If you could be a professional athlete...

Razzy · 11-04-2010, 01:22 AM

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Originally Posted by MontegoblueE92

If you look at your link you'll see that his name is the one that doesn't have a star by it, as well as Alex Wurz. That means they were not driving 2006 cars, while everybody else was. Which means he had an advantage. And in 2006 the gripe from all the other teams against the teams which kept using limited V10s was that they had loads more torque, which gave them an advantage in stop and start tracks, like Monaco and Valencia. So it was not a level playing field and everything is skewed in Valentino's favor. I'm not saying he isn't extremely talented when it comes to motorsport, but Rossi's times are not valid in any way, shape, or form in sizing him up against F1 drivers.

valid point. heres more recent test: http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f1-news/2...h-f1-lap-time/

Turbo>NA · 11-04-2010, 02:47 AM

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Originally Posted by .:bHd:.

That was you? I accidentally deleted my inbox and didn't see who the PM was from lol what up

You goin Art Center or what.

.:bHd:. · 11-04-2010, 03:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Turbo>NA

You goin Art Center or what.

Nah CSUN for now. I was there on sunday tho. Friend needed help with some 3D stuff

MontegoblueE92 · 11-04-2010, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Razzy

valid point. heres more recent test: http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f1-news/2...h-f1-lap-time/

You have the same situation there though. He's running slick tires on a chassis that never used those, which provides a couple seconds. Then he was running in 'time attack' mode, so he would've been carrying maybe 4 or 5 laps worth of fuel, and probably down to 1 or 2 when he set the time. Raikkonen's time would've been on grooved tires and carrying a remaining 20 laps worth of fuel on the lap the top time was set. You're talking over 100 pounds of more weight on tires with much less grip.My point is that this is a publicity stunt at the end of the day, he's never going to put in times in qualifying/race conditions or anything like that. So his times should be taken with a grain of salt. They're competetive times for an amateur single seat driver, but not even close to the level they need to be at for an F1 driver.

BMWinNorthdakota · 11-04-2010, 11:29 AM

You guys sound like a buncha 12 year olds.

Don't you want to live long prosperous lives full of money, cars, travel, women, and or whatever else you interpret as enjoyable?

F1 Driver- Looks dandy... Driving race cars weeee yahhhh!! Okay sure, while it lasts. Most F1 drivers are lucky to be racing after 15 years. That's only if you don't die in a ball of fire prior to..
Moto GP- Are you kidding me? Lol, yeah.. I ride, I love riding, but to do it on a professional level? Id rather not risk my life everyday "At the office"
Baseball- Who the fuck wants to play baseball anyway. *yawn. Although, it is better than the above, given the career length.

Be a Pro golfer, buy your damn race car/crotch rocket and build a fucking track. While you're at it throw a baseball diamond next to it.

/thread.

Razzy · 11-04-2010, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by MontegoblueE92

You have the same situation there though. He's running slick tires on a chassis that never used those, which provides a couple seconds. Then he was running in 'time attack' mode, so he would've been carrying maybe 4 or 5 laps worth of fuel, and probably down to 1 or 2 when he set the time. Raikkonen's time would've been on grooved tires and carrying a remaining 20 laps worth of fuel on the lap the top time was set. You're talking over 100 pounds of more weight on tires with much less grip.My point is that this is a publicity stunt at the end of the day, he's never going to put in times in qualifying/race conditions or anything like that. So his times should be taken with a grain of salt. They're competetive times for an amateur single seat driver, but not even close to the level they need to be at for an F1 driver.

Your right. Although i think if Rossi did join im sure he would get a championship, not in rookie year but in couple years of racing im sure he has all the capabilities to win.

Ferrari still wants him and even offered him training after he broke his leg this year. Although Valentino was quoted as not wanting to go to F1 but is more interested in WRC.

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Originally Posted by BMWinNorthdakota

You guys sound like a buncha 12 year olds.

Don't you want to live long prosperous lives full of money, cars, travel, women, and or whatever else you interpret as enjoyable?

F1 Driver- Looks dandy... Driving race cars weeee yahhhh!! Okay sure, while it lasts. Most F1 drivers are lucky to be racing after 15 years. That's only if you don't die in a ball of fire prior to..
Moto GP- Are you kidding me? Lol, yeah.. I ride, I love riding, but to do it on a professional level? Id rather not risk my life everyday "At the office"
Baseball- Who the fuck wants to play baseball anyway. *yawn. Although, it is better than the above, given the career length.

Be a Pro golfer, buy your damn race car/crotch rocket and build a fucking track. While you're at it throw a baseball diamond next to it.

/thread.

Its about passion aswell and not just monetary value or women. Some cannot justify putting there lives at risk every time they get on a bike or get in a f1 car. People like shumacher and rossi can. It has to do with each persons risk allocation.

PS: what do u ride?

Turbo>NA · 11-04-2010, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by .:bHd:.

