iRacing | HOW TO GET OUT OF ROOKIE CLASS FAST!

[@benszoko]

I have 20 years sim racing experience and 10 years in iRacing and I have to say this video is the perfect advice for new simracers and iracers. Copy Dave's mentality into all your online races and you will do well. This video is so perfect it looked scripted because each car did exactly what was expected of them. Judge the behavior of the other drivers, expect the worst, remember the names of the dangerous guys and the good clean guys. the racing only gets better from there.

[@davecamyt]

Thankyou Ben

[@RubberStig]

@@Aquivoy My first experience with a Sim was Indianapolis 500 in 1991, ironically by Papyrus, who have evolved into iRacing.

[@quadg5296]

@@RubberStigahh indy 500.. I loved that game. first game I remember with bits flying off the car when you crashed. so the crashes were glorious.

[@mrcontroversy222]

@@CXMUGA ya!

[@gwenndolynnmecklenburg6457]

Well said :-)

[@MarkNarrations]

Getting a wheel tomorrow and picking up iRacing. Love this guy, feels like a driving instructor. Thanks man :)

[@turektomasz]

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[@MarkNarrations]

@@turektomasz Doh already subbed, all good though. Really loving it so far :) Thanks for the heads up though Tom!

[@HQ519]

@@turektomasz I know this is a year later, but I've been contemplating dropping the hammer and signing up, and your promo worked for me today and now I can try it out and see how I like it at a fraction of the cost. Thanks Tom.

[@colonelclank2422]

Did what you said and I won my first iRace ever. The leaders wrecked and I tried to give tonnes of space and wound up in the lead on lap one, then just drove in clean air to victory!

[@russnelson9661]

I first watched this video about nine months ago when I was first thinking about getting into iracing. Now that I'm in my third season, I REALLY understand what all you're talking about. Confidence and the correct mind-set are key to driving well in my opinion. I would encourage all Rookies to come back here and rewatch this after several months of racing. Practice with a purpose.

[@mattfarrar5472]

The biggest issue with rookie class is guys like the yellow car....

[@kcs4212]

You got me out of rooky within 3 hours. Beers on me!

[@oldaccount7192]

Only takes 5 or 6 clean races

[@drazenbudis7881]

Old account Even less

[@rosvokomppania]

@@drazenbudis7881It seems new accounts also,' just got out with 3 races

[@hellobooom]

@@rosvokomppania same, out quick with 4 races, good to have won them all too!

[@TheOzzy438]

Yeah, got out within 4 races.

[@astronite1220]

watched this and changed my perspective . got out of rookies in my first week thanks to this video . rookies is a mind set we all fall back into every once and a while . races are an endurance not a sprint to the first corner

[@CoachJody]

You race how I race in real life. Keep it clean, be patient, let them make mistakes.

[@richlavigne1505]

I stsrted iRacing this week and had my first race today... 11th to 5th following your strategies. That finish with a pair of solid TT finishes had me out of rookie class in 3 hours. Love your videos Dave... keep‘em coming.

[@chupposity]

Dave was very consistent lap after lap. Even if you don't have the best lines, knowing your marks and actions and being repeatable is very helpful.

[@ImCookiiez]

This is just Racing Intelligence explained. I wish everyone would take a fair and calculated approach like that.

[@PandaGamerzNL]

I'm going to send this video to a friend of mine who is struggling to get through the ranks. Really great explanation, thanks!

[@pauls5745]

retitle: How to guarantee a p4 from the back of the pack :-) great advice,, will serve you in any class in online racing.

[@vortersle]

Thanks. ...I have been too afraid to even sign up for a race. I have HOURS of practice. You put it in perspective. Time to take the plunge.

[@davecamyt]

Do it. Just test out as a practice session with other cars. You'll be fine I promise 😁

[@vortersle]

@@davecamyt, much thanks for the videos and advice associated with them. I've watched this particular one more than a few times and once before beginning the "Career" yesterday afternoon; two races, one this morning at O'Dark Thirty....I am out of Rookie Class. Again, my thanks for the sound advice.

[@JeremyLeech]

I went the oval route, but this is basically what I did. I didn't qualify at first, but its always a good thing to do so. I just took my time, and let people pass me. Gave me confidence driving as well.

