Coleman is generally considered the best starter. He passed the guy in the lane next to him, which usually happens in junior high. He is fantastic at the blocks and the curve. Which is different than a straight away. Coleman is the least of the problems with the 4x1.
When I see things like only putting down one piece of tape for the in coming runner (as opposed to two pieces of tape to create a 'go zone'), runner running out of the zone because they didn't hear someone say "stick" (as opposed to counting steps), instead of putting down a piece of tape that marks when you put your hand back regardless of where the incoming runner is, I really have to scratch my head.
It has to be the exact same every time you run it. There are no variables allowed for.