You could practice on a self-made server, just type /help to get a list of commands. They're also documented in your Live for Speed directory in LFS/docs/commands.txt
You'll need to read the current (and any future) championship regulations, be able to run a server (know how to change the track, available cars, set a server password, etc), and be able to keep an eye out for rule infractions during the heats. Also, if I wouldn't be able to make it to an event (which is why I want to have a team of marshals in the first place) you'd need to save replays for me in case a competitor needs something reviewed.
I should probably document this stuff somewhere...
(hopefully I can get the website finished this weekend!)Entries are filling up nicely: http://www.lfsforum.net/showthread.php?t=32556
...and we could still use some experienced European marshals!
...and we could still use some experienced European marshals!
Psh, where's the fun in that? If that's what it takes to win... I'll enjoy losing (even though I've won quite a few B&J races going flat-out).
Individuals can choose what cars they want to drive (from the available choices depending on the heat) -- they can also choose to let a reserve driver replace them if they feel they're not good at a specific combo (or for any other reason). Drivers aren't required to drive in every heat. Most of the 'team' interaction should happen before events -- practicing, sharing setups, etc. I hope that answers your question.
Quoted for posterity...
Brilliant.
Hmm, maybe I should be a little clearer. By nationality I'm referring to the country you currently reside in, and by region I'm referring to what 'part' of that country you're in (Cornwall, in your example). I hadn't considered expatriates.
Not of me, just some I snagged from SimRS events. 
The PDF document.
Correct. The idea is for people to look around and form/work with a team. That's why I'm limiting the series to eight teams of three (plus reserves), because I realize that the Live for Speed community isn't large enough to supply a variety of massive teams.
Good point. If I, or other event marshals, noticing that happening the driver will likely receive a penalty (I'll amend that part, making a note of it).
Agreed, I was holding off until I get the registration website up.
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The General Provisions have been updated!
Updated information:
I plan on having a basic registration page up by Sunday.
IF ANYONE IS WILLING TO HELP TRANSLATE THIS DOCUMENT INTO ANOTHER LANGUAGE, YOU HAVE PERMISSION TO DO SO. Please submit any translated documents to [email protected] so I can upload them to the website.
SimRS is still looking for marshals outside of North America. If you have experience as a marshal and can help, please let me know!
Updated information:
Registration Deadline Announced
Event Scheduling
Team Structures
Event Structures
Registration Information
I plan on having a basic registration page up by Sunday.
IF ANYONE IS WILLING TO HELP TRANSLATE THIS DOCUMENT INTO ANOTHER LANGUAGE, YOU HAVE PERMISSION TO DO SO. Please submit any translated documents to [email protected] so I can upload them to the website.
SimRS is still looking for marshals outside of North America. If you have experience as a marshal and can help, please let me know!
Well, there are really only three I can use... and three heats per event... do the math.
I excluded the FZ5 for convenience reasons really (not that I don't like the car). I wanted to keep it simple and stick to car/course combinations that most people are familiar with.
I've thought about this, knowing that a lot of LFS players are from the UK. When you register, let me know what part of the UK you're from and I may end up splitting you that way (Wales, Scotland, N Ireland, etc.)
Great! Keep in touch, and keep up with any future rule changes. Like I mentioned before, I'll let marshals know about event dates/times as soon as I know them myself.
This will be different from the championship we did over the summer. The World Series will be a pure rallycross championship (as opposed to the stage rally championship we just wrapped up). Regardless, you're more than welcome! You can register early by emailing me at [email protected] with the necessary information.
The event(s) schedule won't be finalized for quite some time. I'll be announcing a registration deadline soon (probably somewhere near Dec. 1st) and events will be scheduled afterwards. Since this is an international championship, I'll need to be mindful of who has registered before I can set times.
Good question. Marshals would either be assisting me in the execution of an event, or you could possibly be running an event yourself. In an assistance role, you'd be keeping an eye on the action for rule infractions such as intentional punts, course cutting, etc. If I wouldn't be able to make it to a scheduled event (which is why I'd like to assemble a solid team of marshals) you'd be running the show, making sure to save replays in case I need to review an incident.
SimRS needs YOU! (Announcing the 2007-2008 Rallycross World Series)
Announcements:
2007-2008 (Inaugural) Rallycross World Series!
