Greetings Teams:
The 2008 Kickoff has finally arrived! FRC has been extremely busy preparing for this event and the entire 2008 season. We are very excited to welcome you to the season and introduce the 2008 game.
In order to prepare teams we want to inform you of a few items:
Encrypted Sections of Manual Now Available
The encrypted sections of the 2008 FRC Competition Manual (sections 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10) are now available for download at
http://www.usfirst.org/frc/2008/manual
To download, right-click on the pdf file and select "Save Link/Target As...".
The password for accessing these documents will be available at the end of the Kickoff broadcast on Saturday, January 5th, 2008.
Prior to Saturday please make sure your computer has the proper software by following the instructions for the 2008 Decryption Test found here,
http://www.usfirst.org/frc_documents
Consent and Release Forms
If you are attending the Manchester or a Local Kickoff please note that all team members (students and adult contacts) are required to have a signed Consent and Release form. These forms will be collected at the registration area prior to the Kickoff broadcast. You can download and print copies from
http://www.usfirst.org/community/frc...nt.aspx?id=960
KOP Dimensions
Please make sure you have enough space available in your vehicle to accommodate the Kit of Parts. Dimensions and weight are listed below:
2 plastic totes (grey and black)
27" x 17" x 12" each
About 65 - 70lbs each
2 cardboard boxes
36" x 4" x 9"
12" x 16"
Have an exciting and inspirational season!
Go Teams!