How does a GPS tripmeter help during recce and pace note writing?

During recce, the driver can use the tripmeter to objectively measure distances between corners fundamental to evaluate the braking points, crests, junctions, and references while creating or refining pace notes.

Because the measurement is digital and GPS-based, it helps maintain consistency and accuracy throughout the entire stage. The ability to instantly reset distances, reverse direction, or switch between meters and kilometers makes note creation significantly faster and more reliable.

This approach is also part of the Caneva Method taught during the courses of the Vittorio Caneva Rally School. The tripmeter is used together with conjunctions and structured note systems to create coherent and repeatable distance references that can easily also be shared between reconnaissance crews, drivers, and co-drivers.