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Title: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on February 19, 2014, 10:18:47 PM
The car for the third season is going to be Mazda Roadster TC details are being hashed out at the moment but expect between 250 and 300 HP. Open tuning. Racing hard tyres. Known tracks at the moment are SS Rt 5 both directions and Deep Forest both directions. More details "soon".

Some of the promotional details got worked out and Clubman Rt 5 has been added. As has Trial Mountain.

A car we are all familiar with tracks everyone has seen plenty of times, lets fill up the fields every week  ;)

Car Spec
510 PP / 276 HP / race hard tires

Schedule:

March 7rd:
Round-1: Trial Mountain Circuit forward (14)
Round-2: Trial Mountain Circuit reverse (14)

March 14st:
Round-1: Clubman Rt. 5 forward (Sprint-?)
Round-1: Clubman Rt. 5 forward (Sprint-?)
Round-2: Special Stage Rt. 5 Circuit forward (?)

March 21rd:
Round-1: Deep Forest reverse (?)
Round-2: Deep Forest forward (?)

March 28st:
Round-1: Clubman Rt. 5 reverse (Sprint-?)
Round-1: Clubman Rt. 5 reverse (Sprint-?)
Round-2: Full Special Stage Rt. 5 Circuit (?)

Room hosted by BakedTuna opens 9pm eastern racing starts at 9:30. All are welcome to join in but need your friends request by no later than 5 pm on the day of the race.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on February 25, 2014, 01:12:57 AM
The car for the third season is going to be Mazda Roadster TC details are being hashed out at the moment but expect between 250 and 300 HP. Open tuning. Racing hard tyres. Known tracks at the moment are SS Rt 5 both directions and Deep Forest both directions. More details "soon".

Some of the promotional details got worked out and Clubman Rt 5 has been added. As has Trial Mountain.

A car we are all familiar with tracks everyone has seen plenty of times, lets fill up the fields every week  ;)

All four weeks worth of tracks are there this week will see car specs finalized.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on February 25, 2014, 08:55:02 PM
Car specs, schedule, points and race format are in final phase of testing. Should offer the a Tuna Twist that will surprise many of you.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 01, 2014, 09:07:37 PM
So after two seasons in open wheeled cars you decide it is time to look at some low level sports car racing. What better ride than the modern day classic Mazda Miata. We will be using the Mazda Roadster TC. Specs will be 510 points and 276 HP maximums how you arrive at these numbers is between you and your team engineers. Tires are the racing hards. All tuning is open to you.

Schedule is going to be opening week March 7rd we will be at the Trial Mountain Circuit running a race first forward then for the second round that night we will run it in reverse. The second week March 14st will have us on track at Clubman Rt 5 forward and Special Stage Rt 5 forward. This will be the intro week for the new format. More on this in a few minutes after the schedule is done being rolled out. Week three, March 21, is at Deep Forest first in reverse then in forward. The final week March 28 is back to the streets first on Clubman Rt 5 reverse and then on the full Special Stage Rt 5. Lap counts to be determined.

Now on to the subject of the new format those of you who have ran the series are used to the doubleheader format I have been using for the first two seasons and we will continue to use some. Such as weeks at Trial Mountain and Deep Forest will be ran this way. But the events at Rt 5 will be different. We will start of like normal a Q session then a race although these will be shorter more sprint minded. After the first race we will flop the field based on the previous race results. Points will be awarded evenly to both races save for this one caveat. In the second heat if someone can come from the lower half of the starting grid and win then they get a bonus. equal to half the points available for the heat. And the further back someone comes from on the grid to win the higher the bonus. Then there is a third race on the big track that will be more like what we have been running, a quick Q session followed by an approximate 20 minute race.

Example Friday March 14 will go like this Clubman Rt 5 forward Q session then short 10-15 lap race for a first heat. Then the second heat will be on Clubman as well but the field will be reversed from the prior race's results for another short sprint race that promises to be actions packed. Then we will have and intermission and when we reconvene we will be on the Special Stage Rt 5 circuit for a short Q then a 20 minute race.

Points will be one point for your spot and one for everyone that you finish in front of, for example you win a race that 8 people are in you get 8 points. Simple enough I think. Now for the those bonus points let us use that last example again you win a race that the grid has been reversed and you came from fifth starting spot you would qualify for one bonus point. But if you could have won that same race from the eighth starting spot you would receive 4 bonus points. Only the winner of the race is even eligible for the bonus points.

The second heat will have passing and plenty of action between the reversed grid and possible bonus points. Think it will make for some exciting footage for Wizard.

Having ten points paying races takes some of the pressure off of each one just a bit. Ten points races in 4 weeks should be fast paced. Hope its not too much too quick.

