what's the best way to gain performance driving skill for a beginner?

Originally Posted by travisjb i realize that 'video game' can be derogatory to a serious 'simulation' and i'm a user / fan of both... but i stand by my statement

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what's the best way to gain performance driving skill for a beginner?

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05-20-2010, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by travisjb

i realize that 'video game' can be derogatory to a serious 'simulation' and i'm a user / fan of both... but i stand by my statement that in either case, a newb is better off getting real seat time *then* using simulations (and even video games like NFSS) to supplement

I completely disagree with you as I am a byproduct of way too much simulation. It didn't turn me into Michael Schumacher, but it sure put me in a better spot than most of the drivers that are on track with me.

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