Learning to Drift my New RTR Mustang

With the world's best instructor - I start to try and figure out this new chassis at NC Car's testing facility. Tried to document the learning curve as best as I could for y'all! Tandem practice video Sunday @ 3PM EST! See LZMFG.com drifthq.com

[@VaughnGittinJr]

Fun to relive this !

[@icee0711]

Legend wait for it...

[@icee0711]

And I hope you're not lactose intolerant because the second half of that weird is dairy. Legendary!

[@Revat9k]

Huge fan and even more respect to you and your team for taking a young talent in to your program

[@weeaunsim4320]

Awesome, u now become the grand daddy of drift nurturing new padawans, real awesome u take Adam as ur drift driver

[@dillanlong5626]

This partnership to me is just amazing. Vaughn has been my favorite driver for a long time, and to see adam get the chance to work with him and its just amazing

[@TwinJag374]

I can already tell Adams driving is gonna progress so much with RTR

[@DaltonBalkwill]

Yea it’s good having someone like Chelsea who’s super up front and just tells you what you’re doing wrong even if you don’t agree or don’t like it.

[@TwinJag374]

@@DaltonBalkwill yea I noticed that aha. The car seems so much drivable from even this one video

[@dancoyne4151]

he now has two mentors that are better drivers than him. they want him to progress and so does he. perfect match for everyone!

[@lukekelly5115]

Yeah a professionally set up car vs an amateur team playing in the pros.

[@TheBlkzenki]

Chelsea doesn’t entertain his excuses and just tells him how it is

[@mitchellrobinson9810]

I love Chelsea’s honest approach to criticism, it’s all constructive but he’s not scared to tell you if you’ve f&cked up. It’s the best way to learn

[@sample.text.]

I can't get over how fucking dope this is... Most of us have been here for many years now and seeing Adam's evolution has been nothing short of amazing. You love to see it.

[@ethancale1035]

From BMXing in his backyard to this. Thought I’d never see the day

[@metalhead23]

I love the "there you go Chelsea, more fucking wheel speed!" 🤣

[@calvinfall5631]

I caught that too haha reminds me of my dad and I

[@metalhead23]

@@calvinfall5631 🤣🤣🤣 fucking same!!

[@ikaros4203]

I liked that, shows he's already getting better :)

[@kylesantell4603]

having Chelsea coaching him is going to make his driving so much better

[@matty1990ist]

Came here to find the other who heard it haha.

[@ColleteDavis]

LETS GOOOOOOO ❤️🧡💛🏁✨✨

[@eddieshredder6804]

So hyped for this! So proud of Adam!

[@Mk4heavenHD]

Adam is with the dream team now👌🏼

[@nathanmorin7604]

Let’s go

[@TwinJag374]

You should be next collette

[@Kodiak660]

Collete Davis how do you like the look of VGJ's Mustang?

[@fiqirr]

As dope as joining RTR is, the Pretend Race Team will forever have a place in my heart.

[@mrscarecrowah]

It wasn't pretend. It happened but the difference in how big and the process is different

[@fiqirr]

@@mrscarecrowah of course, but thats what they would call it

[@oobzie3725]

The part where Chelsea is telling you to give it more and you’re like “I’m giving it everything it’s got” reminds me of when Takumi is learning about the 11,000 RPM motor in initial D lol

[@tylerkolt3993]

not gonna lie seeing you this excited about something has made the videos more enjoyable to watch. seeing you truly happy and smiling is awesome!

[@brycerobbins875]

Ive been watching Adam since he only rode bikes, before his house and his home skate park, but ultimately you can see the weight he carries shedd off in videos lately

[@tylerkolt3993]

@@brycerobbins875 same! His very first channel with how-to videos! Taught me how to bar spin and 360 fly out of a bowl. Him and Cody! Froth!!!!!! I fully agree! You can see it! Feel it! It’s gonna be a whole new level of greatness.

