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Originally Posted by D_o_S
Basically, it comes down to this: do I need an instructor?
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yes
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Originally Posted by D_o_S
Are the things I'm going to learn from the instructor of greater benefit than pure seat time?
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YES
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Originally Posted by D_o_S
I have read Ross Bentley's book, as well as others... I'm well aware of the theory in regards to driving fast, but I'm not that well aware of what the car can actually do, sensing the limit, etc.
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Understanding the theory is a good start, applying it (correctly) is the next step. An instructor will point you the right way before you can continue on your own. I've been driving solo for the last 2 seasons and once in a while I get an instructor to ride with me just for feedback/point out bad habits I've picked up along the way. I always end up picking up useful advice that improves my driving and lap times.
Stick with instructor-based driving schools and throw in a racing school if possible. Not just skidpad exercises, full-course instruction-based sessions. Lapping the ring is sure fun but can wait till a bit later on.
Hope this helps