Why The Nurburgring 24 Hours Is The Greatest Race In The World

[@germshroom9786]

One of the best parts of the race was that it was free online. No needing to find some shady streams or paying some monthly subscription for an event.

[@Preezb]

If you do not care about going into the stadium, you can also watch the race for free around the ring. They are luckily still very close to the fans.

[@air_piepie2052]

Haha cries in french

[@ta18269]

Wonder how much longer this will last... Hopefully a long time yet

[@mbn1083]

RIP Dacia Logan. Along with Foxtail, you were by far the fan favorite.

[@swilleh_]

not even the Dacia Sandero smh

[@ananastudio]

@@swilleh_ I've heard that it has been delayed :(

[@maxwellhatkow6209]

@@ananastudio OH NO!

[@ducnle7990]

@@maxwellhatkow6209Anywayss

[@PHHE1]

15 years ago we had 220 cars and more that would have wanted to participate. 150 of those were cars like the Dacia whilst still having awesome GT cars in the front. I find it so depressing that kids nowadays only know this gt3 era post organizers killing the race for TV fame and dull F1 crowds

[@ES90344]

Watching this years race on livestream was magical. It was a fantastic race. So awesome for Frikadelli to take the overall win for Sabine.

[@truckatadders]

I hope the livestream from Le Mans is just as good 👌🏻👌🏻

[@jehoffy_148]

I was there and watched it all live, it’s a racing event you cannot compare to anything else. The fans and the competitors all sticking together even tho they compete makes it something really special 🥰

[@gramathy999]

new distance record too

[@eebergkamen]

​@@jehoffy_148 fully agree it's a really good experience and I think it speaks for itself when there where only like 30crimes reported and the camping areas were clean

[@PvtDonutDJ88]

24 Hours of the Ring is basically a Battle Royal for Motorsports.

[@yurilopes420]

racing did BR before FPS's did CONFIRMED

[@Jharapnuik17]

14:51 seeing the GT4 going on 2 wheels in the rear view was so sick.

[@helljumper6192]

Man, this year's race was epic. Fights all over the place, especially the battle between BMW and Audi in the night and RIcardo Feller driving like a mad man because of the penalty. When I woke up at 4 am, two Audis were out, a GT4 was in the gravel and shortly after the Dacia was ded. But when at the end the Frikadelli Ferrari won, I was full of joy and kinda sad, that we have to wait another year for the next 24h race. Hopefully with more cars next year.

[@jsade]

Feller was incredible. Others called him crazy for his driving there, but I mean it in the most positive way.

[@coreymillward5984]

The intro to this video is class. You can tell the passion is there. Love it. Well played.

[@BBROPHOTO]

The unique nature of the length of the track adds SOOO much to it too. Getting a puncture 2 minutes into the lap is really problematic, fuel tactics, weather due to the sheer size of the track, timing of yellow flags actually playing out and can really shake up things. N24 is so badass. The Dacia crash was so genuinely heartbreaking to watch live too :( Outside of that, there was some epic battles going down. The two Mercedes AMGs were neck and neck for a while battling each other.

[@gwivongalois6169]

One of those cars came out of the box and stood 100m after the exit. My first thought was, "OMG, he doesn't have to drive all the track to get back, does he?" (He was allowed to use a shortcut.)

[@BBROPHOTO]

@@gwivongalois6169 Also the Lambo crawling back to the pits was amazing to see it safely make it back.

[@windhelmguard5295]

i wouldn't necessarily call it the best race in the world, but it's absolutely the most challenging. the unique thing about the nürburg ring is that it's just really dangerous to drive with other cars on it. like there are a lot of hills where you straight up can not see what's behind, the track narrows down to a scary degree at many points, the road is not flat at all either. it looks like someone hammered a ralley track round until both ends roughly overlapped and called it a day. like i honestly believe the designer meant for it to be driven with a co-pilot who has a map and no other cars on it.

[@StephenBailey87]

If this isn't the epitome of the rF2 experience I don't know what is.

[@shonbie]

We need more content like that ! That passion you have and demonstrate is exactly why I subscribed 3 years ago. From the shed to the house, from the sim to the real racing, one thing remained and it's that passion !

