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Re: Solutions to the Point of Diminishing Returns

All that Gerardo says plus observing what those who you respect and are faster than you are doing on track. Going out to corners and observing where the fast drivers brake, shift and get back to throttle can teach you a lot. What line on track are the fast guys using vs everyone else? What sets them apart? You may not be able to do that yet (and should work up to it gradually) but at least you'll see and eventually understand what is posssible. Go out to the important corners on any track when the computer car drivers or Jason Holehouse is on track. You'll see those cars at the limit of what they are capable of and it won't cost you anything to watch. Going out to corners with instructors is even better as they'll most likely be able to see and articulate the nuance of what is happening better than you will at this point and every instructor is different so embrace the variations in points of view and your database of knowledge will dramatically increase while your laptimes decrease.
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