[@CloudJordon_]

Beautiful comment

[@coltonhensel6049]

I love Chelsea’s constructive criticism it’s gonna help Adam as a driver so much

[@dennislilley3190]

Yess. Adam wants to make a change in the car to make up for his driving. (Not saying it’s bad) but Chelsea is trying to get him to progress his driving and drive Better.

[@coltonhensel6049]

@@dennislilley3190 yup I can’t wait to see what Adam and Chelsea can do this year honestly Vaughn did such a great job recruiting these 2.

[@Bikaz]

ye chelsea sometimes sounds brutally honest, but I think its the exact type of feedback Adam needs to get motivated to push further. Great match and a great team. Gonna be a spicy season '22

[@ohAwaken]

Was coming here to say this exact thing. Its exactly what he needs

[@coltonhensel6049]

@@Bikaz yup Adam is a great driver and Chelsea is gonna be the one to push him

[@itsflips2387]

chelsea: more wheel speed Adam: its floored, look at the log chelsea: that cant be right lol i feel like chelsea may glue adams peddle down and just make him deal with it, like, youre gunna learn today boy haha

[@h_e_y_b_i_t_c_t_h]

This is fucking gold😂

[@xxxneoxxx]

Hahaha this reminds me of a 12 yr old me taping my foot to the pedals learning to double peg stall on the quarter pipe, 34 now. Ahhhh memories.

[@saijenalexander]

You drive a v8 with the throttle thats the way i look at it

[@00wokstar]

Chelsea didn’t say that not right it was the other guy

[@ethanthorson7262]

I love seeing Adam getting frustrated with Chelsea cause in my mind means that Adams being challenged with this car and he’s gonna progress so much more than with his car and not having someone there every step of the way to coach him. Also love how much smoke these mustangs make.

[@ohAwaken]

He'll be the one losing people in smoke, not the other way around when going up against chelsea lol

[@ldnwholesale8552]

Yeah, all off the tyres instead of the rubber band! These cars handle as well. No huge push with the inside front tyre smoking

[@austingates1961]

HE LOOKS GOOD IN THAT CAR and i love how chelsea doesn’t surgar coat shit for adam tells him what he needs to do

[@jdm1536]

Chelsea has his own drift school so sugar coating is not in his handbook 😂

[@MrTdogg175]

That’s the point man, need some tough lessons to get the big gains in performance! Same thing as having a hardcore buddy personal training you in the gym!

[@sykwiddit8575]

@@MrTdogg175 lol nothing alike . Bro I lifted as much as I could 200 bench. Gym Chelsea: NA BRO YOU DIDNT I DIDNT SEE VEINS BULGING OUT OF YOUR DICK SO NO WAY. Just bad comparison buddy. But I get it……………

[@FirstLast-vv6lv]

@@sykwiddit8575 chill out man it’s a good comparison why do you feel the need to disagree? Just let the commenter be

[@sykwiddit8575]

@@FirstLast-vv6lv my bad

[@slanginnoodles9865]

I think one of Adams most redeeming qualities/skills is that he can get into anything, no matter how different, and just thrash it. Ill miss the S15, ill miss the Pretend Race Team, but I think this will be the best for him to continue to improve his personal skill and get onto a podium

[@wundo9372]

as much pretend they were, They were also as much real. That Team (Pre Drift HQ) was solid. ofc they couldnt do certain things in a certain amount of time because somthing broke 5min before adams qual race, Because they didnt have the budget or 20+ people to help out behind the scenes. They were only trying to help to the best of their ability and i believe they did numerous times. But as entertaining and heart breaking to watch it will be really cool to see what adam can do with more resources!

[@ALBERTOBIGBOOST]

That looks really fun!

[@illusive5811]

🤨

[@7SSP7]

BOOOOOST

[@mastertyreshredder]

Shouldn't have jumped ship my guy 🤭

[@VerangaF430]

hope you guys are friends again! Because it is the only way to move forward in life! What is the point in loosing good friends...

[@kurtseyffert6649]

@@mastertyreshredder no 1 likes to work for some one younger then them

[@abchannel7026]

If Adam can learn how to take Chelsea's advice, he will become a really good drifter.

[@captaincouldverc]

Adam, if I may, on these types of practice day, get your guy to film as much as possible so you don't have to stress about it. I can deal with less commentary on days where you need to focus. This is a crazy opportunity and I'm looking forward to next season from the rtr team.

[@raremaxima96]

i can agree with that, keep the go pros in the cars and just have someone outside recording all the driving. no need for commentary when we have these mustangs screaming and all this seat time to enjoy

[@oldblood_eyes]

one thing is for sure. adam now has soooo much more pressure being with rtr. rtr is known for being one of the best so adam really needs to be 100% dialed. respect to adam for taking on this challenge. will definitely improve his driving 10 fold

[@tes_roues]

He's a really competitive/ analytic guy, rookie card is behind him now. Great hopes for what's next!

[@Jim_Briggs]

His driving will greatly improve now that his soul job in FD is to drive and not be the team owner, coordinator, mechanic, etc.

[@SkatersOfTheNorth]

We’ll one things for damn sure the car will be top shelf and work 95% of the time never not enough hp or tq. No excuses of broken car now

[@andreastimonen]

Still alot of weight of hes shoulders not having hes own team to think about. Now he can just focus on driving with the help of Vaughn and Chelsea

[@mrwisher1250]

but he also doesn't have to worry abt managing his own team, so he'll have more time to dial in his driving

[@coachkisagod]

It’s insanely commendable how RTR and the guys have embraced LZ. This is such good stuff.

[@luckyttico9772]

Feels like he’s learning drifting again “TOKYO DRIFT” style.

[@tylachila]

More like ‘Merica Drift!

[@aftrnoon_ac]

@@tylachila no

[@ric393]

Ew no

[@LearnThenTeach]

Yo P I need another set

[@s13Marino]

RTR just seems to have their shit together so well. I think theyre definitely gonna provide the experience needed to help adam grow in formula d. I just hope he gets to add some style to the mustang. Livery should help alot hopefully.

[@itzzmarkify]

More livery more angle

[@tturi2]

Maybe give his mustang a hot barra, since he is more of an import guy

[@transient442]

​@@tturi2 ..why would they? The RTR guys have spent years developing these cars to drive a certain way. Having a good, well understood and proven setup is more important than maintaining the "import guy" image.

[@tturi2]

@@transient442 Just spitballing ideas,

[@kevinfunk83]

I’m so stoked to see you improve, having Chelsea as your “official” mentor now is gonna make a big difference in how fast you improve!

[@Mulletmans]

Having a partner especially one like Chelsea and Vaughn is going to elevate your driving so much. There's two guys have so much knowledge about drifting in the big leagues.

[@dirtyd2316]

I never thought I’d see Adam go over to driving an American car with a V8 but I honestly think this switch and going over to the RTR team is gonna get his driving to the next level.

[@driftcannon6415]

I can already tell he is going to click with the S550. You’ll do great dude!

[@AceFoxxii]

he looks more comfortable in this then the s15 imo

[@agungsedayu6219]

@@AceFoxxii hes s15 looks so unstable imo

[@driftcannon6415]

@@AceFoxxii Oh a hundred percent. That and he has mentors that know the ins and outs of the car that they compete in to help him become a better driver than he already is.

[@MrBrinkman721]

Haven't been this happy for someone else in a long time man. So happy for u dude.

[@Dnboswachter]

I love how rtr pushes him to get out off comfort zone and give him really direct pointers were to work on so he get can even better and keep progressing!! Love this!

[@JoshuaHudson421]

I absolutely love how much Adam has grown in 5 years. I remember when he stepped down from BMX and just hoped things worked out with his business. Look at him now!

