Korean GP in danger if being called off
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http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/82834
oh well,
in other news, the national convention on glass safety testing standards has also been cancelled.
oh well,
in other news, the national convention on glass safety testing standards has also been cancelled.
There would be no need to even think about how to make F1 more exciting if we could just get rid of all the new boring Tilke tracks and replace them with some of the great older tracks that have gone from the calender.
How did it get to a stage where one person designs all the new F1 tracks and it seems to be someone who can only design the most boring possible circuits?
ETA - Just had a look at the tracks he has designed/redesigned. Malaysia i like, he did an alright job there, some nice corners and those two huge straights seperated by a hairpin give it good character and individuality, coupled with its wideness also opens up some overtaking opportunities.
But my god, just about everything else he has laid his hands on is a terrible track, it astounds me that most uk circuits that are nothing more than old runways and roads connected together are so much better for racing and enjoyment than these modern purpose built monstrosities... Also whats wrong with a track that isn't completely flat? Its the uphill and downhill sections of tracks like Spa and Laguna Seca that make them some of the best in the world. Who doesn't love Eau Rouge? And how great would it be too see F1 cars tearing into a corner that requiers as much commitment as 'The Corkscrew'?
I'd love to get excited about the prospect of a new track, one that truely has its own character, but untill someone else is designing them i can't see it happening.
How did it get to a stage where one person designs all the new F1 tracks and it seems to be someone who can only design the most boring possible circuits?
ETA - Just had a look at the tracks he has designed/redesigned. Malaysia i like, he did an alright job there, some nice corners and those two huge straights seperated by a hairpin give it good character and individuality, coupled with its wideness also opens up some overtaking opportunities.
But my god, just about everything else he has laid his hands on is a terrible track, it astounds me that most uk circuits that are nothing more than old runways and roads connected together are so much better for racing and enjoyment than these modern purpose built monstrosities... Also whats wrong with a track that isn't completely flat? Its the uphill and downhill sections of tracks like Spa and Laguna Seca that make them some of the best in the world. Who doesn't love Eau Rouge? And how great would it be too see F1 cars tearing into a corner that requiers as much commitment as 'The Corkscrew'?
I'd love to get excited about the prospect of a new track, one that truely has its own character, but untill someone else is designing them i can't see it happening.
Edited by Forbes82 on Monday 12th April 16:20
he's good at doing the pit and paddock too.
The korean GP track will feature a paddock/press bulding shaped like a giant dog, after the race the winner will walk out of the dogs mouth and the podium ceremony will be held on a platform created by the dogs lolling tongue. There will also be a trackside hotel/leisure complex shaped like the korean letter nandug'hi which is covered in blue LEDs and air fresheners.
The korean GP track will feature a paddock/press bulding shaped like a giant dog, after the race the winner will walk out of the dogs mouth and the podium ceremony will be held on a platform created by the dogs lolling tongue. There will also be a trackside hotel/leisure complex shaped like the korean letter nandug'hi which is covered in blue LEDs and air fresheners.
DangerousMike said:
he's good at doing the pit and paddock too.
The korean GP track will feature a paddock/press bulding shaped like a giant dog, after the race the winner will walk out of the dogs mouth and the podium ceremony will be held on a platform created by the dogs lolling tongue. There will also be a trackside hotel/leisure complex shaped like the korean letter nandug'hi which is covered in blue LEDs and air fresheners.
The korean GP track will feature a paddock/press bulding shaped like a giant dog, after the race the winner will walk out of the dogs mouth and the podium ceremony will be held on a platform created by the dogs lolling tongue. There will also be a trackside hotel/leisure complex shaped like the korean letter nandug'hi which is covered in blue LEDs and air fresheners.
DangerousMike said:
he's good at doing the pit and paddock too.
The korean GP track will feature a paddock/press bulding shaped like a giant dog, after the race the winner will walk out of the dogs mouth and the podium ceremony will be held on a platform created by the dogs lolling tongue. There will also be a trackside hotel/leisure complex shaped like the korean letter nandug'hi which is covered in blue LEDs and air fresheners.
LOL! Nice one...The korean GP track will feature a paddock/press bulding shaped like a giant dog, after the race the winner will walk out of the dogs mouth and the podium ceremony will be held on a platform created by the dogs lolling tongue. There will also be a trackside hotel/leisure complex shaped like the korean letter nandug'hi which is covered in blue LEDs and air fresheners.
They do tend to be a bit bland don't they?
They should copy some of Gran Turismo's designs...What about Midfield Raceway, or Grand Valley?
Circuits need to be demanding...to challenge the drivers. A wider track won't really offer this, nor will the copious amounts of tarmac run-offs! I say we just have 20 races a year, alternating between Suzuka and Spa
(kidding, of course)Wanta996Gotta said:
I wondered what Simon Gillet was doing now.Forbes82 said:
How did it get to a stage where one person designs all the new F1 tracks?
He's been around and designing tracks for a lot longer than you might think. All of the new tracks are government/publicly funded and their design contracts have to be awarded through public tender and public tenders are weighted heavily towards the experience of bidders.Classic catch 22!
Forbes82 said:
.....and it seems to be someone who can only design the most boring possible circuits?
Again, public sector! Every developed country has a government totally risk averse so any proposal submitted that deliberately increases the risk to the drivers (when there exists the option to reduce or even remove any risk) will likely be turned down.Olivera said:
From bbc:
"Tilke, who dreamed up the layouts of the new tracks in Malaysia, China , Bahrain and Abu Dhabi"
The Chinese "Tilke, who dreamed up the layouts of the new tracks in Malaysia, China , Bahrain and Abu Dhabi"
t" or "ery" or something. Tilke just scribbled where the marshal posts would be with his jumbo felt tips.Gassing Station | General Motorsport | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff