The crash that took me out - Klutch Kickers Round 4

[@NSpec]

Can we just take a moment to give Mike a round of applause? He absolutely kills it with the cinematography

[@FUCKY0UHATERS]

👏🏽 that spam tho ☝🏽

[@SirtyDanchez]

@@FUCKY0UHATERS on it

[@dirtyleww]

Mike is a legend amongst legends

[@joshuafleckenstein351]

The fact that they denied the protest is wild, he couldn’t maintain constant speed or angle the entire run and decelerated heavily on that transition. Should’ve been a no brainer IMO

[@ThatHoodlum19]

Agreed.

[@jackneil9936]

Even during Adam's lead run that driver was all over the place. It's wild that they ouldnt accept the protest. Could they not see at all that Adam's competer was messing up the entire track??? That's some questionable stuff right there. But all and all its what the event is about "GO FAST, SLIDE FAST, CRASH FAST!"

[@sirmonkey1985]

@@jackneil9936 it's a hard call to make without having the actual car data and non excessively delay the event. the protest could of gone either way though. for competition sake it sucked but i think overall it ended up working out because we got a few drivers in the top 8, top 4 that usually aren't there so it was good for them to get the lime light and didn't really effect the points much.

[@wizkhalifabolduc]

We r not talking about lz cutting lines to get back to him???

[@jackneil9936]

@@sirmonkey1985 ahh that's true thats some good thinking. I like that :)

[@Dsa1117]

The crew during that 5 minute call was incredible even tho they couldn’t get it done, props to them

[@jakobsmith3772]

I was just about to say 5 minutes to repair damages is just insane. It takes me 5 minutes to find the right sockets and extensions for one thing😂. They definitely Have a great team.

[@rhythmrides8902]

On god, 5 minutes and they’ve got the radiator out and a new one next to the car ready to go in… even if they did get the new one in within 5 minutes it wouldn’t have bled before going out so she’d cook

[@Naah732]

I'm curious if the car could do 2 runs with closed thermostat (probably not)

[@5lcalais1]

Lol Ida just sent it on a leaking rad n just shut it off between runs lol It's only water, if the can drift in the rain a leaking rad won't be an issue, just add some rad stop leak maybe 🤔 Tbh I don't understand why they don't have quick release rads, my stock rad u can pull in about 30 seconds, it's just 2 clips and out it pops ,run quick disconnect fittings so u don't lose all the water and also speeds up the process. Though it helps if idiots don't brake check people...

[@pmcquay1]

man you are not wrong, they were absolutely _slamming_. The dude holding the timer just looks so bummed.

[@danielwotton5961]

The biggest problem with judged sports is that there are judges

[@justanotherinternetdude8847]

And it is crazy because there is that Red Bull one that is points based and completely scored by sensors and it is accurate as hell and they used that tech for a traditional drift style comp and everyone hated it because the judging is what makes the sport of drifting but then those same people complain about the judges…

[@KingDeadMan]

@@justanotherinternetdude8847 I liked the tech, though. :(

[@MJayyyS]

typically 3, so honestly, they should've been able to see the handbrake pull in the live footage. that brake check was definitely intentional because he lost his chase run and wanted to move on and try to win and he had to take Adam out to do so. he should've been marked as an incomplete for the first run and the last run as well.

[@NovemberFoxtrotRC]

At least clutch kickers judges try to do their best and at least seem impartial. FD judges are absolutely biased against certain teams/drivers. That terribly needs to be fixed.

[@ThiagoMorais]

@@justanotherinternetdude8847 In short, people are never happy with what they have.

[@blksrsil]

If the rule is that they can only use clutch kickers footage, it might be an idea to have more cameras in crucial zones so they have the footage they need to make calls like this in future. But it is what it is

[@istun85]

Literally.. it could all be so simple

[@cheitoh12]

If they are lazy to pay for a camera crew the least they could do is to have camera zones for the teams and everything recorded in said zone can be use for a situation like this. Ain't no way they are judging watching live footage bruh 💀

[@kona6433]

Totally agree, this should have been one of the first thing they do imo.

[@KhAoSxx420]

But $$$. cant make that with more cameras

[@porel07]

Sorry for the absolute and blatant bad call, also the worst thing about drift comps is the 5 minute clock imo. Your driving was exceptional, keep it up, get ‘em next time!