This probably sounds more confusing than it really is. Any questions please ask I can explain to everyone in plenty of time for the first race.

Will try to get room specs posted by Monday morning. But don't expect too much other than ABS in the way of aids. But these are all tracks and cars we are all very familiar with. Lets see some big grids out there boys.
  
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 01, 2014, 09:15:06 PM
Just think the bigger the grid the further back the fast guys will have to start a few heats this month. Come lets get a big effin room and stick their asses way back there.  :o  :P  :laugh
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: Mondo_Tuna on March 02, 2014, 12:00:22 AM
Sounds  fun, my 8) and I'll be there
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 02, 2014, 11:42:06 PM
Lounge will be using these settings from week to week. Race time in the lounge will vary from week to week, I will try to remember to post it by Wednesday each week though. Time progression will always be set to 1. Track conditions will always be dry.

Grid start with false starts on. No boost or penalties will be in place. Tire wear will be on normal. Track edge real. Visible damage on, mechanical damage light. Slipstream strength real.

As stated in earlier post PP 510, HP 276 and racing hard tires. Vehicle Tuning no limit and ABS is allowed. The following options are prohibited nitrous, skid recovery force, active steering, active stability management, driving line and traction control.

If I have left anything of concern out then just speak up and I will try to clear the air.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 03, 2014, 05:10:59 PM
Trial Mountain Friday night forward will be 5 minute Q session and 14 lap race. While reverse will see a 6 minute Q session and a 14 lap race.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: DudeTuna on March 03, 2014, 05:34:56 PM
Trailmix Mountain, Roger. Over, Over.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 03, 2014, 06:45:51 PM
Any lurkers or just regulars who have not made it out for a points race in a while this series should be a easy introduction into things come on out join in the fun.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: DudeTuna on March 04, 2014, 12:50:47 PM
I have a car and I was rolling it over on Trail Mountain just last night.  ^-^
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: Feldynn on March 04, 2014, 01:38:53 PM
I have a car and I was rolling it over on Trail Mountain just last night.  ^-^

The people watching this, and perhaps the Trial Mountain Monkey too, were they hating it? :D
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: DudeTuna on March 04, 2014, 03:04:50 PM
I have a car and I was rolling it over on Trail Mountain just last night.  ^-^

The people watching this, and perhaps the Trial Mountain Monkey too, were they hating it? :D

I'm not sure. Should ask the blimp people?
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: Feldynn on March 04, 2014, 04:35:43 PM
I have a car and I was rolling it over on Trail Mountain just last night.  ^-^

The people watching this, and perhaps the Trial Mountain Monkey too, were they hating it? :D

I'm not sure. Should ask the blimp people?

You could, I believe they are patrolling way up there and should have a good view to see if you're riding dirty :)

They See Me Rollin They Hatin (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpessmXq84E#ws)
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: DudeTuna on March 04, 2014, 04:41:42 PM
I have a car and I was rolling it over on Trail Mountain just last night.  ^-^

The people watching this, and perhaps the Trial Mountain Monkey too, were they hating it? :D

I'm not sure. Should ask the blimp people?

You could, I believe they are patrolling way up there and should have a good view to see if you're riding dirty :)

They See Me Rollin They Hatin (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpessmXq84E#ws)

I will give them a fish hug then.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: LooneyTuna on March 04, 2014, 08:10:04 PM
(http://ionenewsone.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/buckwheat_otay_littlerascals.jpg)
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: DudeTuna on March 05, 2014, 09:49:01 AM
It seems Buckwheat is running amuck.  ^-^
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: Mondo_Tuna on March 08, 2014, 02:02:36 PM
 :-\ Could you post something like this at the beginning of the thread? This would be helpful to the Tuna’s with old-timers disease…  ???

Not sure if you were running the same in the last week as you are this week.  Lap counts are just place holders.


510 PP / 276 HP

Schedule:

March 7rd:
Round-1: Trial Mountain Circuit forward (14)
Round-2: Trial Mountain Circuit reverse (14)

March 14st:
Round-1: Clubman Rt. 5 forward (Sprint-10)
Round-1: Clubman Rt. 5 forward (Sprint-10)
Round-2: Special Stage Rt. 5 Circuit forward (16)

March 21rd:
Round-1: Deep Forest forward (15)
Round-2: Deep Forest reverse (15)

March 28st:
Round-1: Clubman Rt. 5 reverse (Sprint-10)
Round-1: Clubman Rt. 5 reverse (Sprint-10)
Round-2: Full Special Stage Rt. 5 Circuit (16)
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 08, 2014, 02:55:25 PM
done
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 11, 2014, 11:50:18 AM
CiaY Season 3 Points (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AuxyaqkJnDqAdHJSck9EeDBnWjNHelZJR25iaWplRGc&usp=sharing)

The link is for points it is easier for me to keep track of this way. Now if I could only get it to show up here. Sorry for being so slow, hopefully the new organizing will streamline future updates.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: Wiz on March 11, 2014, 01:13:31 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/19fRlBe.jpg)
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 11, 2014, 01:45:21 PM
thanks Wiz
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: Wiz on March 11, 2014, 08:46:44 PM
thanks Wiz

No problemo.

