[rpaulsen]

Sounds like a great reason to get your team members out there scouting. Once you get your match list get out there and talk to your alliance partners. Make sure your scouts know the capabilities of your robot, and work with your Alliance mates to determine which defense it makes the most sense for you to start in. There is no rule that states that you must start directly in front of your driver station.

As it stands 2 groups of defenses (B&D) are pretty straight forward to pass, especially if you are using 8" wheels, and add the Low Bar (E) to this list if you are under 14". This alone would allow you to fit into any strategy your alliance might come up with because you will always have a Defense you can pass. Though It will be awesome to see robots taking on the A&C Defenses in AUTO.