[Cgschaefer]

I'm new to my 2016 Cayman (base model with PDK). I've not yet had an opportunity to do an HPDE yet but I look forward to it next spring when it's offered. I have had an opportunity to do a "Track Attack" evening at Dominion Raceway. Lots of fun and I intend to go back. I'm curious, though: do most folks use the PDK paddles to shift on HPDE or DE events or do you just let the PDK automatic handle the shifting for you? Someone told me to let the automatic shift for me while I learn the racing line and the course. But I find I have better control of upshifts and downshifts with the paddles. In automatic mode, I have to stomp on the accelerator to make the car downshift to hit the revs; there is a noticeable lag doing that and I suspect I lose time on the course.

I do love this car! And I love the engine note.