going to the track for my first time

Great to hear that you had a successful first outing!

Talking with guys at the track this weekend there is a reason why "double bulbing" is rude - cause it starts the the automatic timing on the tree. Plus, I didn't know about the blinking light which turns solid when the countdown starts.

And Mark, I too have gone down the track with the brake on. Now it is part of my unload from the trailer checklist. Easy to do with no warning light.