AC GT3 @ Brands Hatch - Sunday 10th January 2021

[Morne Du Plooy]

Porsche please!

 

[Interslice]

I love the races at brands hatch when there are more than 15 drivers. No matter you much you screw up and spin, you'll always find someone who does the same
Never had a race where I stayed alone on track for more than one lap...

Joined an mx5 cup race on a public server for the laugh last night. Brilliant fun, 7 laps of constant close racing despite 4 or 5 'incidents'!

 

[Fiberoptix]

Hi. First time for me other than browsing the online option in AC. Never attempted to join anything organised. So, sorry in advance for the dumb questions..

Do I just browse AC online servers with the in game menu to find this? I have the track and DLC installed.

Do I need to use Teamspeak?

When it says join server using real names, does that mean changing my steam name?

 

[Interslice]

Hi. First time for me other than browsing the online option in AC. Never attempted to join anything organised. So, sorry in advance for the dumb questions..

Do I just browse AC online servers with the in game menu to find this? I have the track and DLC installed.

Do I need to use Teamspeak?

When it says join server using real names, does that mean changing my steam name?

Hi Tim and welcome along!

You can change your name in the assetto corsa options.

Search racedepartment.com to find any of the servers we use.

You should be able to hear the teamspeak server but you don't have to say anything.

Fire away with the questions if you have any more.

 

[HF2000]

Hi. First time for me other than browsing the online option in AC. Never attempted to join anything organised. So, sorry in advance for the dumb questions..

Do I just browse AC online servers with the in game menu to find this? I have the track and DLC installed.

Do I need to use Teamspeak?

When it says join server using real names, does that mean changing my steam name?

Nice to have you tonight. And there's no such thing as dumb questions !
1. Yes, browse for "racedep" and you will find the practice server right now and the race server shortly before the race.
2. Yes, you need teamspeak to hear the instructions of the organiser. Saying something to others is optional. Search for RaceDepartment.com, that's the server we will be using. Under racing clubs you will find "Assetto Corsa". Click it to move to our conversation.
3. I think you're already using your real name as I see it below your nickname.

 

[Sheashant L]

Hi Chris, sorry I will not be racing tonight. Spent all day changing all four of my brake discs and pads and now my cars brake hose has split.

Love brands hatch, really gutted.

 

[butcher85]

Really miss racing with you guys

Haven't raced since last visit to Brands (in October)

I went and had a baby which keeps me quite busy

I know right? Baby > sim racing? Get your bloody priorities sorted!

Hopefully back soon

 

[Fiberoptix]

Thanks for the replies. I will try and get setup with Teamspeak and make my way onto the practice server in an hour or so.

Just to introduce myself I am not fast and not a race engineer . I am not even sure what to touch on the car at this stage other than real basics. I am keen to join, keep my head down be consistent and get the laps in with others on the track over a longer period for the experience. Rest assured if I feel I am a moving road block I will quickly get off the line and out of your way

 

[Bertje]

I have to sign out unfortunately. Hopefully I can catch next weeks race

 

[UHF79]

Thanks for the replies. I will try and get setup with Teamspeak and make my way onto the practice server in an hour or so.

Just to introduce myself I am not fast and not a race engineer . I am not even sure what to touch on the car at this stage other than real basics. I am keen to join, keep my head down be consistent and get the laps in with others on the track over a longer period for the experience. Rest assured if I feel I am a moving road block I will quickly get off the line and out of your way

Predictability is they key when being lapped, if you dive off the racing line, the lapping car may be about to come past and it wont end well. Having been lapped a few times in the last race, i found sticking to the racing line most of the time was best. It helped that the leaders were significantly faster than me so it wasnt really a problem for them to get past. I think the guidance is to stay on line too and dont break unexpectedly.

Fighting talk this, prepping how to let people past

 

[stribbeck]

@Chris Down can i change to the BMW please

 

[Fiberoptix]

Predictability is they key when being lapped, if you dive off the racing line, the lapping car may be about to come past and it wont end well. Having been lapped a few times in the last race, i found sticking to the racing line most of the time was best. It helped that the leaders were significantly faster than me so it wasnt really a problem for them to get past. I think the guidance is to stay on line too and dont break unexpectedly.

Fighting talk this, prepping how to let people past

Thank you for the advice. My philosophy at this stage is to assume who is behind me is quicker. That way I don't feel pressured into racing them and cause problems for them/me. More fighting talk for you

 

[Chris Down]

Hello Chris. I am not certain I want to partake in the race tomorrow - so I think I'll have to drop out. If I'm allowed to continue practicing, I'd like to do that please.

BTW I ran a bit of a longer run and improved my time yet again, but I'm not prepared for this race. I ran a 10 lap race offline with 27 opponents, and it's just too much for me. I'll try the next race depending on the circuit. Thanks everyone.

Hey mate, I'll leave you in for now since we've still got plenty of slots, and then you can just choose nearer the time if you'd like to participate or not -- but we'd love to have you regardless

 

[Chris Down]

Please sign me in with McLaren. Thx

Hi Chris. I would like to join this if possible? Using the 911

Porsche please!

Welcome folks!

@Fiberoptix, think this is the first time I've seen you racing here. Just a note to read the rules in posts 1 and 2, and make sure you're using your real name in game

 

[doof205]

@Chris Down I'm going to have to drop out this week. Started laying a new floor in the hallway and...it's taking much longer than anticipated

Have a good race everyone. And no, @GeekyDeaks it's not just because you'd have beaten me with all your practice and lap analysis

 

[Trond_1981]

Can I join?!?!
Porsche 911

 

[Stefano La Commare]

I might have to pass Chris, my interent connection has been down for the last hour, doubt it'll be back up in time for the race. Just so you know why in case I don't show up

 

[Chris Down]

Can I join?!?!
Porsche 911

Welcome! Just a reminder to read the rules in posts 1 and 2 and make sure to use your real name in game

 

[Chris Down]

Race server #13 is being prepared, no more changes will be permitted.

 

[Fiberoptix]

Hi, could somebody tell me how do I find the server in teamspeak? If I go to server list it doesn't show up. Does it come online at a certain time? Downloaded TeamSpeak 3 and went to Connections > Server List