View Full Version : 2009 Rah-Cha-Cha Ruckus!!!
Josh Goodman
18-06-2009, 13:10
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The Ruckus Committee is proud to announce the 2009 and 5th annual Rah-Cha-Cha Ruckus!
When: October 24th, 2009 : 7:00AM-6:00PM
Where: Webster Thomas High School
What: http://www.ruckus.penfieldrobotics.com/
FRC and VEX Registration is UP! Volunteer Registration, Shirt Pre-orders and Food Pre-orders are opening up soon. You can see the Ruckus VEX game on our site or check out the CD thread: Here (http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/showthread.php?t=77552)
Don't forget to bring your costumes to celebrate Halloween! It's always worth the trip to watch our fun events including the ever famous "Pie in the Eye" and new activities this year!
Here's our Official Facebook Page. Let us know if your gonna drop in!
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=81190623021&ref=ts
Josh Goodman
19-06-2009, 11:42
Update:
Volunteer Registration is now UP! Sign up here:
http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/showthread.php?t=77552
A time to get back at ED!!!! I'll be there.
Chris is me
19-06-2009, 22:03
Conflict: Do I wear my full team uniform and cheesehead or a halloween costume?
Anyhow, I'm either doing Vex or volunteering, depends if I find lots of money lying around or not. Sounds like a fun event, and I'll get to meet a good chunk of New York teams before build season. As the extent of my knowledge of NY teams is "1511", this should be cool :)
According to my friends that are already 229 mentors, I'm going 'whether I like it or not.' I guess they don't know me well enough yet- I never pass up an off-season! :)
Also, thanks for FINALLY not having it the same weekend as Brunswick Eruption! That way I can (maybe) make that trip too and visit my old team.
According to my friends that are already 229 mentors, I'm going 'whether I like it or not.' I guess they don't know me well enough yet- I never pass up an off-season! :)
Also, thanks for FINALLY not having it the same weekend as Brunswick Eruption! That way I can (maybe) make that trip too and visit my old team.
I think that we have another volunteer to take my place at the Ruckus main tradition. Thanks in advance Libby.
Josh Goodman
20-06-2009, 22:19
I think that we have another volunteer to take my place at the Ruckus main tradition. Thanks in advance Libby.
Oh Steve, I think you know there's always room for one more....no need to replace anyone :P
Alex Cormier
23-06-2009, 19:22
Amazing that it is still only $100 for teams to register for an entire day of fun!
We want to see all of you form NY, NJ, OH, PA and anywhere else!
I think that we have another volunteer to take my place at the Ruckus main tradition. Thanks in advance Libby. I think it would be highly unfair to even suggest volunteering Libby for the Ruckus main tradition. She should at least have a first visit honeymoon period. And Steve - I am surprised that you would even suggest that we take that great honor away from you! :)
Josh Goodman
24-06-2009, 17:59
Whoever gets pied will be consented first. No one worry! :)
However I will be asking.......and taking requests...;)
I think it would be highly unfair to even suggest volunteering Libby for the Ruckus main tradition. She should at least have a first visit honeymoon period. And Steve - I am surprised that you would even suggest that we take that great honor away from you! :)
I've talked to Libby about the Ruckus for years. She told me she wants to get a pie in the eye. She's practically begged for it!
Steve Ketron
24-06-2009, 19:01
This year Michigan will be represented. 1528 (iPirates) and 2719 (Ketronix Trojan Robotics) are coming. I already informed the students of the trip before school closed. Besides we have been wanting to compete with the Buckeye Regional teams again.
I've talked to Libby about the Ruckus for years. She told me she wants to get a pie in the eye. She's practically begged for it!
I didn't know 'politely agreeing' was the same as 'begging to get pied in the face', but okay! I'm up for it.
I didn't know 'politely agreeing' was the same as 'begging to get pied in the face', but okay! I'm up for it.
Most of us are coerced.
I don't recall anyone requesting to be pied so yeah, I'd stick with begging for it.
Chris is me
11-08-2009, 01:36
A bump, yes. Sorry.
I'd like to attend this event, but I have no way of getting from Troy to the Ruckus. If anyone's making plans and happens to have a spare seat in a car somewhere, I'd be happy to cover a share of gas (and of course my own room and other stuff).
Alex Cormier
11-08-2009, 08:36
A bump, yes. Sorry.
I'd like to attend this event, but I have no way of getting from Troy to the Ruckus. If anyone's making plans and happens to have a spare seat in a car somewhere, I'd be happy to cover a share of gas (and of course my own room and other stuff).
There are at least two michigan team coming, talk to them.
Chris is me
11-08-2009, 13:01
Cool, but I mean Troy, NY, so I imagine that would be a little out of the way :) (I think Troy's by Albany, not sure about my new state geography)
Justin Montois
11-08-2009, 15:22
340 will be there. Of course.
JayLopez191
11-08-2009, 17:56
There are trains and buses from Albany to Rochester. I would imagine neither is especially cheap however.