[@briansweebe8853]

It's amazing to see how much angle those cars have.

[@Bloobrie]

I’m unbelievably happy for you man. It’s amazing to see how far you’ve come in the past 5-6 years.❤️

[@mtb_ryan]

So stoked to see what you’re able to do with RTR backing. Just being able to focus on driving and having all of the knowledge and data of the team I think is going to set you up for a ton of success.

[@SevenSillySausages]

I’m just so stoked for Adam. I’ve been watching every video since the early webisodes and I’m just so happy for all the things he’s making happen for himself. It feels like RTR will give him the support he needs to take him to the next level. Grats my dude! 👏

[@Garage533Ohio]

Bro I have a feeling you are going to absolutely shred by the time the new season starts and after a few rounds I would be willing to bet you will be a top contender. You have done such a great job for setting yourself up for success👍

[@junaidimran1715]

The fact that he is practicing with the car and getting dialed in NOW, makes me feel really good about next season for him

[@Matty.Hill_87]

Now he's not funding it himself it's easy, running a fd car even just for a practice day cost a shit load of cash

[@toms09cov]

I personally love this! Seeing adam progress with what he loves, it’s beautiful. The people around him have the best intentions and it’s lovely to watch. Even though hes got this big team behind him now he still thinks about this compound team. Love from England adam, been watching for years and I’m absolutely loving the content. ❤️😘

[@Master_Psyper]

I hate receiving tough love in the moment but it almost always makes you better in the long run. I love how Chelsea isn’t babying Adam. He’s got a lot to learn And he has a great set of mentors doing it. I just hope the pressure of a professional team doesn’t ruin the love for the sport. Can’t wait for FD2022!

[@raremaxima96]

adam joining RTR is like he just joined the Bulls and he’s teammates with jordan

[@jacksonl9062]

i feel like adam is already growing as a driver and i personally think his skills show more in this car. love it

[@_7-7-7_]

Been around before you even had a car. So proud for u dude. Was a kid when I first saw ur videos and I’m now in my mid teens, and already saving for my own drift build!

[@ZachSPL]

Chelsea is great he tells it like it is and I think this is going to be awesome for Adam. Great support, honest feedback, and the best team in the biz.

[@Skreamies]

Not having to go through so many setup changes with your new RTR compared to the S15, your driving is just going to get better and better!

[@tritthemit4168]

That was the problem before he would do a bad run and change the car every single time. Set the car up and learn how to drive it that’s why Chelsea is really putting his foot down and basically telling him to stfu and get used to it in a constructive criticism way

[@jaydiancepeda1428]

Honestly so amazing to see how far Adam has come

[@jamiehipperson]

Absolutely brilliant that you are documenting this awesome transition for us! Thanks Adam!

[@nateperry5384]

This gets more and more exciting with every video. Very stoked to watch the progression with Chelsea and Vaughn behind you. The chemistry and knowledge with this teams nuts. Love this video!

[@kentayamaguchi6271]

Congratulations Adam!!! Well deserved! Best of luck homie

[@Sauerbrew777]

I don't think I've ever been so excited and impatient for a KZbin video. I'm so pumped for you and your future in FD!!!!!

[@jordanb2908]

Killing it already! It’s so clear how much more you’ll be able to focus on driving. The car itself already looks to be driving and handling a lot smoother then the 15 was

[@macmoinichen3641]

This is why I love Chelsea!! Hands down one of my fav drivers in fd!! Nothing to hide and just wants to to help people learn and get comfortable with driving.

[@brandonjohnston1425]

Congrats Adam! This is huge! Learn as much as you can from these guys. They’re some of the best in the game. Don’t try to prove your points just listen to theirs

[@loganpayne6086]

I don't think I've ever been so excited to see a video. I'm beyond exited for Adam's future!

[@STHLance251]

Always loved how these Mustangs sound. Glad I get to hear more of it on this channel. Keep up the good work!

