tracksidemoto
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Actualy I think you can chose to not have your lap times recorded. You will still have an identifacation sticker so the staff would know if you have paid and what group you would be riding in.
My bike insurance only covers me at a trackday as long as it's not a timed event.
This would invalidate it.
My bike insurance only covers me at a trackday as long as it's not a timed event.
This would invalidate it.
The RFID tag is for checking that you're out in the right session, not for laptiming! What kind of idiot would build a timing system with RFID? Madness!)
The RFID tag is for checking that you're out in the right session, not for laptiming! What kind of idiot would build a timing system with RFID? Madness!
Absolutely pure madness! . I even checked the intarweb and found an article from years ago that RFID wasn't accurate and I believe everything I read on the intarweb...
Speaking of madness, the AMB system failed during one of my races - would you happen to know in how many other races this "flawless" system dropped the ball?
I think it's great they have this new timing system, my head hurts from reading the first post though. Pretty much par for PTT though, take something simple and make it real complicated. Which class am I in again, Track Master Pro level 2 or B? LOL
Hey triple man,
I think you have the wrong TDP! This deal is about as simple as it gets but if you would rather stand in a reg line every time you do a trackday then I can see where you might not like this system. Of course by all means don't forget to bring that lap timer!
This deal was pretty cool imho, all you had to do was walk over to a lap top with a scanner thing next to it and all your lap times for the day would come up on the screen. I worked with serval different riders today in various groups and it was really helpful to look at the times and see if we were making any progress. I see this being a great learning tool in the future. I wish we would have had it during the Fast Way Around Thunder Hill schools.
So if you wear a lap timer and time yourself at a track day does that make it a timed event and cancel your insurance?
...Heys duds we have this new system that's all pimp and shit. It makes every thing real easy.
Pat
Trackside Moto
AFM #31
Absolutely pure madness! . I even checked the intarweb and found an article from years ago that RFID wasn't accurate and I believe everything I read on the intarweb...
Speaking of madness, the AMB system failed during one of my races - would you happen to know in how many other races this "flawless" system dropped the ball? I have to admit, my frustration probably pales in comparison to dude who binned his racebike, lost the transponder and now has to buy another one on top of fixing the bike... Somehow the "inconvenience" of placing the two tripods for the RFID system on the side of the track doesn't seem so terrible anymore.
Im curious as to why the AFM didnt go this route, but also why Zoom-Zoom hasnt done this either since so many people involved with the AFM work for, or own Zoom-Zoom.
Maybe this is the start, congrats to PTT for stepping up. Definately adds value to your trackday.
The absolute BEST part is none of that "I did a 2:05 at thill" bullshit...now it's "prove it or shove it"!
Pacific Track Time has just become the first major track day provider in the world to enlist the use of the all-new RFID Titan Timing System to aid in providing the ultimate track day experience!
All riders will be provided with the RFID stick-on transponder about the size of a mailing label. As a result, each and every lap time will be automatically archived and viewable in the PTT database for customers at any time. Times can be viewed throughout the day, on your PDA or can be printed out at after the event. Simply sign into your personal Pacific Track Time account online and all your lap times are available for viewing!
"We're delighted to be working with Pacific Track Time to help them with their event management. With Zoomius TITAN RFID PTT can track and manage all their attendees in real time, providing an enormous opportunity to boost customer satisfaction," said Chris Keane, CEO of Zoomius.
PTT continues to be the leader in the track day industry and the TITAN RFID system is a prime example. No longer will rider’s need to purchase expensive personal lap timers. Additionally, with all lap times archived in the PTT system, riders are able to view their individual progress after each event they attend with Pacific Track Time.
“We are constantly trying to find new ways to add value to our rider’s experience. Supplying each rider access to their personal lap times will bolster a better track day experience. By implementing the RFID timing system Pacific Track Time will be providing a more organized and efficient event,” said Michael Earnest, General Manager of Pacific Track Time.
In addition the Titian Timing system will substantially aid PTT in an easy and pain-free trip through both registration and technical inspection. This real-time track control is the same spec used by several major racing organizations to provide seamless timing and scoring during large-scale professional races. And it will now be available for all riders at PTT events!
For more information on the system or to sign-up for an upcoming event, be sure to visit www.pacifictracktime.com.
Sounds like a perfect compliment to PTT trackdays. I know a lot of their riders even in the B/C groups are trying to achieve the best laptimes possible so something like this will absolutely fit their needs.
I think some other providers don't necessarily focus on just fast laptimes so its likely not as attractive. As well for me not running a laptimer allows me to concentrate on other areas of my riding rather than fast laptime and knowing that I"m being timed and that all my friends can look up my times at the end of the day will create a lot of pressure to go possibly faster than I can safely. But hey for some its part of the fun
Either way I'm sure there is an option of not being timed, and honestly I think this is a great match up for PTT, good job guys