(FREE) Chapter 1: The Basics
What is the iRating? (00:00)
iRating is a numerical value that represents a player's skill and performance. When you compete in races in iRacing, your iRating can go up or down based on your performance in those races. If you perform well in races, your iRating will increase, and if you perform poorly, it will decrease. This system is used to match players with similar skill levels in races, making for more competitive and balanced online racing.
What are Race Splits? (00:48)
In iRacing, "splits" refer to the division of participants in a race into different groups or sessions based on their iRating or skill levels. Splits are used to ensure competitive and balanced racing by grouping drivers of similar skill and experience together. Here's how splits work in iRacing
What is the SoF? (01:07)
The Strength of Field (SoF) in iRacing refers to the overall skill level and competitiveness of a particular race or event. The SoF is calculated based on the iRating (average) of all the drivers participating in that race. It represents how challenging and competitive a race is expected to be. Here's how the SoF can affect your iRating
