Early Release Field Elements BOM.

In past years FIRST has made the BOM (bill of materials) for the field elements available so that teams that wish to start construction of a field of play can buy the materials before hand, and start construction as soon as the as the game is announced. This is a big help for some teams that need to travel miles into town to get 'supplies.'

I remember when we all were scratching our heads over 'toilet bowl flanges,' and those darn magnets. Typically, the advanced BOM is released the Thursday before unveiling. Is there a link or plans to have the BOM ready this year?

[aaeamdar]

I'm not sure where this could be found. What has it been like in previous years? A shopping list?:

3 Pool noodles
1 5x5 sheet metal

etc.

And do you have any further ideas on this?

Thanks

[Billfred]

2005's list, for reference purposes

[aaeamdar]

Thanks, I'm compiling a .doc on anything helpful to our team in the forums. Do they usually get fired up when build season starts?

[Billfred]

Originally Posted by aaeamdar

Thanks, I'm compiling a .doc on anything helpful to our team in the forums. Do they usually get fired up when build season starts?

You mean ChiefDelphi?

Legend has it that Brandon installs the server in a bulletproof case shortly before Kickoff. That way, when the server explodes, the damage to surrounding things is minimal.

[Swampdude]

Ya know, after looking at last years list and knowing what we really needed. I'm just going to wait and buy the stuff after. I don't see why they had us buying a chain link, 3/4 pvc and 3/8 tubing etc...

[Madison]

We've been asked to bring $58 to our remote kickoff near Seattle to purchase a part that, as we were told, all teams will need. Those organizing the kickoff and, presumably, with access to the field bill of materials, have ordered these parts in bulk for a discount. The retail price is approximately $125.

I have no idea what it is, but that's what I was told. I don't know if other organizing parties have been able to do the same.

[Greg Needel]

Originally Posted by M. Krass

We've been asked to bring $58 to our remote kickoff near Seattle to purchase a part that, as we were told, all teams will need. Those organizing the kickoff and, presumably, with access to the field bill of materials, have ordered these parts in bulk for a discount. The retail price is approximately $125.

quick everyone find everything in the whole world that sells for $125 so we can get an edge on our building 2 days before kick off.....ready...go!

[MikeDubreuil]

Originally Posted by Greg Needel

quick everyone find everything in the whole world that sells for $125 so we can get an edge on our building 2 days before kick off.....ready...go!

My guess is that at $125 retail it's probably not a game piece, like a tetra or a ball. It sounds like it's something electronic with such a large profit margin. Maybe a sensor for the control system that is a last minute addition to the KOP?

[Nuttyman54]

interesting...I wonder if we (my team) is going to have to bring money also...if we do, I sure hope they tell us REALLY soon

[petek]

Originally Posted by Greg Needel

quick everyone find everything in the whole world that sells for $125 so we can get an edge on our building 2 days before kick off.....ready...go!

How about a mailbox?

[slickguy2007]

Originally Posted by petek

How about a mailbox?

You beat me to it!

GO 1403!!!

[petek]

Originally Posted by slickguy2007

You beat me to it!

I'm becoming concerned about the reaction time (or lack thereof) being displayed by my fellow CD travelers. I mean a whole 2 hrs & 27 min elapsed after Madison's post and this obvious response was still just waiting to be posted! Come on people, let's step it up! This is no time to be napping - Kickoff is just 2 days 4 hrs 20 min away!

[Adam Richards]

Originally Posted by petek

I'm becoming concerned about the reaction time (or lack thereof) being displayed by my fellow CD travelers. I mean a whole 2 hrs & 27 min elapsed after Madison's post and this obvious response was still just waiting to be posted! Come on people, let's step it up! This is no time to be napping - Kickoff is just 2 days 4 hrs 20 min away!

Actually, that would be kickoff day. The actual Kickoff event (at 10am) is about 2 days, 13 hours, 50 minutes away.

[Ethulin]

Originally Posted by M. Krass

We've been asked to bring $58 to our remote kickoff near Seattle to purchase a part that, as we were told, all teams will need. Those organizing the kickoff and, presumably, with access to the field bill of materials, have ordered these parts in bulk for a discount. The retail price is approximately $125.

I have no idea what it is, but that's what I was told. I don't know if other organizing parties have been able to do the same.

I am on the team hosting this kickoff. We do not know what this $58 dollar part is either. We recieved this message from Kevin Ross, a pretty reliable source

Hello Teams,

There is a thing-a-ma-jig that every team FRC team is going to need this
year. By placing a bulk order, FIRSTWA was able to purchase this doo-hicky
for about half of what it would have otherwised cost. We went ahead and
ordered one for every team so we could get this bulk price.

At Saturdays kickoff, you will be able to pickup and take home this widget.
To do so, you will need to bring $58 with you. You can bring either cash or
a check made out to FIRSTWA. We will provide you with a receipt for $58 so
you can get reimbursed. We will be unable to accept purchase orders for
this.

If you elect not to purchase what we are offering, it will cost you
approximately $125 to get on your own. Please plan on taking advantage of
our offer on Saturday. That is once again on kickoff Saturday only! We are
sending you advanced notice so you can make arrangements for the $58.

Thanks, see you on Saturday morning.

Kevin

And aaeamdar,

I read a lot more than I post, so I only have 50 posts for 2.5 years. It just depends on your style.