so what exactly do you have to do....

m4a1mustang · 02-25-2009, 05:48 AM

Most important thing is not to panic. It can be pretty easy to talk about what you should do to bring the tail end back in order, but for many people it's difficult to execute simply because they aren't expecting the slide and panic, or just don't have that "feel."

Best advice I can give is just to learn how to drive on the edge in a controlled environment. Sign up for some high performance driving classes... ride along with licensed instructors at track days, etc. Get some seat time and feel what it's like to drive on a race track and start pushing the edge as you gain confidence.

You can also do some PC sim racing to supplement your real life experience. A realistic simulator like iRacing.com (which uses laser scanned tracks, accurate to the millimeter) and a good setup and routine practice will keep your senses up in between track days.

At the end of the day, though, some people are just born with it. I can hang the tail out all day long with a smile on my face. For others, a little bit of wheel spin could lead to a panic situation and a crash.

02-25-2009, 05:48 AM	#31 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6963	Most important thing is not to panic. It can be pretty easy to talk about what you should do to bring the tail end back in order, but for many people it's difficult to execute simply because they aren't expecting the slide and panic, or just don't have that "feel." Best advice I can give is just to learn how to drive on the edge in a controlled environment. Sign up for some high performance driving classes... ride along with licensed instructors at track days, etc. Get some seat time and feel what it's like to drive on a race track and start pushing the edge as you gain confidence. You can also do some PC sim racing to supplement your real life experience. A realistic simulator like iRacing.com (which uses laser scanned tracks, accurate to the millimeter) and a good setup and routine practice will keep your senses up in between track days. At the end of the day, though, some people are just born with it. I can hang the tail out all day long with a smile on my face. For others, a little bit of wheel spin could lead to a panic situation and a crash.