2010 Kit feedback for 2011 Kit
Mon, 01/11/2010 - 15:07
2011 Kit Input!
It is that time of year again! As you tear into your 2010 Botball Kit and build your awesome robots, please make note any changes you would like to see for next season. I try to incorporate your feedback in getting the kits designed every year. I would love to hear about any new piece suggestions you might have. Hopefully the 2010 kit reflects the major changes requested in 2009. Post any comments or suggestions (good or bad) and I will work to make the 2011 kit even better!
Need more screws.
The largest problem that we have run into thus far is that the smallest screws are virtually useless this year (I believe the new aluminum parts are slightly thicker than the VEX parts were). Because of this, we ran out of screws in the first two days of construction. More medium and long screws would be really nice.
I agree with Nathan. Right now we're just stuck with a pile of small screws with seemingly no function. Also more lego pieces would be nice. We didn't build very large robots at all yet we have just about run out of pieces.
Good feedback! What did people think about the pop rivets from 2 years ago? Do you miss them? Were they helpful?
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Thinner (Skinnier) Wheels. Those green wheels in 2009, while lacking traction, were great for turning. These fat wheels have both too much traction, and are big and clunky.
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Ok. Did you like the fact that they slid, or that they were wheels and slid? Would a low friction skid be a good alternative, or do you like the wheels better?
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Yes, our goal is something that skids somewhat easily. I guess that could work, but the big wheels in the kit are still kinda bigger than they need to be.
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Just a counter opinion I guess. I don't remember specific reasons, but I think our hardware guys at least prefer the big wheels and were happy to see that they returned, especially now that the starting box is so spacious.
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It will be great to replace the 8-32 1/2 inch screws with 8-32 3/8 inch screws for next year.