[@BASHERSKINZ]

Great video and perfect demonstration for exactly what you are talking about, I wish I had watched more videos like this when I started Iracing, as someone who only raced AI i I was unprepared for online racing, half the races I got wrecked out by crazy drivers like in the video, only recently I have decided to take the approach in the video :)

[@aabe4327]

When I was going out of Rookies, my tactic was always to start from the pits, catch up to the rest then keep a safe distance so I wouldn't get caught up in their crashes. About half way through you'll be in the top 5. Then the tactic turns to going a little bit closer to stress the guy in front to make a mistake, but avoid getting caught up in his crash. Look for where they struggle, then put pressure on them aproaching that point. Not even once did I attempt a propper overtake. Won several races doing this. But it all feels like cheating. Not a fun way to race.

[@Khosumi]

I wouldn't say cheating. You're definitely just taking advantage of people's egos and their emotions "I'm not going to let that guy through, I want to keep this position, I'll do anything to keep it that way" and just ends up doing a horrible mistake thinking it would work, or they just straight up do something either their car can't handle or they themselves as a driver still don't understand.

[@camf7522]

Worked for me, also got me to C class quickly too. I found letting faster drivers through and telling them which side to pass me and when helped too. I also let slower drivers know when and which side I was about to pass on too.

[@T0BBi94]

This is good advice. For me coming from racing only "arcade" racing games on Xbox I was highly inconsistent so I also had to work on that. In games like Forza you only do 3-5 laps and then move onto another circuit in a different car. It really helped my consistency to do lots of practice in a single car and making sure that I was good enough to take part in a race.

[@seanwalters1977]

Took me too long to realize you had a camera on your feet. Nice double foot!

[@kamojet]

Didn't even know you did videos til I saw you on TV in an iRace of some kind. And I didn't know this was your vid, just clicked on it randomly and was like "hey I know this guy!" So watched it, enjoyed it. Your commentary throughout the race was very good. Well done.

[@jamieroberts3682]

Great video. No fluff just straight talking to the point. Subscribed

[@Crbn46]

i was watching this so seriously, caught up in the racing, looking at your moves to see how i can best control my car in game myself and then you just said "this guy could be a *different kettle of fish* entirely" and i just lost it lol, never heard that phrase before good video though mate, fun to watch definitely

[@ZisisKoukoumakis]

Well, it kinda sounds to me like "drive like a real racing driver" :D

[@pnewhook]

What Dave doesn't mention is being fast enough to stay behind others waiting for mistakes takes a tonne of practice. I watched this before subscribing to iRacing and assumed all I had to do was cruise around. I was 20 seconds down by lap 2. Still, great mentality to advancing through the licenses.

[@bean3243]

I literally just got this sim three days ago and I am already out of the rookie class because I just let them all take each other out on lap 1 or fight for position and I cruise into top 5 at the end.

[@davecamyt]

That's the best way 😁

[@Wisey_83]

Lol I've been trying to do this and have been targeted 3 times by idiots! Covid-19 factor in calling it lol.

Kazuki looked a if he was playing using a NES control pad.

[@enterthebiscuit]

I'm just getting into PC car racing as of Jan 2021, after having not really done any racing games since Gran Turismo 3 on the PS2, which I absolutely loved. I've never used a steering wheel nor pedals, but I do drive in real life and I ride a motorbike. So I decided to skip messing around and go straight for the Fanatec CSL Elite +PS4 bundle with the LC pedals. All thanks to a chance encounter with Forza Horizon 4. I'm sure I'll be checking out iRacing et al in no time :-) Can't wait! Just need to figure out how to set up a sofa-seating position, as I don't have room for a full cockpit, not even a folding one. Either that or the sofa will be ejected from the house haha.

[@tat2thadevil76]

I was racing in between 2011-14 was up in B Class, now I'm hot to getting back in! Unfortunately sold everything back then. :D

[@angryginger791]

Do it! It just keeps getting better and better. If you haven't tried racing in VR, do yourself a favor. It's so immersive it makes for some really incredible experiences.

[@shaneWARs1]

One thing I wish I new about was fast repair

[@Execue]

I got out of rookie class in 3 races, neat!

[@MrSpeedracer87]

Best thing to do to get out of rookies is become fast and lead every lap, clean track ahead, clean finish 😉 I don't recommend sticking behind people but trying to win races. Plus it will hurt your top 5 stats or wins. That's what worked for me 8 years ago. Earned my A license in 3 weeks using this technique

[@davecamyt]

That's all well and good if you're the fastest guy on track. If not you're in trouble 😁

[@bobbaker1253]

Dave, since you recommended skipping qualifying, I’ve noticed several others are doing the same thing, thus still placing me in the middle of the pack.

