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I cant see how that would work,firstly a good callers total focus should be on telling the driver of all conditions on the course ie dead boats, rescue boats and even water conditions,that alone is enough to do if you want it done properly particualy in a long race when the fatigue factor comes in for both driver and caller.In the rule book there is a standard size for number boards, my own ones although bought from the assc are not to the required size so I will modify them to comply. if those volunteering to lap score cannot see the boards as the boats go past at whatever speed perhaps they should opt for another job that thay may do more comfortably, there are also other issues with these boards, in Taupo although I have the board on the hatch of my boat the water from outlets was obscuring it at high speed, ally foil tape was a good temporary fix.Just my 2 cents worth Murray

Think A little bit harder Brian, what happens if three, or even two pitmen call their numbers at the same time? The lap counter will be going what? Who? Oh crap...! Murray is right that the pitman's role is to assist the driver in calling the course during a race, as well as launching, retrieving etc. Everyone has access to the rulebook, so check your number boards and make sure they are right before race day. And if an issue arises, address it before the next race day, all very simple really.