My first beetleweight build - some newb questions to follow!

[Ocracoke]

I have xt60 connectors and so could use them. Does it have to be able to be removed by hand? Does it have to protrude from the bot? Anyone have a pic of one in use?

Yes, it must be removed by hand (no tools allowed) and yes, it can protrude from the bot though in that instance, I typically have them on the top of the robot. If you recess the connector in a little further into the robot, that will help with the loop of wire not being as exposed.

[beardyblair]

Perfect, Ive just added one to the top of my design. My keen-ness made me read the rules too quickly and I thought I needed one on the top and bottom or at the back as it can invert. Thanks again.

I have lots of the Pololu 25D gearboxes here at work so was going to use them. I had though that this would keep things simple but now I am thinking of going brushless after seeing a few build vids online and having a lot of ESC's in stock. It would help with weight as until my blades arrive I only know their theoretical weight.

Any good UK suppliers or combinations of gearbox / motor that are recommended?