[RCSE] Seiko stopwatches at Pheonix.
See Ben Clerx or Joe Rodriguez this weekend at the SWC. Also check out the Zenith on display. Tom Copp COMPOSITE SPECIALTIES 949 645 7032 ph/fax http://www.f3x.com RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Disappearance of midpriced sailplanes
2 cents worth pilot not the plane. pilot not the plane. pilot not the plane. flying 'top end' planes merely levels the proverbial playing field. why handicap yourself from the start? pilot not the plane. pilot not the plane. pilot not the plane. practice practice practice tom miller carlisle, pa RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Handlaunching
Ok, I have been using the baseball throw style and as has been pointed out several times... it's not the way to go. I've looked at all the sites for hand launch info for which I was sent links and have read the articles on throwing a javelin. I've sent an email to the only source of the 3R video I can locate and am waiting to hear back. Until I can see more video, I am left with one significant question about the Javelin throw method and that is the initial position of the wings of the plane relative to the ground during the throw. Since the arm does bend somewhat during this 'straight arm' throw, are the wings rolled to the outside in the initial grip somewhat to avoid 'decapitation' during the throw or are they kept level and you just have to make sure the wing clears the noggin? I watched 'Endless Lift' again and it sure seems to me that what few times you get to see the plane being thrown it is being thrown overhand like a baseball. A specific scene is where he repeatedly throws his plane to try to 'pylon race' around the 2 tall cacti. Is the difference so small in these methods? I would think the javelin method would be very different in appearance. Thanks, Dave RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Shred Air
Hi all, I dont post on here much but felt like I should pass on a good story. I ordered a Stratos from Shred Air late last year. I was put on a list and told it wouldn't be in till March. I didnt mind the wait, but someone else dropped off this months shipment so I got the *option* to get his. Because I wasnt expecting it till march, i didnt have my money together yet. But Dieter offered to hold it, considering he could probably sell it to someone else almost right away this was unexpected. He held it for a few weeks, way longer then I orginaly asked, and never rushed or pressured me. Finally got a check going his way this monday, emailed him just to let him know. To my surprise the plane got here today, very cool. Overall very good and honest business(he even dropped my shipping price cause his shipping costs went down, rather then just keeping the difference). just some info i thought i'd pass on if anyone is considering buying something that he carries. Thanks -Luke _ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Re: [RCSE] Disappearance of midpriced sailplanes
So, what you're saying is that I can simply plop down a kilobuck for that new polycarbonate technowonder, "Your Wurtz Nightmare" and go out and kick Perking's tush? With practice? I agree, but couldn't pass this up... --Bill On Wed, 31 Jan 2001 12:54:04 EST [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 2 cents worth pilot not the plane. pilot not the plane. pilot not the plane. flying 'top end' planes merely levels the proverbial playing field. why handicap yourself from the start? pilot not the plane. pilot not the plane. pilot not the plane. practice practice practice tom miller carlisle, pa RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Need Fut ch # 26 module
Needs to work with a 7 UAF transmitter Or will consider a Hitec Prism module on #26...TIA Brian Smith...My e-mail address my change today to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] _ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
SV: [RCSE] Mini Ellipse Settings
I understand these pages are not weel known?? For anything that has to do with Mr Jaro. Go to his site.. http://www2.profi.sk/jaro_muller/ Or directly to the miniellipse at http://www2.profi.sk/jaro_muller/en/miniellipse.html Cheers Kjelli - Original Message - From: Jimmy D. Andrews [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Brian [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: RCSE [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, February 01, 2001 8:43 AM Subject: Re: [RCSE] Mini Ellipse Settings Try these: http://www.gliderking.com/miniellipse/index.htm http://www.rc-soar.com/tech/miniellipse.htm Rgds, Jimmy Brian wrote: Hi Guys, Just got a Mini E and didn't get any info with it. What are the standard settings so I have a place to start? T hanks -- Brian Ford Brisbane"The Moreton Region Sports Soaring Association Web Site" Queensland http://home.iprimus.com.au/mrssa/ Australia "The Large PSS Site" AUS 55723 http://www.users.bigpond.com/bananaman RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Handlaunching
For throwing examples, do not search out the 3Rs tape (it only shows about 5 throws by Wurts). You should call Paul Naton at Radio Carbon Art and get his "2000 IHLGF" tape. There are many different styles shown. There are a couple of segments that contain have profanity on the part of pilots, but the quality of the flying is worth the burning in your ears (or that of your preacher). Watching the tape 3 times is almost as good as being there to get a feel for how different pilots launch. I'm not convinced that there are no competitive handlaunch pilots in Florida. Track down a good one, and spend an afternoon with him/her. throwing a javelin. I've sent an email to the only source of the 3R video I can locate and am waiting to hear back. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Shred Air
