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Re: Pre-season purchases

We usually stock up on the metal that we commonly use. 1x1 aluminum angle (1/8" and 1/16") is VERY popular around here, we usually order quite a bit each year (and use a lot for OCCRA as well).

As a second year team, you probably don't have a ton of money. Look at the things you consumed a lot of last year (aside from Mtn. Dew). Things like metal, fasteners, and wire can be used next year if you don't use it all this year, and as such are fairly safe to buy in the pre-season.
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