[@seanflah408]

I haven't been able to watch as regularly as I used to, such is life, but I'm genuinely glad I tuned in for this. Can really feel Jimbo's enthusiasm and enjoyment.

[@adamplace1414]

Near Miss Jimmy is my favorite Jimmy. That said, watching him fly around the Nurburgring, at night, without breaking his commentary for a second, was pretty unbelievable.

[@eebergkamen]

Was fortunate enough to see this years outing live at the circuit, was really sad when the Dacia crashed and when Grello retired. The people that attend are amazing I'm fairly introverted and I got adopted immediately and drank some beers with them. If you ever have the chance to attend, do so

[@strait6]

It really was excellent. No fuss no annoying people. And great cars everywhere you look. Felt like home :)

[@angryii5411]

14:54 homie went up on two wheels!

[@xdtjv2843]

The foreshadowing is crazy

[@TheFreekThuis]

Awesome video, your enthusiasm is so contagious. Just love to see you having a good time!

[@slugore]

I love these types of videos, Jimmy. They show your passion. That is 100% what I am here for.

[@MrJordanSDean]

The way you spoke about the N24 hit hard. This year also relit the fire under me for this celebration of racing, and reconfirmed my *need* to get there in person.

[@TheChannel1978]

Bucket list iterm for sure. I've been already once for a track day but need to go back for the N24

[@windhelmguard5295]

my brother works at a company that manages the beer supply at festivals, concerts and so on across Germany, he got to work on a music festival there a few years ago, he got to drive his forklift on the track, but they didn't allow him to drive the whole thing (in fact i doubt the big manitou forklift even holds enough fuel to finish a single lab anyway.)

[@jackytwickx5330]

I absolutely agree jimmy. I love all sportscar endurance races but the 24h of the nurburgring really is something special. It's an insane race

[@norbertmajor4109]

22:18 I feel like Jimmy knows something... Can't wait to see you racing here irl!

[@1xRacer]

You introduced me to sim racing now you introduce me to real life racing, ty jimmy ty! Would not have this passion without you

[@rudolfnv6666]

Saw you in the chat, even got that shout out didn’t you Jimmers! It was a good race and ofc because of the weather at Imola; but it was a great race! Soo amazing too to see Fikadelli win! Rest in Peace Sabina Schmidt

[@ojoj8238]

Well it's not easy to describe how going to this race live feels... it is a strange feeling, you feel like you are really part of something, the accessibility that you have is incredible, i did the night at the nords, got back in the paddock at 5 am, than the grandstand, passed the last hour behind the Frikadelli Box following the race on the screens while the tension for the end of the race was rising. This race is tough on the Cars, on the driver, on the team and on the spectators as well. I agree, it is the best race in the world.

[@davidporeilly1]

This years improved TV camera coverage also lifted it to a new level. Spectacular.

[@oswaldoleal7031]

LOL that porsche on two wheels in the rear view mirror at 14:50

[@henrylynch9437]

After watching this indy 500, the celebrations, the excitement. F1 needs more of that.

[@samkwant4050]

Totally agree, the 500 always has that F1 title decider going on. Shame Indy doesn't get too many viewers outside of the 500 because they deserve more

[@TCCcompetition]

​@@samkwant4050 so true

[@Aubrey_2_Hotty]

Amazing race. And not to debate Gran Turismo vs PC Sims, but I still think the N24 Circuit was the best on that game. The day/night is amazing, spectators all around, campfires etc. Just beautiful work from Kaz and Polyphony truly inspired from the love of that race.

[@TylerCSGO]

14:53 OH MY GOD THE GT4 LITERALLY ABOUT TO TIP OVER FIGHTING WITH THE BMW LMFAOOOO

[@hugohebert6272]

If you have the opportunity to go and see it or even an NLS race, go for it, this is the best fan experience you can ever have. Viewing points along the Nordschleife are insane and all of that for a ridiculously low amount of money, which goes to show that the organizers do care about the fans

[@maxcarter5148]

This video is amazing, absolute carnage the whole way. The green hell is truly the pinnacle of motorsport I agree with that for sure

[@griptopia]

love the detail of the jackets on the marshals and the signs reflecting back.. the detail and the beauty is really very cool

[@andymitchell5344]

Foreshadowing much?? I love what you have achieved Jimmy. I cannot wait for this year's N24. Congrats on the race this weekend too.

