Originally Posted by launch
Here is a better example. My first pass at the last track day was against PlanZ. I crossed the finish line a full car in front of him yet his time was 12.8 to my 12.9. His mph was 6 mph more than mine. My 60 ft was much better therefore my trap speed came down. It also gave me the race.
if u were ahead and he ran 12.8, his reaction time was worse... and the higher trap just means he spun more than you. i'm not doubting your theory, just trying to figure out how it works.