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What ratio would you start with for a 4-inch wheel?

We’re rebuilding our drivetrain before our first scrimmage. The robot is about 13 lb and our current setup feels quick on tile but loses a lot of speed on carpet. For teams using 4-inch wheels, what gear ratio gave you a useful balance of speed and pushing power? I’d love to hear what you tested and what you’d change.

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We ran 19.2:1 with 4-inch wheels last season. It felt controlled on carpet, though our robot was heavier. If you can, log a few measured runs before settling on a ratio.

That’s helpful. We’ll test 19:1 beside the current setup and record distance per second under load.

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