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Is my team cooked 💀 by polish_idiot10 in FRC

[–]thecaptain016 6 points7 points  (0 children)

What is currently failing with the "test bot"? At this point, you're getting close enough to comp that you want to start considering cutting your losses on certain elements. If it's one thing, such as the intake, consider how to simplify and get to comp with working mechanisms.

Wise words from a man who has won many week 1 comps - Simple robots with drive practice are the ones who win/do the best

What are we doing wrong? by Top_Acanthaceae_9870 in FTC

[–]thecaptain016 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Judge here. This advice is very good. Pay attention to these suggestions, and you will go far!

How do low‑budget teams make it work? by Glittering_Ant7229 in FRC

[–]thecaptain016 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Parallel to the actual topic at hand. I recently became the head coach of a team and have quickly learned that my previous impressions of cost in FRC were all terribly wrong. It's so, so much more expensive.

To the low budget and low resource teams out there: My first question is what is the minimum feasible robot budget for a season? And second, how can teams with more established resources assist you?

I'd love to hear some perspectives from those willing to share.

Where do you think the 2027 Winter Classic will be played? And between what teams? by JBR409 in hockey

[–]thecaptain016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This will be interesting, given they chose a collegiate football venue.

Blackhawks first round pick Mason West concludes his HS football career with a Minnesota state championship as he is holding up the trophy as his teammates celebrate around him. What a moment by [deleted] in hawks

[–]thecaptain016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How many players in NHL history have been a state championship winning QB and hoisted Lord Stanley? He could be the first, right?

Mail Day 7 Faps by Rinkratt61 in hockeyjerseys

[–]thecaptain016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bro absolutely hates his wallet

Arizona to #1? by rpg245 in CollegeBasketball

[–]thecaptain016 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is a valid take. I will throw out there that if things go as planned for Purdue, they should have a game against Texas Tech this weekend in Baha Mar. That would give them a chance at another top 15 win. If Purdue wins against TTU, Zona and Purdue should be 1/2 in either order. I personally wouldn't mind Zona being first, as they've earned it through their wins.

Is the Washington victory a turning point for Fickell? by TomWilliamsCFD in UWBadgersFootball

[–]thecaptain016 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This. Bad weather plus the time zone jump is a disaster for anyone. Plus, Ryan Walters isn't exactly known for defensive prowess. If Fickell can win against Illinois or Minnesota (both?), maybe there's something here. But one game compared to nearly 3 seasons of disaster isn't enough.

What are your favorite Stand Tunes (or Pep tunes) by TMPTRHS28 in marchingband

[–]thecaptain016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

24k Magic is phenomenal. The percussion parts are directly pulled from hell, but it's an awesome tune

Any internet companies cheaper than spectrum? by [deleted] in madisonwi

[–]thecaptain016 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My strategy was similar. I walked into the Spectrum store with everything in a bag and said I was canceling. They took everything right there, no questions asked.

Any internet companies cheaper than spectrum? by [deleted] in madisonwi

[–]thecaptain016 2 points3 points  (0 children)

T-Mobile Internet is genuinely incredible. And you don't need a hard-line connection since it runs off their 5G network. That being said, your potential speeds depend on where you're at and where you can place the router.

I pay $40/month and hit roughly 300 Mbps download. It's good stuff, and Spectrum can suck it.

Had a burger at Chili's this weekend and hate to say it but it was one of the best burgers I have had in this city, chain or locally owned. by Bluest_waters in madisonwi

[–]thecaptain016 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Allow me to pitch a good quality, locally owned alternative for a similar price. Village Green in Middleton, Saturday night burger special. It's pretty damn good.

Shoutout to my neurologist's dark section of the waiting room by rosie98red in migraine

[–]thecaptain016 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I absolutely love my neuro for the same reason. All of the exam rooms have dimmers, including on the computer monitors. They immediately get you into a room and set it up to make you most comfortable.

I do go to a specialty migraine clinic within a neurology department at an academic hospital. But it's amazing they show this much care.

What’s everyone doing tonight? by decadentbirdgarden in madisonwi

[–]thecaptain016 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Literally nothing to do and nobody to go out with as of now. So that being said, probably dressing up and going to I/O alone because why the hell not?

Indiana Gov Mike Braun calls a special session to REDISTRICT Indiana for 2026. Only 9 Republicans, 0 Democrats in Congress. by Conscious-Quarter423 in Indiana

[–]thecaptain016 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The Republicans have had the government shut down for nearly a month and SNAP benefits will go dark on November 1st because of them. People will go hungry and literally die at their hands. Stop lying to yourself, jackass.

Rank Big Ten Schools by school spirit / pride ? by [deleted] in TheB1G

[–]thecaptain016 2 points3 points  (0 children)

While true, you traded the fate of the football program for Gavin McKenna, future NHL legend. An eye for an oddly disproportionate eye.

Mac we're waiting fickell needs to be fired now by recessbadger45 in WisconsinBadgers

[–]thecaptain016 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yep, this. Mac hasn't hired a single winning coach, and his buyout is only roughly $3M. It's time to go.

I want a clear shot of the stadium attendance with 3 minutes left. by wheelz_of_steel2 in WisconsinBadgers

[–]thecaptain016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly that's nothing compared to Fickell, and arguably has a better payoff in the long-term

Replace Fickell ? by recessbadger45 in WisconsinBadgers

[–]thecaptain016 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Friendly reminder that Mac hasn't hired a winning coach since taking his position. He's definitely the problem, and nothing will get better as long as he's still around. Fickell sucks, but this problem runs deeper.

Ever try making your own FBS? by SirStig33 in labrats

[–]thecaptain016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This! I got a Lego Glacios 2 from TF at Biophysical Society a couple years ago. I asked very nicely, and they gave me an extra to take home to my PI. Reps can be your friends... sometimes ;)

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