2005 West Michigan

[pathew100]

I know it's a couple of weeks away but I thought I'd post a message about West Michigan.

It's been two years since 862 has been to West Michigan. Since then the regional has moved to GVSU in Allendale. Just wanted to hear from someone who went last year, how was the new venue?

[Jeff Waegelin]

I liked it... it's so much better than the old venue (the Grand Center). At least this way, noone will be forced to put their pit table on a sloping floor... some teams had to do that the first year of the event (2001). One major downside is a lack of hotels and restaurants in the surrouding area. So, we gained some things and lost others, but I think it was a positive switch.

[JoeXIII'007]

I never went to the old venue because I wasn't on 66 when it was, so I can't compare the 2 but I can say it is a very relaxed area to compete in. Fewer teams and a smaller crowd than GLR, it is really fun.

[macurtis]

Definitely less crowed than the Grand Center was. It's also easier to access than GR. I will admit that parking was somewhat lousy in respect to tailgating, but then again, we weren't expecting the Judges to come around the pits during lunch, which caught me off gaurd. But all in all, GVSU is a better venue than the Grand Center.

[dan 322]

Very nice event. I'm finding it to be a very tuff event as far as competition goes now compared to the past years at Western. This years event looks no different. I see at least 15-20 really good robots. For some reason this is the one regional our team can't seem to win, runner-up once or twice. With this years bot I think we have our best chance in a few years. Should be a blast.

[macurtis]

may the best bot win.

[Steve Yasick]

Hello WMR teams

I just want to welcome you to our back yard! Team 85 and Zeeland are just 10 miles from GVSU.

During competition we would like to offer you whatever we can to help your team be a success. We have the knowledge to help you find supplies fast. We can help you with hotel location and directions. We can help you with computer access and some printing.

If you need some spare parts or raw material, we may just have them back at the shop (we have 10 years of stuff here )

Please feel free to stop by our pit and ask any member of our team or you can call my cell phone (616) 560-4356

Can't wait to see you. Drive safe.

Steve Yasick

[Chris Fultz]

Matt (Fultz) and I wil be there as Field Reset crew.

I am looking forward to some exciting action and seeing some teams compete that I haven't seen so far this season.

See everyone on Friday Morning.

[Sakura141]

It takes most of the Holland Teams 30 to 45 minutes to get to the regional... but it's our home... and Team 141 is ready to defend our title as the West Michigan Champs! Good luck to all!

[Will Hanashiro]

one day and counting... good luck teams!!!!

[Jim Schaddelee]

After one day of practice and one day of qualifing here are a few of my thoughts.First i am surprised by the level of competion of some of the rookie teams they are doing a great job .Second I am shocked how some very great vet teams are having a hard time winning even with there great robots.The event seems to running quickly and well organized . Good luck tommorow to everyone .What are your thoughts?


Jim Schaddelee
Team 107 Holland Christian /Metal flow