There is nothing better than the Ronstan Clear Start. It is absolutely awesome. I have had nothing but great starts ever since I switched to it.
First of all, the numbers are very large and very easy to see at a glance.., no having to focus on your watch when you should be focusing on the line, your opponents, windshifts, etc.
Second, a great feature is the Sync Button. Suppose you are gulping down some water when the warning gun goes off. You quickly put the water down and hit the button. You know you are off, but by how much.., 4 seconds, 15 seconds? WHo knows? Not a problem. At the next signal, hit the Sync Button and you are right on the money.
Third, you can set the watch to any number of sequences.., i.e., 3 minutes, 5 minutes, or whatever. However, I set my watch to 1 minute, then click on the button until it gets to the timing I want.., local races at 3 minutes and most regattas at 5 minutes. So, three clicks gets me 3 minutes, 5 clicks gets me 5 5 minutes
Fourth, You can set it to keep repeating the sequence, i.e., after counting down from say 3 minutes it goes right back to 3 minutes and continues counting down. If you are RC and have multiple fleets this is a great feature. Or if you are the 3 fleet starting you can set your watch for an earlier fleet and not have to worry about getting the time for your start.
Or you can set it to count down and then count the elapsed time for the event.
You can see it at
http://store.catsailor.com/tek9.asp?pg=products&specific=jnhqlsfrd8Rick