[@indeeditisflash7871]

I love how much adam listens , you can tell he wants to learn and make himself a champion , keep it up adam

[@styxyt5071]

I’m hyped for ya Adam, can’t wait until the season starts

[@Mk4heavenHD]

Dream Team! Can’t wait to see you evolve with RTR👍🏼

[@JbBackFeeble]

I’m so proud of this dude for how far he’s come. I started watching him when I watched a fakie tutorial he made in his driveway with just some pieces of wood as a little bank and I thought it was crazy when he went pro for bmx , then thought it was crazier when he became good at drifting , and NOW this man has a full blown buisness , and fd license , and a massive compound.

[@acceptsxo]

watching you go from scate parks and building one in your back garden to this is nothing short of amazing, keep it up

[@ventureskater336]

the rtr team is so professional and organized i bet it’s hella intimidating for adam but will definitely help him become a better driver.

[@transient442]

nahh he is fine, he is already 10x times betters than he was in his S15 just from a single session. He has a car that is setup properly, a full team behind him doing all the hard work for him and on top of that he doesn't have to spend 10s of thousands of dollars on FD anymore. if anything dude probably feels major relief

[@ralfszemzars1885]

@@transient442 it's around 150k to drive for RTR a season. At least it was couple of years ago, maybe it has reduced or increased.

[@transient442]

@@ralfszemzars1885 I doubt that money is coming out of adams pocket. There’s no way Chelsea would still be an RTR driver if he had to fork out 150k a year

[@imnobody7765]

@@ralfszemzars1885 don't they sign a person or sponsor then it be kinda bullshit if the driver had to pay to get signed to a team

[@uldisanimated]

Watching Adam is like watching Initial D. Started on his own, and now in a professional team. Exciting season.

[@modernrodder]

Seriously Adam, congrats. It's been a pleasure to watch your progress the past few years and you make a ton of people proud and inspire even more.

[@SCENExKIDZx]

So happy you guys are working together!!!

[@skidoorox555]

Petition for ganador mirrors on adams mustang?

[@lambosuperl]

This video literally got me tearing up 🥲 been following you since 2016 and I just gotta say - what a journey it has been!!

[@LizCalifia]

I felt the same way, he just keeps getting better🥰

[@Harry_Spivak]

Awesome to watch someone progress so much and see how genuine and honest he is with himself and others. 👍💯

[@JKPhotography2010]

As a longtime follower this whole RTR transition for you is super inspiring!! I'm super pumped for you and your whole team/family! You can see the happiness exuding from you through every bit of it! @ChelseaDenofa You are one hell of an instructor too! Laid-back and chill, but blunt and constructive in the most supportive way! Wish there were more instructor with similar mentality. 👌❤

[@cordite7207]

I really wanna see it all but I also want to tell you to just be in the moment and care less about filming, you're in for one hell of a journey and deserve to enjoy it

[@benwhitmore1048]

Legend, this is so sick bro ❤️

[@danielafonso11]

I loved seeing Chelsea like a mentor, he knows a lot!!

[@codryatho10]

Some of my favorite videos... seeing how technical FD really is with the coaching from Chelsea is great.

[@ColleteDavis]

First

[@brandonbdl]

Claim your here within a minute tickets now

[@travistoole]

Damn, got here 5 mins late

[@JDMz]

*You're

[@CreampieSamuri]

This comment is really dumb tickets here

[@brandonbdl]

@@JDMz that's not how english works 🤣 " claim you are tickets "

[@cobratuner]

It’s impossible to stop smiling at seeing you drive something so set up. Finally get to see some real driving this year. So stoked.

[@jeffrobinson5637]

Congratulations brother! So excited for you and your new opportunities. Always fun seeing you truly enjoying what you love. Keep humble and hit that go pedal!!

[@Dj_Harringtonnn]

I love seeing the technical talk and learning. Please more!!!

