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Unread 10-03-2009, 18:45
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Re: Pinning Long Robots
After attending both the NJ and NYC regionals, and driving 25 matches between them, i found the best way to not get pinned is to drive backwards. Our robot was in the long configuration, and since the trailer is about the same width as our robot, i never had a problem getting out of getting pinned. Driving backwards lets you turn way easier, as the trailer helps spin you around. Another great way to not get pinned is to have a robot on your alliance pin the other alliances robots (thank you team 1796).
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