Okay, so I finally used a boost during a race. Honestly, I was holding back the longest. Not because I did not know that it was right on screen - but I haven't trusted myself yet. For example, what if I use it and then crashed in something immediately? It will be shameful.
But yes, I liked curiosity. I was in the middle of a race, was already struggling to catch, and I saw the promoted option enhances light. My fingers just went for this.
Boom. I hit him.
And wow. The speed hit me immediately. My cart shot further like a crazy. I really passed two players immediately. For a second, I felt invincible - as if I was finally doing something right. it felt good. Like, really good.
But of course, I went away.
It was a sharp turn - I knew it was there, but I did not slow down enough. I went straight into a crate. Bus - Bam. All that speed and progress? Went in a second. I fell back into the race, and yes, sucked it. I just sat there for a second, "Was it really only happened?"
Nevertheless, I can't help, but laugh at myself. It was stupid, but also a little fun. I mean, I made time completely messed up, but this low boost moment? totally worth it. Even if I am not winning.
It is a kind of wild how a small thing can flip the entire race. If I have given it a better time - perhaps it was used on a long straight part instead of right before a turn - I can actually end near the top. So yes, learned lessons: Bust is powerful, but it is not magic. You will still be smart about it.
After that race, I started thinking about all the time when I promoted other players and zoom further. I used to think they were just lucky or better cart or something. No. They just knew when to hit it. Time is really everything.
So yes, the boost is definitely worth using. I was not ready for this for the first time. But I am happy that I tried it. Even by messing up, I am taught something. It added a little chaos in the race- and strangely, I liked it.
I will probably start using it more now. Not in every race, but when it feels right. If you are behind or want to gain an edge then it is a good tool. But you know the track, pay attention, and do not mess up speed with your control.
Anyway, this was my first boost experience. Bit of failure, a win -win bit. But all the same fun.
If you have used the first boost, I want to hear how it went for you. Did you crush the race or crashed as I did?