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Re: BUMPER PERIMETER

I think Gary is right about this.

On a related note: this year, FIRST HQ is continuing its effort to improve consistent application of rules at all events. One way they are doing this is by inviting (read: requiring) all 40+ lead robot inspectors to participate in training on site at HQ this coming Saturday. Rumor has it that the training includes special breakout sessions on key topics, and that BUMPERS are one of those topics.

So, early next week there will be 40+ key volunteers who have received intensive training on (among several other topics) how to correctly interpret <R08>. This makes me feel much better about prospects for the new rule being uniformly applied at all 2009 FRC events.
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