If you want, I can do that every week.  I'll just edit your post though, instead of making my own post.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 13, 2014, 06:05:16 PM
This week's race will go like this

5 min Q, followed by 8 lap race then we will reverse the field according to prior race results and run a second 8 lap race. The second heat will have the bonus available for the back half of the starting field.

intermission

6 min Q followed by a 16 lap race.

Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 14, 2014, 09:40:35 PM
CiaY Season 3 Points (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AuxyaqkJnDqAdHJSck9EeDBnWjNHelZJR25iaWplRGc&usp=sharing)

Unofficial results pending review of the race footage. Should be done by Sunday.

Speaking purely from my point of view I dug the format. Got in got it done three points paying races and  done in an hour and a half. Thanks for the cooperation from all of you.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: Wiz on March 15, 2014, 09:27:36 AM
Good racing last night all.

I enjoyed the format as well and hope to see it used in future seasons.

Last night I think it was Feldynn who said "I always forget how much I like this track".  I couldn't agree more.  As far as fantasy tracks go, it's near the top of my list.  It doesn't get used enough around here IMO, but I understand a lot of guys don't like it because it's too dark.

I have a lot of catching up to do in regards to posting replays (sorry guys), but I can't wait to get to this one.  I skipped through it a bit last night and it looks amazing!

Lastly, I'd like to thank Pete for a really, really great race in the main event!  I checked out the live timing last night, and besides the final lap, we only crossed the start/finish line more than .7 seconds apart once, and that once was a .9  On average, it was around .4  to .5!  Great fun! :)

Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: Feldynn on March 15, 2014, 11:08:05 AM
I concur
.. regarding the format, it flowed nicely and worked extremely well I thought :).

Yup that was me that said that Wizard, the flow or something of both SSR5 layouts feels really good to me but like you say I think it being a night track can put people off.  Maybe one day we'll get time change or at least day and night versions of all the tracks, I think it would be interesting to see that one during the day too!

Thanks to Baked and everyone on track too, I had a blast last night!  Goos times indeed :).
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 15, 2014, 10:31:37 PM
I have reviewed the races and am prepared to make the results official, but in bouncing around trying to watch everything I am not certain that I did not miss something. So I will give it a few days if any of you have a protest you would like to lodge PM me here. I will then review the situation and make a ruling. If I am involved in the incident we can have one of our piers from the race that is not involved in said incident review and make a ruling. If there are no protests lodged with me by Wednesday 3/19 then points are official for this week.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 20, 2014, 09:16:32 AM
Points are official. And the lap count this week at Deep Forest is 17 both directions.

That is all for now.

(http://i.imgur.com/nW6bWqr.jpg)
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: PeyePete on March 21, 2014, 07:55:07 PM
Sorry about missing the race tonight, it was the wife's birthday, so the family went out for dinner and we were there longer than I expected.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 21, 2014, 10:03:47 PM
No need for the sorry 'Pete hope you all enjoyed the evening out. And happy B-day to the Mrs. from the Tunas.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 24, 2014, 03:56:07 PM
CiaY Season 3 Points (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AuxyaqkJnDqAdHJSck9EeDBnWjNHelZJR25iaWplRGc&usp=sharing)


(http://i.imgur.com/18X2UHf.jpg)
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 25, 2014, 11:34:39 AM
This week we are running 8/8/16 laps for the races. Q for the first heat, 2nd heat grid is set to reverse of first heat results, then Q for the 3rd heat.

Bonus points available on 2nd heat.
Title: Re: March Mazda Roadster TC
Post by: BakedTuna on March 28, 2014, 09:59:23 PM
Well here they are the final tabulations were made by our crack accounting staff Dewey Cheetham & Howe. Congrats go out to our third Champion in our third season, way to go TunaWiz. Who will be our first repeat Champion? Come on out next month and find out. These have been great fun for me and I want to thank all who come out to make these great events to be a part of.

CiaY Season 3 Points (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AuxyaqkJnDqAdHJSck9EeDBnWjNHelZJR25iaWplRGc&usp=sharing)