How many people like bumpers?

SSMike · #1 18-01-2008, 15:27

But that's not what the GDC chose to do so you don't really have that option. Personally I do like them and am glad that the GDC decided to make them mandatory. Bumpers are safe and allow for less damage to the robots.

IndySam · #2 18-01-2008, 15:46

This year is a race format and just like NASCAR FIRST is requiring very strict bumper rules.

Remember: racin'isrubbin'

wilsonmw04 · #3 18-01-2008, 16:54

I like the idea of bumpers but why make the bumpers part of the over all length of the robot for all intents and purposes? The 80" rules makes wrapping around a 40" ball nearly impossible with a KOP frame. (unless you drive it on the short axis)

Cory · #4 18-01-2008, 16:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSMike

But that's not what the GDC chose to do so you don't really have that option. Personally I do like them and am glad that the GDC decided to make them mandatory. Bumpers are safe and allow for less damage to the robots.

I think the opposite is true. I think in 2006 and 2007 they encouraged aggressive and at times destructive play, under the guise of being "protected" from such play by bumpers.

Urban Hawk · #5 18-01-2008, 16:54

I like the rule since it keeps all the robots more protected, besides.... we were planning to put them on anyway.

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