[@evklinken]

Starting from the pits is even safer

[@teimo.]

unfortunately I don't have money for iRacing but this helped me much! Thank you!

[@jeffjamroz]

Thats exactly how I just did my first race. Qualified 9th. Finished 7th. 0 incidents. Gained .20 safty

[@American_2]

This man is a hardcore gamer

[@TheGavranatar]

that was brilliant. do more of these commentary videos, great racing!

[@soerensorglos8695]

Nice... Thanks for that hint. I am always try to get the best position. But not anymore :-)

[@marceloguerrerojorge5222]

Thanks Dave...im new in Iracing and is always good have some help. Appreciate that

[@MrMikey1703]

G'Day and thanks for this. A mate has got me interested in iRacing and this is invaluable advice. Can't wait to get his old G29 so I can start. New Sub!

[@starkalarm]

Hi DAVE love your videos. I’ve finally made the decision to join IRacing mainly due to your videos and also Matt Malone’s. Thx again for great videos.

[@davecamyt]

Hey nice one. Hopefully see you on track 😁

[@skilewis3949]

It would've been good to mention when a car ahead starts to crash, it's likely they won't be there by the time you get there. Also an out of control car is likely to go to the outside of a turn.

[@seanscott9312]

Good man got out of the rookies in a few hours.thanks man.

[@964tractorboy]

A very useful walkthrough a rookie race, thanks. Sage advice as always.

[@MrJarl66]

Sound advice, I tried of course to gain as many spots as possible...will just hang back and enjoy the view from now :)

[@Delimon007]

One thing that I've understood in rookie class is that it's not about racing but just getting your driver rating up. Most of them can't race anyway so just focus on not hitting them and finishing your races.

[@DrewHiRacingNASCARWinPOVs]

Delimon007 yea I was almost there then some dude cheated and my safety rating went down to 2.32

[@DEViLDUB07]

Hell yeah man. Well done on this while talking us through it the whole time!! Well done!!

[@boomerdiorama]

Excellent racing psychology at any level really--comparatively speaking.

[@LordandGodofYouTube]

This video was brilliant, solid advice, shame that every time I got into practice, qualifying or a race session I just went for it despite the voice in my head saying "slow down, just get to the finish," but it did teach me to let the fastest guys through, then usually one or two of them crash towards the end, this happened often and allowed me to get a couple of podiums when I didn't have the raw pace for it. I managed to get out of rookie class in a day, thanks for your advice, it really helped a lot!

[@davecamyt]

You're welcome Glenn. Pleased it helped 👍

[@celsoneto9596]

Got out in 1 day and started last in each... Same about D and I'm 2 races away from B in a couple of weeks

[@beating2]

That's the same way I did an oval to get out of D class. Surprisingly starting last and even giving space you can finish in top 6......

[@sparey4431]

Every time I watch your vids it’s like a breath of fresh air. It’s nice to hear someone like me haha. Where are you from? Class content as well, mate!

[@davecamyt]

North Cumbria originally 👍

[@Johnnosmitho]

I-racing looks awesome, i think im wasting my time with gran tourismo. Ty for vid Dave.

[@benwestlake3425]

Don't rush out of rookies is my advice. Best place to learn, nothing more embarassing than the folk with higher licenses who are miles off the pace. Don't be daft, if youre quick, you'll be up the front and you'll be out of trouble

[@Stashball]

Love your videos! I'm getting into sim racing and your channel helps out a lot!

[@davecamyt]

Hey nice one. Pleased I could help 😁

[@EMU1]

Great points. I will definitely use the tips when I start rookies!

[@SCVIndy]

Thanks for strategy recommendations .. new to Sim racing / iRacing .. thanks

[@richardwoodworth8357]

Great video Dave. Really informative and instructional

[@DSKim-ej5uf]

love so much this video. like the video is the best. As we develop day by day, Always follow your luck I sincerely hope that your channel will be very big.

[@diofujiwara]

this video is a godsend,about to sub thankx for the good advice hopefully.i can get out of rookies!

[@davecamyt]

Hey bud. Good luck. 😁

[@nicofromtheweb4891]

fresh and clean driving

[@carolinecox3639]

IRACING: GET OUT OF ROOKIE CLASS!! Me: i have to do 22 laps!

