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Originally Posted by robotcanuck1676
Another question from 1676: Communication. How do American teams communicate with each other at Canadian regionals? Cell phone prices are outrageous, and as far as I know, we can't have radios (walkie-talkie's) at the competition. My guess would be just to send runners to find someone, but I'm not sure.
In addition, are there any other tips American teams that have been to Canadian regionals before have for our team? Since we (my family) are Canadian, we have an idea, but we certainly don't know everything.
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I wouldn't be too worried about this, yes, GTR is held in the biggest venue I've been to a FIRST event in, but its usually not a problem, as long as you organize where your team members are going to be in the stands. (Yes, I know, Atlanta, but 1075 has never been... no money)
Cell Phone prices are outrageous for all us non-mississauga canadian teams too, I know my cell phone will kill me for roaming if I use it... Also, if cell phones ARE your way of communication, I believe text messaging with most US carriers is only about 15 cents a message when you're in canada. Of course, check with your specific carrier to be sure.