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[Greg Needel]

Originally Posted by sam shawe

It's true, these track drivetrain sets will be produced!
To answer your questions:
We will work with Andy Mark so that our track system mates directly to their
gearboxes or a team can use the kit gearbox.
Total drive train weight is 16-18 lbs. per side depending on the motors used.
Tracks are made by Breco-Flex, we will have them in stock with no lead-time, also in talking with Breco Flex the
tracks can be re-treaded.
When properly designed a tracked robot will spin on it's footprint !
This track system mates directly to the gearboxes eliminating all extra chains
belts etc. to remove from the robot remove 3 bolts and unplug motor wires.
These tracks are steel belted and do not stretch eliminating any need for
adjustment adding reliability to design .
The three uniquely shaped columns add structural rigidity to system.

Sam Shawe

I would just like to point out something which you hopefully already know. There are regulations regarding selling things to FIRST teams, specifically regarding the production amounts required. To make these things legal for FIRST teams every team has to be guaranteed the availability, IE. for this upcoming season you would have to stock a set for at least as many teams competing this year or be able to make them on a per-order basis, with out the possiblity of backorder.

I am sure you are aware of this, but I am unsure if the demand will be worth the investment. That being said I never like to discourage anyone. The advise I would give is to give a call to FIRST as they can probably direct you better, in addition speaking with Andy Baker, would do you well. Good Luck.