[@joe7992]

Agreed, it was nice talking to you in stream chat nearer to the end as well

[@WillArtie]

Knowing that Jimmy has raced for realseys many times on this circuit now, and won his class(!), makes me very happy and proud xxx

[@hawkertyphoon4537]

Funny... you just did it this year. Funny man, this Jimmer. as if he knew what he wanted. as if he was any good at anything. Sending a high five.

[@tabization4938]

After Years on the Sim and watching it on YT. I'm so glad I went this year can recommend it to everyone 10/10 Motorsports Event you can't get closer than this . 1150km drive was worth it !

[@blaze4lifedog]

Memes aside, the dacia was such a dangerously slow car to be around the Nurburgring 24h, I was surprised it actually took that long for it to cause an accident.

[@Niet_Stan]

I was there with friends camping at Adenau forst, watched quali1 at the foxhole, and the night stints in the race at miss hit miss. What an experience. Been there a few times before and it doesn’t get boring. Can recommend it to anyone who is able to go. It Will be difficult to find camping spots tho if you arrive later then Monday probably so you maybe need to ask some people if you can camp alongside

[@Ispharel]

Just finished our 24H Nord on AC. We came P1 in class and P8 overall. Porsche GT2 Clubsport is scary round here but great fun. Couldn’t agree more, best race there is :) Edit: just adding to your comment about RF2 being unstable, AC for us was amazing, and whilst we only had around 50 cars, there were 0 server issues, just a bit of lag that comes with AC multiplayer ;)

[@mikehipperson]

Watched the race live for as long as I could and the first 8 laps were absolutely nuts! Loved that the Manta actually finished but the Logan accident was typical of multi class racing. The slower car can't get out of the way of the faster cars that don't want to slow down. Rust In Pieces, Logan!

[@maeve92]

rFactor 2 is actually starting to fix their servers this year. Last year was the year of new content. This year is said to be their server fixing year. At least from what I heard from Michi Hoyer's stream I watched a few days ago.

[@illyze]

Low Fuel Motorsport has the nurbugring race with gt3, porsche cup and btcc!

[@guillermoguillermo4368]

You kinda have a spidey sense to avoid crashes. Very nice. ❤

[@oldieman730]

That was a great video. I liked RF2, especially the day/night/day transitions, variable weather, drying line, the feel of being just on the edge most of the time, and the look of it. My old clan used it for all our annual enduro events, one of which was 24hrs of Nords at 4x time acceleration.. 6 hours online with max of 30 racing mates. Awesome times

[@francisfrancis3374]

Not sure how much time you put into scripting these videos but that intro was so good. You put it so, so well.

[@bigsmoke9935]

I was there, camping for a week and i must say, the atmosphere with all the fans is absolutely one of a kind, and what makes the race the greatest there is

[@mr_sprudel]

I absolutely agree with you that the Nürburgring 24H is the most fantastic race in the world. I was there a couple years ago and actually met you then because of a friend who watched you. I did not, but I have been watching your channel ever since. I am thinking, could this sort of thing be created in multiplayer in Assetto Corsa + CSP + Sol perhaps?

[@dylanwalker7641]

it makes me happy to see him gushing about how much he wanted to drive the ring in real life, to seeing him actually win the real Nurburgring gt4 championship.

[@merik1991]

Damn I was just watching your karting videos and new video popped up.Thanks Jimmy,you’re about to delay my bed time with 23mins 😂

[@davito09]

damn

[@TheScaryName]

Actually Jimmy *pushes glasses up the nose*: I recently had the pleasure of trying out the GT7 on PS5 VR2...wow. The physics are somewhat improved, but the ambiance...mah gerrd, I had to stop the car and just admire the lighting on the dashboard. Absolutely stunningly beautiful.

