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Originally Posted by JesseK
Those are side steps and jukes sprinkled with some spins that simply do what a 6WD could do in the same situations. While I do agree it's better than average Mecanum driving, I don't know that I'd call it 'running circles' around 6WD.
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What I don't get is why you'd ever want to run circles around anyone. One circle sure, but multiple? Sort of kidding, but not really. What is it that we're actually looking to show?
They're not untouchable for sure, but they are maneuverable. Are they, as the OP asked, "significantly more maneuverable than a six wheel skid"? It depends on the six wheel skid. This guy's obviously a good driver, possibly with some unique control scheme. It's clear they've illustrated that mecanum can hold its own.
Have they illustrated that mecanum is comparable to 6wd in general, possibly better in some ways (in terms of specific performance)? Up for debate. I suspect what this is is an example of mecanum being
driven as well some of the better 6wds...so now the playing field is more level. Until they're pitted head to head with one of them, it's hard to tell. (Of course, they've probably done this, if someone wants to check match video.)
The short course for those looking to decide, all else equal? The one you drive strategically better.