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re: Formula 1 2021 Season Thread
Posted on 10/17/21 at 4:07 pm to fightin tigers
Posted on 10/17/21 at 4:07 pm to fightin tigers
looks like we got a little controversy brewing With Aramco dumping all kinds of advertising $$$ in the sport and INEOS thworing $2 billion to partner with them, it's one hell of an optic
Real question is how does Lewis's new found anti-petrol/climate activist stance balance with this news... I think we know the answer
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Posted on 10/17/21 at 5:56 pm to TheArrogantCorndog
HBD Kimi. Hope you get plenty of “the drink” today.
Posted on 10/17/21 at 6:07 pm to TheArrogantCorndog
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Real question is how does Lewis's new found anti-petrol/climate activist stance balance with this news... I think we know the answer
Made it over a week during this break before we will devolve into a Lewis hate thread.
I can't wait until the Saudi race to see if any of the drivers have some sort of "protest" or message prerace.
Posted on 10/17/21 at 6:46 pm to Jor Jor The Dinosaur
Drunk Kimi is the best Kimi 
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HBD Kimi. Hope you get plenty of “the drink” today.
Posted on 10/17/21 at 6:51 pm to fightin tigers
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Made it over a week during this break before we will devolve into a Lewis hate thread.
I can't wait until the Saudi race to see if any of the drivers have some sort of "protest" or message prerace.
Cant really say I hate the guy.... but more to my point and to yours as well, the hypocrisy that surrounds this whole series is astounding to watch and makes for great conversation
Posted on 10/17/21 at 7:02 pm to TheArrogantCorndog
Without a doubt. The morals of the series have been bankrupt for years. Bernie would have told all the "We Care" shite to frick off though.
But that might be part of why the series struggled to gain an audience for years.
Surprised the Seb Autobahn statement didn't grab more traction either.
But that might be part of why the series struggled to gain an audience for years.
Surprised the Seb Autobahn statement didn't grab more traction either.
This post was edited on 10/17/21 at 7:03 pm
Posted on 10/18/21 at 12:00 pm to fightin tigers
Headed to Austin Thursday. Any advice for a first timer for the weekend? Will be out there every day.
Posted on 10/18/21 at 1:43 pm to UnluckyTiger
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Headed to Austin Thursday
Was going to go, but selling my tickets now.
Friends backed out and the whole first time and not knowing parking/shuttle/etc.. bs just doesn't make it worth it for me.
Will double my money by selling. Sucks, but it is what it is.
Posted on 10/18/21 at 2:50 pm to UnluckyTiger
Give yourself plenty of time. There is lots of entertainment things at the track, so getting their early isn't an issue.
Bring sunscreen. Lots of sunscreen.
You should be able to get on the front straight after the race. Covid stuff may change that.
You won't need earplugs for the race, but not sure on the NASCAR demo thing. Shouldn't last long so if you forget it isn't a big deal, but one of those things that I have seen people wear while there.
Prepare for traffic afterwards, so if you don't catch much it is a pleasant surprise.
I'm doing GA for Sat/Sun this year. My sort of plan is the infield for Saturday and then get there early Sunday and try to sit on Turn 1.
Bring sunscreen. Lots of sunscreen.
You should be able to get on the front straight after the race. Covid stuff may change that.
You won't need earplugs for the race, but not sure on the NASCAR demo thing. Shouldn't last long so if you forget it isn't a big deal, but one of those things that I have seen people wear while there.
Prepare for traffic afterwards, so if you don't catch much it is a pleasant surprise.
I'm doing GA for Sat/Sun this year. My sort of plan is the infield for Saturday and then get there early Sunday and try to sit on Turn 1.
This post was edited on 10/18/21 at 2:58 pm
Posted on 10/18/21 at 3:13 pm to fightin tigers
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Prepare for traffic afterwards, so if you don't catch much it is a pleasant surprise.
Thats one place I messed up. Should have bought a parking pass.
See the shuttle is $40 each way. So I'd end up paying $240 in shuttle costs alone for the weekend, not to mention all the other jazz.
So ends up likely being close 750 after everything for me to attend by myself.
Posted on 10/18/21 at 3:22 pm to Lsut81
I think we are nearing 3k for two of us and we tried to go cheap on the hotels and such. Last minute planning got expensive.
Usually hotel rooms downtown are around $350/night during the event. We did last minute, but couldn't find much under $1k for 2 nights where we usually stay.
What sucks is we passed on an opportunity for a free lake house because we couldn't commit until last minute. Oh well, maybe next year.