You could contact your local teams (250 and 20 off the top of my head) and see if they've thought about going as well.
Phil Ross
20-08-2009, 14:38
If there are any teams/volunteers from the Philadelphia area planning to attend the Ruckus...please let me know.
THANKS! :D
Chuck Glick
20-08-2009, 15:29
If there are any teams/volunteers from the Philadelphia area planning to attend the Ruckus...please let me know.
THANKS! :D
Oh Phillip, didn't you ever think of asking me?
I'm heading up for sure.
Tetraman
20-08-2009, 15:43
I believe I can make it this year...I don't think I can drag 174 in with me though, but I'll try.
Josh Goodman
20-08-2009, 17:19
Awesome Evan, and I do think you should try very hard to convince 174 to come up and try to extend their reign in Rochester! ;P But I'm glad you're coming up, it's been a while!
And what about 1712.....Can't you pull some strings Phill and Chuck to get your team up here?
PS: Chuck will you be bringing any FTC with ya?
yodameister
24-08-2009, 13:34
There are trains and buses from Albany to Rochester. I would imagine neither is especially cheap however.
You could contact your local teams (250 and 20 off the top of my head) and see if they've thought about going as well.
There is also 2791 who is very close ;) We are considering going.
SentientCitrus
25-08-2009, 09:20
If you don't mind a long trip (Albany->NYC->Rochester), there's always: http://www.megabus.com/us/stops/index_northeast.php
colin340
25-08-2009, 21:08
i should be there
Josh Goodman
02-09-2009, 19:41
It's getting closer!! Here's the current list of teams. Still PLENTY of room! Sign up early and pre-order food!
191: The X-Cats
578: Blue Lightning
1507: The Warlocks
1511: Rolling Thunder
1528: iPirates
2340: NazareX
2719: SRT & Monroe High School
We look forward to seeing you! Anyone have any Pie in the Eye ideas?
Jeremytice
07-09-2009, 06:01
1126 will be there!
Nick Lawrence
07-09-2009, 11:21
I would like to go, but I'm pretty sure I won't be able to bring the rest of the crew. In between VRC, community stuff and some other team related functions, I don't think we have the resources available to go as a team.
It sure will be fun to watch if I can make it, though!
-Nick
Josh Goodman
07-09-2009, 17:55
I would like to go, but I'm pretty sure I won't be able to bring the rest of the crew. In between VRC, community stuff and some other team related functions, I don't think we have the resources available to go as a team.
It sure will be fun to watch if I can make it, though!
-Nick
D'aww. We always have a blast with 1503! I hope you all will be able to come!
Most of us are coerced.
I don't recall anyone requesting to be pied so yeah, I'd stick with begging for it.
I guess that you are still the number 2 attraction after the BIG boy.;)
smistthegreat
25-09-2009, 20:39
OMGOMGOM!!! I'm starting to get sooooooooo excited about this. Especially to see all the people i haven't seen from last season! People like Phil from Philly (lol i dont remember your last name but i remember you from the Philly regional), Nick from 1503, ppl from 1923, 340, 191, 1126, maybe even 1714 (remember us from newton?), 188 (yay!), and of course 1511. Pit buddies from ATL :). And it would be nice to see some new faces here as well.
Chris is me
26-09-2009, 02:24
OMGOMGOM!!! I'm starting to get sooooooooo excited about this. Especially to see all the people i haven't seen from last season! People like Phil from Philly (lol i dont remember your last name but i remember you from the Philly regional), Nick from 1503, ppl from 1923, 340, 191, 1126, maybe even 1714 (remember us from newton?), 188 (yay!), and of course 1511. Pit buddies from ATL :). And it would be nice to see some new faces here as well.
I can't say I remember talking to any of you guys (sorry man, a lot of it's kind of a blur), but I'm happy to remeet you guys at RCR, if my transportation works itself out. Loved your guys' driving on Newton.
To clarify, 1714 DEFINITELY won't be there. I will cause I'm in the area and love cool teams like you guys :) (though I don't own my own cheesehead yet).
Alex Cormier
26-09-2009, 10:55
I can't say I remember talking to any of you guys (sorry man, a lot of it's kind of a blur), but I'm happy to remeet you guys at RCR, if my transportation works itself out. Loved your guys' driving on Newton.
To clarify, 1714 DEFINITELY won't be there. I will cause I'm in the area and love cool teams like you guys :) (though I don't own my own cheesehead yet).
Will you be bringing a vex bot for the game Vertigo?
Chris is me
26-09-2009, 13:53
Will you be bringing a vex bot for the game Vertigo?
I don't know. I've got a design nice and set, but I haven't bought any parts other than the basic kit yet, so if I find some more then definitely.
Alex Cormier
26-09-2009, 17:58
I don't know. I've got a design nice and set, but I haven't bought any parts other than the basic kit yet, so if I find some more then definitely.
