Calm before the Storm

[mechanicalbrain]

Originally Posted by Don Wright

But, wouldn't it be nice to have the kick-off before the winter/Christmas/holiday break to allow people to use the normal time off from work/school to get a really good start on the game?

PSSHHHHHH what makes you think i haven't started already. Ive already designed my electrical system and I'm currently testing a new drive train idea. Nothing that involves physical construction but still getting ready.

[c-squared_2006]

I'm sure most of us are very eager to see what the 2005-2006 FIRST robotics season has in store for us. Personally, I don't mind the wait because it gives us time to prepare and train the new members.

I really don't see the point in speculation. But that's just my opinion.

I don't want to say anything to offend people, so sorry if I did. Please don't flame me!

[Swan217]

Originally Posted by Cyberguy34000

What is the other city being considered besides Atlanta?

Originally Posted by DJ Fluck

Rumor has it that 4 cities are currently bidding for the championships

Atlanta
Indianapolis
Detroit Area
Disney

I was gonna keep this quiet, but since the announcement is coming Monday anyways...

A little birdie told me that Detroit was making a big push for the Championship in July.

[AmyPrib]

I'd like to buy 2 vowels, please....
First the "A".....

Ok, I've given the hints... It's between Indy and Atlanta. We'll all find out soon enough.... .

[Kyle Love]

Originally Posted by David Kelly

The word is that FIRST is supposed to release the location of the 07,08,09 Championships no later than Aug 15, which would be this coming Monday. It's down to two cities so we shall find out very soon!

GO INDY!!! I really hope Indy wins out...close to a lot of the midwest FIRST teams.

[mechanicalbrain]

I hope its in Atlanta! They have the origional Longhorn Steakhouse (really good) and its the only way we can afford to go. Personally everyone here is saying what their birdies say but i want to hear it from the birds beak.

[santosh]

A bunch of my friends work at Longhorn. Longhorn is great. I haven't really heard anything but I can't see why it wont be in ATL. Don't fix something that isn't broken.

[Amanda Morrison]

Originally Posted by mechanicalbrain

Personally everyone here is saying what their birdies say but i want to hear it from the birds beak.

Well, I guess you'll just have to wait to find out, like the rest of us. Nobody in this thread will be able to tell you the answer, but it seems like everyone is having fun with speculation.

[AmyPrib]

Originally Posted by santosh

A bunch of my friends work at Longhorn. Longhorn is great. I haven't really heard anything but I can't see why it wont be in ATL. Don't fix something that isn't broken.

Maybe there are things broken that we don't know about...or perhaps there are things that can be improved... I like Atlanta a lot... But.. I also like Indy..

[Rich Kressly]

1. As stated, the three cities that made major presentations for the FRC Championship are Atlanta, Indy, and Detroit. Decision to be finalized in August.

2. FRC game development is well underway. Despite what many may believe, this isn't all done at the last minute. Your input in the CD threads is taken into consideration as well as the feedback given at the official team forums. If you participated, thank you. The kickoff will remain in January as always and the calendar for registration, etc. will be similar to last year.

3. The FIRST Vex Challenge (FVC) pilot season will include six regional competitions. Two of these will run in conjunction with FLL competitions, two with FRC regionals, and two will stand alone. There will again be an FVC tournament at the Championship as well. Since this is still a pilot, FIRST and Radio Shack want to explore all of the possibilities. Five of the six sites have been finalized and an announcement will come from FIRST as soon as the sixth site is nailed down. The FVC pilot now has it's own management team at FIRST and things are in great hands.

4. FVC game development is 95% complete. Registration is set to begin in September, with kickoff in October. Look for something that is accessible and affordable as both FIRST and Radio Shack are interested in bringing as many "newbies" in as possible. However, it is anticipated that current programs will also be involved and will field some of the teams.

5. FLL registration has been open and will remain so through September. The Ocean Oddyssey challenge (along with the JFLL pilot that is continuing to phase II) will be released on September 12.

6. Dave still likes Krispy Kremes (right Amanda?), JVN now lives in Texas and builds cool stuff for a living, Andy B. is still cooler than any of us will admit, Brandon continues to do way too much for this site and we all appreciate it, and FIRST is sure to involve a record number of students in its programs again in 2006.

All is well. Have fun this year. As I've said in the past, there is no guarantee you'll ever get to do this again, so enjoy it!

[santosh]

You can see a somewhat lengthy discussion on champs and its location after 07 here

[Alan Anderson]

Originally Posted by santosh

I haven't really heard anything but I can't see why it wont be in ATL. Don't fix something that isn't broken.

Some of us have heard things that you have not. Championship in Atlanta is not broken, but it could be a whole lot better in an important way that the teams don't immediately see. Making it better is why other cities are being considered.

[Eugenia Gabrielov]

I live within an hour of Indianapolis.
I love Atlanta.

But you know something? It doesn't matter to me which one is chosen. Both are excellent cities as far as entertainment, hotels, etc go, and the locations are both good. Championships are championships, and I have no problem to fly the extra few hundred miles to experience that all over again.

[OZ_341]

So does this mean that my dream of FIRST's triumphant return to Disney is DEAD ????!!!

Please somebody.........Say it ain't so!!!

[Mike Martus]

Disney while great, was a major drain on a teams budget.

The events at Disney were great, many fond memories, however given the economic climate, the growth of FIRST I really do not see it in the future.