[@brandon_doe]

Gotta keep the show going. Would you wanna wait an hour for a pair to end up back on track way later?

[@curtisfarr9411]

I agree the 5 min clock is absolutely a crock you expect these teams to repair these racecars in 5 min and still be "safe" when they have 100++ mph wheelspeed lets say we give you 5 min to do a complete brake r&r on your dd then put yer family in it to drive down the highway how safe does that time sound now

[@Endslikecrazy]

@@brandon_doe Thats bull, only in america can you not have like 1 minute of silence or everyone will leave or start boo'ing, its fking isnane.

[@brandon_doe]

@Katrina Korolov_PTRD-41 but you do realize the event doesn’t last 12 hours for a top 32 tho right?

[@brandon_doe]

@@Endslikecrazy I am not defending the fact that it’s bs in a lot of American sports with this type of situation. But there’s no excuse for taking too much time when there’s competition to go

[@jagsixteen]

Even if you can't get an angle to see the wheels locked up, it was clear his momentum dropped through transition. No hate to klutch kickers but if they want to do a big series they need better setups to catch situations like this. You can't stress driving styles in the drivers' meetings and then not follow up during judging.

[@elitesennabubble]

100% this

[@Quintonis]

Adam LZ’s team is just so good. Mr Divine with the insane camera work, Johan and all of the others!

[@24kNick]

Mike has always been a cheat code I’m just so used to the high quality that I don’t even notice it anymore

[@jayezy8768]

I like how he ended the video with footage of how to properly transition through the final turn 🤣. It is what it is, you win some you lose some, if it was fun, it was worth it.

[@IAMBrandon_JN]

Lmaooooo yooo I didn’t catch that haha. Out of all the clips he had. He ended right after the last flawless turn against the s15 lol.

[@hawkone1954]

Not to mention ending it showing how you don’t slow down drastically before the end of the track 🙄🙄

[@mindedchaos]

Hopefully he still wins overall he's still leader I think

[@Barry.ONeill]

Yeh Adam pulled the handbrake too but didn't slow down atall . Pitty he was following him so close Adam had it in the bag with the s15 making such a big mistake in the chase and such a dodgy lead.

[@Slammed46]

im confused.... did adam not grab handbrake in the same spot?

[@dr.dodrugs8963]

Dude, you've come so far with drifting it's actually really impressive. Can't wait for next FD season, you're going to kill it Edit: Yeah definitely not your fault.

[@billbry]

Lame excuse by clutch kickers staff about not owning the footage. The facts are out there and clutch kickers was wrong and it's clear for all to see. Sometimes common Sense needs to overrule officials judgments because they are human also. The mainstream media buckles down on wrong decisions too regardless of any evidence presented otherwise, so we're getting used to it.

[@shanemayers777]

@@billbry I like the rule of them only being able to use their footage. Otherwise you could get an advantage over other drives if you have a few guys filming. Then it would take more time to present to the staff. This is unfortunately how judged sports go sometimes. Anything that is decided by the human eye will have differences and not always be the same. It sucks but it happens to everyone.

[@Matty.Hill_87]

When he first started drifting I was a doubter and thought it would never lead to anything, I'm so glad he proved me wrong 😂😂

[@billbry]

@@shanemayers777 clutch kickers is responsible for not allowing the best man to win when they do have discretion. Two wrongs don't make a right. It's not disputed that the videos showing the real facts are legitimate and not doctored.

[@shanemayers777]

@@billbry If you could submit your own footage during a battle decision it would make the events take more time. I don't think Adam was at fault but with him needing to do a 2 for a chase from his spotter he didn't even have to be there. Split decision from the judges mean it was close but it is what it is. they don't have 20 minutes to decide each battle and honestly most of the people watching weren't at the drivers meetings and are biased towards drivers they like.

[@QMan1234red]

Mike killin it with the DnB selection

[@loii88]

I thought the same!

[@ryan7974]

Only thing about clutch kickers that I'm not a fan of that the commentators pretty much try to judge the runs and they're in the same room with the judges so they kind of persuade them

[@Barry.ONeill]

Yep I was getting frustrated one of them knows and the other one hasn't a clue

[@cheesepizza87]

Same in fd 🤷🏽 + everyone has bias, and they all know each other

[@24kNick]

@@cheesepizza87 it’s worse I’m FD jarod is such an annoying cunt it’s crazy it makes me miss that bald dude a little bit

[@connoisseuroftigolbitts]

Exactly klutch kicker judges were the worst who the hell gives a pit crew 5 minutes??????

