[NSRCA-discussion] Foamy for pattern practice

[John Pavlick]

Colin,
 Well, I love my Ikarus F3a Shock-Flyer. We as pattern pilots are very picky
so you will have to decide for yourself. Mine is set up with an AXI 2204/54,
APC 8x3.8 S.F., T.P. 3S 480 LiPO's, Berg 4-channel Rx and 3 Hitec HS-55's.
AUW is 6.9 oz. Not super light but OK for indoor/ outdoor work. I haven't
flown this in any serious wind yet, but my old 9 oz. Shocky Super-Star held
up OK so I'm thinking this won't be too bad. As far as flight
characteristics: almost NO roll or pitch coupling. I'd have to say it's
pretty close to a full-size pattern plane if you keep in mind it's made out
of foam and only weighs 7 oz. You can do precision maneuvers with it - the
wings don't flex and the fuselage doesn't twist. It grooves nicely and it's
not twitchy like some of the "flexible flyers" made for the 3D wannabes. The
new Shockies are much stronger than the older ones and easier to build
straight. If you already have a motor and some micro radio gear it will only
cost you about $50.00 U.S. to try one for yourself. I don't think you'll be
disappointed.
John Pavlick
http://www.idseng.com



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chariandy
Sent: Saturday, December 24, 2005 7:07 PM
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Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Foamy for pattern practice


  Hi all

  I'm looking for a small (less than 10oz) foamy for pattern practise and
fun while there's snow on the ground. What have the guys in group used? I've
tried rcu for opinions and found it impossible to get any consensus...there
are as many negatives as positives for every aircraft discussed.

  I have a GP Turmoil however it flys more like a kite than a precision
aircraft. I'm looking for something that has been designed for more than
just hovering/3D.

  Any help will be appreciated.

  Colin
  Ontario, CA.


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