Last night's racing

Gnomie · October 03, 2008, 01:00:08 PM

Quote from: OldBloke;246409Good time to start racing the long 'un with us, Gnomie. We've just started Quarter 4 on the race schedule and you're already on the podium

Woot! :laugh: I fear it won't last long, though, but I'll try my best to defend it.

Toddshooter · October 03, 2008, 08:21:44 PM

Hey Gnomie

How is the Track IR working?
I have been procrastinating about getting it set up and I know you have tried it...so how is it in game?

Thanks Todd

Doorman · October 03, 2008, 09:47:35 PM

Quote from: Toddshooter;246473Hey Gnomie

How is the Track IR working?
I have been procrastinating about getting it set up and I know you have tried it...so how is it in game?

Thanks Todd

I know I'm not Gnomie but TIR is, for me anyway, indispensable. A fairly steep, but short, learning curve. Once you're used to it driving without it is like having your head in a clamp.
:2cents:

Gnomie · October 03, 2008, 10:50:32 PM

Quote from: Toddshooter;246473Hey Gnomie

How is the Track IR working?
I have been procrastinating about getting it set up and I know you have tried it...so how is it in game?

Thanks Todd

Hi!

In fact I'm using the free version called FreeTrack. Basically it just uses a normal webcam and a LED cap (for instance one of these) for the tracking. Having not tried the "real deal" (TrackIR) I don't have anything to compare it to, but to be honest I can't really see how anything can be significantly better than this.. it's working flawlessly, 'nuff said.

So if you're curious about headtracking in general but reluctant to go ahead and spend all that Â£Â£ for TrackIR I'd definitely recommend you to try out FreeTrack!

The next version, which should be close, will feature support for using the Wiimote instead of a webcam for tracking. This will provide 120 FPS tracking! (Not that I see much use of that, really -- 30 fps seems to be doing the job just nicely)

Sadly my PC has a single-core CPU so I can't record a video using FRAPS to show you how it works, but here are some pictures:

All in all I wholeheartedly recommend it. It just gives you so much more information, and adds a ton to the immersion! Sure it takes a little while to get used to, but once you do it's an indispensable tool. And it's free, too.

Gnomie · October 05, 2008, 10:25:19 PM

How was the team race tonight?

Doorman · October 05, 2008, 10:30:02 PM

Excellent as usual. We missed you.

Toddshooter · October 06, 2008, 09:05:18 PM

Quote from: Gnomie;246483Hi!

In fact I'm using the free version called FreeTrack. Basically it just uses a normal webcam and a LED cap (for instance one of these) for the tracking. Having not tried the "real deal" (TrackIR) I don't have anything to compare it to, but to be honest I can't really see how anything can be significantly better than this.. it's working flawlessly, 'nuff said. So if you're curious about headtracking in general but reluctant to go ahead and spend all that Â£Â£ for TrackIR I'd definitely recommend you to try out FreeTrack!

The next version, which should be close, will feature support for using the Wiimote instead of a webcam for tracking. This will provide 120 FPS tracking! (Not that I see much use of that, really -- 30 fps seems to be doing the job just nicely)

Sadly my PC has a single-core CPU so I can't record a video using FRAPS to show you how it works, but here are some pictures:

All in all I wholeheartedly recommend it. It just gives you so much more information, and adds a ton to the immersion! Sure it takes a little while to get used to, but once you do it's an indispensable tool. And it's free, too.

Thanks M8:D
Now I just need to get my lazy ass in gear and put it together:g:

Gnomie · October 06, 2008, 09:51:33 PM

Quote from: Toddshooter;246691Thanks M8:D
Now I just need to get my lazy ass in gear and put it together:g:

Things just got better. The new version of FreeTrack (which supports the Wiimote) is due to be released within hours!! Check this thread out for more details.

Wiimotes are expensive here though.

I'll keep a close eye on Ebay in the following days!

The only bad thing about using headtracking IMO is that I sometimes get tempted to look sideways for too long in order to keep an eye on the cars around me that I don't pay enough attention to where my own car is going.

(happened tonight on one instance) But that's just something I'll get used to, I expect.

EDIT: Oooh I'm a chocolate balloon!! :yahoo:

Seany · October 14, 2008, 12:18:44 AM

I felt my driving was'nt up to standard tonight and caused a few accidents without apologizing, let my frustration get the better of me, so I just wanted to say sorry to anyone I punted off. :/ I think I would have been better spitting the dummy and leaving a few races earlier :doh:

Jamin · October 14, 2008, 05:56:57 PM

I didn't notice anything, but then again I was too busy punting people off myself.

Lameduck · October 14, 2008, 06:31:53 PM

Dont worry, we are all in the same boat (- a very edgy capsizable boat) and apologies are not expected under the circumstances. The OLD person however (no names, no pack drill) who suggested this track shold be _____________(fill in suitable punishment).

Jamin · October 14, 2008, 06:43:33 PM

I'm quite like it.

Doorman · October 14, 2008, 06:51:56 PM

There's some folks what can drive round buildings and other folks what want to drive through buildings. :doh:

BigFatCat · October 15, 2008, 08:29:13 AM

Driving through isn't good, unless there's a serving window and a big bag o'burgers at the end.

Zootoxin · October 15, 2008, 08:53:18 AM

I really like this combo - I like having to cruise through the winding parts and then flooring it over the last sections.
I was only about 8 secs off the pace last night which is good for me.

I will practice more tonight then make a decision on the 1hr race I might be able to pick myself through the carnage and get a good finish