2018 IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar ChampionshipSports Cars

[Jezza819]

I’d say bring your rain gear!

No I won't be going if that thing makes it up here. I'll sit out there for off and on little showers but not for a downpour. I've got until Thursday afternoon to cancel the hotel.

 

[dlshearon]

https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at4+shtml/145554.shtml?cone#contents

Shows it going over the racetrack Thurs morning. Of course we know how acurate weather forcasts are a week out.

 

[Jezza819]

https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at4+shtml/145554.shtml?cone#contents

Shows it going over the racetrack Thurs morning. Of course we know how acurate weather forcasts are a week out.

If it will clear on out that will be fine. Just don't linger around and unwind like Florence did.

 

[Northstar]

I just renewed my IMSA Road America tickets.

Hopefully it doesn't rain too much for Petit Le Mans, wouldn't want Continental going out by being beat by a GTLM again.

 

[LongbowX]

IMSA made sure that would never happen again, as they don't allow the GTLM cars to cut their wets anymore for better water dispersion. That would be quite the send off for Continental though.

 

[dlshearon]

I’m no meteorologist, but as of now, I would go. Latest forcast has it in SC Thursday afternoon. Mikesweatherpage.com has a ton of info on tropical storms.

 

[05XR8]

 

[Clark]

 

[Northstar]

I'm usually not a big fan of throwback liveries, but Porsche is probably the one car where it works since they have had the same general shape for so long.

 

[LMSCorvetteGT2]

https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at4+shtml/145554.shtml?cone#contents

Shows it going over the racetrack Thurs morning. Of course we know how acurate weather forcasts are a week out.

We do? Considering it's an educated predictor by NOAA of all groups, it's usually pretty accurate. Hopefully is doesn't disrupt the racing too much but we'll see.

 

[-Fred-]

Porsche really missed an opportunity to run retro liveries at every race they entered this year, but on the other hand the ones they've done have been nothing short of fantastic.

 

[GTPorsche]

The ones they've done haven't exactly fit the car. Their current and previous factory livery is uninspired as well.

 

[DesertPenguin]

The Rothmans fit just fine, and this one with it's thin curvy lines does justice to the original. Pink Pig maybe not so much since it's actually a nice looking car and not the ugly thing it was original on.

 

[dlshearon]

We do? Considering it's an educated predictor by NOAA of all groups, it's usually pretty accurate. Hopefully is doesn't disrupt the racing too much but we'll see.

They do a great job at forcasts. I just like to give em a little heck since most of my life is dictated by weather.

 

[JohnBM01]

Earlier today on YouTube, I saw IMSA unveil its 50th Anniversary logo as well as hear stories from various racers who competed in IMSA. Many of the ones who chimed in are a who's-who of IMSA talent- Wayne Taylor, Derek Bell, Tommy Kendall, Billy Auberlen... all among others.

I tried to link that video, but I think it's listed Private. So search "IMSA Unveils 50th Anniversary Logo" on YouTube.

 

[AnthonyD1993]

Qualifying in Prototype is going to be interesting since the bulk of the field have already ran quicker in practice than last years' pole time.

 

[Northstar]

Shank has confirmed 2 full season cars next year, one will be an all-female driver lineup with Caterpillar sponsorship.

https://sportscar365.com/imsa/iwsc/msr-reveals-all-female-lineup-for-rolex-24-season/

 

[Ether]

Racing's underway and in a Halloween spirit sort of way we have a zombie BMW now.

 

[MaddinICE]

Drama already after 25 minutes for the leading #22 Nissan, puncture.

 

[AnthonyD1993]

Is anyone watching the international feed dealing with stuttering? I can't tell if it's the feed or my internet connection that's acting up.

 

[Tired Tyres]

Is anyone watching the international feed dealing with stuttering? I can't tell if it's the feed or my internet connection that's acting up.

Stream is OK in the UK for me.

 

[MaddinICE]

It is ok for me too.

 

[Dylan]

TV has switched to FS2. Still waiting on FSGO for the switch.

 

[AnthonyD1993]

Got it figured out. It was my browser's settings that made it stutter.


It's really interesting to hear Bill Auberlen's take on his flip at Road Atlanta in 2000.

 

[MaddinICE]

Juan Pablo Montoya crashed in Turn 3, first caution.

 

[Dylan]

NOOOOOO!!!!!


🤬

 

[MaddinICE]

RLM said that Montoya didn't hit the wall, strange accident.

 

[AnthonyD1993]

Guess he did hit the wall since they are repairing it.

 

[Northstar]

Justin Bell's firesuit looks a tad out of date.

Also, Porsche has signed an extension with Core.

 

[MaddinICE]

Guess he did hit the wall since they are repairing it.

Yeah RLM just corrected themselves.