SimRS needs volunteers!
SimRS needs your input!
INTRODUCTION
The goal of the 2007 SimRS Rallycross World Series is to create a competitive, team-oriented, international rallycross championship. The World Series will encourage individuals to form teams based on nationality that will battle against similar teams in a multi-round, ladder-based championship. Each event will feature two nations, three heats, and three different car/course combinations. Teams will earn points based on each member's individual performance, and the team that collects the most points will move on to the next round. Registration is REQUIRED to participate in the World Series championship, and teams will be organized on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each team will be allowed to register reserve drivers who may act as replacements before or during an event. Registration information can be found below. The 2007-2007 World Series will begin in mid-to-late December, and will only take a couple of weeks to complete. Specific event scheduling will be handled once the competitor registration deadline has been reached.
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Sunday, December 2nd 2007
Registration is necessary to participate in the 2007-2008 Rallycross World Series. The championship will be limited to eight teams unless there is significant interest in expanding to sixteen teams. The following information must be given in order for your request to be accepted:
Live for Speed Username
Email Address
GMT Offset (Time Zone)
Real Name
Nationality
Subregion (if applicable)
Please do not submit any registration unless you feel that you'll be able to commit to the entire championship or have another driver who could replace you. Competitors who register as reserve drivers will be placed on the active drivers list until the minimum amount of drivers has been reached (read more below about driver minimums). Registration will be handled on a first-come, first-serve basis, thus early registration is suggested. SimRS will not accept any registration application in lieu of another individual.
COMPETITORS CAN REGISTER BY EMAILING [email protected] WITH THE NECESSARY INFORMATION, OR BY VISITING http://www.simrs.com/worldseries AND USING THE ENTRY FORM AVAILABLE THERE. (The website is still under construction, and the basic version will likely be uploaded next weekend.)
(FULL TEXT CAN BE VIEWED HERE - PDF FILE)
SimRS needs volunteers!
SimRS has high hopes for its inaugural rallycross championship, and can't do it alone! If you think you can contribute in any way, please contact me! You can either message me here on the forums, or email me at [email protected]SimRS needs your input!
We're looking for:Event Marshals
Video Producers
Championship Prize Offers
... and anyone who thinks they have something to offer!
Please, I would really appreciate people taking the time to look over the tenative general provisions (HERE) and note any absences, problems, corrections, etc. that you think should be made. I want the entire Live for Speed community to help me make this championship a success, and I can't do that by myself! Anyone interested in participating in the championship needs to read the entire PDF document, as it goes into greater detail about the championship than this post does.Thanks in advance! This is just the initial announcement, more information will follow as it's dealt with. Mods, I'd really appreciate it if this thread remained in the General section, as I'm trying to get information and feedback from the entire Live for Speed community.
I want to know such things as:How many drivers should a 'full' team have?
Should I limit the number of reserve drivers?
Should reserve drivers be allowed to swap mid-event?
Any problems with the current car/course combinations?
Which would work better for you, weekdays or weekends?
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Don't take Live for Speed so seriously, it's a game (I wish more people would consider this).
There are virtually no S1 servers, that's true because virtually everyone is running S2. On S2 you'll see dozens (sometimes over a hundred) of servers to choose from, each with their own flavor. The CTRA servers usually offer some very 'serious' racing, so emotions often run high there. The quality of driving is iffy at times because it's all amateur racing on Race 1 (which I assume you were on).
My advice? Find someone you can cleanly race with and stick with him/her. Don't worry about your overall position unless you're prepared to deal with many different drivers.
There are virtually no S1 servers, that's true because virtually everyone is running S2. On S2 you'll see dozens (sometimes over a hundred) of servers to choose from, each with their own flavor. The CTRA servers usually offer some very 'serious' racing, so emotions often run high there. The quality of driving is iffy at times because it's all amateur racing on Race 1 (which I assume you were on).
My advice? Find someone you can cleanly race with and stick with him/her. Don't worry about your overall position unless you're prepared to deal with many different drivers.
I like it and would likely buy one eventually.
I wonder what the XRR would look like with Corvette C5R-style headlights... hmm (probably pretty ugly).
Well, your latency (lag) is dependant upon many things, many (most) of which have nothing to do with Live for Speed. It would be difficult for any of us to diagnose what your problem is...
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