Nah CSUN for now. I was there on sunday tho. Friend needed help with some 3D stuff

Im going there now for school. Come and sign up again foo. Fuck CSUN gay armos

infinitekidM2C · 11-04-2010, 03:31 PM

BMWinNorthdakota · 11-04-2010, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Razzy

Your right. Although i think if Rossi did join im sure he would get a championship, not in rookie year but in couple years of racing im sure he has all the capabilities to win.

Ferrari still wants him and even offered him training after he broke his leg this year. Although Valentino was quoted as not wanting to go to F1 but is more interested in WRC.

Its about passion aswell and not just monetary value or women. Some cannot justify putting there lives at risk every time they get on a bike or get in a f1 car. People like shumacher and rossi can. It has to do with each persons risk allocation.

PS: what do u ride?

From my stand point, thats not a factor I guess.... As I dont have a true passion for any of the above... I'm looking at the big picture.

Just a little GSXR 600

c0nstant · 11-04-2010, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by .:bHd:.

Nah CSUN for now. I was there on sunday tho. Friend needed help with some 3D stuff

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Originally Posted by Turbo>NA

Im going there now for school. Come and sign up again foo. Fuck CSUN gay armos

you two go to csun? i had no idea

PLAYON · 11-04-2010, 09:21 PM

NFL strictly for my love for the sport and the NBA for the LIFESTYLE!

radix · 11-04-2010, 10:19 PM

I'd join the pro billiards tour.

c0nstant · 11-04-2010, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by PLAYON

NFL strictly for my love for the sport and the NBA for the LIFESTYLE!

PLAYON WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN AGAIN

Mr Tonka · 11-04-2010, 10:30 PM

You're all wrong. Haha.

NFL.... Don't care for the injury, but would be a blast for sure.

F1.... Don't care for the pressure, but again no other experience like it on the ground.

Baseball.... Can't in good conscience subject fellow humans to such a boring sport.

PGA pro... At first it makes sense, but then you realize what a fat ass you've become because you can't swing around your gut. Haha

Moto gp.... That's funny. May as well say super cross.

For me it would be tennis. Great money, great travel, excellent longevity, you stay fit, get to be out doors all the time; all the while being able to live a relatively private life.

That's my story and I'm sticking to it!!!

Turbo>NA · 11-04-2010, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by jh valley

you two go to csun? i had no idea

Oh nono, Im going ACCD. I was just saying I dont like csun lol

TK-421 · 11-04-2010, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by MP0WER

You're all wrong. Haha.

NFL.... Don't care for the injury, but would be a blast for sure.

F1.... Don't care for the pressure, but again no other experience like it on the ground.

Baseball.... Can't in good conscience subject fellow humans to such a boring sport.

PGA pro... At first it makes sense, but then you realize what a fat ass you've become because you can't swing around your gut. Haha

Moto gp.... That's funny. May as well say super cross.

For me it would be tennis. Great money, great travel, excellent longevity, you stay fit, get to be out doors all the time; all the while being able to live a relatively private life.

That's my story and I'm sticking to it!!!

Makes sense to me. By the way, I saw your car again in North Tampa. Almost got into another accident craning my neck to see that boot

.:bHd:. · 11-04-2010, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Turbo>NA

Oh nono, Im going ACCD. I was just saying I dont like csun lol

Lol i like paying 2500 a semester. i would hate to pay 15000. Altho it's a sick school. But yah I don't wanna start over. They wont transfer any of my classes.

btw

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BMWinNorthdakota Banned 254 Rep 1,106 Posts Drives: 2007 bmw 335i e90 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Fargo ND iTrader: (0)	You guys sound like a buncha 12 year olds. Don't you want to live long prosperous lives full of money, cars, travel, women, and or whatever else you interpret as enjoyable? F1 Driver- Looks dandy... Driving race cars weeee yahhhh!! Okay sure, while it lasts. Most F1 drivers are lucky to be racing after 15 years. That's only if you don't die in a ball of fire prior to.. Moto GP- Are you kidding me? Lol, yeah.. I ride, I love riding, but to do it on a professional level? Id rather not risk my life everyday "At the office" Baseball- Who the fuck wants to play baseball anyway. *yawn. Although, it is better than the above, given the career length. Be a Pro golfer, buy your damn race car/crotch rocket and build a fucking track. While you're at it throw a baseball diamond next to it. /thread.
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Mr Tonka is probably out riding. 6061 Rep 2,292 Posts Drives: Something Italian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Sweatypeninsula iTrader: (0)	You're all wrong. Haha. NFL.... Don't care for the injury, but would be a blast for sure. F1.... Don't care for the pressure, but again no other experience like it on the ground. Baseball.... Can't in good conscience subject fellow humans to such a boring sport. PGA pro... At first it makes sense, but then you realize what a fat ass you've become because you can't swing around your gut. Haha Moto gp.... That's funny. May as well say super cross. For me it would be tennis. Great money, great travel, excellent longevity, you stay fit, get to be out doors all the time; all the while being able to live a relatively private life. That's my story and I'm sticking to it!!! __________________ "There is no greater tyranny than that which is perpetrated under the shield of the law and in the name of justice. -Charles de Secondat"
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