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Originally Posted by EricH
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Agreed. But I think a slight modification of <R31> would be in order under that interpretation. Since it quite obviously should currently only apply to "COTS ITEMS from ROBOTS entered into previous FIRST competitions." And an unused kit frame obviously wouldn't fall under that.
Arguing the merits and reasoning behind the rule is mostly pointless, but I would appreciate it if they at least worded the rule consistently with their interpretation. They could just switch to "COTS ITEMS from previous FIRST KoPs" and leave the current vague description of custom made for FIRST stuff... Or if they're actually concerned about "leveling the playing field" they could just do the obvious thing and ban all items from previous KoPs, period. A nice, clear, economy stimulating ruling. Not that great for the environment or team finances, but you can't have everything.