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by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Wed Jun 12, 2013 6:02 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Vettel booed on the podium?
Replies: 130
Views: 22873

Re: Vettel booed on the podium?

It was kind of strange in that I could hear the sound of booing, but at least in my section down in turn 2 which had the usual large Ferrari contingent and maybe as many cheering for the other podium finisher, and only a rare fan sporting Red Bull colors, I didn't notice anyone booing. I got the fee...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Wed Jun 12, 2013 3:08 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Changing your mind about a driver.
Replies: 73
Views: 17409

Re: Changing your mind about a driver.

A lot around here were really down on Maldonado last year, while I gave him the benefit of the doubt. He was very inconsistent, made some really ugly mistakes, but he also showed some very good pace, and 2012 Barcelona was good enough to believe he could become something special. But this year he's ...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Wed Jun 12, 2013 2:43 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 21 Races potentially on the 2014 Calander
Replies: 63
Views: 10712

Re: 21 Races potentially on the 2014 Calander

If it was my decision, first on the chopping block would be those with stands that are less than 50% full or drawing 20k or less. For sure 1 fits the 2nd description and several likely fit the 1st description, while lacking any historical significance. If the only appeal is the track is a great circ...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Wed Jun 12, 2013 2:34 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Attending a GP
Replies: 721
Views: 719536

Re: Attending a GP

Just a post-race thank you for all the feedback about Montreal. I stayed a block away from Berri-UQAM station, which was great for getting to and from the circuit, and other events, decent hotel rates, that had great GP atmosphere. And couldn't have been more pleased opting for Section 11-12 for the...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Thu May 30, 2013 12:58 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: NBC Monaco coverage: WTF HAPPENED?!!
Replies: 43
Views: 10998

Re: NBC Monaco coverage: WTF HAPPENED?!!

What is going on in August that is making them replay the Belgium race at midnight? You better catch the live one of stay off the net! lol I was wondering that myself. If it was a Saturday I would think maybe there was some conflict with college football coverage as I'm guessing the season starts a...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Wed May 29, 2013 3:17 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: NBC Monaco coverage: WTF HAPPENED?!!
Replies: 43
Views: 10998

Re: NBC Monaco coverage: WTF HAPPENED?!!

That is promising news about the ratings. But I'm not really surprised. They promoted the hell out of it for weeks, with ad placement across the board on just about every sports programming shown under the NBC brand. That's why I can understand about issues with the recording lengths, but not which ...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Tue May 28, 2013 10:20 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Monaco Grand Prix - Drive Of the Day
Replies: 55
Views: 9217

Re: Monaco Grand Prix - Drive Of the Day

I'm thinking a good number of votes for Kimi were a result of the mad dash for 10th place in the final laps. Had it been "Lap (or laps) of the Day", I also would have voted for Kimi. I'm a bit surprised only 7 voted for "other", I thought Di Resta would gather more support than that (especially give...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Tue May 28, 2013 5:27 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: NBC Monaco coverage: WTF HAPPENED?!!
Replies: 43
Views: 10998

Re: NBC Monaco coverage: WTF HAPPENED?!!

This is one of the reasons, I always add at least an extra half hour to the record time, especially circuits like Monaco and Singapore where its almost a given that there will be at least 1 safety car and even a chance of a red flag. (Usually I will watch it live, but still like to be able to go bac...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Mon May 27, 2013 3:00 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Perez driving today
Replies: 376
Views: 59922

Re: Perez driving today

Without delving into blame on the final situation with Perez and Kimi, the issue I still have with him yesterday is the need for wisdom to understand the risk/reward. He was aggressive through much of the race, and it had paid off for him, but given the stage of the race the incident with Kimi took ...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Mon May 27, 2013 2:48 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Vettel's New Helmet for Monaco
Replies: 28
Views: 6918

Re: Vettel's New Helmet for Monaco

I didn't think much of it, but given the PC issues, I like it a lot more. I know that's not proper in this 'enlightened' era. But frankly, I don't care. Someone else can have their own standards of what's right or offensive, I've not agreed to accept the PC manual as my rulebook. Some may not like t...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Sun May 26, 2013 9:40 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 97th Indianapolis 500
Replies: 56
Views: 12082

