Sea Otter DH start: Which beep?

Hey Lee,

At the start of the Sea Otter downhill there are 4? short beeps and then one long beep. When does the actual timing of your race run start? Can you go anytime during those beeps or is it after the long beep finishes?

Thanks,
Brian

Hey Brian,

As I recall, there are five short beeps then one long beep.

The timer starts at the BEGINNING of the sixth beep. If you wait for the end of that beep, you’re giving up precious time — especially on such a short course.

It’s amazing how few downhillers practice their starts.

Anticipate the beep as if it’s a BMX or 4X cadence. You should be laying down the power at the first hint of capital B.

Beep, beep, beep, beep, beep, BEEEEEEEEEEEEP!!!

— Lee