The Lone Road iRacing Podcast

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A weekly Podcast discussing iRacing Road racing plus other helpful topics.

  1. DTM: From Motorsport Titan to Near Extinction… Can iRacing Bring It Back?

    6d ago

    DTM: From Motorsport Titan to Near Extinction… Can iRacing Bring It Back?

    Comment on the show?..send me a text! DTM was once one of the most feared and respected racing championships in the world. Factory-backed monsters from Mercedes, Audi and BMW battled wheel-to-wheel in a series known for aggressive racing, huge crowds and brutal touring cars. So what happened? Why did DTM almost collapse… and can the new official DTM Series on iRacing help bring it back to life? In this episode of The Lone Road iRacing Podcast, Guy Robertson explores: 🏁 The golden era of DTM 🏁 Why the championship nearly disappeared 🏁 The controversial move to GT3 🏁 Why modern DTM still matters 🏁 How successful DTM could become on iRacing PLUS this week’s iRacing Agony Uncle: “Am I racing the cars I love… or the cars everyone tells me I should race?”A huge discussion about sim racing identity, burnout, iRating pressure and why fun sometimes disappears from online racing. 🎧 27 minutes of sim racing discussion, motorsport history and iRacing chat. Sponsored by Outlap Shop  Focus. Prepare. Perform. Shows e-mail: theloneroadiracingpodcast@gmail.com YouTube Pod: https://youtu.be/v0QQJSu4JPI Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554966076972  Outlap store: https://outlapshop.com #iRacing #DTM #SimRacing #GT3 #Motorsport #TouringCars #SimRacingPodcast #TheLoneRoadiRacingPodcast N.B: Intro & Outro music by Udio AI music Generator Support the show

    27 min
  2. iRacing: Can Sim Racers Become Real Drivers?

    May 21

    iRacing: Can Sim Racers Become Real Drivers?

    Comment on the show?..send me a text! What started as “just gaming” has become one of the biggest shifts in modern motorsport. This week on The Lone Road iRacing Podcast, Guy Robertson explores the incredible rise of sim racers becoming real-world racing drivers. We deep dive into the legendary stories of:  Jann Mardenborough  James Baldwin …and discuss how platforms like iRacing have changed motorsport forever. Can sim racing genuinely prepare drivers for real racing?  What skills transfer?  What absolutely doesn’t?  Could an ordinary iRacer ever make the jump? We also discuss:  🏁 Racecraft & consistency  🏁 Pressure & mindset  🏁 Fitness & real-world challenges  🏁 Esports pathways  🏁 Motorsport opportunities for everyday racers  🏁 The emotional connection between sim racing and real racing Plus this week’s iRacing Agony Uncle: “Am I too old to try real-world motorsport?”🎧 The Lone Road iRacing Podcast with Guy Robertson. #iRacing #SimRacing #Motorsport #GTAcademy #JannMardenborough #JamesBaldwin #SimToReal #LeMans #Esports #RacingGames Shows e-mail: theloneroadiracingpodcast@gmail.com YouTube Pod: https://youtu.be/-IICeotX0wg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554966076972 Outlap store: https://outlapshop.com N.B: Intro & Outro music by Udio AI music Generator Support the show

    28 min
  3. iRacing: Improvement Opportunities

    May 14

    iRacing: Improvement Opportunities

    Comment on the show?..send me a text! This week on The Lone Road iRacing Podcast, Guy Robertson dives into the features and systems many iRacers feel are still missing from the sim. Why don’t official series use more true night racing?  Should rookie series include rain racing from day one?  Why doesn’t gravel feel more punishing in wet conditions?  Would a rookie mentor programme improve racecraft and reduce chaos? Plus this week’s iRacing Agony Uncle comes from returning listener Steve, who asks a brilliant question about fuel strategy, tyre choices, GT3 sprint pitstops and how to start learning endurance racing properly without becoming overwhelmed. This episode explores:  🏁 Night racing immersion  🌧️ Rookie rain racing debate  🪨 Gravel realism & consequences  🧠 Rookie mentoring systems  ⛽ Fuel strategy explained simply  🛞 GT3 tyre strategy basics  📊 Endurance racing mindset  🎙️ iRacing Agony Uncle Sponsored by Outlap.  Focus. Prepare. Perform. Shows e-mail: theloneroadiracingpodcast@gmail.com YouTube Pod: https://youtu.be/cEfniN6zQhU Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554966076972 Outlap: https://outlapshop.com #iRacing #SimRacing #GT3 #Motorsport #RacingGames #SimRacer #EnduranceRacing #TheLoneRoadiRacingPodcast N.B: Intro & Outro music by Udio AI music Generator Support the show