Re: 97th Indianapolis 500

I was really happy for Tony Kanaan to get his first sip of the milk, but I do wish they had been able to finish under the green flag. I would have loved to have seen Marco Andretti with the chance to end the "Andretti Curse" as well as see if the rookie Carlos Munoz could be as poised when they were...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Sun May 26, 2013 9:27 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Paul Di Resta
Replies: 177
Views: 29422

Re: Paul Di Resta

I've had a hard time warming up to him, probably because it seems like he tends to go negative (too much IMO). But he's probably the driver who's shown the most improvement this year. A very impressive finish today given the starting position. I voted for him as drive of the day, even though it was ...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Sun May 26, 2013 9:15 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Perez driving today
Replies: 376
Views: 59922

Re: Perez driving today

The thing that struck me about today was he fell prey to a common mistake by gamblers, to fit in a Monte Carlo metaphor, in not knowing when he's pressed his luck too far. He drove aggressively throughout the race, and managed to make it work for him several times. But that aggressiveness comes with...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Sun May 26, 2013 9:05 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: So good to have the Press Conference again..
Replies: 8
Views: 3229

Re: So good to have the Press Conference again..

I was guessing it was just skipped for this race, given the unique situation with trophy presentation/podium for Monaco. I've actually gotten so that I don't mind them this year. When they were good with a good questioner, they weren't too bad. But there were a few that were cringe-worthy IMO that m...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Sun May 26, 2013 6:04 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Did the Senna documentary make you emotional?
Replies: 50
Views: 7295

Re: Did the Senna documentary make you emotional?

It did the 1st time or 2 I watched it. In the times since, its more of a feeling of what a loss it was for fans who missed out on a full career to watch. I agree it was definitely one-sided, but it was also "Senna", not "Senna/Prost" or "The Japanese GP incidents" so I understand that it was about S...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Wed May 15, 2013 9:37 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: How Many Races Have You Been To?
Replies: 87
Views: 12134

Re: How Many Races Have You Been To?

Only 2012 Austin so far, but I have tickets for Montreal and Austin this year, so soon to be 3. For sure, TV coverage is the best way to follow the race. But, attending is a lot about the experience, the sights, especially, the sounds and the atmosphere. I was really hooked on the experience after A...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Sun May 12, 2013 11:29 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Not quite so bad for Jenson.
Replies: 16
Views: 4002

Re: Not quite so bad for Jenson.

Not bad really considering how Mclaren is off the pace. Still i think if Mclaren not asking their drivers to hold station, Perez could be ahead of him. But credit to him for making up so many position when there are faster cars ahead of him. He is not a WDC for nothing. Agreed. I know at times I fe...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Sun May 12, 2013 10:42 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Official Tyre Thread
Replies: 1582
Views: 273797

Re: What a boring race

As 2013 races go, this one wasn't up there with Australia or China for entertainment IMO, but I wouldn't call it boring. It was unpredictable in many ways (actually IMO that pretty much describes the last 1 season+, which is a very good thing because it actually gives a reason to watch beyond Saturd...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Mon Apr 29, 2013 5:02 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: FIA to reduce a cars turbo as a penalty in '14?
Replies: 50
Views: 10763

Re: FIA to reduce a cars turbo as a penalty in '14?

