This could be the "Survivor" of robotics contests. What I mean is that the first time there's a contest, you have a better chance of winning than if you wait to see if it's a "hit" or if other folks are doing it before you commit. The deadline for entering is this coming Monday so anyone thinking of doing it, better make up their minds or get their teams together SOON.
Besides, it just looks like FUN, doesn't it? Maybe since it's sponsored by a magazine, the winners will be on the front cover. That's better than a Wheaties box!
