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Old 03-22-2001, 03:58 PM   #17
Jonathan
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Join Date: Feb 2001
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Location: Natick, MA USA
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1999 Legacy GT Ltd
Quick Silver Metallic

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Forgive me for exposing my ignorance:

Isn't heel & Toe down-shifting/Braking intended for those who want to be smooth at relatively high speeds ?

I have always thought that with a FWD or AWD car, you can approach a tight corner flat-out, pitch the car sideways on entry into the corner (usually with the handbrake), and then just before you hit the apex, gently roll back on the throttle ?
In snow or on dirt, that has always worked best for me. I have never really tried "hero driving" techniques above say 45 mph, though.

I must admit I haven't ever taken the time to learn heal-toe driving...
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