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Old 02-18-2012 | 10:56 AM
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Hello,

I'm looking everywhere for a lap counting system that is reliable and not too expensive.

What do you guys use as a personal lap counter?

I just saw this solution, but it's a little bit over my budget:
http://www.dirtchampdesign.com/newsite/?page_id=26

Would be awesome if I could use my android phone for this
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Old 02-18-2012 | 11:10 AM
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Does the track have a amb system? If so, it can be turned on for practice.

I have seen this used with a small netbook:
http://www.trackmateracing.com/shop/...id_category=10

Seen one of these also: http://rclapcounter.com/page1/page1.html

Both times a PVC bridge was used to house the wire, it was built with threaded couplers that he took apart and put in a bag.

A few friends to help split the costs would be nice.
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Old 02-18-2012 | 12:09 PM
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Does the track have a amb system? If so, it can be turned on for practice.

I have seen this used with a small netbook:
http://www.trackmateracing.com/shop/...id_category=10

Seen one of these also: http://rclapcounter.com/page1/page1.html

Both times a PVC bridge was used to house the wire, it was built with threaded couplers that he took apart and put in a bag.

A few friends to help split the costs would be nice.
The rclapcounter uses infrared technology? Is it ok for dusty conditions too?

I think a lap counting system is THE best way to improve driving
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Old 02-18-2012 | 12:29 PM
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The club I run has been using the I-Lap system for the last 4 years and it has never let us dow, We use Laps Free software and it is very simple to use. Craig, the owner of I-Lap is very easy to deal with and responds quickly with answers to your questions or customer service aid.
After having purchased an AMB stsem once before, I will never consider buying one again. The cost is simply to high for most clubs to afford.
Good Luck with whatever system you choose.
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Old 02-18-2012 | 02:44 PM
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Thanks! I'm looking at the applications for smartphone right now. If only I could make a foot switch like on my guitar
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Old 02-18-2012 | 05:59 PM
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Ultra low budget solution = Easy Lap Counter. Free download, USB camera, camera stand. Works pretty good.

Click here


+ YouTube Video
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Old 03-12-2012 | 06:18 PM
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2 local tracks use the trackmate system, they work great for the money. It is an ir system, but I've seen the transponders read through a completely painted body. I just picked up a system for backyard use, but havnt hooked it up yet.
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Old 03-12-2012 | 07:28 PM
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Newest one on the market, IR based.

http://www.dirtchampdesign.com/newsite/
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Old 03-13-2012 | 11:59 PM
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I haven't finished the android software yet, but I took a tracemate racing ir lap timer and strapped a bluetooth module to it. Works great :P
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Old 04-23-2012 | 05:15 AM
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Hi guys, We are buying the I-Lap system and 10 transponders for our track.
Which program do you recommend?
I already downloaded Laps Free, but have some better program?
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