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Re: Are You EPICALLY overweight?
We've had mixed experiences over the years.

2003, our first year, we added a boat anchor chain for ballast.

2005, we removed a stage to our multi-stage lift to make weight.

This year we were about 20 lbs overwight. Every time we thought we took 10 lbs off, we ended up 5 lbs lighter! Right now we're hovering around 120. That camera isn't looking so important any more!

Anyone notice that their robot gains weight from the time it ships 'til weigh-in at the Regional? Just part of the magic of FIRST I guess.

-Chip
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