I love GPL. I've been playing it since it first came out years ago (albiet not much since I bought my S2 licence). It's definately better than LFS in some reguards... I mean who doesn't love tearing around some of Europes most notorious tracks in a sickeningly hard-to-control rail? It's more 'raw' than LFS for sure. On the other hand, the variety and multiplayer community LFS has definately gets a big thumbs-up. In short, it really depends what mood you're in...
I gave them a spin a few days ago, and I'm still unsure whether I'll use them or not. I appreciate the effort, but they're a bit cryptic in design at some spots... and until the devs fix the moon-launching barriers I have to be mindful of such things.
The official SimRS rulebook has been completed. Each competitor is urged to read it before entering and participating in any SimRS sanctioned event. Ignorance will not be an acceptable excuse for misconduct!
Sunday, December 17th
Fern Bay Rallycross (Reversed)
SimRS is proud to announce it's first ever rallycross event! Come take on the challenge of Fern Bay, Sunday, December 17th! Server: [SimRS] Sim Rally Sport
True, but that's part of 'real' rallying. Those with experience may know the stage, those without don't. In reality, LFS doesn't give me much stage variety, so after a couple of events any stage I use will likely become familiar.
Right now I'm avoiding layouts simply because I don't have much time to make them (I'm a full-time student, work five days a week and travel throughout the U.S. fairly often). Now as SimRS grows and I recruit more organizers, custom layouts may become more common.
As far as recce, it's something I'll be implimenting soon. I doubt I'll allow competitors to take a 'practice lap'. Instead, like you suggested, I'll do one myself so everyone can get a look at the course (and even make notes if they want).
Done! (Just kidding..)
Not a bad idea, I might consider that in the future.
Also, I forgot to mention that when you send in entries (and thanks to those who have!) try and give me an idea of which event you're running (Saturday or Sunday).