For clarity, I propose the following addition to Section 7.2.2:
7.2.2.E Any rider who takes the checkered flag by crossing the transponder loop on the hot pit lane (instead of the start/finish line) will be scored as if they crossed the loop at start/finish.
As such, although it maybe should or should not be a RULE, I think riders doing back to back races, especially when swapping bikes, should be encouraged to take the checkered on the hot pit lane rather than doing the cool down lap, etc. This lessens the chances they will feel it necessary to speed in the pits, and also lessens the chances they will be late to grid for the next race while still being able to get a quick drink, refuel or whatever. Obviously if they are in a battle for position on the last lap this may not be feasible, but it should be encouraged when possible.
Obviously this doesn't really apply to Pueblo and the logistics of doing so at PPIR would have to be confirmed because the hot pit loop is located past the break in the wall where you go from hot pit to cold pit. Perhaps it would only be applicable at HPR.
