A new week means a new set of events in our Racing Club. Here's what's on tap from January 6th, right through to January 12th, for our Premium Members.
The fantastic Jide 1600s returns for another great event at the challenging banked course at Meadowdale Raceways on Assetto Corsa. This combination is bound to give our participants a lot to think about as they haul these 1960 French sportscars around this fast circuit, wheel to wheel.
If a more modern class of racing is more your speed, then check out our LMP2 class event at the awesome Road America in Automobilista 2. The LMP2s were somewhat of a surprise highlight for us in the most recent 1.6 update, so now is a better time than ever to give them a try in this week's event.
The schedule features events in Assetto Corsa, Automobilista 2 and rFactor 2 this week, all in a friendly, relaxed setting. Remember to check back over the course of the week, as more events usually get added, including those of our Rally Club!
There is a bit more to it though, of course. The Racing Club hosts events throughout the week in the following simulations:
Racing Club events are open to Premium Members only. However, there are occasional 'Rookie Weeks' or non-Premium Member events to allow everyone to try the Club. To keep track of what events are happening during the week, keep an eye on this post, which will be updated weekly.
Do not be afraid to ask for help if you need it, either! The Club regulars are a helpful bunch, so even online newcomers should feel comfortable in no time and even learn a thing or two.
There are Racing Club rules, of course. They include certain on-track behaviour that is expected of participants, like how to handle incidents and racing around other cars. You can find the full Racing Club rules list here.
The Racing Club often features interesting combinations, like a multiclass race with Clios facing Ginettas. Image: @Interslice
Come race time, you will receive the server password. Simply show up, join the party on the OverTake Discord server and go racing - have fun, and see you on track!
Which Racing Club events are you looking to enter this week? Let us know on Twitter @OverTake_gg or in the comments below!
The fantastic Jide 1600s returns for another great event at the challenging banked course at Meadowdale Raceways on Assetto Corsa. This combination is bound to give our participants a lot to think about as they haul these 1960 French sportscars around this fast circuit, wheel to wheel.
If a more modern class of racing is more your speed, then check out our LMP2 class event at the awesome Road America in Automobilista 2. The LMP2s were somewhat of a surprise highlight for us in the most recent 1.6 update, so now is a better time than ever to give them a try in this week's event.
The schedule features events in Assetto Corsa, Automobilista 2 and rFactor 2 this week, all in a friendly, relaxed setting. Remember to check back over the course of the week, as more events usually get added, including those of our Rally Club!
| Date | Time | Sim | Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. 7 | 19:00 UTC | Assetto Corsa | Jidé 1600 S @ Meadowdale Raceways USA |
| Jan. 7 | 19:30 UTC | Automobilista 2 | LMP2 @ Road America - IMSA Club Race |
| Jan. 8 | 19:00 UTC | Assetto Corsa | FWD vs RWD @ Barbagello |
| Jan. 9 | 19:00 UTC | Assetto Corsa Competizione | BMW M2 - 50 Minutes @ Zolder |
| Jan. 9 | 20:00 UTC | Assetto Corsa | Ford Transit Van, Master of The Green Hell @Nordschliefe |
| Jan. 9 | 20:00 UTC | rFactor 2 | TC 850 @ Knockhill |
What is the Racing Club?
As we recently merged our websites, the OverTake community that had not been around on RaceDepartment before, we felt it might be useful to explain what the Racing Club actually is. Simply put, it is just what the name implies - a club to go racing in.There is a bit more to it though, of course. The Racing Club hosts events throughout the week in the following simulations:
- Assetto Corsa
- Assetto Corsa Competizione
- Automobilista 2
- EA Sports WRC
- RaceRoom (currently inactive)
- rFactor 2
Racing Club events are open to Premium Members only. However, there are occasional 'Rookie Weeks' or non-Premium Member events to allow everyone to try the Club. To keep track of what events are happening during the week, keep an eye on this post, which will be updated weekly.
Just Good, Clean Racing
If you are hesitant about online racing, the Racing Club is nothing to be afraid of. The contrary, actually: It is not about competitive racing and who wins in the end, but rather about having a good time on track - with good, clean racing. This is the core element of the Racing Club.Do not be afraid to ask for help if you need it, either! The Club regulars are a helpful bunch, so even online newcomers should feel comfortable in no time and even learn a thing or two.
There are Racing Club rules, of course. They include certain on-track behaviour that is expected of participants, like how to handle incidents and racing around other cars. You can find the full Racing Club rules list here.
The Racing Club often features interesting combinations, like a multiclass race with Clios facing Ginettas. Image: @Interslice
How To Sign Up
Getting up and running for Club races is easy. As a Premium Member, simply head to the Racing Club forum, find the thread of the event you want to participate in and state your intent to be on the grid. The Club staff member who organizes the event will add you to the list of drivers then. Note that you will need to have your real name added to your user profile to race, as part of the Club rules. Your username does not need to be changed, though.Come race time, you will receive the server password. Simply show up, join the party on the OverTake Discord server and go racing - have fun, and see you on track!
Which Racing Club events are you looking to enter this week? Let us know on Twitter @OverTake_gg or in the comments below!