[@sonnyczikkel4698]

@@connoisseuroftigolbitts it’s pretty shite, but also part of the rules unfortunately. Everyone gets one competition timeout per round. Their protest failed, which costs $250. So they may as well try.

[@ADM_K]

Adam is a living proof that if you put in the hard work you can achieve anything

[@KgiMedia601]

With dedication and responsibility it’s incredible how far youll make it in life

[@No-yi7pl]

And money

[@Fast4.6]

Proof that even if you work hard other people can still knock you out of the competition w less skill

[@Dan_the_Great_]

Dude got divorced and said “and I took that personal”

[@kevinfunk83]

@@Fast4.6 lol

[@ARES13GAGE]

Man i was so pissed by the outcome of the situation, it was so blatantly obvious on the second brake check. Dude needs to chill in that car on these more technical courses until he can handle the power of that car. I died laughing when he wrecked on his solo run right after. Looking forward to round 5!

[@brianrobinson9979]

I saw brake lights for everthing except for that final transition because of the brightness of the sun and the smokescreen he was putting off at that moment. However he was DEFINITELY all over the brakes throughout his entire lead run especially through outer zone 2 he brake checked you twice. Next they're gonna start putting GoPro's inside the cars on runs for review purposes. Whether it's Klutch Kickers or FD or both.

[@pachcompany]

I noticed that he brake checks him twice too but wasn’t sure for the first one and now that someone else saw it I’m sure in it too…it’s funny to try to make your opponents hit you on purpose there’s no any sportsmanship in winning like that…

[@Peylix]

"Next they're gonna start putting GoPro's inside the cars on runs for review purposes. Whether it's Klutch Kickers or FD or both." That would be nice, but we all know that isn't happening. It's been a request for years to do this, and to add more data metric recording for proper judging. Yet nothing has been done. So don't hold your breath.

[@dylannix4289]

FD shouldn't just install GoPros, they should take a look at the Euro series like Driftmasters and finally get to installing GPS data units themselves. Drifting will always be a judge based sport, but keeping it as fair as possible should be more of a priority than it appears to be right now

[@twhite.productions]

Was not expecting chelseas face on the coil. Too funny. Props to the team. Shame how it ended

[@Daremore]

It’s crazy just how much more comfortable he looks in the e36 than his other comp cars

[@Dom-hi9ss]

Looks like he got settled into the rtr mustang in the last round of FD Im excited to see him shred next season

[@jackneil9936]

Well he did build the e36 ground up and has been using it for quite a while and can test with it whenever he'd like, unlike the RTR.

[@Matty.Hill_87]

The e36 is a much better drift chassis than the mustang, that why Chelsea has tried to make the rtr cars drive as much like the BMW as possible

[@stenmartens7179]

biggest difference is that with FD they dont really have time to ease into things. with sometimes less than 5 practice runs before qualifying and add the changing weather conditions to that which we've seen numerous times already. add to that that the e36 is probably an 8/10 fast drift car where everything FD is turned up 11/10 and has to be driven at 100% to even work as intended. even when he was driving his enjuku s15 i always felt that he just couldn't get enough seat time to the point where he knows that car like his back pocket. like many competitions, all the time that goes into the competition there's actually not a lot of driving time.

[@dariobubnjic8132]

He did u dirty but it just shows what kinda person he is, he cant take the loss thats probably why he pulled that handbrake sooner than he should

[@timmah1588]

And he's on ig acting really awkward. "sorry I slowed in a decel zone" like he didn't pull the handbrake through the whole transition when you normally get back on the gas asap.

[@sirmonkey1985]

shit happens.. all the drivers play games to throw off the other driver, it's part of drifting. you win some and you lose some.

