ABS on the Track

[racer_d]

While I understand the whole "threshold braking" concept and excecution (having been raised on NON ABS equipped cars, I see nothing wrong with the ABS engaging if conditions warrant it. Depending on the computer generation of the ABS, you may have no choice but to engage it to maximize your braking. Especially in bumpy brake zones- like Turn 1 and sometimes Turn 5 at Summit Point.

I know lots of folks preach "I never engage the abs at the track" but to me, about 99 % of them truly havent gotten the most from their brakes. ABS isn't a crutch, unless you let it become one. I prefer not to have the ABS engage (I find it distracting) but I like having it engage rather than smoking up and flatspotting a $200 tire.

[Adam]

Originally Posted by racer_d

I know lots of folks preach "I never engage the abs at the track" but to me, about 99 % of them truly havent gotten the most from their brakes. .

I feel the same way, if you aren't engaging the ABS then you are leaving something on the table and your braking distances could be shorter.

[easyc]

With my Hoosiers... Ive found my ABS is pretty much non-existent except for really slow turns... its isn't a real clutch, but I like to stay out of it

[MartinJ]

My track experience is low but my experience is that my ABS engages when I screw up (just a little too much speed or late brake) or when I suddenly jump hard on the brakes. Jumping hard on the brakes is something I am working on and have managed to reduce/eliminate. Last time at the track I decided to work on my line and smoothness. The ABS came on much less frequently, my speed improved along with my comfort level. I regard the ABS as a training aid, which stops me smoking expensive tires. Now if I could get my toe and roll downshifts to work I would be much happier!