If you don't mind im sure we could find an extra base bot lying around between, me, chuck or RIT FIRST. So sign up come on down and we'll set something up so you can build/play with a bot friday night and compete saturday!
Chris is me
27-09-2009, 00:09
That would be really cool, actually. I've got about most of of the old base kit, and my design would as it stands require tank tread, 4-5 motors, lots of axles (I actually am one short of building the kitbot) and probably some metal on top of that. (the design can be adapted to use intake rollers too)
Time to sharpie all of the vex stuff I own then? :D I've been suffering from competition withdrawal lately. I NEED to compete every few months, methinks.
Trying to determine what's harder, designing a robot or designing bus schedules around whether or not or how many loaner rides I can get from my friends and / or wherever. :P
Alex Cormier
27-09-2009, 13:58
That would be really cool, actually. I've got about most of of the old base kit, and my design would as it stands require tank tread, 4-5 motors, lots of axles (I actually am one short of building the kitbot) and probably some metal on top of that. (the design can be adapted to use intake rollers too)
Time to sharpie all of the vex stuff I own then? :D I've been suffering from competition withdrawal lately. I NEED to compete every few months, methinks.
Trying to determine what's harder, designing a robot or designing bus schedules around whether or not or how many loaner rides I can get from my friends and / or wherever. :P
sounds good, make sure you sign up on the ruckus site.
smistthegreat
27-09-2009, 16:31
I can't say I remember talking to any of you guys (sorry man, a lot of it's kind of a blur), but I'm happy to remeet you guys at RCR, if my transportation works itself out. Loved your guys' driving on Newton.
To clarify, 1714 DEFINITELY won't be there. I will cause I'm in the area and love cool teams like you guys :) (though I don't own my own cheesehead yet).
Why thank you for the driving compliment. And remembering back you guys had a pretty good bot yourselves. I was really surprised when you didn't make the playoffs. Like i said before I'm incredibly excited for Rachcha this year and would love to see you there.
Phil Ross
27-09-2009, 16:38
OMGOMGOM!!! I'm starting to get sooooooooo excited about this. Especially to see all the people i haven't seen from last season! People like Phil from Philly (lol i dont remember your last name but i remember you from the Philly regional), Nick from 1503, ppl from 1923, 340, 191, 1126, maybe even 1714 (remember us from newton?), 188 (yay!), and of course 1511. Pit buddies from ATL :). And it would be nice to see some new faces here as well.
I had a ton of fun hanging out with you guys at Philly. Can't wait to see you all again at the Ruckus.
Nick Lawrence
27-09-2009, 20:22
Originally Posted by smistthegreat
OMGOMGOM!!! I'm starting to get sooooooooo excited about this. Especially to see all the people i haven't seen from last season! People like Phil from Philly (lol i dont remember your last name but i remember you from the Philly regional), Nick from 1503, ppl from 1923, 340, 191, 1126, maybe even 1714 (remember us from newton?), 188 (yay!), and of course 1511. Pit buddies from ATL . And it would be nice to see some new faces here as well.
I think it would be nice to see some of my pit buddies from FLR and GTR in years past.
-Nick
smistthegreat
27-09-2009, 20:27
I think it would be nice to see some of my pit buddies from FLR and GTR in years past.
-Nick
Hey that's me! After a long offseason i think its time for some more robots. Rah-Cha-Cha is something that i am really looking foward to.
Nick Lawrence
27-09-2009, 23:42
Hey that's me! After a long offseason i think its time for some more robots. Rah-Cha-Cha is something that i am really looking foward to.
I can agree with you there.
A rematch would be fun too.
-Nick
Chris is me
28-09-2009, 00:35
Calling 1503 / 1507 to either win the event or face off in the finals. :D
Looks like The Rebel(s) 63, my old Vex team that got me here today, is probably making a return (at least that's what I'm calling myself). Hopefully this time I won't take apart the entire robot mid competition based on a really bad strategy idea combined with the worst execution of parallel treads ever. Though last time my disaster led me to an FRC team, maybe this time...?
Nick Lawrence
28-09-2009, 10:43
Calling 1503 / 1507 to either win the event or face off in the finals. :D
Looks like The Rebel(s) 63, my old Vex team that got me here today, is probably making a return (at least that's what I'm calling myself). Hopefully this time I won't take apart the entire robot mid competition based on a really bad strategy idea combined with the worst execution of parallel treads ever. Though last time my disaster led me to an FRC team, maybe this time...?
I haven't said we're going. ;)
-Nick
Josh Goodman
28-09-2009, 12:50
You guys better. Otherwise we'd have to play "Oh, Canada" for just Steve! :P
You guys better. Otherwise we'd have to play "Oh, Canada" for just Steve! :P
I still say we should play "Blame Canada" for Steve instead.
Tetraman
28-09-2009, 16:18
I don't believe 174 will be going. I haven't been able to get in contact with the lead mentor...and even if I did, well, I'll just stop and avoid a rant.
I'm not sure if I'm going now or not, not because of 174, but for other reasons. I'll see how it all works out.
smistthegreat
28-09-2009, 17:49
Calling 1503 / 1507 to either win the event or face off in the finals. :D
Lol I'm not quite sure about that. 1511 and 191 both had pretty solid bots. And Nick, you guys are going. You have to now. It's been decided by me :P.
I still say we should play "Blame Canada" for Steve instead.
That hurts me deeply. For all that I have done to try and build up US events to the quality of Canadian and this is the way I am treated.
It makes my head spin......... wait, that's still the vertigo.
Alex Cormier
29-09-2009, 09:53
That hurts me deeply. For all that I have done to try and build up US events to the quality of Canadian and this is the way I am treated.
It makes my head spin......... wait, that's still the vertigo.
Maybe we will go back to the anthem if 188, 1503, 1114 and 2056 come...
Sagar Vyas
29-09-2009, 23:25
I guess I should convince 1503 to go, love to see that rematch.
Nick Lawrence
30-09-2009, 06:57
I guess I should convince 1503 to go, love to see that rematch.
Way ahead of you, Sagar. :)
-Nick
Team #379 and their redesigned robot will also be competing at Rochester this year. Good luck everyone!
Alex Cormier
30-09-2009, 11:51
Team #379 and their redesigned robot will also be competing at Rochester this year. Good luck everyone!
Picture?
Hope you guys can make it back for FLR regional too!
team 2228 will be there again
smistthegreat
30-09-2009, 17:56
Yay! The more teams the better!
Yay! The more teams the better!
We have 15 teams registered with more on the way.
smistthegreat
30-09-2009, 21:02
We have 15 teams registered with more on the way.
If it's not too much trouble, could you post a list of the aforementioned registered teams? I'm excited to see who's going :D.
OMGOMGOM!!! I'm starting to get sooooooooo excited about this. Especially to see all the people i haven't seen from last season! People like Phil from Philly (lol i dont remember your last name but i remember you from the Philly regional), Nick from 1503, ppl from 1923, 340, 191, 1126, maybe even 1714 (remember us from newton?), 188 (yay!), and of course 1511. Pit buddies from ATL :). And it would be nice to see some new faces here as well.
That is so sweet! I'm so glad you remembered 1923. We had a lot of fun playing with you at Philly last year, and I'm sure they'd be honored to work with you again soon. Unfortunately 1923 (to my knowledge) won't be there, I'll be there with the team I mentor now at Clarkson University. So I'll be the only (alumni) representative there. So excited, Ruckus is very close!!
Josh Goodman
30-09-2009, 22:57
Libby!! Tell 229 to register soon!! I've been worried because I thought you guys may not be coming this year! I'm excited now!! :D
smistthegreat
01-10-2009, 07:39
That is so sweet! I'm so glad you remembered 1923. We had a lot of fun playing with you at Philly last year, and I'm sure they'd be honored to work with you again soon. Unfortunately 1923 (to my knowledge) won't be there, I'll be there with the team I mentor now at Clarkson University. So I'll be the only (alumni) representative there. So excited, Ruckus is very close!!
I assume from your signature that your current team is 229. Haha they're old friends too. I'm looking foward to see all of you!
Libby!! Tell 229 to register soon!! I've been worried because I thought you guys may not be coming this year! I'm excited now!! :D
Looks like you got your wish, Josh.
Josh Goodman
01-10-2009, 12:16
Looks like you got your wish, Josh.
Yeah I saw that! Whoot! :D
Updated team list:
http://ruckus.penfieldrobotics.com/teams/
there will still be more teams coming such as 2228 but not on the web site yet
Josh Goodman
01-10-2009, 19:26
there will still be more teams coming such as 2228 but not on the web site yet
Well ya guys betta regista! :cool:
we already have put our 100 registration fee in just not listed on the website
Josh Goodman
02-10-2009, 03:04
Hmm. I'll check on that. There was a period of time when our webmaster's email went down, but not to worry, registration is sent to multiple people.
Hmm. I'll check on that. There was a period of time when our webmaster's email went down, but not to worry, registration is sent to multiple people.
Kris said that both 2228 and 1559 are registered.
I don't know why they aren't listed on the webpage.
thanks for confirming that
i was wondering if any one knew how many teams their would be total
can someone please give me an updated team list
Josh Goodman
02-10-2009, 16:11
We don't know how many teams there will be total until closer to the Ruckus because there are still teams that haven't registered yet. The team list so far is:
191
229
291
340
379
578
639
1126
1507
1511
1518
1528
1559
2228
2340
2719
3003
Travis Hoffman
02-10-2009, 19:33
We'll know if Team 379.48 is coming after next Tuesday....
We'll know if Team 379.48 is coming after next Tuesday....
Far as we know 379 is signed up.
What'd they do? Change their mind?
Travis Hoffman
02-10-2009, 22:10
Far as we know 379 is signed up.
What'd they do? Change their mind?
You missed the .48 part.
You missed the .48 part.
You mean team 48 coming or the team 48 robot?
Are you guys still interested in volunteering if you're not going to compete?
Travis Hoffman
03-10-2009, 10:52
You mean team 48 coming or the team 48 robot?
Are you guys still interested in volunteering if you're not going to compete?
You missed the "we'll know after next Tuesday" part. :p
Considering the fact you guys have said repeatedly that some teams will be signing up late, and that we're working with a team that is already REGISTERED, I think a little patience is warranted!
that would be awesome if team 48 came up hope you guys register
Josh Goodman
03-10-2009, 16:35
Lol @ Koko. It's okay....calm down...
And Travis, it would be awesome to see your team and robot compete so I hope you guys come up! It will be a blast!
Justin Montois
04-10-2009, 03:35
And Travis, it would be awesome to see your team and robot compete so I hope you guys come up! It will be a blast!
This.
As a fund raiser, do you think that people would buy tickets to get a chance to color my hair at lunch time? I would provide the spray color.
Nick Lawrence
04-10-2009, 22:14
As a fund raiser, do you think that people would buy tickets to get a chance to color my hair at lunch time? I would provide the spray color.
I like the sound of that.
-Nick
Travis Hoffman
05-10-2009, 08:23
As a fund raiser, do you think that people would buy tickets to get a chance to color my hair at lunch time? I would provide the spray color colored wax.
:D
Alex Cormier
05-10-2009, 09:25
As a fund raiser, do you think that people would buy tickets to get a chance to color my hair at lunch time? I would provide the spray color.
I heard he bites...
can we have an updated team list only 19 days left
Josh Goodman
05-10-2009, 15:08
Teams kept up to date on the website.
what happens if we dont have 24 teams
what happens if we dont have 24 teams
We play on as always.
yes but still how will you do alliance selection with an odd number of teams
Chris is me
05-10-2009, 16:01
Other events have been shortened to 4 alliances for that.
yes that is true hope we get 24
does anyone know of miore teams that are registering
esquared
05-10-2009, 19:25
Also 1511 will be doing a demonstration of the Beta test system at the Ruckus this year. Up for grabs will be information on updates to C++ programming, the new driver station, and (assuming they show up) the new Jaguars!
Lots of cool stuff and a chance to clear up any misinformation on the new equipment that tends to get spread around. Hope to see you there!
there should be 24 teams being that 3015 1551 1405 the new pittsford team possibly 1503 and 48 amd 2053 hopefully they all come for a full house:D
As a fund raiser, do you think that people would buy tickets to get a chance to color my hair at lunch time? I would provide the spray color colored wax.
:D
Once was enough thank you!
I heard that Dylan Starke Strategies (http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/showthread.php?t=70303) might be around to test out their idea....
there might be 1450 73 and 1728 if they come well have 28 teams
Josh Goodman
06-10-2009, 10:08
There are plenty of teams in Rochester and surrounding. It all depends on who wants to come. I know of a couple Rochester teams that don't do offseason events. Teams are still registering so the number of teams is still up in the air. If I had to guess I'd say somewhere between 20-24.
ok thanks hopefully we will have a full house any idea if 48 is coming
there might be 1450 73 and 1728 if they come well have 28 teams
One thing you learn very quickly in FIRST is that theory and practice are two completely different things.
When all those teams actually sign up I'll say they're coming. Since they haven't I would say for now they aint coming.
One thing you learn very quickly in FIRST is that theory and practice are two completely different things.
When all those teams actually sign up I'll say they're coming. Since they haven't I would say for now they aint coming.
That being said the rookie teams from Pittsford and McQuaid have signed up.
oh all i meant was i thought that those were teams to possibly come not saying that they were coming but thats ok thans for the update i know spencerport is giving pittsford a robot
oh all i meant was i thought that those were teams to possibly come not saying that they were coming but thats ok thans for the update i know spencerport is giving pittsford a robot
They have two robots.
yeah from what i heard last myears competition bot and another one made out of wood that is like a catapult design i know they brought them both to the rally last year
Travis Hoffman
06-10-2009, 20:25
...any idea if 48 is coming
Yes. :D
Top post! 450....oh....darn.
smistthegreat
06-10-2009, 20:30
IMO, it'll still be a blast with any number of teams. That being said, 24+ teams is always better, and it looks like we're going to make it. Yay!
yes i know looks to exceed 24 teaams with so many good teams coming so excited
Travis Hoffman
06-10-2009, 20:59
so 48 you are coming
I figured I'd try to get you to ask one more time. :)
A subset of Team 48 is coming. We are signed up as Team 48. No students will attend (we already went to Kettering Kickoff this year). We're using 48's robot to allow 379 to field a 2nd drive team.
Several Team 48 mentors and alumni may attend to help out in the pits and such. We're all riding up together on 379's bus. 1:30 AM departure time - awesome.
I believe I will also offer up my face as a target in some pie thing I've heard about. But we all know you'd rather toss at Cormier.
ok so you 48 and 379 robots will be there sweet
Phil Ross
07-10-2009, 00:31
did you guys receive my volunteer request stuff?
so that makes 20 teams can someone give us an updated team list
hey when does registration close
how come 1528 and 2719 are not registered any more
how come 1528 and 2719 are not registered any more
They dropped out.
We now have 18 teams.
do you know if more teams are registering
I believe I will also offer up my face as a target in some pie thing I've heard about. But we all know you'd rather toss at Cormier.
I would definitely buy tickets for that.
smistthegreat
08-10-2009, 07:11
They dropped out.
We now have 18 teams.
If we only have 18, could we do 6 alliances of 3 or something similar? I personally would rather have less alliances of 3 than more alliances of 2. But then again, hopefully more teams will register.
i still think we have a shot though at 24 teams
Josh Goodman
08-10-2009, 16:49
If we need to make a cut somewhere, we typically have cut number of alliances and kept the alliance count to three teams. All this means is less finals time which either means more time for qualifiers or fun events.
do you have any news on if any more teams are signing up
do you have any news on if any more teams are signing up
We aren't meeting again til next Wednesday so we won't know til then.
when does registration close
smistthegreat
08-10-2009, 18:36
If we need to make a cut somewhere, we typically have cut number of alliances and kept the alliance count to three teams. All this means is less finals time which either means more time for qualifiers or fun events.
Sounds good to me. More matches are always fun. And so is fun stuff.
i know it sounds great just hope we get a full house for a regional experience
only 15 days left cant wait
does anyone know if 2719 and 1528 are planning on signing back up and when does registration close as i have noticed alot of rochester teams not signed up
only 2 weeks left i can hardly wait looks to be a good ruckus as always:D
commodoredl
12-10-2009, 11:25
Our team has run into some trouble and we're wondering if anyone can help us out.
After running our 09 robot in 3 parades and several demos, replacing wheels, encoders, and code, she's finally broken down on us a lot earlier than we'd predicted. As it stands, she's in no shape to be run in another match without a lot of time and energy spent on repairs.
Team 578 has always loved going to the Ruckus every year, and we registered to do both the Vex and FRC events this year, but we're afraid we might have to pull out of FRC because of our robot woes.
Are there any teams that have a practice robot or spare robot they'd be willing to let our team borrow for the day, so that we could let new members get drive experience and enjoy the fun of an FRC competition? I realize this is kind of sudden, but we just decided last weekend that our robot was beyond repair.
If anybody is able to help us out in the spirit of Gracious Professionalism, our team would be incredibly thankful!
Josh Goodman
12-10-2009, 11:28
I'll talk with 1511 about it today.
Alex Cormier
12-10-2009, 11:40
Our team has run into some trouble and we're wondering if anyone can help us out.
After running our 09 robot in 3 parades and several demos, replacing wheels, encoders, and code, she's finally broken down on us a lot earlier than we'd predicted. As it stands, she's in no shape to be run in another match without a lot of time and energy spent on repairs.
Team 578 has always loved going to the Ruckus every year, and we registered to do both the Vex and FRC events this year, but we're afraid we might have to pull out of FRC because of our robot woes.
Are there any teams that have a practice robot or spare robot they'd be willing to let our team borrow for the day, so that we could let new members get drive experience and enjoy the fun of an FRC competition? I realize this is kind of sudden, but we just decided last weekend that our robot was beyond repair.
If anybody is able to help us out in the spirit of Gracious Professionalism, our team would be incredibly thankful!
I did hear that the Spencerport team has an extra robot. They were willing to lend it to the Rookie Pittsford team for the ruckus. They probably would do the same for this case. Contact them.
i will talk with 2228 also i heard you might be able to use greeces robot
hey 578 do you have an update for us
commodoredl
13-10-2009, 20:34
I talked over the possibilities with my team advisors today, and they seemed interested and said they would start contacting teams tomorrow. We didn't get any robots secured as of yet.
well 2228 meets tommorrow and im going to see if we can secure one for you guys
Alex Cormier
14-10-2009, 14:53
Who's ready? Who's excited? Let's Party.... Soon...
Josh Goodman
14-10-2009, 15:56
We now have 21 teams registered! Check the website for the full list. It's going to be a great year this year!! I can't wait to see everyone!!
ny idea of more teams that are coming other than those on the website such as 424 and 1450
We now have 21 teams registered! Check the website for the full list. It's going to be a great year this year!! I can't wait to see everyone!!
I only see 20 teams.
Is 578 back on board?
do you mean that you see no more teams registering than the ones already registered
rees2001
14-10-2009, 19:56
ny idea of more teams that are coming other than those on the website such as 424 and 1450
Pittsford will be using the 424 robot from last year. I don't know about 1450.
is there an update on team 578 and when does registration close
does anybody know of more teams that bare registering and is 578 competing
commodoredl
15-10-2009, 22:28
I sent out an email to every contact I could locate on the teams attending the Ruckus last night; no responses 24 hours later. If I don't get any by the end of the weekend, 578 will unfortunately not be participating in the Lunacy part of this year's Ruckus. :(
ask the spencerport team for there 2nd robot there bringing as pittsford is using 424 robot
hey theres only 8 days left any news on more teams registering
hey theres only 8 days left any news on more teams registering
What's on the page is who is registered.
Do yu realize that you are basically talking to yourself in this thread?
You need less sugar.
rees2001
18-10-2009, 14:25
Do you realize that you are basically talking to yourself in this thread?
You need less sugar.
Don't rain on his parade Ed. Remember when you were that EXCIETED to participate?
Do I need to bring wireless headset mikes this year?
What's on the page is who is registered.
Do yu realize that you are basically talking to yourself in this thread?
You need less sugar.
Oh i know i am a bit redundant but this is my last year on robotics as a student and really excited for the ruckus
Who's up for Laser Tag on Friday (Steve you can't come)?
Jay Trzaskos
19-10-2009, 15:38
Let's hope everything runs smoothly this year. There's no point loading up teams with bots that barely work if it means they'll be spending more time troubleshooting than competing. Are you going to be having 18 teams running matches so frequently that they can't even get to their pit before being queued? or is it going to be a more relaxed evenly paced event this year?
Chris is me
19-10-2009, 15:44
Just got a financial "boost" from my parents covering bus tickets to Rochester. I'm excited! Once I get all of my tests out of the way, all I have to do is label all of my Vex parts, build what I can in Troy, and finalize designs (figuring out how to mount the "towers" that will hold the gears holding the arms on is probably trickiest... and how to scrap independently actuated tread in favor of a sliding door... with parts I don't have on hand). Oh, and I have to get EasyC working.
Does it make sense for me to sign up as a volunteer also, or should I just see where I can help when I get there?
commodoredl
19-10-2009, 15:48
Good news- thanks to a generous offer from the X-Cats, team 578 will be able to attend the Ruckus and borrow their practice robot to compete in the Lunacy competition. Our team is eternally grateful for all the teams who offered to help us out, and it means a lot to us that we'll still be able to attend our favorite off-season event. :D
Let's hope everything runs smoothly this year. There's no point loading up teams with bots that barely work if it means they'll be spending more time troubleshooting than competing. Are you going to be having 18 teams running matches so frequently that they can't even get to their pit before being queued? or is it going to be a more relaxed evenly paced event this year?
What is the happy medium between ensuring lots of playing time and allowing for pit time for repairs and recovery? I think they are prepping match schedules starting tonight (the close of registration is today). I'll make sure they hear this feedback!
Does it make sense for me to sign up as a volunteer also, or should I just see where I can help when I get there?From what I understand, official volunteer registration is closed, but I'm sure there will be ways you can help out the day of the event!
Good news- thanks to a generous offer from the X-Cats, team 578 will be able to attend the Ruckus and borrow their practice robot to compete in the Lunacy competition. Our team is eternally grateful for all the teams who offered to help us out, and it means a lot to us that we'll still be able to attend our favorite off-season event. :DDan - you snuck in while I was replying to the other posts! That is wonderful! Yahoo!!! :D
Josh Goodman
20-10-2009, 17:36
Four Days Left!!! Who's Excited?!
Josh Goodman
22-10-2009, 13:40
...No one is excited?...
Travis Hoffman
22-10-2009, 13:50
...No one is excited?...
We're speechless. ;)
Alex Cormier
22-10-2009, 13:53
We're speechless. ;)
I think that's better for all of us.
Chris is me
22-10-2009, 14:59
So I heard some pretty bad news from home unfortunately, so I won't be able to make the Ruckus this weekend. (Don't worry, it's not too serious, stuff just came up) Sorry, I really wanted to go. If I'm not there next year I'll eat my cheese hat!
Travis Hoffman
22-10-2009, 17:09
I think that's better for all of us.
Unfortunately, you must not have received the memo. Hopefully a pie in zee face will silence you.
Samheartsrobots
22-10-2009, 17:32
...No one is excited?...
I am! I didn't it to the ruckus my freshman year so this will be my first time going. :]
PS- Does everyone get a pie in the face? :yikes:
I'm SO excited for Ruckus! I can't wait - this will be my first event with 229. See y'all there! :)
I am! I didn't it to the ruckus my freshman year so this will be my first time going. :]
PS- Does everyone get a pie in the face? :yikes:
NO. The ones that you can count on are Libby and Alex. Most likely Koko Ed, Kim, if she is there, and maybe 1 or 2 more. Bring cash so that you can buy tickets for the draws. If your number is drawn by the "volunteer", you get to give them a Pie-in-the-Eye. This is a yearly tradition that always seems to "mess" up the finals. The BIGGEST attraction is Alex who seems to be able to get 90% of the pie in his mouth. Big target I guess and it is never closed. ::safety::
You can see one of the Refs finally getting theirs : http://www.chiefdelphi.com/media/photos/25808
i am so excited for the ruckus with only one day left
Josh Goodman
23-10-2009, 09:28
Well gotta finish up classes today and then I'm heading out early to setup the field. I will see some of you later today and most of you all tomorrow. Make sure you stop by the production table to say hi! It's my first Ruckus I haven't reffed at. It should be fun! :D
Josh Goodman
24-10-2009, 22:25
Another Great event! Thanks to all the volunteers and teams who helped make it possible. Congrats to 191, 1511, and 2340!
Also....pie photos will be up soon...
Travis Hoffman
25-10-2009, 01:46
Another Great event! Thanks to all the volunteers and teams who helped make it possible. Congrats to 191, 1511, and 2340!
Also....pie photos will be up soon...
I'm pretty sure artificial whipped topping makes a great hair conditioner....
Thank you to all of those involved in putting on a great event. Both 379 and 48 had a great time, and we would not hesitate to come back if the event fits our schedule next fall.
Congratulations to all finalists and winners - by the way, I so called that 48-48 tie in the finals, right down to that beautiful score. :cool:
Thanks to our good friends and NEOFRA partners on 379 for giving us a ride to the event and supplying a 2nd drive team for our robot - you guys did an outstanding job! I think everyone was also impressed with your own robot modifications you worked so hard on the past few months - you should be proud of your accomplishments! Thank you for selecting us - it was awesome being on the same alliance as you - thanks also to 1405 for rounding out the alliance and tolerating my "energetic" coaching style. :)
Thanks to 1511 for giving us a glimpse of the new Classmate PC driver station/dashboard.
Finally, thanks to those who allowed me to participate in the pie in the eye event, giving one of our mentors the chance to get me back on behalf of all the team for all the crap I put them through each year. A special shout out to the girl who totally blasted Koko Ed (and half the audience and gym floor).
Keep up the great work, all!
thanks to 3173 and 1551 for a great alliance and making it to the finals and congratulations to 191 1511 and 2340 for a terrific game
AngelicSlayer
25-10-2009, 17:44
The Ruckus was a GREAT success and awesome event! I had the opportunity to both volunteer and play matches together, and I even got to Pie Goodman in the face :)
I got a first hand experience at Coaching for the Quarter, Semi and Finals, and it was INSANE!
Thanks to all the teams that came out, and congrats to the finalists and winners!
Here is a link for an old Pie-in-the-Eye event at Ruckus. A few other people, Kim and I, were not caught on film. I was told that the videos would be up within a week or so.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hEHEevvexKw
Ruckus was great!!!
I had a fun time as a referee, although I never managed to catch Jason Rees cheating during the mentor matches! :(
Congratulations to the winning alliance of 191, 2340 and 1511 on a tremendous effort! And congratulations to all the teams that competed! It was especially fun knowing that you all were mixing up the drive team members during the qualification rounds - I loved seeing all the new faces involved!
Congrats to 1511's Ruckus VEX drivers, Kristina and Rachel, for winning the VEX competition and for being very good sports about competing! Big big thanks to Clarkson Ninja Turtles for building the extra VEX bot so we could get some hands on experiences, and for being very gracious especially when it seems they gave away the wrong robot! :rolleyes:
A huge thank you to the planning committee! All those hours made the event an overwelming success! And thanks to all the team members, mentors and parents who volunteered! And to NASA for the field! And a huge thanks to Jeff Downs for writing the code to make the field work and the display look pretty!
It was great seeing friends from a little further away - Steve, representing Canada (the Canadian National Anthem was sung just for him), Kim and Eric Eckhardt (newly transplanted to Boston, but back for Ruckus), Libby :), and Travis and the whole crew from Ohio!
I hope someone posts all the award winners soon and lots of photos! (And Koko Ed, those awards were fantastic, if I do say so myself! ;) )
Larry Lewis
28-10-2009, 23:34
Thanks to everyone that volunteered and attended Ruckus! I hope that everyone had a great time and I look forward to seeing everyone again next year! Till then good luck with the upcoming build and competition season.
Thanks to all our pie in the eye volunteers including newcomers Libby K. and Travis H.
Thanks to NASA for use of their field during the event.
A huge thanks to the Ruckus Planning Committee which worked very hard to put this event on year after year.
Larry
Check it out! There is now video!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=368z-BQsh9s
Check it out! There is now video!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=368z-BQsh9s
Great video guys. I still would like to know what Libby did to her room mate to have such a blow delivered with the pie.
JaneYoung
07-11-2009, 14:18
I would like to know if you offer a class in the correct method of pie throwing. There seems to be a side > loop around > chin to forehead > plop and fold on the top of the head method. Well, and then there's the smash Ed method, too.
Justin Montois
07-11-2009, 16:24
I would like to know if you offer a class in the correct method of pie throwing. There seems to be a side > loop around > chin to forehead > plop and fold on the top of the head method. Well, and then there's the smash Ed method, too.
Oh Steve can answer that! He gave a great lesson on pieing to ensure maximum damage.
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