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Re: Palmetto Regional Week 0.5

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Originally Posted by Boltman View Post

Match 52 RED almost captured so close...down to 1 strength all three bots challenge with one having a boulder could not pop it in.
That was painfully close. We were a little left on our low goal shot. I think someone will capture before qualifications end.

In general, this game is fun to play but a wee bit rough on robots. The field itself has also taken a beating - especially the Cheval de Frise. These robots can easily overpower the polycarb. I believe FIRST is looking into reinforcement options.

I know a lot of people are curious about line of sight. My advice is to choose your defense wisely. We stick with all low defenses. They are still hard for most robots and field visibility in greatly improved. With two drawbridges and two portcullis gates, you can't even see the timer clock on the other end.

The clear barriers between the defenses and on the batter are very tough to see. Lots of folks hitting or getting stuck on these shields.

The wood defenses don't give you a good indication of how the re,al field reacts. To me, the Cheval de Frise, Rough Terrain, and Moat are tougher. The Portcullis is much easier.

Saturday is going to be interesting. Not too much defensive play yet. Elimination rounds

David