    24 min
  4. iRacing Career Mode: The Missing Link Between Chaos and Racecraft?

    May 7

    iRacing Career Mode: The Missing Link Between Chaos and Racecraft?

    Comment on the show?..send me a text! Is iRacing finally getting a Career Mode… and could it transform the way we learn to race? In this episode of The Lone Road iRacing Podcast, we dive deep into what Career Mode could mean for new and experienced iRacers. From structured progression and racecraft development to the psychology behind better decision-making, this episode explores whether iRacing is missing a key piece of the puzzle. We compare how other racing titles like Gran Turismo 7, F1 23, and Forza Motorsport approach progression—and why iRacing has the opportunity to do it differently. We also break down:  Why racecraft—not speed—is the real skill gap  How Career Mode could reduce Lap 1 chaos  The mental health side of iRacing (tilt, frustration, confidence)  How to improve faster using leagues, Discord, and community support  Whether structured progression would have changed YOUR journey Plus, this week’s iRacing Agony Uncle tackles being stuck in D Class and how to break through using smarter practice—not just more racing. 💬 Join the conversation: Would Career Mode make you a better iRacer? Let us know in the comments. 👕 Supported by Outlap Focus. Prepare. Perform. Shop: https://outlapshop.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/outlapshopcom 🎧 The Lone Road iRacing Podcast New episodes every week covering racecraft, mindset, iRacing updates, and real-world improvement tips for every level of driver. Shows e-mail: theloneroadiracingpodcast@gmail.com YouTube Pod: https://youtu.be/o1YHx7WssvA Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554966076972 N.B: Intro & Outro music by Udio AI music Generator Support the show

    22 min
  5. 👉 iRacing: What Makes a GREAT Race Track? (Why Some Work… and Others Don’t)

    Apr 30

    👉 iRacing: What Makes a GREAT Race Track? (Why Some Work… and Others Don’t)

    Comment on the show?..send me a text! What makes a great race track on iRacing? Is it iconic real-world circuits like Mount Panorama Circuit and Silverstone Circuit…  or is it something deeper like flow, overtaking opportunities, and race dynamics? In this episode of The Lone Road iRacing Podcast, we break down exactly what separates great tracks from frustrating ones. We explore:  Flow & rhythm and why some tracks just feel right Overtaking zones vs divebomb chaos  Punishment vs forgiveness in track design  Short vs long tracks and mental fatigue  Why car + track combinations matter more than you think  How iRacing’s weather system completely transforms racing Plus, in this week’s iRacing Agony Uncle, we answer: 👉 How do you create a race session strategy? If you’ve ever struggled with consistency, racecraft, or just wondered why some tracks produce incredible racing and others don’t… this episode is for you. 👇 Get Involved Got a question for the iRacing Agony Uncle?  Drop it in the comments or message the show! 👕 Sponsored by Outlap Focus. Prepare. Perform.  👉 outlapshop.com 🎧 Listen on all platforms Search: The Lone Road iRacing Podcast Shows e-mail: theloneroadiracingpodcast@gmail.com YouTube Pod: https://youtu.be/ZedqdZAw-YE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554966076972 N.B: Intro & Outro music by Udio AI music Generator Support the show