[@alexsp4853]

I once visited a 6h endurance race around the nurburgring gesamtstrecke with roughly 60 competitors distributed across multiple race craft classes. there were GT3s or so, Tourenwagen and just modded roadcars like a Volkswagen Polo with stickers. i sat on the tribune at the start finish straight towards the first corner. the engine's roars were awesome. right now i have a good chance to get a free taxidrive around the circuit.i am hyped for that. I wish all fellow Nordschleife fans a nice day and may you get the opportunity to drive on the track

[@Nahhhhhhhhhhh489]

R.I.P Dacia Logan 🙏 gone to soon

[@f0en966]

And now Jimmy is part of the Greatest Race in the World Realtalk I am so happy for you Jimmer

[@V0r4xiz]

Despite being subbed, I haven't been keeping tabs on Jimmer in a while but, boy, am I glad the YT algo gave me this gem. It reminds me of what I see in this man. The pure enjoyment and passion compared with almost robotic reflexes and perception.

[@bergmeister86]

Thanks for sharing your passion Jimmy. Great video.

[@PhilippG88]

Could not agree more... LeMans, Indy... both very special events, but to me they do not feel as close to me as the N24. Just seeing something so close to roadcars race with GT3 and experiencing how close to all fans this event is is just amazing. If you are ever at Nürburgring while there is no race going on, rent a bike in Adenau and ride around the ring on your own to properly soak in all the awesome corners.

[@dumian_]

I actually participated in the ACF league NBR24H in Assetto Corsa just last week. Literally almost no requirements to get in except for a just enough bit of driving skill. It was so cool, met new people as I joined a team and we just had an amazing time in the race with our TCR Golf. 48 teams with over 200 people driving that race with us. Le Mans is next in AC in just 3 weeks so excited for that. Definitely got me into league sim racing and got me more into the real NBR/endurance scene

[@LeonardodaWicki]

I've subscribed for years and never commented but this is your best video in my opinion.

[@yannickkohl8264]

Good point about the accessibility (in terms of money) of the event. Some people mentioned that the stream was free as well.

[@emlyndewar]

It’s awesome to go there for the race, but it’s also awesome for how the online coverage is done. Both ways of watching are just amazing.

[@ethangreen3288]

Its amazing to see that now he will be racing in the N24 good luck

[@SicKem]

4:09 just that wreck avoidance alone lets me know how far you've come jimmer. *See ya around birb*

[@t395delta]

i like the fact that you've released this during the IOM TT, probably THE greatest road race in the world

[@dvillisback]

RF2 is easily my favourite simulator. It gets SO MANY THINGS right. And even with all the things that goes wrong. I cant help but love it

[@michaelcort1763]

But Jimmy, the Indy 500 comms team said that the Indy 500 was the "undisputed greatest motor race". How could you possibly argue? They said undisputed.

[@wiz9606]

I have been the past 3 years spectators have been allowed, best atmosphere, best diversity in cars, big SP9 field (GT3), and all the beer and food you can wish for, Germans just do it better, can't wait to go next year already. Great video Jimmer.

[@mervyoung5397]

Great video and driving! I love driving the 911 RSR on the Nordshleife.

[@griptopia]

When Glickenhaus is racing we should support them, they are a new ish team and james and the boys are a nice bunch, james takes his classics to events so kids can grow up knowing the cools stuff from the past, which is exactly how he got into being a petrol head. James is a nice chap and i'm sure if jimmer approached him , james would be up for doing a colab ... great marketing for both parties.. anyways awesome vid as always cannot wait to see more time trial craziness with minty which i'm doing a 3d of, coming soon!! xx

[@AJ-ci8yu]

14:55. Porsche nearly flipped over

[@finallevelboss3359]

Unmissable race, I make sure I watch every minute of the YT live stream every year since I found it in 2017. Amazing track, unpredictable, huge field, insanely close racing especially between the SP9 cars and hundreds of thousands of fans having a 3-4 day party. If only there were more circuits like it! I recommend watching the final laps of the 2017 race, for example. Unforgettable stuff

[@Chip_in]

Epic video Jimmer...ngl when Kevin Estre lost his back left and spun l was guttered for him and the charge was done ...But this years 24H was awesome and happy that a kiwi was in on the gt3 dub ⛳

[@Astroman10]

22:18 - you will have to let us know how it felt!

[@Manuel-9-]

I go in person every year, and yes, it is the biggest race in the world. Nothing compares to it, the concept is just insane. Price is really budget friendly (full week 74 EUR, weekend 70) with access to all the track with no other restriction than the VIP areas. You are literally able to walk through the paddock or do the grid walk 15 minutes before the start of the race, and that's just the starters. Then it's 26 km of track to walk around with the craziest fans you could ever find.

