what to bring to Atlanta???

[thefro526]

I always bring the usual travel stuff and then add in the robotics related stuff. I suggest bringing a camera, comfy shoes to walk in, hair/face paint, cards or something to do in the .3 seconds of downtime, stuff to trade (buttons, keychains, banners, shirts, members... ) and anything else you can use. Also I always bring my laptop just incase I need to do something important and to do scouting analysis.

Also depending on how you're getting down, I'd bring extra snacks and drinks. You can't take them into the Dome but, I think you can bring them into the GWCC (I always do) and also it's nice to have them in the hotel. My mom and I bought 1 case of water, a case of monster (like $4 a can down there), a case of Shasta soda, and a big assortment of chips for the team.

And last but not least, bring your patience and best behavior. Many of the Vets will tell you (especially drivers) that everything at the Championship will run a little faster. There is some damage to the GWCC so we will have ~1/2 the space as usual so traffic will be tough and everyone will be tight. Also be prepared to leave for your matches about 15 minutes early or more because of the walk from the GWCC to the Dome.

[Billfred]

Comfy walking shoes (even if you have a badge that lets you take shortcuts, it's still a hike), comfier safety glasses, and your gracious professionalism (of course)!

I might recommend a water bottle as well; hydration is critical to staying healthy in Atlanta.

[Pjohn1959]

Originally Posted by Prepclub1939

Hey All so this year my team, 1939 managed to make our way into the roster for this years championship via the Engineering inspiration award and personally, i want to knowwhat's a good idea to bring to Atlanta??? simple enough question any help would be appreciated. merci beacoup!

Don't forget your Monty Python outfit. That was great in KC!!!!

[Qbranch]

If you're going on Wednesday evening to uncrate, be sure you put one or two charged cordless drills with driver bits in an easily accessible place in your checked suitcase.

Also, if you have any super critical tools that you have to use a lot, see if you can get a pocket-sized version and keep it with you. (i.e. I always have a hex wrench for our encoder spring couplers and arm pot spring coupler on me, as well as a tether, programming cable, and auto/disable switch (thanks Pascack PiOneers) in my laptop case.)

Some kind of easy to carry easy to learn multiplayer game, like Uno. If you're with a group of your team members and your roaming the pit area, you'll probably find a down/bored looking pit eventually. You wouldn't believe how much they'd love to play a game of uno (or whatever else) with you.

Money for a MARTA pass if you're staying too far away from the Dome area. Also, bring a MARTA map with you if you're planning on going many places downtown to help you plan your route before setting out.

And I have to second a camera. You won't believe how hard it is to find a street without FIRST people on one or both sides of it.

See you all there! Two days!!!

-q

[Jeff Waegelin]

As the FIRST signs say, Have you brought your Gracious Professionalism?

(On a side note, I've always wanted one of those signs. The irony of wanting to take a sign about GP has always prevented me from doing so. I guess the sign's message also serves as a deterrent to all those who desire one)

[JaneYoung]

During travel earlier this year, we discovered that many of the students had cash cards but no cash. That made it difficult to do group orders for lunches, etc., when it came time to collect for the meal.

Bring a reasonable amount of cash to be able to cover things like that. The cash cards are great but can't always be used.

Also, if folks have meds they are taking or allergies or asthma, make sure the lead adult is aware/knows. And don't forget to bring the meds along.

Important phone numbers so that you can locate and be located.

[Suspect_Deezy]

BRING YOUR "A" GAME......

[JAZAD1]

Hopefully everyteam will bring an extra shirt for the charity quilt.

[brentmcjunkin]

your robot of course your pit, and walkin shoes and some stuff to do in your hotel room

[Herodotus]

Originally Posted by brentmcjunkin

your robot of course your pit, and walkin shoes and some stuff to do in your hotel room

Actually, if you are bringing your robot you probaly won't be competing. It should be there already.

Let me second(or third, or forth, or whatever number this would be) what everyone else has said about walking shoes. You're going to be walking, a lot, especially if you happen to be on the drive team. I do believe hosting the Championship in Atlanta is FIRST's way of supporting health heart. It's probaly the most exercise you'll ever have at a robot competition.

[brentmcjunkin]

Originally Posted by Herodotus

Actually, if you are bringing your robot you probaly won't be competing. It should be there already.

yah i should be there i forgot it is my rookie FRC year

[Danny McC]

And it looks like there is a chance of rain on Saturday last time I checked so a poncho or umbrella would be good.

[brentmcjunkin]

bring extra money because venue prices are outragous

[Protronie]

Originally Posted by Danny McC

And it looks like there is a chance of rain on Saturday last time I checked so a poncho or umbrella would be good.

That and a warm jacket cause anytime a certain person from Indiana comes over to the coast (I won't point fingers but they know who the cold loving person I speak of is.) they seem to bring the cold rain with them.

You might also think of printing up some business cards with your contact info on them as your sure to meet people you want to keep in touch with and may not always have a pen and paper on you.

-p

[thefro526]

Also this is kinda self-explanatory but, Atlanta is a big city and some weird stuff might go down if you stray too far from the pack. I'd recommend never traveling by yourself outside of downtown and even traveling with someone while in downtown. It's not too dangerous or anything but, better to be safe than sorry. Also common sense is your best friend