> > As far as I'm aware, they are allowed if mounted securely. I see what
> > you're getting at - turn on the clock on the display, and poof, you can
> > watch the video and calculate your times to within a second or so.
That's a
> > possibility I hadn't considered.
>
> Right. But you won't be able to evaluate any of that until -after- the
> lapping session. That I think is the key difference. Having a real time
> timing of your laps, vs. reviewing a recording.
True, but a friend in the stands timing you with a stopwatch isn't going to
be able to give you your times until after the session anyway (unless you
have a clandestine two way radio setup in your helmet). I think a lot of it
is the intent. A video camera lets you tape your lapping sessions and
review your technique later, not to mention brag to friends and family over
a couple of cold ones. ;) A stopwatch is specifically for timing, and
nothing else. Being able to calculate your lap times by watching a video is
merely a beneficial side effect.
- Justin
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