95% Chimp

I never thought I would have as much fun as I've been having with the Star Mazda at Phoenix. Tonights race was with the middle split, so the strength of field was much higher than last nights race. After the usual spins and cautions in the first half of the race I settled into a nice groove with a bunch of guys who were real polite and considerate racers. It was a pleasure to have real close racing with them. Going into turn 1 at Phoenix less than two tenths behind the guy in front, top gear and without lifting at 145mph is a real adrenaline rush. I started at the back of the pack in 17th, but ended up finshing 7th under a 69th lap caution. Absolutely fantastic race and really makes me want to spend more time in the Late Model and get my oval license up past D. - Posted using BlogPress from my iPad

My second time out in the Star Mazda at Phoenix has been a stark contrast to the first catastrophe. Not qualifying I started 12/18 and planned on just finishing this time. 70 laps and 4 cautions later I came in 4th, less that 6 seconds behind the winner. It was a bit of a war of attrition since only 5 cars actually finished, but I was very pleased with the result. Didn't pit or pick up an incident point either. With a bit less wing and some spring tweaks I reckon I could have won. Maybe next time eh... 8) - Posted using BlogPress from my iPad Location: Elleray Park Rd,Wallasey,United Kingdom

Went in for my first fast oval race at Phoenix last night in the Star Mazda. Did an hour of practice beforehand and had my setup sorted. Race time comes around and after the pace lap some plonker goes in hard on turn 1, slams into the wall and takes 3 others out, me included. Not a great way to start a 70 lap race... Didn't even got 1 lap done. Bugger 8) - Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone

Brands Hatch is now out for iRacing. I'm very tempted to buy this tonight, but I've been spending a bit too much cash on iRacing lately.... think I'll delay the purchase until there is a race I need to run which uses it - probably the next Team UK event 8).