Bloody Chris Harris - more lunacy - To Rally or not to Rally

[smitstui]

His Video is amazing, ok he didnt get too far but if that doesnt make you want to have a shot then I don't know what will!

I would love to try it but I know too many rally mates and they more or less give up everything else in their lifes to compete, but I can totally understand why.

If you have the time and the money then I think you would be crazy not to do it. Personally, I dont think there is a better motorsport!


Keep us updated.

[j2 lot]

I did some rallying 20+ years ago and it is without doubt one of the greatest thrills there is, terrifying, expensive, addictive - do it if you can. I drove for a couple of years then switched to co-driving when the expense got too much.

Easiest to start with a single venue stage rallies then you don't need to think about service crew and back up vehicles.
Tarmac events are more familiar territory to drive & less damaging mechanically and let you get to grips with timing and logistics of it all. You also need a co-driver with a cast iron stomach and gonads to match. If/ when you progress to Forrest or loose surfaces the terror notches up as does the likely damage because of the surface,the surroundings and the likelihood of crashing. It is also a different skill and mindset to Tarmac surfaces.
There is little to match the thrill of thrashing down a Forrest track on the limit of control with trees feet from you on either side. If it scares you with the steering wheel in your hands it a million times more terrifying with a map and pace notes as your only control.
Even if you're crap at it there's little to beat it.

[ClarkyBoy]

im seriously considering getting my e30 to rally readyness and doing crail this year for a blast

[smee]

Clark, in the E30 you'd be difficult to beat on tarmac. DO IT!!!