I've done alot of things as far as checking my opponents position compared to mine.
In the staging lanes I always get some good perspectives of the cars positions around me, KEEPING IN MIND that in the staging lanes the cars are closer together with less distance between the staging lanes compared to the on track position.
the thing that works best for me is usually I will try to be the first person to "prestage", it's just a part of my routine.
As soon as I get the top bulb lit I settle into my seat and wait for my opponent to prestage.
When they hit the top light I look over and get a good reference point out the window as to where their car is.
When both cars are in prestage they are absolutely lined up...this is a good time to get your reference point.
Since most of tracks I race at either require or suggest "courtesy staging", I have used this as a part of my starting line procedure for a long time.
In the staging lanes I always get some good perspectives of the cars positions around me, KEEPING IN MIND that in the staging lanes the cars are closer together with less distance between the staging lanes compared to the on track position.
the thing that works best for me is usually I will try to be the first person to "prestage", it's just a part of my routine.
As soon as I get the top bulb lit I settle into my seat and wait for my opponent to prestage.
When they hit the top light I look over and get a good reference point out the window as to where their car is.
When both cars are in prestage they are absolutely lined up...this is a good time to get your reference point.
Since most of tracks I race at either require or suggest "courtesy staging", I have used this as a part of my starting line procedure for a long time.