RyanHuber
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I think the most important thing for a newbie to keep in mind is being smooth. Walk the course well ahead of the driver's meeting, preferrably with someone who knows what they're doing and what decent lines are. Watch and listen to what they're planning. Once you get out there, try not to overdrive the car. Keep it neat and tidy for your first few runs, and once you're comfortable with the whole thing, start being more aggressive. Remember, we lay out the course with safety in mind, and try to keep you away from anything that might do damage to your car. So, stay on course and you'll be fine. Don't cut corners until you're really confident in what the car will do, what's there, etc.
Oh, and if you want someone to ride along, I'm sure you'll find an experienced competitor willing to help out. Also, go for rides with competitors before your run, so that you get a feel for the layout at speed. Above all, make sure you're confident in knowing where the course goes. Nothing kills a decent time more than an off-course.
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