[@nomeru_0]

@@sirmonkey1985 there's a difference between a tactic and using the rule book to win on a technicality rather than skill, this is how you don't make friends. Heres the thing, competition drifting is a small community and there's really not much money to be made (relative to how much you have to spend) so "playing games" just to win a battle does nothing but burn bridges which hurts you much more in the long run. That's why everyone in FD doesn't respect Taylor Hull

[@dariobubnjic8132]

@@nomeru_0 i 100%agree

[@coroireng]

@@nomeru_0 wait, do you mind explaining about Taylor Hull? I've been on FD but I don't know what's up with him

[@schof1014]

Nevermind the rest of the world ! The burn up and tire hook up towards the Golf Cart is ILL ! Pick a target and aim !!!! I understand you Mr.Adam Lz Nevermind what your opponents are doing !!!! I wish I could come chat with you....Nevermind your opposition !!!! Crowds etc....I could change the whole "view" you are a beast !! let that rabbits fight over what a beast leaves behind. Cheers to you and yours!!!!! I'm here at any point that I could be "there" aside from viewing anything.....well done Adam !!!!!

[@timahl6067]

I really like these klutch kicking videos! 🤘🏼

[@maxthehuman9379]

DUDE the Liquid Drumm and Bass is sooo good during those cinematic shots keep doig what your doing been loving the Content latley.

[@tdolan500]

What a great crew, no shouting or swearing at each other, they just got on with it.

[@IDv8I]

I love your attitude bud, I wish they made more like you in the world. As your friend says "keep moving forward" and Thank you for the vlogs.

[@ADK97]

Its cool to see the mechanic from RTR drift team is also chilling with the crew

[@ijgdjvjd2998]

Rough call. But you got the championship. You are making so much progress.

[@Mattherat]

Mike killing it on the production as always. Big up Mike.

[@schof1014]

The Universe has nothing to do with any of this !!!!! Love you all from day 1, clutch kickers gives you what is necessary to drive you forward and sideways to absolute victory if that is what you actually want.... I am available bro !!!! Super stoked for you all......

[@TASTYTREATSPLS]

I can't believe they called it like that. Robbed af bro.

[@pentagon7095]

LMAO the Chelsea sticker on the shock at 19:30 caught me off guard!

[@Shukakuson]

The dude with the stop clock just looked like he has the energy of a male Karen after that weird head nod lmao. Super weird call, love the vid though. Always love the klutch kickers vids for the e36

[@johnathonfranklin1127]

Super wasn’t a fan of his demeanor in that moment

[@Calsobrook]

Adam and the team are killing it in klutch kickers this year 🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@nxrkaholo9950]

My man your vids never get old

[@matthewrobinson9604]

Wow, you guys in the pits are such an incredible team. Especially Johan, he is so knowledgeable on fixing cars, and is great at guiding his fellow team members, he makes a fantastic leader

[@seanoneil6054]

"The universe will return the favor" is a great saying

[@mberry7857]

Will be interesting to see daves verdict on the camera set up they have. With him there I’m sure they might get some ideas off him seen as he’s the voice of European drifting

[@infiniti1123]

Drift masters they judge completely different. It's much more technical.

[@mberry7857]

@@infiniti1123 yes but seen as Dave help build it up to what it is now, maybe he’d be able to give klucth kickers some ideas on how to improve to become a much more efficient/fair judged comp. For example camera set ups. Having some for the stream like intended but also give the judges some angles that only they can see as and when they need to

[@TacohMann]

@@mberry7857 Someone else mentioned gopros in the car to get driver perspective and I can't believe that's not already implemented. They're (relatively cheap) and for situations like this it would make fault so much easier to determine. Sucks at the end of the day but I hope Klutch Kickers takes this as a learning experience and a way to improve moving forward.

[@okitsadam]

Your end speech is everything. Love you all!

[@daxxrogers2055]

That car is so badass by far my favourite of yours. Also well done at FD looked super locked in unfortunate you couldn't progress further.

[@fubar1217]

"I'm not getting a bye run" "Not with that attitude...." LOL

[@bc00li83]

Mike. The editing and music choice was absolutely brilliant. You are a skilled operator!!!

[@IAMBrandon_JN]

“Thanks Nate”. Lmaoooo I love it.

[@shaneroberts8668]

Mike you did a awesome job recording and editing. I can tell you really care for your art and job.

[@pympin87]

they should have a rule that your handbrake has to light up your brake lights so the judges can more easily see when you use it

[@ddevil4980]

That would be and AWESOME rule change. It would actually make a big difference.

