A Message from VEX Robotics - R23a and SMC Pneumatics

I would like to confirm whether Rule R23a has been completely removed, as the previous Game Manual contained specific restrictions applicable to the Mainland China region. Does this removal signify a standardized elimination across all regions, or should we anticipate variations?

My apologies for being unclear –

We are basically reverting the rule back to how it was previously in the 2025-2026 Season, so teams competing in mainland China will still be restricted. The rule itself will appear similarly to last year’s in tomorrow’s Game Manual Update.

The only changes from last year will be during inspection, where you may experience some extra scrutiny and questions regarding colored parts, the process used, and how you can confirm that the part used started as a standard & legal VEX part.

times that are good not bad though!

Merry Christmas and a happy new year!

Honestly really cool on the GDC’s end for taking community feedback on this. Thank you @bkahl!

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WE LOVE THE GDC!!!

Legit NEVER saw this coming :open_mouth:

Agreed lmao. San Fran would be nice. Expensive, but nice :smiley: