03-29-2006, 11:44 AM
Brakes are a must IMO for three reasons.
1. Max speed on straights requires braking prior to next turn.
2. Tight turns with MT class trucks sometimes require a trail brake style to turn faster/tighter.
3. Braking in the air for attitude correction for landing.
Proper braking is critical, especially for situation #1, where too much brakes can cause a spinout.
I guess the only other thing I would add, is that the track isn't as "groomed" as it looks in pictures.
1. Max speed on straights requires braking prior to next turn.
2. Tight turns with MT class trucks sometimes require a trail brake style to turn faster/tighter.
3. Braking in the air for attitude correction for landing.
Proper braking is critical, especially for situation #1, where too much brakes can cause a spinout.
I guess the only other thing I would add, is that the track isn't as "groomed" as it looks in pictures.