[s_forbes]

753 had the best drivetrain that I think I've ever seen. They went with treads that were (I think) 2" wide and made of a very sticky material. It was the most robust design by far at the Sacramento competition and they had no trouble pushing us sideways towards the ramp and then sideways up the ramp.

Fortunately we got 1662 on our alliance, and they were the only team that I saw push 753 around. 1662 had 4 2" wide, 8" diameter IFI traction wheels, and they could push around whoever they wanted. Their robot was a little on the skinny and long side, though, so they hopped quite a bit while turning.