Predictions Week 1: We Have Lift-Off

[Dad1279]

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Propeller propulsion will also be popular at this regional with teams like 45, 1279, and 1731 using it. .....

I don't know how LF does it..... very few have seen our robot, we haven't posed a pic.... Spy Cameras? Or were you one of the responding police officers on duty when we set off the school alarm that late night before ship?

[Daniel_LaFleur]

Originally Posted by Looking Forward

NEW HAMPSHIRE:
The BAE Granite State Regional will play host to 47 teams, but like NJ, only one is a rookie (3074). The large amount of veterans should hopefully mean fewer teams falling behind and a more competitive event. But it might not mean higher scores, given New England's reputation for fierce defense. Even the offense will likely be dependent on physical play and pinning. Elimination alliance structure will likely be a little different than the other events with teams of this caliber, and the ability of the third partner to play defense, pin, and avoid being pinned will be even more critical to each and every alliance.

QFT.

In the 7 years I've been involved with FIRST, I don't believe I've seen a game designed that emphisizes the New England style physical defense (and offense?) as well as Lunacy does.

Make sure your chin-straps are on tight, your control systems are tied down well, and your bumpers are strong as I expect to see some real solid contact and very physical (within the rules) play ... It's gonna be fun up here at BAE.

[Grant Cox]

I like the nod to 141 for Traverse City. They're consistently a strong but unrecognized candidate, like you said. I'm really interested to see how their delivery system pans out.

Who else is spending their friday and saturday on the webcasts?

[JaneYoung]

Well crafted post, Looking Forward. Excellent writing. The historical tidbits and information help the reader understand the game play as well as some of the players that have been highlighted. Can't wait to read about all the competitions of the season. Thanks for the hard work, research, and fun puns.

[The Lucas]

Originally Posted by Dad1279

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Propeller propulsion will also be popular at this regional with teams like 45, 1279, and 1731 using it. .....

I don't know how LF does it..... very few have seen our robot, we haven't posed a pic.... Spy Cameras? Or were you one of the responding police officers on duty when we set off the school alarm that late night before ship?

LF is everyone and everywhere (kinda like Agent Smith but in a good way ). I'm amazed at how LF has gathered info on some of the unposted robots.

However, 1279 is not one of these unposted robots. No spy camera is necessary when you have Youtube. The 1279 bot is seen practicing with Team Overdrive (2753) in their video. Since you guys will be attending both and Philly with us it triggered an immediate scouting reflex in me. I'm looking forward to seeing it in person (and many others will see it Broadcast) Good Luck guys!

[Elgin Clock]

Originally Posted by Dad1279

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Propeller propulsion will also be popular at this regional with teams like 45, 1279, and 1731 using it. .....
I don't know how LF does it..... very few have seen our robot, we haven't posed a pic.... Spy Cameras? Or were you one of the responding police officers on duty when we set off the school alarm that late night before ship?

You sure you haven't posted a pic???
Maybe not on CD, but that doesn't mean it's not elsewhere...
http://www.coldfusion1279.com/media_...to_gallery.htm

[M. Mellott]

A lot of great background information there--and thanks for the mention.

Can't wait for it all to get started--only a few more hours now!!

[Enigma's puzzle]

I always look forward to these.

I am incredibly interested in watching both Midwest for the high level of competition, and Traverse City for the new district model.

[Wayne C.]

thanks for the optimistic posting- we have been working hard

but it has been "the season from Hell"

of course there are always little surprises.....

WC

[waialua359]

Originally Posted by Wayne C.

thanks for the optimistic posting- we have been working hard

but it has been "the season from Hell"

of course there are always little surprises.....

WC

Good luck Wayne!

Not that you folks historically need it.......
Our team will be sure to watch you folks, especially in the elimination rounds.
We got lots of popcorn and arare (hawaii people like it).

[tanner2point0]

Amazing post. I can tell you right now this is gonna be my favorite thing to read for the next 7 weeks. Can't wait to see the predictions pan out and read more, I'm especially anxious to see if my team will get a mention.

[techtiger1]

Kudos to Libby and 1923 for getting noticed!!! Good luck this weekend. This is pretty much what you expected out of this weekend from looking foward. Midwest should be entertaining as usual.

-Drew

[Sgraff_SRHS06]

Based on 1114's strategy, you pick them to win, you win $1,000,000 this year IF THEY WIN over $1 a year ago!

[GODUX123]

Nice job on the Traverse City Regional!