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Re: Team Update #5 Posted

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You beat me to it. Being down on the competition field is a completely different environment**. You get a lot of glare off the plexiglass and the diamond plate reflects light back at you as well. Also, the stage lights are very bright and one at the wrong angle can be very annoying while trying to operate your robot. I definitely think this is gonna cause alot of debate.
I plan on carrying three sets of glasses on to the field then this year. Clear, Amber Tinted, and Shaded.

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As for being in the pits, I understand that one. Being in a area with poor lighting as it is, and then having shaded glasses can be an issue. I, myself, don't have that much of a problem, but i'm sure other people do too.
Agreed, especially when the power went out to the secondary pits at UCF. Some parts of that tent were somewhat dim if you were away from the doors.

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** The different environment while being on the field also has prompted our driver team, coach, and human player to wear shorts. While it may be 20F outside, it's VERY warm down on the field and you definitely want to be comfortable.
20F outside? In Florida? *glances at thermometer that reads 70F* I wish.
 


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