what is drifting? watch these videos to find out

[CBi]

I don't understand the chip drifters have on their shoulder.

I understand it perfectly.

Racing, autocrossing, and other forms of timed motorsport competition are very cool, and have their place, and require a lot of talent and skill.

But for some reason, because drifting isn't a timed event, it somehow loses credibility amongst the racing crowd (I'm generalizing here), and many are led to believe it requires little talent or skill.

Just because they're not running against a clock or banging fenders for the next corner doesn't mean they're not skilled drivers. Being a good drifter means you have impeccable car control - something ANY racer or driver should aspire to.

I give them all the respect they deserve...road racers, oval track, drag, dirt, whatever. It all takes talent, and it all feels good.

[blunttech]

I think the drift/grip argument can be settled by saying that anyone who's experienced in drifting is going to run circles around other drivers, whether they're sideways circles or not.

i read this and immediately thought this guys an imbecile but i think all hes saying is an experienced drifter is going to kill a non experienced drifter. because he couldnt possibly believe a skilled drifter can beat a skilled road racer around a course

[JGood]

i read this and immediately thought this guys an imbecile but i think all hes saying is an experienced drifter is going to kill a non experienced drifter. because he couldnt possibly believe a skilled drifter can beat a skilled road racer around a course

In the hopes of an entertaining thread, I'm going to say you are wrong in your assumption.

[DCColegrove]

Either way Here is a tip:

Buy stock in Federal Tyres...

[blunttech]

In the hopes of an entertaining thread, I'm going to say you are wrong in your assumption.

ok i think thats a good call. lets let him come back and try to convince us why and then all hell breaks loose

[eric (^__^)]

well of course you're not going to win Le Mans sideways

but practicing drifting would definitely add some tricks to anyone's arsenal

[blunttech]

well of course you're not going to win Le Mans sideways

but practicing drifting would definitely add some tricks to anyone's arsenal

backpeddling

[Massive Lee]

Some people like figure skating.
Some people like hockey.

[eric (^__^)]

backpeddling

you took my generalization and ran with it, but I think this is as far as it goes. Congratulations. Here's your internet ribbon.

speaking of peddling and drifting

[Mossman]

was that a scandanavian flick at the end of the bike video? that dude should probably wear a helmet.

[blunttech]

you took my generalization and ran with it, but I think this is as far as it goes. Congratulations. Here's your internet ribbon.

speaking of peddling and drifting

you are not the one who decides how far it goes. just as when i enter your sloppy anus
you said something stupid, got called on it and now you are backpeddling. congratulations, im going to slip a shiny half dollar in your rectum when i am done violating it

[E-rich]

the comments about drifting being the "figure skating" of motorsports

this shit isnt planned or choreographed. when 2-4 cars go out at once theres no plan other than try to get as close as possible and not hit or spin out.

to each there own. i just hate the no talent assumption...

[shmutzigE30]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdBo7gvqBhw

THIS is drifting

[E30Idea]

Sick

[e30 gangsta]

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