It would seem like a ridiculous penalty just on the surface IMO. Even more ridiculous considering the issues F1 is having with telemetry they are having, issues with controlling the DRS usage, etc. Before Race Control thinks about cutting down a car's turbo during the race for an infraction, they ne...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Thu Apr 25, 2013 9:53 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Sexist comments by Vettel on the podium
Replies: 122
Views: 26391

Re: Sexist comments by Vettel on the podium

I've skipped past some of the posts after it got into the issue of how people should think or not think or what they should be offended by or not offended by, so forgive me if I missed this along the way. But personally, I didn't take Vettel's comment about Gill Jones the way some seemed to have. At...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Tue Apr 23, 2013 9:25 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Why do some people dislike Vettel so much?
Replies: 439
Views: 63272

Re: Why do some people dislike Vettel so much?

i don't dislike him. He drives for a my supported teams biggest rival (atm) but i recognise his talent and i like his sense if humour. If i was to guess why people don't like him it's because he is the one who is winning championships at the moment. I think this covers a lot of the dislike for him ...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Mon Apr 22, 2013 7:41 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Best looking car this year so far
Replies: 41
Views: 8979

Re: Best looking car this year so far

I'd probably go with the Ferrari F138 as best looking... though I suspect McLaren might leapfrog it after seeing it again in person. Under natural light, I love the chrome look. (I'm wondering if natural lighting will have a similar effect on the Saubers which looked much more interesting under the ...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Mon Apr 22, 2013 7:13 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Bernie Bahrain government stupid to host race
Replies: 8
Views: 2200

Re: Bernie Bahrain government stupid to host race

The stands were half empty. That's the best reason for dropping it imo And that's not half empty with a lot of stands... that's half empty for a circuit that holds 30k-35k! At one point I read they thought the ticket sales might be strong and produce something between 20k-25k. Yeah I get that being...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Sun Apr 21, 2013 8:26 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Paul Di Resta
Replies: 177
Views: 29422

Re: Paul Di Resta worthy of a better car?

I've got to give Di Resta credit for a very good race today. He's had some good results in the past, but generally those haven't been the type that real grabbed your attention, until you looked at the final results and there he was somewhere in 4th, 5th or 6th. Today, he was mixing it up, in real ba...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Mon Apr 15, 2013 5:16 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Rioting in Bahrain is going on now. Will they race?
Replies: 41
Views: 8988

Re: Rioting in Bahrain is going on now. Will they race?

I'd be perfectly happy to see this race fall off the calender at any time since we're going to be bumping up against the 20-race restriction. A race in front of 30k or less on a colorless, lifeless sand dune/desert terrain holds no appeal for me. But the check has cleared, it will go on, unless the ...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Thu Mar 21, 2013 10:37 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Varsha To Replace Leigh Diffy - Three Races NBC US Coverage
Replies: 40
Views: 9635

Re: Varsha To Replace Leigh Diffy - Three Races NBC US Cover

I like Varsha's demeanor/personality more than Diffey's. (I think maybe so on those early morning races when Diffey's volume is a bit harder to take in a tired state.) For sure, Varsha has had some wonderful chemistry with Hobbs and Matchett. But figure how many races, qualifyings and practices they...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Thu Mar 21, 2013 10:24 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Remembering Mark Donohue
Replies: 15
Views: 10268

Re: Remembering Mark Donohue

Mark Donohue was the 1st driver I remembered cheering for. I'm not sure why, maybe that he had driven the '69 Camaro, and that's what my dad had, or maybe he because he was someone my dad cheered for (maybe for that reason). I just remembered, he and A.J. Foyt were the 2 I followed and cheered for e...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Thu Mar 21, 2013 10:09 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: NBC F1 coverage thread
Replies: 46
Views: 12024

Re: NBC F1 coverage thread

Thanks for the update. Personally I don't think Abu Dhabi and Monaco are the best races to show on the "big network" to peak interest but if thats what they decide... My take on the decision regarding those 2 races, is Abu Dhabi being the race immediately prior to Austin, so deciding to use that as...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Tue Mar 19, 2013 7:24 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Hubris at the Austin GP
Replies: 24
Views: 5703

Re: Hubris at the Austin GP

silkjet wrote:Thanks Z3! Good feedback. I went to Austin last year and loved it, so I do want to go again.
I'll PM you my contact representative's name and number.
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Tue Mar 19, 2013 6:27 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Hubris at the Austin GP
Replies: 24
Views: 5703

Re: Hubris at the Austin GP

That was a very poor response IMO. It's one that maybe should be drawn to the attention of higher-ups at COTA as my own dealings with them have been much better despite not purchasing the premium/seat license tickets. When a representative contacted me a couple months ago about selling me on 1 of th...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Tue Mar 19, 2013 3:32 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Best race in years!
Replies: 40
Views: 8882

Re: Best race in years!

