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@Cas
Apologies Mr Smith, I didn't realise you were flirting wit me! My eye was on the job in hand.
Yeah you are right, the timing of the racers is only as accurate as the person operating the stop watches, who will inevetably be inconsistent to a degree. There are also bound to be small differences in the equipment and components both on the roller rigs no matter how well maintained they are.
What matters most is the atmosphere that these events create and I haven't been impressed by any of the digital displays of starting and timekeeping. I don't think you can beat a big ol' mechanical clock.