I think the chicane will be a minor change to the circuit, for a measurable increase in safety in turn one. If it prevents a recurrence of Clarkie's crash it's worth it IMO, because statistically speaking if that happened again the next rider probably wouldn't be as lucky.

I've seen/helped with the plans and am helping set it up on the 17th, and believe me a lot of time has gone into making sure we extract max fun-factor out of a necessary safety upgrade. "By racers, for racers", as it were.

Obviously it'll change some tactical strategies in T1, so I encourage folks to come down on the 17th or 21st and get some time in before the race weekend so you know how to properly stuff your friends passing them there. :twisted: