Re: bumper customization?
 

Not sure if thats allowed to be honest. I'll have to check the rule book and such.

Re: bumper customization?
 

Why wouldn't e-bay be allowed? It's available to everyone.

Re: bumper customization?
 

I suggest looking at the Q&A for bumper rules as there are several clarifications.

There is no rule specifying bumper must be on all sides, but with no bumper is opens the interpretation of another robot pushing you to be much looser. The Q&A specifically addresses partial bumpers and gaps needed for ball gathering/etc.

Also if you want to know how to use 15lbs for your bumpers an above post mentioning all plywood is not equal was quite right. If you get your plywood at the Depot our bumpers will sail right through yours.

Re: bumper customization?
 

If you want to "customize" your bumpers, just get some cool material to put on the outside with a cool design.

Your robot should be the custom work, not the safety equipment. It is designed for a reason how it is, and why it is, with safety in mind.

Re: bumper customization?
 

the bumper are a good idea. it reduces the risk of damaging your robot if you ram something too hard :yikes:

Re: bumper customization?
 

VERY valid point. We ...uh...dented our robot in testing the other day...."Hey lets see how fast we can go..." " how do we stop.?!" "@#$* Corner corner corner!!!" (not the best way to stop :-p)