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The design in software
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The swingarms
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Starting to assemble the frame
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Preparing to glue
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Sticky stuff
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Two carbon tubes glued into three steel lugs
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First time on 3 wheels
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First time outside
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First test ride
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Team practice session
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Uh Oh! A weld failed 2 days before competition
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Looks bad.
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Next morning, all fixed and even painted!
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The pieces bought, borrowed, or generously donated by CruzBike!
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Ready to ride, and now with a roll cage (required)
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Getting those reports written and submitted (required)
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Making the fin for sponsor logos
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Sorting through the hardware
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Last-minute preparations
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Go, no-go decision at 4:50 am.
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It's a go! (Everyone looks thrilled)
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Made it to MSU in Lansing, Michigan
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Preparing the design presentation
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Waiting to present (and trying to stay awake)
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Preparing to demonstrate "rollover protection system" (required)
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So far, so good
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And we pass the audition!
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Demonstrating maneuverability
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Demonstrating speed and stopping ability
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"The Palace @ Lyncott" (Airbnb)