Re: The best Regional in the Midwest 2007
 

I wasn't saying that these teams aren't good. I was saying that 9 of the 13 teams you mentioned; as being a reason why you like GLR, are on the waiting list for WMR; and then adding the other teams I metioned, this might make WMR a little better.

Another reason I tend to think WMR might be a little bit better; is that its on the last weekend of regionals, where GLR is on the second weekend. Which means that most teams have competed in at least one other regional, before WMR, and have a good idea what they want to do at WMR.

Last thing, we don't know from the First website who's on the wait list for GLR, because right now its full. But you probably already checked yourself.

Re: The best Regional in the Midwest 2007
 

We're going to St. Louis and Boilermaker this year.

I like boilermaker because its close to home, but its too crowded. I wish they wouldn't use the armoury for it, instead find a different (more spacious) site that would allow more teams. IRI to me is better than the boilermaker because of the number of teams.

I'm looking forward to St. Louis (haven't been there)

Re: The best Regional in the Midwest 2007
 

Plus you forgot 469, 93, 47 and 302 who are not at GLR.
Recently, GLR was the strongest by far until Detroit came along and diluted GLR. That also happened to Midwest when Boilermaker came along and now Wsiconsin to dilute it further.

Re: The best Regional in the Midwest 2007
 

My general point was that some of the WMR teams who are not currently signed up for GLR may be on the GLR wait list (hoping for another team to drop out). Either way though, WMR and GLR are looking like the top-two regionals for 2007 (that is, until we see the robots). Las Vegas isn't too far behind though.

Re: The best Regional in the Midwest 2007
 

Guys lets agree to disagree on which Mi regional is better, but I think we all know the best regionals are in the Midwest ;) .

Re: The best Regional in the Midwest 2007
 

That's cus you Midwest teams are afraid to come back to the East. ;)

Re: The best Regional in the Midwest 2007
 

My thoughts...

"powerhouse" team wise... I'd have to say West Michigan.

However, I'm rather partial to WI, just because we have so far 7 of 8 MN teams going... one great leap for Minnesota! (last year there were 2 MN teams).

I think WM will be a great experience for any rookie teams lucky enough to be going though... hopefully 1816 will get to go as well!

Re: The best Regional in the Midwest 2007
 

Now that 254 isn't going to GLR does that change anyones pick?

Re: The best Regional in the Midwest 2007
 

Note: A non-Midwest rep-digit team won this regional in its rookie year (2002) and [hoped to come] back to WMR for a third time.

Re: The best Regional in the Midwest 2007
 

(Not having seen the pending list,) its either West Michigan or GLR. Hard decision. I'll have to give it to West Michigan, though, as it has a higher concentration of stellar *past* performance.

Re: The best Regional in the Midwest 2007
 

Yah, totally St. Louis, just because it's the one I"m going to, and it's not during my midterms! (otherwise I'd drive up there) p:

Re: The best Regional in the Midwest 2007
 

I have gone to both many years. I feel that both are great regionals BUT West MI is a better/harder regional. Here are my top 5 reasons.
1. West MI is the last weekend of regional’s (teams know what they are doing)
2. The BEAST is back!! (enough said)
3. Det took away more distinguished teams from GLR fast because it is toooo small and fills up fast!!! :mad:
4. The First 25 teams give me butterflies just knowing we have to go against them one time or another.
5. :( the cheesy poofs could not make it to GLR :( (maybe next year)

Re: The best Regional in the Midwest 2007
 

Can't say that there is a bad regional out there. Each has there own good and bad points. I would have to say that the GLR is a great place to see what is to come. There are alway a couple teams that are ready, willing and able to show us just how great a game FIRST has come up with. It is early in the season and kind of lights the fire. The WMR is the culmination of four weeks worth of regional action and fine tuning of the machines, drive teams, scouts, stategists etc. etc. etc. As Mr. Verbruggie says, pound per pound the WMR is one of the toughes out there. Especially this year with both The Beast and Wildstang coming. I sure hope that 111 is able to webcast the WMR. My vote has to go to WMR.