[@cornerhunter32]

Congrats again on the new car and team, huge step forward and loved how analytical this video was, great content and driving

[@deanrandall8542]

I would definitely be pinching myself to make sure that I know it's not a dream! What a great opportunity you have worked yourself into. Hard work really does pay off. Proud of you and what you have accomplished. 👍✌️

[@chads19761]

Well done RTR Team. excited for all of you.

[@ngdr_hank]

Been following for years, both you and RTR Amazing to see you guys come together. You’re gonna be a force to be reckoned with next season

[@zBreezy]

This is the raddest thing, it’s so cool to see how far you’ve come to this point. Truly living a crazy dream nobody probably thought possible. Congrats man!

[@royb.t.r.2927]

Absolutley amazing adam its cool to watch you go from a small garage to driving with RTR

[@King-Zeekhiel]

So much support and feed back with the this team!! Going to be so sick seeing the progression and videos to come our way! Wish you the best of luck and success on your new Win!🤙🏼🔥👍🏼

[@3s89]

Good on you for taking on this challenge and showing your willingness to learn more 🔥🔥

[@HaczusPL]

First day in this car and you're already learning sooo much, that's awesome

[@MrWIbackpacker]

So sick… living the actual dream. Congrats Adam. Years of dedication paying off.

[@lsucody3687]

I am so excited and proud man. Hope Von is ready to deal with a lot more crashes than normal! Two years from now LZMFG is going to be a champ mark my words

[@burr-leeTV]

Keep it up brother , you're learning from the best ... what an experience ...

[@robvanderkroft6515]

Looking forward to watching Adam get even better . Was good to see them agree in the steering comments and Chelsea challenging adams comments and helping to correct things.

[@davidfloener7539]

It's so cool seeing both you & Chelsea on track as a new team! Congrats RTR and crew

[@wazoozastoob1234567]

man i have been watching you since the old garage days... you have come so far! dont care for the build vids, just keen to see these progression vids of you absolutely PUNTING the car and enjoying your passion. big ups from south africa!!!! good luck bud and hope to see more!

[@keithbrown2021]

Heck ya dude ! So proud of you. You're going to kill it in the 2022 season. You guys look like your going to have a ton of fun. Cheers brother !!!!

[@jaydenm8740]

Dude these cars are so bloody rowdy , you’re absolutely killing it and the progression from when you started drifting to now has been wild 👍🏼 keep killing it

[@BuiltToBoost]

Hell yea bro! This is what you needed. A top tier mentor in Chelsea. Dude I can't wait to see how much you progress into the 2022 season!!

[@gregoryhodges8550]

So happy for you man congratulations it’s been so badass watching you progress over the years and now to be able to watch you transition into an absolute beast champion FD Drifter for RTR. It’s great you deserve it man keep up the hard work!

[@jcra8968]

Everything is rewarded and pays of but always room for progression, well done Adam been here since bmx but mainly the drift/car vids from start so to see where you are now is incredible, hat of to you x

[@SuperCRF150rider]

This is incredible, I’m so stoked for you man. It’s so cool to see where you’ve come from to where you are now. Keep on keeping on man, the sky is the limit

[@nickpotgieter93]

i love the technical reviews!!! top job boys!!!

[@payton815971]

Dude you’re gonna grow so much with this team! Congrats, and don’t be discouraged! You’re gonna be the best.

[@kylieconcelman4446]

So awesome to see you grow the past 5 years I've been watching. Hopefully you can have Mike start filming around RTR! Already miss his quality film work.

[@adamvarga2025]

I'm really happy for you Adam! Glad to see you driving on the RTR team with Chelsea, great team, great people! Looking forward to the next season! :)

[@johnsimons6748]

Man I love seeing you have so much fun, and the RTR team realy took you in. I am so stoked for next season. This is awesome to watch.

[@raul69er1]

So cool to see how far you’ve come man excited for the future