here.

    Hope you enjoy your stay!

    #384497
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    Yeah, it’s a great track to get close to the cars. T5 is great, and also the inside of t13 is good, and loud, but doesn’t have the facilities of other parts of the track.

    If you can’t afford a grandstand ticket, there’s some great spots in GA to watch from. Some favourites for me are the mound at T9 and the run to T3. The fast change of direction through T11 and 12 can best be experienced at ground level and the aforementioned T5.

    I’ve enjoyed the atmosphere of the Brabham grandstand over the last number of years. Race starts and battles exiting the pits have the crowd cheering every time, and everyone talks in awe with eachother of that they saw.

    My faviourite spot for the whole event though (considering car displays, fighter jet airshows, food, watching the racing) would have to be Turn 9. You have to get there pretty early, but you really are the center of everything there. It’s also just a short hop to get the the fan zone on the other side of the lake via the bouncy bridge.

    Shade is usually at a premium, so take a hat and sunscreen!

    #384048
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    No, Formula 1 is a brand unto itself. I’m recently finding myself more aligned to the McLaren way of thinking: Having another brands name in front of yours devalues your own.

    Having a title sponsor would also significantly limit further sponsorship potential, as GeeMac has already outlined above. It doesn’t make sense to limit the potential of a sport that’s all about pushing limits!

    #372974
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    I’ve really enjoyed F1 2017, and it’s great to hear what they’re adding for this years installment.

    The only gripe I had was the seemingly complete disconnection in the driving dynamics between the 2017 cars and the Legacy ones. It really feels like something from GPL or rFactor 1, very very slippery.

    I wonder if they’ve worked on improving the feel of the old cars, because at the moment, the physics really feel dated and take away the fun from the legendary cars they have on offer.

    (Driving with a G27 wheel set)

    Thanks for the opportunity to ask questions @keithcollantine !

    #365355
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    I find the new melody doesn’t tie in well with the process of starting a race, and the action during it.

    I’m downright frustrated by it as the drivers and teams celebrate after the cars park at the end of a race. Just let me hear the roar of the driver, team and crowd at the end of the race! I also find it doesn’t really catch your attention just before the start of the race. After you’ve had 30-odd mins of build up it seems just like another segment is loading. The last quick tune being short and sharp really helped me switch to race action mode 5 mins before the start.

    One 3 min song isn’t going to include the type of sounds we need to hear at the various stages of a grand prix, and the new tune is spoiling the action for me.

    #362614
    Scottie
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    I went with some mates in 2010…

    I found the best GA at the entry to the second chicane if you can get there early enough. There’s always good action there, and the crowd keep a fun, almost footy like atmosphere with their chanting and the like.

    Alternative spots include the exit to the Ascari chicane, and a must is to experience the sound as they go under the banking just before Ascari. It’s like no other, even the sound under the freeways in singapore doesn’t compare.

    As you’re walking around the track, be mindful of the thorny shrubs. Otherwise, have a ball and enjoy the atmosphere! It can’t really be beaten!

    #362500
    Scottie
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    Just a heads up for everyone…

    Melbourne is building a new underground train line through the city, and some of these works are going to effect one of the tram lines that lead to the circuit.

    Check out the link below to see how works around the city will effect how you’ll get to the track next week:
    https://static.ptv.vic.gov.au/Images/Marketing-campaigns/1520380980/Autumn-construction-blitz.pdf

    Hope it helps!

    #361384
    Scottie
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    I’m pretty optimistic.

    Liberty are targeting new broadcast mediums, more exposure for the fans and exciting cars and as an outcome, are looking for more exposure and income avenues. Some see this as just money grabbing exercises, but I really like what I hear in terms of the first three items on that list and if they give me what I want from my favorite sport, I should be happy!

    We F1 fans complain about many things (DRS, Halo, stewards decisions, etc) because our sport is inherently complex, and it can never satisfy everyone. But if they nail the other stuff, all all those other nitty gritty complaints really going to stack up as them doing a bad job? Technically minded people are hard to satiate at the best of times with our microscopes on the latest barge boards on our favorite cars.

    If this is the wrong path for a sport to take, I’m happy to leave this planet as I don’t see anything else making much sense to excite us or them.

    #358105
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    If you’re running late on any given day and don’t mind a shortish walk, I found a benefit in avoiding the chaos of Southern Cross/Flinders St station and catching a Sandringham train to Prahran and just walking down the road. Felt if not faster then certainly more comfortable.

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