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Post by robbiegong on Jul 9, 2016 13:08:39 GMT
Hamilton is one awesome talent ! The way he rises to pressure is amazing, another great pole. It would have been easy for his head to drop and to overcook it when his previous leading q3 lap was deleted. Not Mr Hamilton though, true to form leaving the British fans with a huge smile. Pray no shunt from start approaching turn 1 tomorrow.
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Post by robbiegong on Jun 19, 2016 19:54:31 GMT
Wow! It wasn't THAT bad ? What is bad is the engineer not being able to tell a driver which button to press to put his car in the right mode. I understand no assist with the clutch from start and no other 'information' over the radio. BUT they have made the sport deliberately very technical yet if a driver goes out and finds his car has an incorrect mode, he then has to try and work it out himself, within 20 odd plus perpertations and whilst negotiating corners, walls, other drivers etc at crazy speeds. Not only that but because he then cant chase and race to full effect the fans are denied a proper race for better position - It's daft !! On another note, The future.... Button in a Williams replacing Massa and Perez in a Ferrrari replacing Raikkonen ??
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Post by robbiegong on Jun 19, 2016 14:41:44 GMT
Rosberg got it just how he likes it, clear track ahead nothing to do but drive. That said he took pole, held his start, fastest lap and the win. Not a great weekend for Hamilton and more mechanical gremlins, he'd have secured a podium finish otherwise I'm sure. He'll be back and still lots of races to go.
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Post by robbiegong on Jun 18, 2016 16:05:08 GMT
A very rare off day in Quali for Hamilton, he just couldnt seem to get it together. He made no excuses and was honest saying that he just wasn't on it today. Rossy will be chuffed he made pole. He likes leading from the front, clear track no hassle so should be his race but you never know. I'm hoping he doesnt have it all his way.
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Post by robbiegong on May 29, 2016 21:22:54 GMT
Very pleased for my man Lewis, he's a genuine talent and always fights hard for the win regardless of weather or conditions, the true sign of a champ ! Did feel sorry for Ricciardo though who has every right to be pi$$ed with Red Bull, what the heck ! Talk about throwing away a win / opportunity! unbelievable really, it's not like they are novices so it shouldn't be happening at this level - no excuses !
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Post by robbiegong on May 15, 2016 13:40:17 GMT
Hamilton had the door shut on him ! Really wanted him to win BUT once again he's not held on to his pole advantage from start.This is what has again led to an incident that likely would not have occurred if he'd held his start.It's a problem and a factor even when he does manage to secure pole. Not good and going forward!
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 17, 2016 20:54:42 GMT
Ham's had a a string of bad luck which must pass although as I've said before not holding the start from pole finally came to haunt him with the dreaded shunt at turn one in Bahrain, which I sensed would happen one day. He'll need to get his groove on now. Rosberg has a very handy 36 point cushion which is a race in hand effectively. Ham's my boy though !
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 4, 2016 17:12:38 GMT
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 3, 2016 18:28:40 GMT
If you heard the interview with Toto Wolff, he admitted that they had asked Daimler Benz for help with the clutches. It's clearly not just the fault of the two Mercedes drivers. Good point Martin and makes sense. The way Ferrari AND Williams have literally flew past from start, has made the Mercs's look unnaturally stationery , so yeah they'll know something needs sorting quickly.
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 3, 2016 18:02:52 GMT
Good race, packed full of incidents. Poor start again by Hamilton but great that he nursed his damaged car in. Bad luck Vettel but Raikonnen did well to get and keep 2nd. All the rest of the teams did well and there were some great fights throughout. Grosjean and his Haas car did fantastically well again and pulled off some great moves. Man of the race for me. Agreed. I've been concerned about this and saw it coming though as mentioned in earlier post. The potential for shunt / damage or out of the race as a result of getting caught in the guaranteed frantic jostling for position into turn one is hugely increased when you dont nail the start on the back of your hard earned pole. It was only a matter of time before this happened. Luckily for Ham he made it to the end of the race. Twice on the trot now he's looked on the positive side and expressed being happy with damage limitation. It's great he still manages a second and third after rubbish starts / shunt BUT it's not the best way to utilise the hard work of the advantageous pole position either. Secondly It's early days but already Rosberg is 17 points clear, two out of two and neither wins from pole. Most wins a season tends to be the stat that shows and leads to the title, not seconds and thirds overall.
Vettel wasnt in it today, it could have been a worse turn one. Vettel in particular is aware of the start weakness (from last year) and now rightly looks to expose that from the absolute off. C ome on Ham sort it out and stop making it harder than you need to - If you've nailed pole then nail the blinkin;' start man where you're more likely to keep out of trouble and bag a win !
