This is the same Pro Chip that you would rent from us onsite. This is the latest is chip timing technology and has been used at the Olympics and the Tour de France. Topview Sports has used chip timing since 2006 and Race Result since 2012. We intend to stay with this system for many years to come. Chip life is expected to be about 5-6 years based on usage. We will either ship it to you or bring it to the next race.