[@angus1682]

Good video, I race myself and am interested in getting I racing myself. Thanks for the tips I subbed.

[@bradconway7200]

Great video all rookies should watch this. The standard of the racing here is poor by most and shows how far rookies have to go and why they should take it steadier

[@davecamyt]

Thanks Brad

[@revolutionrip-off2759]

Just got my C lisence last night! Now I can do IMSA!

[@davecamyt]

Awesome. You'll love it 😁

[@revolutionrip-off2759]

@@davecamyt yes, I love IMSA. It's one of the reasons I joined iracing!

[@philosofiza]

30 kph slower at apex when you claimed you grabbed second for extra rotation. Caused the wreck behind 100%. Other than that excellent advice for that level

[@ChristosBassCovers]

Thanks bro. Great demo and Great Coaching...

[@jaredkinneyjr]

I love these beginner videos. Only thing I dont like is all the custom info/time boxes. I prefer standard iRacing stuff but great otherwise 👍

[@davecamyt]

I've just done an updated one with all you could wish for. It's on the iracing KZbin channel 😁

[@Mike__O_757]

I've been dabbling in this in the oval side of the world. I tend to qualify in the top half of the field, and despite my best attempts to play it safe I always seem to get caught up in some foolishness in the first couple laps. After watching this video I'm thinking I might intentionally tank Q just to hang back and capitalize on attrition.

[@mrb552]

Works every time. Took 3rd last night after starting 22nd. Avoid the wrecks early and be more competitive later in the race when only the good drivers remain and are in contention. Much better racing at that point anyway. My SR is currently 4.8 in A class.

[@mikemorgan8895]

Great video, where do you get your setups? And what kit are you using?

[@farmboyfanGaming]

Sorry for being out of topic, but what are your graphics settings here? Yours looks like not all settings are ultra and i love it. No fancy reflections. Do you have them turned off for opponent cars or toned down?

[@mtgplayer1239]

thanks for your video dave. I made it out of rookies in 2 races, even with decent results (p6 and p4) i got +0,29 and +0.79 SR and the instant promotion to Class D :) but now, i dont know how to proceed further. Mazda? Skippy? Bmw 12.0?

[@GothiicAngels]

I just got out of Rookie class. My question, if I have a bad race and lose iracing points, can I be relegated back to rookie class?

[@davecamyt]

Nope, when you make it to D you can't go back 👍

[@GothiicAngels]

@@davecamyt Thank you. Such a relief. Its not that I am a bad, driver, but I had one race in Rookie class and I just got smashed around the track. Needless to say, I lost 1 or two iracing points.

[@emielkoopmans63]

Very nice video!! But how do you downshift without using the clutch?

[@KinduciGaming]

good advice and nice video Dave

[@oreo3481]

How did you get that fancy overlay for the positions and stuff. Is it just a stream over lay or like a mod or something? Great Video btw

[@BoosiveFPV]

Good video however. It all depends on the ability of the rookie. Have they come from racing on other sims etc. Obviously for you Dave being very experienced and then going back to rookie to demonstrate how to do it. Makes it look super easy. Like shooting fish in a barrel for you as you are much better level then those you were racing against. From a rookies perspective though. If they don't know the track properly or understand race lines, breaking points and apex's yet. They will likely start last and finish last doing this. So I guess what Im saying to the rookies is; be in control of your motor, understand racing and know the course first and foremost. For this technique to work. Dave has all of those attributes and is a great driver.

[@davecamyt]

My Mrs did it with this same advice. Never sim racer in her life 😁

[@BoosiveFPV]

@@davecamyt Thats what she's been telling you👀. Getting secret sessions in when you're out etc 😂

[@davecamyt]

As long as its only in sim racing 😂

[@UnitedFan3001]

Do you have to use a clutch? I have mine set up as a 2 pedal set, I do have the clutch but don't have it mounted

[@keirnofear1692]

After the race do you have to enter pits for your rookie points to add up? I normally just exit.

[@0r4ng3p33l]

I hate that wall on turn 3 and when I first started racing the understeer on those Mazdas were horrendous

[@justindelbeau6854]

you make this look so simple, wow!

[@davecamyt]

Haha, thanks man. I'm not sure about that though :)

[@justindelbeau6854]

@@davecamyt I know you humble but lets keep it 100, you like Alien status, great driving and commentating...

[@davecamyt]

@@justindelbeau6854 you're very kind. Thank you Sir

[@ncokicsi]

3 years later, followed the advice and I got D license in 2 races.

