When you launch at a drag strip, trying to get a rolling start is kind of not an option if you want to get a good 60' time. You just need to nail the right launch so you get off the line as quick as possible instead of slowly rolling and then getting on it.

 

i dont look at the rpm, i do like a little roll while easing off the clutch, then hit it

 

Here's a couple examples,

1.) Launching @4500rpm (approx.)

http://mauiboy.horsmen.com/carl1_22jun2006.wmv

2.) Launching @4000rpm (approx.)

http://mauiboy.horsmen.com/carl2_22jun2006.wmv

I'm still learning ofcoarse but you guys are right, its hopping or it bogging...

Mauiboy


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its not really a rolling start. u gotta get it moving a TINY BIT for the smallest fraction of a second; and your available traction will increase tenfold. all said, it will make for a fine 60' time. unless ur on DR's, bad idea.

 

I hold it to the floor til it bounces off the rev limiter, then I neutral slam it into 1st. All is good so far!