AIM Forecast vs. Real Time Split - pros/cons of each
08-12-2018, 09:31 PM
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AIM Forecast vs. Real Time Split - pros/cons of each
Have AIM MXL Pista with forecast and real time split capability:
- what are pros and cons of each
and / or
- when/why use one vs. the other?
Thanks.
- what are pros and cons of each
and / or
- when/why use one vs. the other?
Thanks.
08-12-2018, 09:45 PM
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I always advise predictive time. The real time splits require more mental power to remember where they are, what are good times for each, and not missing them. With the straight predictive, you only have to know the total lap time and if you are faster/ slower. It also allows you to have good info through the sector even if part of it goes wrong.
08-12-2018, 10:32 PM
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I always advise +/-, real time split differential! 
I'm getting too old to remember what my previous best is to make the calculation off the predictive lap and figure out whether I am ahead or behind.
Honestly, it's what you can process and what they're working on. That -0.5 or more ahead at the mid-point can be a real motivator to finish the lap cleanly!
Plus, I really like knowing WHAT CHANGE in a particular corner (or corner complex) made WHAT difference. Exactly...
For those that use both, typically they use +/- in test days, practice and working with a coach, often switching to predictive lap times in qualifying and the race.
To each their own...
I'm getting too old to remember what my previous best is to make the calculation off the predictive lap and figure out whether I am ahead or behind.Honestly, it's what you can process and what they're working on. That -0.5 or more ahead at the mid-point can be a real motivator to finish the lap cleanly!
Plus, I really like knowing WHAT CHANGE in a particular corner (or corner complex) made WHAT difference. Exactly...
For those that use both, typically they use +/- in test days, practice and working with a coach, often switching to predictive lap times in qualifying and the race.
To each their own...
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08-12-2018, 11:05 PM
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Matt & Peter: Thank you for the input. I have only used forecast so far and find it very valuable. I'll give split a try for a practice session or two this weekend, for perspective.
08-13-2018, 08:11 AM
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I always advise +/-, real time split differential! I'm getting too old to remember what my previous best is to make the calculation off the predictive lap and figure out whether I am ahead or behind.
Honestly, it's what you can process and what they're working on. That -0.5 or more ahead at the mid-point can be a real motivator to finish the lap cleanly!
Plus, I really like knowing WHAT CHANGE in a particular corner (or corner complex) made WHAT difference. Exactly...
For those that use both, typically they use +/- in test days, practice and working with a coach, often switching to predictive lap times in qualifying and the race.
To each their own...
I'm getting too old to remember what my previous best is to make the calculation off the predictive lap and figure out whether I am ahead or behind.Honestly, it's what you can process and what they're working on. That -0.5 or more ahead at the mid-point can be a real motivator to finish the lap cleanly!
Plus, I really like knowing WHAT CHANGE in a particular corner (or corner complex) made WHAT difference. Exactly...
For those that use both, typically they use +/- in test days, practice and working with a coach, often switching to predictive lap times in qualifying and the race.
To each their own...
08-13-2018, 08:25 AM
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Ahh! It would help if I read more carefully. 
For folks reading this thread, while it is possible to install “splits” in the map that is used on the 2004-2014 MXL Pista, it updates the split a few seconds after passing each gate to do “real time splits” display.
Most folks have ONE split (the whole lap) on their MXL Pista track maps so this isn’t even an option without some work. ForeT or Forecasted Time is a predicted lap time displayed.
The newer generation of AiM equipment doesn’t need this preparation, nor is it limited to particular gates or splits.
Thanks, Matt.
OP, all the more reason to update!
For folks reading this thread, while it is possible to install “splits” in the map that is used on the 2004-2014 MXL Pista, it updates the split a few seconds after passing each gate to do “real time splits” display.
Most folks have ONE split (the whole lap) on their MXL Pista track maps so this isn’t even an option without some work. ForeT or Forecasted Time is a predicted lap time displayed.
The newer generation of AiM equipment doesn’t need this preparation, nor is it limited to particular gates or splits.
Thanks, Matt.
OP, all the more reason to update!
08-13-2018, 09:37 AM
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Ahh! It would help if I read more carefully.
For folks reading this thread, while it is possible to install “splits” in the map that is used on the 2004-2014 MXL Pista, it updates the split a few seconds after passing each gate to do “real time splits” display.
Most folks have ONE split (the whole lap) on their MXL Pista track maps so this isn’t even an option without some work. ForeT or Forecasted Time is a predicted lap time displayed.
The newer generation of AiM equipment doesn’t need this preparation, nor is it limited to particular gates or splits.
Thanks, Matt.
OP, all the more reason to update!
For folks reading this thread, while it is possible to install “splits” in the map that is used on the 2004-2014 MXL Pista, it updates the split a few seconds after passing each gate to do “real time splits” display.
Most folks have ONE split (the whole lap) on their MXL Pista track maps so this isn’t even an option without some work. ForeT or Forecasted Time is a predicted lap time displayed.
The newer generation of AiM equipment doesn’t need this preparation, nor is it limited to particular gates or splits.
Thanks, Matt.
OP, all the more reason to update!
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08-13-2018, 04:19 PM
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Ahh!, thank you for the additional comments and clarifications. Given my equipment (MXL Pista) it seems I should stick with Forecast Time.
"upgrade"? maybe one of these years but for now priority and $s are going toward experiencing new tracks.
"upgrade"? maybe one of these years but for now priority and $s are going toward experiencing new tracks.
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