diff --git a/rally.py b/rally.py
index 6f59e8a..a1ea1a8 100644
--- a/rally.py
+++ b/rally.py
@@ -40,9 +40,14 @@ def find_aruco(image):
 
 def careful_forward(drive_time, arlo, careful_range = 600):
     start = time.time()
+    if drive_time > 3:
+        drive_time = 3
+        hit_something = True
+    else:
+        hit_something = False
+
     end = start + drive_time
     turning = None
-    hit_something = False
     while time.time() < end:
         forward_dist = arlo.read_front_ping_sensor()
         right_dist = arlo.read_right_ping_sensor()