And you got a great plane too! Can't beat that. Jon - Original Message - From: "Luke Waters" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 31, 2001 11:01 AM Subject: [RCSE] Shred Air Hi all, I dont post on here much but felt like I should pass on a good story. I ordered a Stratos from Shred Air late last year. I was put on a list and told it wouldn't be in till March. I didnt mind the wait, but someone else dropped off this months shipment so I got the *option* to get his. Because I wasnt expecting it till march, i didnt have my money together yet. But Dieter offered to hold it, considering he could probably sell it to someone else almost right away this was unexpected. He held it for a few weeks, way longer then I orginaly asked, and never rushed or pressured me. Finally got a check going his way this monday, emailed him just to let him know. To my surprise the plane got here today, very cool. Overall very good and honest business(he even dropped my shipping price cause his shipping costs went down, rather then just keeping the difference). just some info i thought i'd pass on if anyone is considering buying something that he carries. Thanks -Luke _ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Handlaunching
Hitting your head on launch does happen occasionally. When it does the pilot usually feels incredibly stupid and utters several colorful profanities. Bill Swingle [EMAIL PROTECTED] Janesville, CA RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Wooden plane finishing
Watching all of the threads about bagged, molded, wood planes was interesting. Just wanted to post about my experience finishing a wood wing. I decided on a water based poly finish. Having never done this before I experimented first on one stab. On the top I applied three coats poly only. On the bottom I rubbed in talc and then applied the finish, after three coats I notice absolutely no difference in finish between the top and bottom surfaces- I am not going to waste my time w/ the talc on the rest of the plane- and yes I believe it is the pilot not necessarily the plane, be it wooden, molded, or bagged that really makes the difference- Shop online without a credit card http://www.rocketcash.com RocketCash, a NetZero subsidiary RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Handlaunching
- Original Message - From: "Bill Swingle" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: "Dave Seay" [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 31, 2001 2:13 PM Subject: Re: [RCSE] Handlaunching Hitting your head on launch does happen occasionally. When it does the pilot usually feels incredibly stupid and utters several colorful profanities. Bill Swingle [EMAIL PROTECTED] Janesville, CA RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Is there a handbook on these? I want to make sure I am doing things correctly, even down to the "colorful metaphors"! ;-) Dave RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Midpriced Sailplanes....
C.M. wrote: I wouldn't worry to much about getting the high dollar stuff... After all. Look at what won Visalia... Saphire... Last year I think it was a Falcon Not singling you out Charlie, but yours was the first on the list: I am continually amazed at the suggestion that a particular model is the cause for a win at a contest. It has the help of a pilot to achieve that status. Clean, efficient, purpose designed models sure go a long way to help in this regard. Lots of guys post contest winning models for sale on this forum. That contest winning status evaporates when they are flown by the average pilot. Klaus Weiss. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Wanted 42 Son of Savage kit
I am looking for a 42" son of savage kit. Wood or fiberglass fuse. Reply off list. Thanks, Mike Ashley RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Disappearance of midpriced sailplanes
So true and I will add to your point. It is useful to think of the system more than just the individual parts. Our system includes the pilot, plane, radio, timer, and any other instruments/aids used. A ballanced system is probably going to produce better results than one where parts are mismatched. Beginers are better off with planes that have a lower workload. Changing camber from cruise to thermalling to speeding across the sky is likely to reduce the performance of most begining and intermediate pilots. Choosing an airfoil that will work well without camber changing lets these pilots concentrate more on finding and staying in up air. Once a pilot is skilled enough that flying and thermalling is very nearly automatic, the more complex plane may be helpfull as they now have the ability to think about reconfiguring the plane, without loosing track of the task at hand. Now back to the system. Try to change only one part of the system at a time. With each change, take time and effort to adjust and learn and get the best performance out of the new setup. Then change something else. Remember that with any change there is likely to be a learning curve so you might sometimes seem to take a step backwards to take two forwards. This is especially true of moving into a higher performance plane. This also works as skills change. After flying a plane for a few months you might find that you like it better with the CG more aft (or forward), you might like it better with more (or less) elevator travel. Something as simple as a different color on the wings may make a difference. For some people, it may be an advantage to fly the older plane and take advantage of experience over flying a new, probably better but unfamiliar craft. There are also big differences in the events you might want to fly. A very wide range of planes can win in AMA TD as long as you can get them down on the spot, but for F3B or F3F, you *must* have a plane that goes very fast. To win a race you must have a real racing machine. Remember, if you are not having fun, you are not doing it right. michael N6CHV AMA 77292 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 2 cents worth pilot not the plane. pilot not the plane. pilot not the plane. flying 'top end' planes merely levels the proverbial playing field. why handicap yourself from the start? pilot not the plane. pilot not the plane. pilot not the plane. practice practice practice tom miller carlisle, pa RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