Too many candidates to call in the best race in years. I would stick with the best opener in recent years. For a more entertaining opener, I might have to go back to 2006 Bahrain with Alonso winning from P4, holding off pole-sitter Schumacher in the late stages for the win at a time when Michael was...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Tue Mar 19, 2013 1:41 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: NBC F1 coverage thread
Replies: 46
Views: 12024

Re: NBC F1 coverage thread

I finished putting the GP on DVD this evening and was able to come up with the commercial numbers. Pre-race "Countdown" show came in at 19 minutes with 8 minutes of commercial time before the 3-minute commercial break between the Countdown show and "Race" coverage. The "Race" clocked in at 1:59:46 g...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Mon Mar 18, 2013 4:07 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: NBC F1 coverage thread
Replies: 46
Views: 12024

Re: NBC F1 coverage thread

I thought it was pretty good. I didn't see any areas where the format was worse than SPEED and the additional footage after the race was a bonus so overall I'm happy. I have a little one at home so I don't have time to watch all the practice sessions anyway so not having those won't bother me much....
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Mon Mar 18, 2013 4:40 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: NBC F1 coverage thread
Replies: 46
Views: 12024

Re: NBC F1 coverage thread

Just to toss in some numbers, I put the original airings of FP1 and FP2 to DVD, and edited out the commercials before burning the disks. (Since there is so little programming I enjoy any more, I often watch old events on DVD.) Both came in at 23 minutes of commercials per session 1:07 net from 1:30 ...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Sun Mar 17, 2013 8:10 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Your Melbourne winners and losers?
Replies: 41
Views: 10869

Re: Your Melbourne winners and losers?

Kovalainen, Timo Glock and Kobayashi. I wouldn't call them losers, but they lost out the most. Some of the drivers replacing them are just ridicoulous. I would agree about Kovalainen since his replacement was GVG, who looked pretty lost over the weekend. Timo I'd disagree about as his seat eventual...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Sun Mar 17, 2013 4:32 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: NBC F1 coverage thread
Replies: 46
Views: 12024

Re: NBC F1 coverage thread

A couple comments after the 1st race last night. We'll never get BBC/Sky quality coverage here IMO, unfortunately. That said, I was very pleased that NBC frequently had "non-stop" during most commercial breaks with side-by-side coverage showing the live feed next to the commercial. That's a big step...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Sun Mar 17, 2013 8:43 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Your Melbourne winners and losers?
Replies: 41
Views: 10869

Re: Your Melbourne winners and losers?

Pretty much agree across the board. I'd add, Bianchi made a very good start. Couldn't hold it with the car he was in, but his was one of the starts that caught my attention as noticably good. He's going to be one to watch. (I've said before re: Marussia and Caterham...score a point or 2, and a drive...
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Sun Mar 17, 2013 8:32 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: How would you describe Kimi's personality?
Replies: 102
Views: 20269

Re: How would you describe Kimi's personality?

I would say 'dry' in a good way.

Personally, I appreciate it a lot... wouldn't want a lot like him in front of a camera... but the difference makes him very refreshing IMO.
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Sun Mar 17, 2013 8:01 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Will they continue doing the podium interviews?
Replies: 27
Views: 9582

Re: Will they continue doing the podium interviews?

Today should be the model they use. Stick with someone used to being at the Mic and asking questions, and avoid selecting someone simply because of of a local appeal.
by Z3RoadstarTXF1
Sun Mar 17, 2013 4:26 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Attending a GP
Replies: 721
Views: 719536

Re: Attending a GP

Just got my tickets this morning for Montreal (Grandstand 11, Section 2) and booked my plane tickets over the weekend. Which brings me to my next step... booking hotel rooms. I understand transportation to the circuit is good, so lots of options as far as places one could stay... any suggestions on...