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Mr Twisty · 11-24-2008, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by zebra

you don't sit-n-spin. it's about controlling the car as it loses traction around a turn. the more out-of-control (farther sideways) you can get while keeping your speed up & not letting the other guy pass you, the more points you get. maybe this will help.

I understand what it is, I meant I prefer traction. Thanks for the interpretation.

theholycow · 11-24-2008, 08:29 PM

When I was your age, we used to call it "powersliding"...

zebra · 11-24-2008, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by theholycow

When I was your age, we used to call it "powersliding"...

for the FWD crowd, that's still all it is

Mr Twisty · 11-24-2008, 09:27 PM

In a front wheel drive car I'd call it..."Out of control."

stratman · 11-25-2008, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Nexus6

How could you not be impressed with that? That’s like not liking stunt car driving. I'll admit it's more exhibition than racing but that still takes some serious wheel skills and a damn good ride.

MerlinZero · 11-25-2008, 11:03 AM

Nexus, I saw the Block video maybe two weeks ago... I was floored, such a great driver, in a great car... Then it reminds me... .my 08 WRX will never be that good. I sit and cry....

Then get happy cuz i know my 2010 SS will be that good. =D

*Camaro_Corvette* · 11-25-2008, 11:04 AM

Drift it!

Moose · 11-25-2008, 11:04 AM

Personally, I don't see the point of "drifting".

As for Chevrolet's involvement, hearing talk that they may cut back on their involvement in NASCAR, I seriously doubt GM will get involved with any other racing series.

Mr Twisty · 11-25-2008, 11:10 AM

Yes that's very cool! But it's gymkhana, different from drifting. He's just showing off...Very well I might add.

DET MUSL · 11-25-2008, 11:16 AM

I see a lot of comments from people who don't like drifting and that's fine. But you cannot just call it out as "powersliding." You really have to look into how well these cars are purpose built to do this, so many things change. And the skill of the drivers that do this is incredible. The drifitng technique is very similar to how rally drivers drive. I implore a lot of you to really look into this more closely and I think you'll come away with a better understanding. Some people could say all drag racing is just punching the gas at a green light..... how hard could it be?!
You tube Rhys Millen in his Pontiac Solstice GXP. This guy is incredible.

*DGthe3* · 11-25-2008, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by DET MUSL

I see a lot of comments from people who don't like drifting and that's fine. But you cannot just call it out as "powersliding." You really have to look into how well these cars are purpose built to do this, so many things change. And the skill of the drivers that do this is incredible. The drifitng technique is very similar to how rally drivers drive. I implore a lot of you to really look into this more closely and I think you'll come away with a better understanding. Some people could say all drag racing is just punching the gas at a green light..... how hard could it be?!
You tube Rhys Millen in his Pontiac Solstice GXP. This guy is incredible.

Drifting is powersliding, drag racing is hitting the gas at a green, Nascar is 'go fast, turn left'. Soccer is kicking a ball and running. Golf is whacking a ball with a club and walking. Acting is pretending to be someone you're not.

Just because something can simplified down to 1 or 2 things doesn't mean its easy.

zebra · 11-25-2008, 01:37 PM

+1. well put

rolnslo · 11-25-2008, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by stratman

How could you not be impressed with that? That’s like not liking stunt car driving. I'll admit it's more exhibition than racing but that still takes some serious wheel skills and a damn good ride.

Impressive. The guy on the Segway is an idiot! I could never trust any man/machine combination to not hit me, no matter how good the driver is or how purpose-built the car is.

For the purpose of staying involved with motor sports, regardless of the type - drifting, nascar, drag, I think every manufacturer should be involved at some level always. If they don't, their vehicles are reduced to simple people-mover status and they lose any credibility with enthusiasts who like to go beyond commuting to work.

zebra · 11-25-2008, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by rolnslo

Impressive. The guy on the Segway is an idiot! I could never trust any man/machine combination to not hit me, no matter how good the driver is or how purpose-built the car is...

try this on for size

View Poll Results: Will there be a Camaro drift car?
Yes	55	64.71%
No	23	27.06%
And "drifting" is...	7	8.24%
Voters: 85. You may not vote on this poll

11-24-2008, 09:27 PM	#32
Mr Twisty Drives: the 2nd amendment home Join Date: May 2008 Location: OK Posts: 14,763	In a front wheel drive car I'd call it..."Out of control." __________________ "They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety." -- Benjamin Franklin lib·er·ty /ˈlibərdē/ noun 1. the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views

11-25-2008, 11:04 AM	#35
Camaro_Corvette 36.58625, -121.7568 Drives: Team 1LE Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 23,710 View My Garage	Drift it! __________________ I am seriously never serious vv V vv Next order of business

11-25-2008, 11:10 AM	#37
Mr Twisty Drives: the 2nd amendment home Join Date: May 2008 Location: OK Posts: 14,763	Yes that's very cool! But it's gymkhana, different from drifting. He's just showing off...Very well I might add. __________________ "They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety." -- Benjamin Franklin lib·er·ty /ˈlibərdē/ noun 1. the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views

11-25-2008, 11:16 AM	#38
DET MUSL Let's Go Wings! Drives: 2005 Cobalt SS/SC Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Sandusky, Ohio Posts: 313 View My Garage	I see a lot of comments from people who don't like drifting and that's fine. But you cannot just call it out as "powersliding." You really have to look into how well these cars are purpose built to do this, so many things change. And the skill of the drivers that do this is incredible. The drifitng technique is very similar to how rally drivers drive. I implore a lot of you to really look into this more closely and I think you'll come away with a better understanding. Some people could say all drag racing is just punching the gas at a green light..... how hard could it be?! You tube Rhys Millen in his Pontiac Solstice GXP. This guy is incredible. __________________ Current Ride 2005 Cobalt SS/SC Mods: GMPP Stage 2 K&N CAI Vibrant Racing Muffler Carbon Fiber Hood w/ SS style scoop Black Wheels Best 1/4 Mile Time 13.8 @ 101.4mph

11-25-2008, 11:03 AM	#34
MerlinZero Big Orange Drives: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 1,169 View My Garage	Nexus, I saw the Block video maybe two weeks ago... I was floored, such a great driver, in a great car... Then it reminds me... .my 08 WRX will never be that good. I sit and cry.... Then get happy cuz i know my 2010 SS will be that good. =D

11-25-2008, 11:04 AM	#36
Moose Moderator Drives: '99 Camaro SS #1392 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Newtown, Pa. Posts: 3,982	Personally, I don't see the point of "drifting". As for Chevrolet's involvement, hearing talk that they may cut back on their involvement in NASCAR, I seriously doubt GM will get involved with any other racing series.

11-25-2008, 01:37 PM	#40
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