[@02lucy666]

More cameras, and windscreen front and rear led stripes for the e-brake.

[@1withtheuniverse]

Wire the handbrake to the reverse light so you know when they're left foot braking too

[@enzorichon9956]

Different colors for brake and e brake would be the way

[@Liamzy]

The E36 content is truly the best of your videos, love that car

[@TheSigp220]

Hey, Mike. Been digging the Dnb embeds. They hit well. Also the PIP shots are fire!

[@bellmotorsports9458]

I'd have to say for me, Adams content is the most enjoyable content on KZbin, that and Vaughan's. For two individuals who broadcast to a broad set of viewers, you carry yourselves very well. Even displaying morals and principals for others to follow, though you are not perfect. How you Adam dealt with the klutch kickers situation and many other situations you faced through your time broadcasting has made me proud to view your channel and see your growth not to mention the progress in your driving from the beginning of the channel. Truthfully some lz vlogs at the end of a stressful day brings some joy. Also sidenote, @Mike great job on all the work you've done on Adam's vids, you've taken the channel to another level even the interaction with viewers(heck big up everyone involved in the production of this great content) Keep up the good work

[@richieduck67]

That was a massive brake check wtf?

[@pranaidesingh2011]

The universe will return the favor gotta love that 🤘

[@CWBmtb]

Defo must have a radiator with fans and everything attached to make it easier for times like this!

[@kenwatson6129]

As you said win some lose some happens to all drifters as some point ...also thank you my daughter ran onto your trailer in the pits and you and collete treated her like one of the crew ... thanks again. Hopefully one day I finish this car and can meet up at a bash style event

[@saulgabrielspencer4918]

Bruh the guys and Drift HQ guys killed it trying to get the car put together. Good run wish they came to a better decision but still love this portion of your channel (Kluth Kickers) let’s get ‘em next time! Good stuff to the LZMFG Drift HQ team and others that helped out.

[@zane_dalton]

Happy birthday Parker!

[@DJA1599]

More drum and bass. Great effort Adam and team. You were on it.

[@zakhendry6758]

Another amazing video, would be amazing to see the e36 featured on hoonigan

[@7_au]

I love when Adam drives the 36. He drives soooo fkn well he’s just so confident and it shows. Not up to whatever shit show happened but 10 minutes in and already loving it. Imagine if he gets that amount of comfort in the fd car. That would be one hell of a season

[@pazman4096]

Loving the Dnb for the background music tho nice touch 🤌🏼

[@wildsidemotors]

The conversation with Collete and Adam in heatwaves tho 😎🤟🏼 😂

[@WheelzOH]

All that tyre smoke compared to the first couple cars! daaamn impressive driving

[@DanMacliston]

That practice run with rad dan was sick 👌

[@justgivergarage]

That’s crazy. Hey Adam have you ever considered coming to Canada for some grass roots drift event it’s called drift jam at Toronto motorsports Park I have a couple videos check it out on just giver garage drifting isn’t really big in Canada I would love to try to grow the sport out here it would be killer to get some of you world-class drivers down here and show us Canadians how to do it

[@kylegilpin1023]

Adam this video has some amazing driving I love these long drift videos and nice job on legit being that close on like everybody

[@levelrideconcepts]

Great content and love seeing your relationship with Collete start turning into family.

[@richardfarmer6570]

You and Collete look good with a couple kids Adam. Love watching you drift the E36, you always tear shit up in that car. Poor E36, sorry about the bad call Adam.

[@diogoleitao8628]

Your line was really good Adam, form my point of view you seem to have improved a lot 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@christopher5110]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 the ending with the transition… TWICE love it. KK needs more cameras. Pretty wild they denied it

[@niallgoddard02]

Bad call by judges. I get that they can't review all random footage provided but if they get such good footage which shows the fault as clearly as it does... They might need to review it. You did amazingly well Adam. And all your team is are a huge credit to you. Keep shredding tyres and being awesome my guy 👌.

[@justinws14]

Next time man! Appreciate the positive energy through a time where you could easily bash what happened...big inspiration man

[@beau9387]

gotta say first three rounds of comp were beautiful… literally on there doors on chase. good job keep it up

[@bigskrewface]

Shoutout from Australia 🇦🇺

[@fordpower8264]

Man that was a bad call for sure! It was plan as day . How they missed that call is mind blowing

[@noxiouglint]

Great video. Congrats getting up there to you and your team sucks you went out like that but your driving is looking much better.

