I have used the SS forums search tools, but all my queries tend to yield results for full-blown rally computers...
I work as many rallies as I can, and am Radio Co-Chief at STPR. Accordingly, I have had a fair number of occasions where I needed to site (flagging/install marker posts) or locate radio positions, varieties of start and finish controls, etc. GPS coordinates are good, but I would also like to know semi-accurate mileages when following route book instructions. I understand some of the more basic aspects of calibration and precision related to wheel spin during acceleration, lost precision if wheels lock up, etc...
1.) Can folks suggest semi-precise odometer options for workers/volunteers, please?
2.) What are other volunteers using?
3.) Any major arguments for/against used equipment?
4.) Suggested vendors? Have looked at the classifieds here on SS, Dirty Impreza, and Ebay...
I see a fair number of workers using full rally computers since many are former competitors -- which would be cool except for the $$$ and space required. There is a small chance that I will go this route for the right deal and hoping to do some TSD's.
Thanks in advance!
I work as many rallies as I can, and am Radio Co-Chief at STPR. Accordingly, I have had a fair number of occasions where I needed to site (flagging/install marker posts) or locate radio positions, varieties of start and finish controls, etc. GPS coordinates are good, but I would also like to know semi-accurate mileages when following route book instructions. I understand some of the more basic aspects of calibration and precision related to wheel spin during acceleration, lost precision if wheels lock up, etc...
1.) Can folks suggest semi-precise odometer options for workers/volunteers, please?
2.) What are other volunteers using?
3.) Any major arguments for/against used equipment?
4.) Suggested vendors? Have looked at the classifieds here on SS, Dirty Impreza, and Ebay...
I see a fair number of workers using full rally computers since many are former competitors -- which would be cool except for the $$$ and space required. There is a small chance that I will go this route for the right deal and hoping to do some TSD's.
Thanks in advance!