UKGPL Season 27 (2014) Amateurs Trophy (65) - Nürburgring - Sep 2

[Robert Fleurke]

Moderation read.  All the race incidents mentioned would until recently, have received a penalty.  Moderation policy has changed.  This stuff is kept dark and mysterious at Ukgpl.

Penalties were stiffened a while back, because cars tangled too often.  Relaxed penalties mean you're generally happier with our behavior.  Most are experienced, and you wish to be friendly.  It would seem friendly to explain policy choices, so I just did!  

The moderation team is in full discussion how we can prevent Start/Red Zone incidents in particular, well at least the frequency it happens. Some think harsher penalties should be applied ec., but in the end it's the mindset of the driver which is most important.

IMO one has to have a mindset to avoid incidents at all costs, especially on Lap 1 when the cars are bunched up. Also being relaxed yet focussed, and finding a balance between being agressive, cautious, and clear headed at the same time. It might be a bit too much too ask but if we all would have a certain mindset and showing a bit more respect to our fellow competitors (try to put yourself in their place) I think  most incidents wouldn't happen.

[Rainier]

Moderation read.  All the race incidents mentioned would until recently, have received a penalty.  Moderation policy has changed.  This stuff is kept dark and mysterious at Ukgpl.

Penalties were stiffened a while back, because cars tangled too often.  Relaxed penalties mean you're generally happier with our behavior.  Most are experienced, and you wish to be friendly.  It would seem friendly to explain policy choices, so I just did!  

About our accident on 1st lap still on red zone, I would have given you a penalty (at least 1 place + 1 for red zone).
But, as I was part of this accident, I could not moderate this one ... other moderator(s) did it and they were more kind than me !

I think you should be happy !

[maddog]

No problem either way David,  I am not working towards a championship win.  The sudden change is important, as different decisions from different Moderators, are reason for unrest amongst the natives.  Good to know and advertise here, that things are clear.  I also think Roberts philosophy is a good one.

BTW, our race was exciting because I did not practice on race fuel.  This was because a free Nurby reset rule during practice, was not announced, and I was kept busy destroying cars, and returning directly to the pits from the hospital.