Hope uber isn't screwy for getting around Austin or else shite will get even more expensive.
Usually hotel rooms downtown are around $350/night during the event. We did last minute, but couldn't find much under $1k for 2 nights where we usually stay.
What sucks is we passed on an opportunity for a free lake house because we couldn't commit until last minute. Oh well, maybe next year.
Hope uber isn't screwy for getting around Austin or else shite will get even more expensive.
This post was edited on 10/18/21 at 3:23 pm
Posted on 10/18/21 at 3:24 pm to fightin tigers
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I think we are nearing 3k for two of us
Damn... Baller money.
I didn't spend that on Cubs world series tickets so doubt I would for F1
Posted on 10/18/21 at 3:25 pm to fightin tigers
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Hope uber isn't screwy for getting around Austin or else shite will get even more expensive.
Id imagine surge pricing for the weekend will be ridiculous.
Posted on 10/18/21 at 3:35 pm to Lsut81
My girl is a big F1 fan so she doesn't mind spending on these trips. One day I will splurge for the paddock passes and live like Obtuse1 for a day.
It is exciting how popular the event has become even if it has doubled in cost. Makes me nervous about Miami next year.
It is exciting how popular the event has become even if it has doubled in cost. Makes me nervous about Miami next year.
Posted on 10/18/21 at 3:36 pm to fightin tigers
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My girl is a big F1 fan so she doesn't mind spending on these trips
Does she have a sister?
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It is exciting how popular the event has become even if it has doubled in cost. Makes me nervous about Miami next year.
How many have you done? This would have been my first. Disappointed I wont get to go, but oh well. I'm doubling my money.
Posted on 10/18/21 at 3:46 pm to Lsut81
This is only the 3rd one. Had everything set for Canada in 2019 then covid happened.
There is a subreddit r/grandprixtravel that is small, but has good info for people traveling
There is a subreddit r/grandprixtravel that is small, but has good info for people traveling
Posted on 10/18/21 at 4:15 pm to fightin tigers
We booked a room back in April and got a room downtown for less than $200/night. A friend who is coming had his AirBnb cancel last week on him and he had to book a hotel north of town to find anything. All in with hotel for 4 nights(Thursday-Monday), 2 tickets in turn 12, and a parking pass(split cost with friends flying in) we're around $1800ish. We made a couple dinner reservations at some nice places so I'm figuring with all that we'll be around $2500 or so for the trip.
We aren't going Friday, we are going to do some stuff around Austin that day. Is it worth even trying to sell my Friday tickets & parking pass? Seems like that's the least popular day.
ETA: Don't tell my wife how much this trip is costing
We aren't going Friday, we are going to do some stuff around Austin that day. Is it worth even trying to sell my Friday tickets & parking pass? Seems like that's the least popular day.
ETA: Don't tell my wife how much this trip is costing
This post was edited on 10/18/21 at 4:17 pm
Posted on 10/18/21 at 6:55 pm to YOURADHERE
I have prior commitments to attend a 50th year anniversary LSU Rugby reunion this weekend in Baton Rouge, otherwise I’d be heading to Austin. I definitely plan on making it for next year. I haven’t attended a race before.
Intrigued by Miami 2022 event but surely that will be crazy expensive.
Intrigued by Miami 2022 event but surely that will be crazy expensive.
Posted on 10/18/21 at 8:26 pm to busbeepbeep
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Intrigued by Miami 2022 event but surely that will be crazy expensive.
Hoping maybe the larger city offers more lodging options that will keep the prices down some.
Posted on 10/19/21 at 8:29 am to fightin tigers
For the Saudi races...
Will be interesting if the championship is decided there.
Also looks like Yuki may have to miss this one.
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Strict Rules
Racing in the Middle East comes with several strict rules that the personnel of the Formula 1 teams and authorities involved have to follow. First of all, there is the dress code. Arms and legs have to be covered at all times
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The staff will therefore have to wear long trousers and shirts up to the elbows during the race weekend.
Moreover, transparent materials are not allowed. For women, the shoulders and legs above the knee may not be visible. Women are also advised to wear as little make-up as possible.
In addition to the applicable dress code, there are other rules that must be met. It is advised not to show affection in public or use profane language. These rules apply to everyone who travels to Saudi Arabia, not just F1 personnel.
Will be interesting if the championship is decided there.
Also looks like Yuki may have to miss this one.
This post was edited on 10/19/21 at 8:30 am
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