So here's where you tell me I am nuts: Sim = Real

Since I’m not a high/level driver and have no clue what their resources for training are like, I can’t assume that sim would benefit them. It’s entirely possible that they can get enough time on track to work their craft most effectively IRL.

But, most of us don’t get enough seat time. Take 2 racers of equal ability and put them in the same series. One just does the monthly races and practice saturdays. Once does that and also trains on sim daily. It is clear to me that karter #2 is going to grow and improve faster.

My opinion, of course, but my experiences seem to support this thesis.

Admittedly not. But that doesn’t change the feel of the driving. Just how it’s expressed.