[@lastmansleeping5433]

That’s not a bad strategy to simply “hang back and avoid incidents”. But there are a few potential issues: 1) you are able to do this because you are far quicker and more experienced than the others in this race. People trying to get outlet of rookie aren’t. 2) There were a minimum of 5 times here where those less experienced drivers could’ve taken you out. They didn’t by pure luck, nothing else. Had you been taken out how would your strategy look? 3) You are involved in the race, but you’ve paid for the simulation and are not racing. You’re simply gaming a system. You can keep your SR consistent the best by never entering a race, too. You’re doing this so you can try to race later? When? Are incidents less at higher levels? Users have studied that extensively (including Empty Box) and there’s no evidence that there are less incidents among “better” drivers. This is a good strategy to game a rating system. But you’re not racing, and you aren’t playing the simulation. Let’s be clear.

[@davecamyt]

I agree, this isn't a 'race'. This is how to get out of rookies to enable you to race in other series

[@richardbagshaw929]

Yellow car dive bombing mad man lol

[@strongocho]

Awesome video man! I might start uploading some of my races with commentary. I am not as calm and cool during races as you though hahahaha.

[@vjollila96]

how to get out of rookie: don't crash. Worked for me few years ago

[@yerrie1908]

thats simple, don't crash and stay on track, thats all

[@HELLO-bc5bm]

Hello sir great channel, by chance does this simulator get you into feeling your in a real car or does it just feel like a video game with some time put in

[@davecamyt]

When I'm racing I'm racing. Totally engrossed. Probably nowhere near like actually racing but it's as close as I'm ever going to get 😁

[@grandadgamer7520]

Just subscribed to your channel great video very informative. Am looking at getting into iracing

[@davecamyt]

Hey thanks for the sub. If you get into iracing you'll have to change your name to Mister Happier 😁

[@pb7379-j2k]

Brilliant video!!

[@KinGzeDK]

Just finished my first ever race on Iracing. I used the Mazda MX-5. I started 7th of 12 drivers. Got a great start and got up 3rd right away. Sadly someone spun me around so I finished 5th. A few questions: How do I see car damage? How many races until I start seeing my ratings go up or down? I don't have my clutch installed currently - should I let go of the gas when shifting or just let it rev? Thanks in advance.

[@OPEK.]

You need that clutch man

[@kaltonian]

I had bad luck were i was in races with idiots were no matter how wide or how much I stayed away they would purposely block or ram me, got to the point were i stayed in last position in order to get round without any hassle, trouble is rookie class can have a lot of newbies who don't frellin care, i live this game but don't play it, however i am gonna give it another go

[@gunsentry8349]

Do we need to purchase tracks and cars to progress out of rookies, is so recommendations?

[@davecamyt]

No not at all. All of the content you need is there. Once you get promoted you can then decide what route you wish to take and decide which car to get from there :)

[@gunsentry8349]

@@davecamyt So I got my D class and want to drive GT3 and Touring. Recommendations?

[@davecamyt]

@@gunsentry8349 If you have D class you can enter the fixed Ferrari challenge. That would be my choice

[@tv-cx8gv]

Good demo good advice..

[@neil-wilson-borowillow4618]

I'm thinking about getting a pc as I fancy having a go at iracing. I was just wondering do you have to use your clutch or is it optional?

[@davecamyt]

Optional buddy :)

[@Jay-rq6vp]

How comes you use the clutch to shift up, but shifting down you only need to use the Brake? Is this a setting?

[@davecamyt]

No, it can be done in iracing. When you downshift without the clutch you have to rev match and blip the throttle. You'll see me doing it everytime I downshift 👍

[@alexisbreton2680]

@@davecamyt Thanks for the tip ! Didn't know we could do that. That's easier than heel & toe. Don't know however if it's realistic.

[@erraldstyler]

@@alexisbreton2680 if you match the revs of the engine and the gearbox. yes that works in real cars, too.

[@alexisbreton2680]

@@erraldstyler Awesome I didnt know that

[@stoney268]

Just wondering why you use clutch for up shift but not for down shift?

[@paulelettojr3078]

How many times do you have to race in each track? I just joined i racing.

[@KrajewskiJakub]

how does it work? you use clutch to upshift but you dont use it when you downshift? whats the magic behind this?

[@mateonaranjo333]

So which one if faster Race with others clean and risk getting hit Or Time trials