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Also, if you guys can tell me what the time will be in NZT, or GMT. I’ll see if I can make time! :) ( If you still want me that is )
Also, what level is the racing? Is it full on no holds barred stuff? Or is there some assists?
@bradley13 really really sorry, I’ve not got back to you sooner. I’ve only gone and had a baby ( or my wife has ). So I’ve been a little distracted recently. But life’s getting back to normal.
@jarred-walmsley I’m currently in Henderson,and I’m going to Foxes tonight to watch the race :)
I’ve loosely booked in some time on the sim in Papatoetoe next weekend..
@bradley13 Hey! I’m not set up yet.. but I’ll let you know when I am.
on F1 2011, can PC racers race against Console racers? Or are you stuck in your console setup?
@DamionShadows I have a probably with the force feedback wheels, I always have actually. I don’t think they are realistic. Many cars have power steering, and you feel the bumps, rattles and rumbles more than you feel the steering wheel being wrenched out of your hands.. If I got a wheel, I’d probably end up dialing down the power.
@MuzzleFlash Well yes! You certainly could go racing with that kind of cash. Part of my considerations, are whether I want to actually go racing, or just simulate it. The benefits of having an immersive simulator, and something like iRacing, is iRacing laser maps every inch of a track, so you’re very close to simulating the real thing.
Then you can race any car that’s available to you, on any track, against people who are ‘qualified’ to race there with you. That’s fun!
The other argument, is that I have a small boy. A very small one actually, he’s due next weekend or there abouts. He’s be able to partake of his dad’s hobby at a much younger age than if I was racing for real.
However, me being me.. I’ll probably end up with a car at any rate :)
I checked out 3D screens today. I’m researching Projectors, so I’ll let you guys know if I find some options I’m happy with :)
Ok, I spoke to the guys at Hyper Stimulator, these guys are serious! Most of the Supercar V8 teams have one of their simulators, and they can do a custom paint job for any customer.
I mentioned a retro Bruce McLaren orange colour.. he suggested the Gulf colour scheme. Seriously cool!!If I get one, I’ll put photos up. :) I’ll probably go for 3 screen setup.
Hey I’m just a kid with some income :D
@DamionShadows I think if you’re gonna splash out on a simulator set up, you need to do it right.
Personally, I think this is more like the thing I would shoot for.
http://insidesimracing.tv/forums/viewtopic.php?f=110&t=5479
This guy’s rig is insane.. and it gets more insane as you read on. He’s got a D-Box, which is motion seat, and costs about GBP 8k.
I wont be getting a D-Box anytime soon, however, I’m checking out the projectors.
This is this guys video here : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GWlXfndfPUE
The key is ‘immersive’. You want the game to drag you in. :)
I’m still thinking Obutto and PS3 though for now. Incidentally did you know PS3’s can support 3 screens? Apparently you need one to be the master, with 2 other slaves. Nice.
I just found these guys.. looks like the site is a good few years old, but you get a proper racing position! :)
@DamionShadows and how did it go?
I’m going to buy a racing set up. PS3, few racing games, playseat and steering wheel. So I’m looking around.
@Paulocreed What issues did you have with the Playseat?
Is there still room for more drivers? I’m getting a PS3 soon, and F1, soooooooooo… what are the chances? :)
1/ Button would ask for it? – Possibly, if Hamilton was in a fight, distracted, or putting in slightly faster laps on occasion.
2/ McLaren would ask Hamilton to? – Despite McLaren team ethics, they would suggest it to him. Hamilton of course, is his own driver, and the only person in the car.
3/ Hamilton would do it of his own accord? – Yes, he is a team player, and he’s will do what it takes to help the team if he is not massively effected (ie, he doesn’t loose a few more places due to a tail of other cars behind Button )
Back on Twitter….
You may have to add me again though, The account reset itself due to my inactivity..
