Hey guys,
 
I was pretty impressed with the quick look and TNT to go along with the game.  I had planned on picking it up upon it's release.  However, I downloaded the Dirt 2 demo just to get a feel for what to expect.  Oddly enough, I really didn't enjoy the Dirt 2 demo too much.  I found myself constantly spinning out and having a hell of a time with the trail blazer.  
 
Anyway, what I'm asking is if the game is friendly enough for a new comer to the series.  I've always been partial to the Need for Speed and GT series, so maybe I just need to get out of the handling mindset that go along with those games.
 
Any help is greatly appreciated!
 
Thanks

Does the Dirt 2 demo have assists turned on? They're in the game and should help you out quite a bit. Dirt 2 was my first Dirt game, and I would say if you can drive well in Dirt 2, your skills will carry over into Dirt 3. I'm by no means a hardcore racing game fan and haven't put a crazy amount of hours into the games, but I can still do some nice cornering without any assists, so it's definetely just a matter of a little practice.

Thanks for the input guys.  Perhaps I will give it a shot then.   The rewind feature is something that I have a feeling I'll definitely be needing. 
 
To be honest, the Gymkhana is what has me most intrigued by the game I think.

It's a driving game. There is no story so you can start with whatever game you want. You're going to have to learn how the game works but you can choose 1 2 or 3 to learn on and you'll be fine.

Thanks for the continued input guys.  I appreciate it.