Getting enamored with robot marks

Scuttlebutt HQ has plenty of well-intended purchases but what seemed necessary didn’t always have a plan. If your racing area is getting enamored with robot marks, this checklist will help assess whether that’s a good idea:

Ensure Your Club Is Ready for Robotic Marks
1. How many races does your club run in a month during high season?
2. Does your club have proper storage?
3. Does your club own the right type of RC boats to manage the marks?
4. Are you prepared to charge batteries at night?
5. How is the cellular network in your area?
6. Can you organize a maintenance team?

Handling & On-Water Operations
1. Are the robotic marks easy to handle?
2. Are the robotic marks towable?
3. Seek understanding of the theory behind their app
4. Does the robotic mark have wind or line measurement accessories?
6. What safety features do the marks feature?

Reliability & Redundancy
1. How reliable are the robotic marks?
2. Does the robotic mark have a redundancy plan?
3. How easy is it to exchange a battery or a motor on the water?
1. How easy is it to maintain the mark?
4. What can you expect from customer service? – Full report