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Re: Rule G22 needs to be changed

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Originally Posted by Paul Copioli View Post
I just don't get it. You have 30+ inches to figure out if the congestion will hurt you. Don't fully cross the line if you think you might have to go backwards. There are too many penalties because people are causing the penalties by not following the rules (in most cases).

This rule was clear from the start, never changed, and gives us 30+" of leway .. I just don't get why people are attacking this rule.
I honestly think Copioli nailed it. We'll be nailing down drivers on Thursday at Chesapeake, and I'll be training them to make turns with a bit more technique. More specifically, I'll be telling them to get well clear of the lane divider before turning, especially in traffic. Even if getting closer to the field barriers is a bit slower, I do not want us getting these penalties. The more you can be sure about your clearance, the better.
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