Ripping a Skid

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DON’T FAIL TO PLAN – For all odds, something will go awry and your gameplan will go out the window, but if you have a rough plan of attack it will calm your nerves and give you a starting point.

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REVS – Use plenty of ’em! Some skidders love the sound of a rev limiter being savaged, while others say no to mang and skilfully regulate the throttle to keep it off the limiter. Either way, turn the thing hard!

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THE PAD IS YOURS – Go out there and explore it! You’ll score well and have more fun if you run right up and down the length and breadth of the pad. Flirt with the wall, but don’t hit the bloody thing!

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TOP-GEAR IT – Get the car into top as quickly as possible. When it comes to making smoke, tyre speed is your best friend.

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START IN THE DRY – Instant smoke is something the judges have always looked for, and the crowd loves it. Starting in the water box might be easier on your driveline, but will dramatically affect the volume of smoke you can produce in the opening seconds of your skid.

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GO THE DISTANCE – To finish first, first you must finish. Be aware of any minimum or maximum time limits that may apply and do your best to stay within them.

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GET THE CROWD INVOLVED – Most of the top skidders work hard on winning the crowd over. Acknowledge them during the skid, and once you get the tyres off, jump out of the car and celebrate with them. They’ll love you for it!

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PLAY BY THE RULES – Judging criteria varies from one event to the next, so if you’re out to win, take the time to familiarise yourself with the rules and criteria for each competition, and drive accordingly.