Spielberg Circuit

Description: Sports: Motorsport / Sport Topic: Motorsport Venues

Newest Review: ... Layout ------ It is a very short lap at A1. It takes only about 70-75 seconds a lap compared to 80-100 seconds at some circuits. Its more like a go Kart track. Essentially it is 3 main straights, interconnected by a series of corners. Turn One and turn Two are quite tight by modern standards and normally result in a crash or two. The grand prix weekend is basically the only use the track ... more

... will get during the year so it takes some time to "clean". This means that there is a layer of dust and dirt on the track which greatly affects grip from the tyres. It takes a few laps to get some rubber down and ready for racing. This is why driv...more

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Spielberg Circuit: Short and sweet (467 words)
by - written on 14/05/01 (Very useful, 28 readings)
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Atmosphere ---------- If you are used to excitable fans, flocking crowds and general razamatazz that follows formula One, then Austria draws a sharp contrast to your expectations. The circuit in Spielberg, Austria, known as the A1 ring, is far from being the most exciting place on earth. Despite producing world champions (Jochen Rindt and Nikki Lauda) the fans do not seem to be that interested in Grand Prix racing. The circuit is never sold out. This is a shame when you consider countries are crying out to hold one of these prestigious events. The grandstands are half full and its had to get the crowd interested. Layout ------ It ... Read the complete review

Simple Circuit. (334 words)
by - written on 13/05/01 (Very useful, 27 readings)
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The A1-Ring circuit at Spielberg in Austria has the reputation for being a simple circuit for the drivers, but it often produces some really good races. On this site originally was the famous Osterreichring circuit that produced some classic races but unfortunately was too long for the demands of modern racing and television coverage. In 1997 the new circuit was opened after a £15 million investment. This track is very smooth and the non-abrasive surface of the track is very easy on tyres, but this results in very low grip so the cars have to have a large amount of downforce which can make the set-up of the cars very difficult. Also there is a fair ... Read the complete review

Spielberg Circuit: Beautiful scenery! (431 words)
by - written on 10/07/00 (Useful, 17 readings)
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The scenery around the A1 ring is mountainous and beautiful for tourists, but the circuit itself is not a classic by any stretch of the imagination. It is a shadow of it's former self, back in the mid-eighties there were some great races around the old circuit, then known as the Osterichring. The slimmed down circuit is very difficult to overtake on, even more than most circuits as it has no long straights to speak of. From the start there is a quick dash up the steep hill into the first corner, a tight 90 degree right hander at Castrol. This is an important corner as getting it right means you will get a good run into the second straight which is where ... Read the complete review

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