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Originally Posted by Monochron
That's what gives. Every team can't just buy a very competitive robot, only some can.
I am assuming you are being sarcastic here, but either way, it is kind of offensive.
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This assertion that a "competitive" robot somehow costs thousands of dollars is, frankly, ridiculous.
You get a drivebase in the KoP which is covered by a cost you HAVE to pay, total cost, $0. This year alone that will give you at least 11 points in auton. Yet I consistently see teams not earning even that. Heck, strap a chair on top and it's a viable inbounder. Not the most glamorous role but certainly needed and a hot commodity. Total cost, $40 if you buy a REALLY nice chair.
Look at 558 for an example of simple, mostly COTS bot that doesn't cost a ton.