[limba]

Originally Posted by Budhisten

I'm really into WRC aswell, F1 is just part of my life - Been watching it since I was 5 or 6 years old, my dad sat me down and explained everything while we were watching the race It's one of the earliest memories I have of watching sports with my dad That and Denmark winning the European Cup (Soccer) in '92 ;D

I miss watching Senna, Mansell, Prost, Piquet, Patrese, Berger or Alesi.

Those were the days.

[Budhisten]

Originally Posted by limba

I miss watching Senna, Mansell, Prost, Piquet, Patrese, Berger or Alesi.

Those were the days.

Have you seen the new Senna-movie? It is absolutely spectacular, highly recommended

[limba]

Originally Posted by Budhisten

Have you seen the new Senna-movie? It is absolutely spectacular, highly recommended

Not yet.
"Beyond the speed of sound" is the name of the documentary?!

I have seen some promo clips.

I'm definitely gonna watch it though.

Senna was AMAZING!

I still remember the day he died. I was 11 yrs old. I watched that race live and cried after the race.

He was an idol... Still is.

[UFC_OWNS]

Originally Posted by limba

I like F1, but i believe this is the most exciting form of motorsport --->

Gravel, asphalt, tarmac, mud, rocks, dirt, sand, in the woods, in the mountains, in the desert, water, ice, snow, "hot" tempertatures, "cold" temperatures - you name it!

These drivers are just incredible.

PS: i'm also a big Moto GP fan - Valentino Rossi especially

screw that its all about the NBA, the NFL and rugby union and MMA coming first obviously

[Budhisten]

Originally Posted by limba

Not yet.
"Beyond the speed of sound" is the name of the documentary?!

I have seen some promo clips.

I'm definitely gonna watch it though.

Senna was AMAZING!

I still remember the day he died. I was 11 yrs old. I watched that race live and cried after the race.

He was an idol... Still is.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Senna_(film)

That's the one Not many movies are 100% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes :P

[Intermission]

I'm not trying to be ignorant when I say this, because I don't watch F1 or any other types of racing. However, isn't it basically based on who has the fastest car?

[K R Y]

Originally Posted by Intermission

I'm not trying to be ignorant when I say this, because I don't watch F1 or any other types of racing. However, isn't it basically based on who has the fastest car?

That's the most linear way of looking at it. There is a reason they have so many rules that all teams have to abide by. And why there are 3 practices prior to the actual race. It's based on driving ability, direct line speed, down force, when you pit, how often you pit, tire choice, how long you keep on the same set of tires, fuel load, use of DRS and Kers, and how the car was set up before and during the practices.

The difference between Red Bull Racing and say, Lotus, whilst great in F1 terms, is only about 2-3 seconds a lap most of the time for qualifying. The difference between Mclaren and RBR (depending on who's set the car up the best for the track) is around 0.01 - 0.8 seconds.

It's extremely intricate, and complicated. They all have to have a car that weighs the same, uses the same exhaust system, engine power is limited to a certain amount of BHP. The reason one car is faster than another, is due to the team and the driver getting the car to that point.

[M.C]

Originally Posted by KryOnicle

That's the most linear way of looking at it. There is a reason they have so many rules that all teams have to abide by. And why there are 3 practices prior to the actual race. It's based on driving ability, direct line speed, down force, when you pit, how often you pit, tire choice, how long you keep on the same set of tires, fuel load, use of DRS and Kers, and how the car was set up before and during the practices.

The difference between Red Bull Racing and say, Lotus, whilst great in F1 terms, is only about 2-3 seconds a lap most of the time for qualifying. The difference between Mclaren and RBR (depending on who's set the car up the best for the track) is around 0.01 - 0.8 seconds.

It's extremely intricate, and complicated. They all have to have a car that weighs the same, uses the same exhaust system, engine power is limited to a certain amount of BHP. The reason one car is faster than another, is due to the team and the driver getting the car to that point.

In other words, the car that's the fastest wins.

Nah, I know nothing about racing. In fact, my limit on racing knowledge is pretty much the South Park episode that makes fun of it (they make fun of everything, of course).

[Budhisten]

Q&A with Chael Sonnen is live for anyone interested

http://www.mmafighting.com/2011/08/0...eigh-in-video/

BTW: How can you not love Formula 1? It's just such an impressive sport

[Budhisten]

Chael finally admitted to the Lance Armstrong-comments :P About damn time!