[@KashouWannabe]

Love hearing the Persona 5 Casino Palace theme.

[@respecttheracing1657]

I 100% agree that the 24h NBR is the best race of them all. Great Video aswell! Also: RIP Logan

[@kennethlutze]

I think I agree, any real life nurburgring onboard driven in anger is absolutely spellbinding

[@Josh.Sanderson]

Yes Jimmer what a banger of a video

[@General_RIMT]

Loved this stuff, this is why so many people still hope rfactor 2 will get improved.

[@davidlein2438]

A+. It doesn't have to work well for it to be fun. True simracing content.

[@cat_03tv]

Well who knows, Jimmer... maybe one day we'll see you up there racing for one of the top-class teams on the N24. I mean, we've seen that dreams can come true in the past, so with enough determination and endurance (can I use that word in this context?) you can and will one day be out there. Don't stop believing!

[@AJCCycling]

I started watching this and at 2:30 I decided to just watch the whole 24 hours from 2023. I’m back now to watch the rest of this video 😂. I used to like F1 but grew bored with it. This is what I needed! ❤

[@KompadoodleLEL]

me too! i just found out how much races you can just watch here on youtube, bathurst, rolex 24, nurb, its awesome!

[@christianames6880]

this is awesome i wished it would never end if you ever think of doing this again that would be awesome

[@olliecole7163]

These are the best kinds of videos

[@jacobrzeszewski6527]

You got balls saying this immediately after the Indy 500. XD

[@ShaunMcInnis]

Thumbs up before even pressing play. Thanks Jimmer, I kinda teared up at the beginning.

[@LoWreck]

We just did a 24hr Nordschleife hosted by AC Friends on Assetto Corsa - the epicness of this race is really without comparison. ❤

[@truckatadders]

You should race it jimmmy 👍🏻 Tbh i was aware of the N24 but never really paid it any attention until this year. It's fucking mental man!! Racing cars like that, on THAT circuit, for 24hrs, utter madness 😳😳

[@lucasgamezz140]

Especially so many of them. How many was it? 130?

[@truckatadders]

@lucasgamezz140 Yes, and that was limited. Years ago there were 200 + 😳😳

[@lewisblake6742]

Had the race on while competing in the Silverstone 24 hour in the c1s. Brilliant

[@JallyTee]

I didn't get time to see the race live but I did see the 2 hour classic race before the 24. It was great to see the classic cars push hard. great coverage and such a lively event. RF2 Please sort out your issues, the DLCs are great but let's get the core game sorted!!!

[@Young504real]

N24 got me into endurance racing. I agree with Jimmer's statement.

[@BongoBaggins]

IOM TT says hello

[@MrPuddles3331]

Love watching Jimmer race G EYYY 3 cars.

[@masaha9]

i remeber the vln 2005 for original rfactor, those were the days

[@kukuc96]

I like how they put 16 rev LEDs in this car in RF2, and managed to have it only be able to usefully show 2 states, you could have achieved that much with a single LED. Good job RF2.

[@mrblackrock555]

the fact that the N24 is so cheap in comparison to attend as well definitely makes it unmatched compared to other 24h enduro races too

[@madbull4666]

Completely agree.its one of the cheapest events to go to, food stands everywhere and are actually reasonable in price. Everything about this race is for the drivers and the audience without any corporate interference ruining the experience.

[@lars2648]

the best feeling is that this track will come to acc next season so its finally here in a stable multiplayer

[@gouldyoldyhd1351]

watched the race whilst at snet with the radicals, and was so great when we had a bit of downtime and had the entire team, driver included, gathered around my laptop rooting for the dacia

[@blakecapon4627]

That first lap was one of the most entertaining laps I've ever seen😂👌🏻

[@Exponaut_R-01]

14:53 In the mirror here. This is, the best save, I’ve ever seen the AI do, in any racing game, ever.

[@eamonahern7495]

At least that t2 incident didn't end up like the real life GTs in Macau a few years back! 😆 Edit: I spoke too soon! That was carnage at the far end of the GP circuit! Lol!