From what I see, there's too much internal conflict in this forum. I'd like to clarify myself as a supporter, since I don't really have any drifting ambitions -- I first attended the 6/5/05 event just for some track time and some ''innocent'' fun which then engulfed me into this forum which I support.
But again, if we are to grow, I honestly believe we should stop mentioning what's bad and just work on it. It does nothing to say "nobody drifts", "they / we all suck", or even "too many noobs"; if thats the problem then I would suggest making an effort to fix it. If nobody drifts, then call up your friends and attend the next meet, or event. If a given amount of people suck, watch a few videos, share some knowledge, have a few practice runs. If there's to many noobs, take one for the team and befriend one; teach him a few things, and let him say "pwned" a few times. I wholeheartedly believe that actions speak louder than words, and that noone should whine or complain about something they're not willing to fix.
That being said, perhaps it is time for those who are ambitious to step up to bat -- of course though, it has to be within reason. I'm sure there are some who have compromises and priorities to worry about, and others who are a bit more casual about the sport.
And as far as dressing up the cars, I think thats up to the driver himself. You can enchance your car's look while keeping it functional; unlike the alleged ricers who sport often shoddy-quality bodywork, often without any horsepower to even render the aftermarket body parts aerodynamic. I feel the same way towards wings and spoilers as well. Personally, I've never been crazy about graphics, because personally, I don't like to attract too much attention, or feel like I'm gloating. That's just how I see it though. Of course, though, for sponsorships and public affairs, graphics and decals can make being noticed far easier than if you perhaps do not. Thats how I feel about this topic, and I hope I contributed a worthwhile post. I felt a bit awkward since I think I'm in such a liberal positon in this forum.
But again, if we are to grow, I honestly believe we should stop mentioning what's bad and just work on it. It does nothing to say "nobody drifts", "they / we all suck", or even "too many noobs"; if thats the problem then I would suggest making an effort to fix it. If nobody drifts, then call up your friends and attend the next meet, or event. If a given amount of people suck, watch a few videos, share some knowledge, have a few practice runs. If there's to many noobs, take one for the team and befriend one; teach him a few things, and let him say "pwned" a few times. I wholeheartedly believe that actions speak louder than words, and that noone should whine or complain about something they're not willing to fix.
That being said, perhaps it is time for those who are ambitious to step up to bat -- of course though, it has to be within reason. I'm sure there are some who have compromises and priorities to worry about, and others who are a bit more casual about the sport.
And as far as dressing up the cars, I think thats up to the driver himself. You can enchance your car's look while keeping it functional; unlike the alleged ricers who sport often shoddy-quality bodywork, often without any horsepower to even render the aftermarket body parts aerodynamic. I feel the same way towards wings and spoilers as well. Personally, I've never been crazy about graphics, because personally, I don't like to attract too much attention, or feel like I'm gloating. That's just how I see it though. Of course, though, for sponsorships and public affairs, graphics and decals can make being noticed far easier than if you perhaps do not. Thats how I feel about this topic, and I hope I contributed a worthwhile post. I felt a bit awkward since I think I'm in such a liberal positon in this forum.
