Unfortunately, this is not in the line of sight, when driver is focused on
the start.
A highly visible signal of some kind at the bottom center of the Pedestrian
Bridge 'might' have prevented this carnage. Worth considering, perhaps.
It is hard to explain why it hasnt not surfaced as a serious issue before
this, however.
BTW, I was there when the late Don Skogmo went sideways into the armco at Pit
In when it was at the top of the hill. I think this resulted in the lane
being moved to near the bottom of the hill.
>
> >> Perhaps a green/red light on the pedestrian bridge that would activated
>> simultanously by the starter?...although I have not given this much thought.
>>
>>
>
> There is a Flag Station right at the pedestrian bridge (well before you can
> see the Flag Bridge). I am always far back in the pack (especially at the
> BRIC). I watch that flag station to know when the track goes green. Passes
> that come there are a heck of a lot easier than the ones you have to work
>for.
> BUT, it is blind, and you're never sure what's up ahead.
>
> Bill Dentinger
|