    28 min
  6. iRacing: The Mental Edge – Focus, Fatigue & Race Decisions

    Apr 23

    iRacing: The Mental Edge – Focus, Fatigue & Race Decisions

    Comment on the show?..send me a text! Why do you lose pace mid-race in iRacing… even when you’ve practiced? In this episode of The Lone Road iRacing Podcast, Guy Robertson dives into the real reason most iRacers lose positions—and it’s not speed. We explore:  Why your focus fades during races  How fatigue affects decision making The hidden impact of sleep, diet, and hydration How to build mental resilience and recover from mistakes  A practical decision-making framework to improve racecraft instantly Plus, this week’s iRacing Agony Uncle features Steve, a new iRacer asking about the reporting system:  Does iRacing take all reports seriously?  When do you get contacted?  Is there a penalty system? If you want to improve your iRating without turning another lap… this episode is for you. Shows e-mail: theloneroadiracingpodcast@gmail.com YouTube Pod: https://youtu.be/2MzNjYApe_M Outlap store: https://outlapshop.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554966076972 N.B: Intro & Outro music by Udio AI music Generator Support the show

    30 min
  7. iRacing: Have I Lost It? – The Rookie Trap & The Mental Game

    Apr 16

    iRacing: Have I Lost It? – The Rookie Trap & The Mental Game

    Comment on the show?..send me a text! This week on The Lone Road iRacing Podcast, I did something unexpected… I dropped back into the Rookie FF1600 Series at Summit Point with one goal in mind: 👉 Rebuild confidence 👉 Regain iRating 👉 Reset my racing But what actually happened? Chaos.  Unpredictability.  And a question every iRacer eventually faces… “Have I lost it?” In this episode, we dive deep into:  Why dropping into rookies isn’t as easy as it sounds  The reality of racing against unpredictable drivers  The mental toll of poor results vs actual performance  How your mindset—not your speed—defines your results  Why this chaotic environment might actually make you a better driver PLUS…  🧠 iRacing Agony Uncle returns! This week: What third-party tools should you actually be using? We break down:  Overlays  Spotters  Telemetry tools  And how they improve your racing without overwhelming you 🔥 Key Takeaway: Sometimes… you haven’t lost it. You’ve just entered a different battlefield. 👕 Sponsored by Outlap Focus. Prepare. Perform.  Check out the latest gear 👉 outlapshop.com 📩 Got a question for the Agony Uncle? Send it in and be part of the show! 👍 Don’t forget to: Like 👍  Subscribe 🔔  Share with your fellow iRacers 🏁 shows e-mail: theloneroadiracingpodcast@gmail.com Outlap: https://outlapshop.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554966076972  YouTube Pod: https://youtu.be/ChuDo2Q5XNA N.B: Intro & Outro music by Udio AI music Generator Support the show

    20 min

  8. Apr 9

    iRacing: The Consistency Crisis – Why One Good Race Means Nothing

    Comment on the show?..send me a text! Ever had that one perfect race… only to follow it with a disaster? In this episode of The Lone Road iRacing Podcast, Guy Robertson dives deep into the Consistency Crisis affecting iRacers of all levels. Why do we go from podium contenders to midfield chaos in the space of one session?  Is it bad luck… or something more? 🎯 In this episode:  Why one good race means nothing without consistency  The real reasons your iRating goes up and down  The hidden mistakes most iRacers don’t realise they’re making  How to build repeatable performance week after week  Practical tips to improve racecraft, mindset, and results 🩺 iRacing Agony Uncle: “I qualify well but lose positions in the race… what am I doing wrong?” If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or inconsistent on iRacing… this episode is for you. 👍 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with a fellow iRacer! 📩 Got a question for the show? Send it in and feature in a future Agony Uncle segment. Shows e-mail: theloneroadiracingpodcast@gmail.com Outlap: https://outlapshop.com YouTube Pod: https://youtu.be/0mcSZp4i9lQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554966076972 N.B: Intro & Outro music by Udio AI music Generator Support the show

    20 min
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A weekly Podcast discussing iRacing Road racing plus other helpful topics.

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  • Creator
    Guy
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    189
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 The Lone Road iRacing Podcast
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