[@tyr427]

Hey Adam if you want a quicker rack get a 4 cylinder z3 rack. They're half a turn faster from lock to lock, common upgrade for track guys on the e36's and they bolt in

[@Gravstein]

Z3 is 2.7 compared to the e36 M3 3.2 turns. If i'm not mistaken. Nice and simple upgrade.

[@slysplasteringsly1012]

Ime a n8te. Indeed I am there for all my boys in need. Mates are gr8te. . . Dude you have turned up the heat lately. . First started watching your Chanel when you went to Archie in Brisbane. My boy Luke rocks. Big drifty boy Australian. Yo your car is ready to come back Australian tour . LZ INVITATIONAL

[@7omBurrows]

Classic American drifting. Car way overpowered/overbuilt for ability. Bad times that something like this causes you to be knocked out of competition, props to your pit-crew for giving it a go trying to fix the car. Better luck next time!

[@patrikmarcan]

So bummed for you and your team. Love how you take it, you a champ!

[@mentaldnb244]

Yes! Drum and bass montages!

[@nielsreiziger4850]

Really bummed how the situation turned out. But the positife attitude you got is what keeps you rolling. Winner in my book

[@danielamezquita6775]

I went and saw you out there and omg you were a beast as always you killed it. Thanks for the picture thankfully I saw you before you left on your bike! My first time a drift event and saw you I couldn’t pass it up😁

[@DGFISHZ]

Like Chelsea said it’s not about winning that makes you the best team it’s your team and your bond! Keep working Adam you have an amazing crew sucks that you couldn’t make it in time but still looking like the winning team. Y’all work amazing together I wish I had friends like that. much love man❤

[@isaacscott4427]

Big props Adam. Good attitude

[@InfiniteDreamz27]

lovin the dnb music. Props editor

[@hobostewert]

Talk about mustache completely on point I haven't seen a uniformed liper of snipper of that caliber sense the Civil War forest fire of 19 89

[@IS300Spartan]

That was some killer driving in this video Adam. Respect where respect is due 🙏

[@MH-pe8wj]

Very professional Adam 👏

[@TehKairo]

that driver was definitely playin dirty and he knows

[@Hunnygaming.]

If only the e36 was ur fd car ur so calm in this ride one of my favorites to c u drive ur so in tune with this one

[@sheiladavis2304]

Adam you got robbed plain and simple. For the fact you're probably one of, if not the most honest driver out there.(in my opinion) Coupled with the fact that you have corroborating video. I know you would never but I have to say,"That's some weak tea dude." You would be one of the first to admit if it was your mistake and he wouldn't. The worst it would've done is given you time to make the repair. Sorry that happened. You were in the zone.

[@timsheahan3951]

anyone else see the last clip of the video where adam also hand braked in almost the same area in his lead?

[@dylanburch5379]

Boost loading !!! Rocket ship mode activated.

[@joelslifeofcars7221]

Thankyou for being great Adam we appreciate you ❤️

[@mattyice6521]

Shout out Mike the drum and bass with drifting are vibess.

[@Thic_300]

Great driving Adam! I do have to ask tho because d live that radiator you damaged in the race. I think it would be so cool to have one of the parts off your cars! How much would i have to pay to have something like that sent to me

[@hitmixhyepock9405]

Yeah...you can see him check up a few times in the sweepers.

[@christiangreen1477]

playing your lead run as the outro, was the most petty thing i seenz today... and i am here for it..

[@RazeEdge]

This track layout is a mini irwindale with a extra OZ lol. Looks fun rippin!

[@FL0WLIKEM3]

That run with the Supra tho oh man 🥶💯

[@kyledunton1351]

The music in this episode makes me feel very Forza themed and I loved it

[@vShxde3]

Garbage call. Great driving Adam and great work from the team to try and get it together.

[@thegrouchytub7837]

Notification squad!!!

[@raphaelgrenier162]

Kid

[@sevdalinmusinkov9689]

Dude… You are born to drive this car…. In my opinion this car you drive the best!!!

[@jtgeorge8888]

Man, Adam. I hope you realize how great Jon is! Look how far he has been with. Back to your old shop to now a whole compound!