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 2, 2016 18:12:03 GMT
How Hamilton pulled that fastest lap in quali today was just class and against the run of play all weekend too. He's admitted that this isnt a track he is comfortable with not only pole but the fastest lap ever at that Bahrain track (Webber held that honour up until today that is Poor Rosberg who's been fast and comfortable all weekend. Should be a good race tomorrow now the Ferraris are just about close enough - Hamilton (and Rosberg) need to avoid being overtaken at the start by Vettel and / or Raikkenen as happened the other week at the Melbourne opener and a few times last season. One time too many and it could cost Mercedes dearly as there'll also be the usual frantic jostling for position before turn one where there's real potential for a shunt Dont take your eyes off Vettel at the start tomorrow !
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Post by robbiegong on Nov 28, 2015 16:14:00 GMT
Oh, I think things change when it's race time. Hammy is a far better out and out racer than Rosberg and has proven himself to drive at a different level. Yep, I agree. That said Ham knows he needs to get back to nailing poles. One, to stop Rosbergs momentum of pole wins and two because pole can more or less be a key factor towards securing the win. I'm thinking dirty air and those tracks where it's almost impossible to pass. In a closer / tighter season Ham knows he'll really need those poles.
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Post by robbiegong on Nov 28, 2015 15:59:30 GMT
I really thought Hamilton had Qualy today but Rosberg prevailed - he's really starting to show some form now, a bit late but nevertheless welcome. Hams said somethings changed with regards to how the car feels and he's trying to get to the bottom of that. I for one believe him and that when he's comfortable again he'll find that gnats needed to be back on top again. Rosbergs very comfortable with how his car feels but he wont be when Hams comfy in his again, trust me
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Post by robbiegong on Nov 28, 2015 15:54:22 GMT
Makes sense to me that Mercedes would want clarification of the rules and restrictions around research and development regarding aerodynamics in relation to the whole Hass wind tunnel thing. Ferrari would have likely done the same if the shoe was on the other foot. You dont get to the top or stay there by letting others gain even the slightest of advantages and most definitely when it comes to F1. This response sends the right message out to your competitors ie: you're awake and aware, dont even ever think of trying it !
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Post by robbiegong on Oct 26, 2015 15:37:03 GMT
Well done to the man from Stevenage,home grown, triple world Champion !!
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Post by robbiegong on Sept 16, 2015 11:59:51 GMT
Yes, I would go back to the 70's tomorrow... Me too Jules Raleigh Choppers Ford Capri Flares Afros Long hippy hair Top of the Pops Arguably the best period for rock, pop, soul, reggae Cabana chocolate bar Colt 45 malt liqueur (lager) Wage packet in your hand Phone boxes
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Post by robbiegong on Aug 23, 2015 15:29:48 GMT
Good pole and win Lewis
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Post by robbiegong on Jul 6, 2015 21:40:04 GMT
What a superb controlled drive by Hamilton, especially in the final wet phase. An inspired timely stop for intermediate tyres, too. Good to see him win at Silverstone again. A shame that the Williams got edged out by Vettel, and a real pity that Massa didn't get 2nd for his efforts. Yep, agree on all counts Martin.
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Post by robbiegong on May 28, 2015 14:19:52 GMT
I love this cart to bits. The only thing I would say though is that I’ve always found it very sensitive to accurate set up. If this isn’t right it’s fairly obvious - when it is set up well it is an absolute joy of a cart. I always dread having to set it up again for whatever reason as it is very hard work trying to hit that spot again which becomes quite tiresome. My arm is a Micro Seiki MA 202 Specifications Type: static balance universal type Effective length: 237mm Overhang: 15mm Offset angle: 21 degrees Height range: 42-88mm Cartridge range: 4-16g VTF range: 0-3g
I use the Rega Baerwald Arc Protractor (for 222mm mounting distance. I set arm to parallel, Tracking force to recommended 1.5g, anti skate close to tracking force figure, set azimuth . Then, I dial in vta via on the fly where I’ve always managed to eventually find / hit the sweet- spot. Takes a heck of a lot of trying and patience but when it happens I can hear it. As I say it takes an age so my question is does anyone have any tips around this that might make it less painful or even a bit easier? Sometimes it feels as if I’m never ever going to find that spot. I’d never want to give up on this cart which I love when on song. Thanks.
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Post by robbiegong on May 24, 2015 19:35:22 GMT
You couldnt make it up. He did everything asked of him and to achieve what he set out to do. Merc have effectively kicked him in the nuts and handed Rosberg a cheap triple. I Feel for Hamilton but he'll bounce back. It also makes things tighter at the top and stops the groanings of certain fans who say it's boring when someone dominates /wins all the time. Well they got what they wanted today - something to talk about.
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