[NSRCA-discussion] Foamy for pattern practice

[John Pavlick]

Colin,
 Hobby Lobby has them: http://www.hobby-lobby.com along with AXI motors and
everything else you might need. They're in the electric RC airplanes
section. You can also check out the Ikarus web-site for more details:
http://www.ikarus-modellbau.de/onlineshop/usa/index.php
Ikarus also makes the Aerofly Pro Deluxe simulator that a lot of us are
using.
John Pavlick
http://www.idseng.com


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[mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of jguinn
  Sent: Monday, December 26, 2005 11:33 AM
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  Were can you find this web site to buy these planes
    ----- Original Message -----
    From: John Pavlick
    To: NSRCA Discussion
    Sent: Sunday, December 25, 2005 12:06 AM
    Subject: RE: [NSRCA-discussion] Foamy for pattern practice


    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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[mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of colin
chariandy
    Sent: Saturday, December 24, 2005 7:07 PM
    To: discussion at nsrca.org
    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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