changing bumper colours

[Natasha]

we are thinking of using velcro to quickly change the colours of the bumpers on our robot. however we are not sure if it is the most effective or durable way to change the colours so that they will not come off during the match. any other suggestions?

[Wayne Doenges]

We are going with two sets of bumpers.

[ttldomination]

We're gonna try and use these: http://www.wholesalemarine.com/p/NAT-1344/

[Cynette]

We are planning on using a cover with velcro as well. Our debate is on which color should we use for the bumpers and which for the cover.

Our team colors are red and black (red camo). I though it would be good to have the base red so we wouldn’t have to worry at all about the cover for off seasons and demos – the robot would still be in our normal color scheme. But if we use the velcro, making the cover red and the base bumpers blue might be more attractive because the velcro won't be visible when the cover is on. So now I'm looking for red Velcro I can have the red bumpers pretty even when the Velcro shows on the back of them.

[Alex Cormier]

Originally Posted by Cynette

We are planning on using a cover with velcro as well. Our debate is on which color should we use for the bumpers and which for the cover.

Our team colors are red and black (red camo). I though it would be good to have the base red so we wouldn’t have to worry at all about the cover for off seasons and demos – the robot would still be in our normal color scheme. But if we use the velcro, making the cover red and the base bumpers blue might be more attractive because the velcro won't be visible when the cover is on. So now I'm looking for red Velcro I can have the red bumpers pretty even when the Velcro shows on the back of them.

You guys need to find red and blue camo. That would be awesome!

[dlavery]

Originally Posted by Alex Cormier

You guys need to find red and blue camo. That would be awesome!

Somebody really needs to read the rules.




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[Zipding]

Yeah, your bumpers have to be the same colour as the aliance that you are apart of. So you should be able to quickly switch the colour of you bumpers.

[BrendanB]

If you plan on using velcro, I would highly recommend the industrial strength stuff from Homedepot. We picked some up last year and that stuff is extremely strong!

Good luck!

[Alex Cormier]

Originally Posted by dlavery

Somebody really needs to read the rules.




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Not against the rules to have their numbers in the camo, now is it?

[Jon Stratis]

Originally Posted by Alex Cormier

Not against the rules to have their numbers in the camo, now is it?

Dave is referring to <R07>F:

The fabric covering the BUMPERS must be solid red or solid blue in color. Visually, the red or blue must be as close to the corresponding color in the FIRST logo as reasonable (i.e. to a reasonably astute observer, they appear similar). The only markings permitted on the BUMPER fabric cover are the team number (see Rule <R15>).

Note the "solid red or solid blue". Camo is not a solid color - it's an overlay of multiple colors, and would additionally count as markings other than the team number.

[Alex Cormier]

I did not say anything in the previous post about covering the entire bumper in the colors. Now did I?

[johnr]

Where can you legally put the velcro? If you can put it on top and bottom of bumper,does it have to match that bumper color? Could you cut your numbers out of velcro for added holding power?

[Cynette]

Originally Posted by Alex Cormier

Not against the rules to have their numbers in the camo, now is it?

Shhh, Alex. Now you are giving away our secret plan.

Originally Posted by johnr

Where can you legally put the velcro? If you can put it on top and bottom of bumper,does it have to match that bumper color? Could you cut your numbers out of velcro for added holding power?

Oh, pooh, now you are going to make me go re-read the rules to make sure there isn't something against having velcro on the outside of the bumpers!

I envisioned having the soft part of the velcro on the bumper backs or top edges as needed, depending on how they are mounted. For aesthetics, I am trying to find a velcro to match the color.

[dlavery]

Originally Posted by Alex Cormier

Not against the rules to have their numbers in the camo, now is it?

Somebody really needs to read the rules.

-dave





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[Alex Cormier]

Originally Posted by dlavery

Somebody really needs to read the rules.

-dave





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<R15> Teams shall display their team number on the BUMPERS in four locations at approximately 90-degree intervals around the perimeter of the ROBOT. The numerals must be at least 4 inches high, at least in ¾-inch stroke width and in a contrasting color from its background. Team Numbers must be clearly visible from a distance of not less than 100 feet, so that judges, referees, and announcers can easily identify competing ROBOTS.

How is red camo numbers on blue bumpers not contrast and vice versa?