GARMIN CATALYST DRIVING PERFORMANCE - Page 2

poor-sha · 10-14-2020, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by ZRacerLE

I mainly do scca time attack time trials. No doubt this device will help. I'll be buying one before my next event. But can it be setup and used for "start/stop" events like track sprints and autox?

It seems like no, not at this point. I *think* they are working on it. There is a Garmin Catalyst users group on FB you might want to ask.

ZRacerLE · 10-14-2020, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by poor-sha

It seems like no, not at this point. I *think* they are working on it. There is a Garmin Catalyst users group on FB you might want to ask.

Thanks!

ZRacerLE · 10-17-2020, 09:28 PM

Just pulled the trigger. Should arrive next week. Next track weekend just before Thanksgiving. Looking forward to seeing what this gadget can do.

hooligan317 · 10-18-2020, 08:26 PM

I've done two events with mine so far and I really like it. I have PDR and enjoy that for the overlay and how easy it is to upload content to YouTube, etc. The Garmin however, lets me simply sit down with the unit in between sessions and review where I can be making changes to find time. It's also really simple to find specific laps & segments where maybe you had something interesting happen on track (a pass, 2 wheels off etc.) that you can jump right to very quickly to watch or show someone.

It's expensive, yes, and I do wish the data overlay exported with the video. That said, I don't regret the purchase at all.

kropscamaro16 · 10-19-2020, 10:53 AM

thanks guys let me know what you think! was going to order a new gopro 9 but may just save up and get one of these

ZRacerLE · 10-19-2020, 06:42 PM

Just installed, but still have a month before next event.

Does anyone know if the the back of touchscreen needs to be facing straight towards the front of the car and vertical for accelerometer and gyroscope accuracy? I have it tilting slightly towards me and slightly pointing up.

Also, I put the camera to the right of the electronics box behind the mirror, so it's not perfectly in the middle and pointing it to the center of the hood gives it an angle off center.

poor-sha · 10-19-2020, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by ZRacerLE

Just installed, but still have a month before next event.

Does anyone know if the the back of touchscreen needs to be facing straight towards the front of the car and vertical for accelerometer and gyroscope accuracy? I have it tilting slightly towards me and slightly pointing up.

Also, I put the camera to the right of the electronics box behind the mirror, so it's not perfectly in the middle and pointing it to the center of the hood gives it an angle off center.

It works fine at an angle.

ZRacerLE · 10-20-2020, 02:41 AM

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Originally Posted by poor-sha

It works fine at an angle.

Thanks. Need to knock 3 seconds off my MSRH lap or I'm asking for my money back, lol!

hooligan317 · 10-20-2020, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by ZRacerLE

Thanks. Need to knock 3 seconds off my MSRH lap or I'm asking for my money back, lol!

:GARMIN exits the chat:

kropscamaro16 · 10-20-2020, 10:11 AM

can you turn off the annoying chat btw? not sure if live coaching would be fun or not lol unless you can change it to arnolds voice or something funny

ZRacerLE · 10-20-2020, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by kropscamaro16

can you turn off the annoying chat btw? not sure if live coaching would be fun or not lol unless you can change it to arnolds voice or something funny

Arnold voice would be hilarious: DO IT, DO IT NOOOOWWWAAA!!

kropscamaro16 · 10-20-2020, 01:03 PM

TURN IN NOW! GREAT JOB ! BRAKE NOW!!

poor-sha · 10-20-2020, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by kropscamaro16

can you turn off the annoying chat btw? not sure if live coaching would be fun or not lol unless you can change it to arnolds voice or something funny

Yeah, it also has a basic and advanced coaching - I had the advanced on so it's more talkative. Arnold voice would be awesome.

Rodan · 10-20-2020, 07:44 PM

A little late to the thread... I'm really interested in the tech, but it's a little limited in the current iteration.

IMHO the biggest limitation is that it can only coach up to the fastest it's ever gone in that car. For a new/less consistent driver, it could be pretty darn helpful; but for an experienced driver that has plateaued and is looking to break into the next level it won't have anything to offer. I guess you can always put a faster driver in your car to set the benchmark for the Garmin, but that becomes increasingly difficult as you and your car get faster.

Here's one of the best reviews I've read, from the standpoint of a serious racer:

https://amtmotorsport.com/blogs/news...-racers-review

I really like the useability of it, and ease of reading the display in the car. The lack of data overlay for the video is pretty disappointing at the price point.

IMHO a dedicated data system will probably give more benefit to an intermediate/advanced driver for the $$$$, but I really hope they continue to develop the Catalyst and address it's shortcomings.

10-19-2020, 10:53 AM	#19
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10-20-2020, 10:11 AM	#24
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 9,817	can you turn off the annoying chat btw? not sure if live coaching would be fun or not lol unless you can change it to arnolds voice or something funny __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

10-20-2020, 01:03 PM	#26
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 9,817	TURN IN NOW! GREAT JOB ! BRAKE NOW!! __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

10-17-2020, 09:28 PM	#17
ZRacerLE Drives: The DSSV Twins: ZR2 and ZLE A10 Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: TX Posts: 889	Just pulled the trigger. Should arrive next week. Next track weekend just before Thanksgiving. Looking forward to seeing what this gadget can do.

10-18-2020, 08:26 PM	#18
hooligan317 Drives: 2020 Camaro ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: IN Posts: 69	I've done two events with mine so far and I really like it. I have PDR and enjoy that for the overlay and how easy it is to upload content to YouTube, etc. The Garmin however, lets me simply sit down with the unit in between sessions and review where I can be making changes to find time. It's also really simple to find specific laps & segments where maybe you had something interesting happen on track (a pass, 2 wheels off etc.) that you can jump right to very quickly to watch or show someone. It's expensive, yes, and I do wish the data overlay exported with the video. That said, I don't regret the purchase at all.

10-19-2020, 06:42 PM	#20
ZRacerLE Drives: The DSSV Twins: ZR2 and ZLE A10 Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: TX Posts: 889	Just installed, but still have a month before next event. Does anyone know if the the back of touchscreen needs to be facing straight towards the front of the car and vertical for accelerometer and gyroscope accuracy? I have it tilting slightly towards me and slightly pointing up. Also, I put the camera to the right of the electronics box behind the mirror, so it's not perfectly in the middle and pointing it to the center of the hood gives it an angle off center.

10-20-2020, 07:44 PM	#28
Rodan Drives: 2018 ZL1 coupe Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Prescott, Arizona Posts: 589	A little late to the thread... I'm really interested in the tech, but it's a little limited in the current iteration. IMHO the biggest limitation is that it can only coach up to the fastest it's ever gone in that car. For a new/less consistent driver, it could be pretty darn helpful; but for an experienced driver that has plateaued and is looking to break into the next level it won't have anything to offer. I guess you can always put a faster driver in your car to set the benchmark for the Garmin, but that becomes increasingly difficult as you and your car get faster. Here's one of the best reviews I've read, from the standpoint of a serious racer: https://amtmotorsport.com/blogs/news...-racers-review I really like the useability of it, and ease of reading the display in the car. The lack of data overlay for the video is pretty disappointing at the price point. IMHO a dedicated data system will probably give more benefit to an intermediate/advanced driver for the $$$$, but I really hope they continue to develop the Catalyst and address it's shortcomings.

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