[RCSE] RE: DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THE SOARING MASTERS....Early!
Yes, the Turkish group is coming. They are also going to drag that German guy Philip what's his name who just won Holland Glide David Hobby from down under is expected to show as well. A real strong line-up. Where oh where is DP? I didn't see his name on the list? Ben Wilson, I am awaiting your entry too. Jim McCarthy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, August 11, 2008 9:49 AM To: Soaring@airage.com Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Jim McCarthy Subject: DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THE SOARING MASTERSEarly! Hi guys, I have it on bad authority that those guys who sign up at the last minute will get better fitting T shirts! The goal is 100 (you know like the movie 400...but less). There are about 80 spots left. The top Turks are coming, it would be great to get Jojo back but we'd need to get him an airline ticket I think. Might have some Aussies, Canadians, and even some guys from Illinios. Sorry the top Olympic Volley Beach Volley Ball team is already committed elsewhere so its for surethey won't be there. :-( So here's the dealif you haven't signed up yet, get your registration in! Jim McCarthy is dying to get the registration done and locked...so help him out. Be warned you will be flying against Louisville Soaring phenom, little Lee! (yes he is already signed up!) Contact Jim McCarthy directly at [EMAIL PROTECTED] via email if not with your registration, at least to let him know you ARE indeed attending. That will help him and organizers make plans, they want this one to be everything a Masters event can be! Get away from the television and post him a note! See you there! Gordy Looking for a car that's sporty, fun and fits in your budget? Read reviews on AOL Autos http://autos.aol.com/cars-BMW-128-2008/expert-review?ncid=aolaut0005000 017 .
RE: [RCSE] German Open F3K Finals
Lex Mierop wrote: If the Nat's can ever figure out that it will take a 2 day F3K event to draw the numbers, then that just might happen... What's to figure out? The IHLF event put on by the Torrey Pine Gulls has always been regarded as the premier event in HL. Unfortunately the European contingent does not travel to the U.S. We could put on the greatest F3K event and it just won't draw the numbers. In the U.S. we are used to travelling long distances to compete. In Europe they drive. It is very rare to fly to an event in Europe. In addition the LSF has figured it out. A week long event that attempts to cater to all of the soaring contingent. IMHO they do a great job. Glider camp. I wish I was there. Jim McCarthy
[RCSE] Easy Glider Contest in Turkey.
It's true. No info on the site but they did break between round 10 and 11 and took Thursday afternoon off. Jim McCarthy
[RCSE] Stylus 4 Sale
Brand new in box Stylus with glider card. Used less than 1 hour. $300 plus $10.00 shipping CONUS Jim McCarthy
[RCSE] IRCHA and 2.4
There were 17 active flight stations. Someone else will need to comment how they controlled who turned on and when. One assumption in all of this is that since they did not impound 2.4 TX's they could have had a huge number turned on. Think about how many people would be setting up and tweaking their models in the pits. Jim McCarthy
[RCSE] LSF Discussion
Wow, no end in sight here. The SSA (Soaring Society of America) Achievement Program for full size soaring has stood the test of time (60+ years I believe). Why not the LSF Program? For those Level IIs or IIIs needing contest points one week at the Nats will give you all the points you need plus the opportunity to learn from the best. No matter what compromise someone comes up with it wont stand the test of time. The reason is for those that want to be the best and be measured by their true skills they will put in the time and effort to become Level V or IV or whatever. For those that finish the watered down version they can never state that they became Level V. People all over will then be saying that Level V in this program is only as good as Level III in the LSF program or whatever. Its pretty amusing to me that those that want the new program arent willing to do this task or that. I think Skip Miller is Level IV.9 because he refuses to go do the 8-hour flight. I dont think anyone can argue Skips credentials he just wont be Level V. Daryl Perkins, Level I. Joe Wurts, Level ? Their choice. Anyone care to argue their skill level? In the end there are lots of ways to be measured but to be in that Elite group you had to walk where those who have succeeded before you walked. Jim McCarthy Not as good as many, but proud top be Level V
[RCSE] US Team Selections PLEASE READ Lets start on the next Cycle now.
Jeff, It sounds like you have a good handle on what it takes to organize and run this event. Why don't you spearhead the effort? Jim McCarthy
[RCSE] World Soaring Masters-Entries
There is still time to get your entry in. Entries will officially close on August 20th so that we can begin doing the flight matrix. If you are interested in coming please email me off-line. This will be a great event with some notable pilots from around the world. You can obtain an entry form by going to: www.worldsoaringmasters.com Jim McCarthy
[RCSE] F3J Worlds-Cody wins WC, David Hobby Repeats
Congratulations to the both U.S. Teams!! The senior team captured 2nd behind the Germans and the juniors won the world championship!!! In addition Cody Remington from the U.S. is the Junior World Champion!!! What a great week for all of the juniors. Joe Wurts finished in 4th place overall.
[RCSE] F3J World Champs Update
It is my understanding that at the conclusion of today's flying the preliminary rounds will be complete. If that is correct than the USA Juniors have won the team championship. This is quite an achievement considering that the German team has had a lock on this since their first win in '98. The juniors will have put all 3 team members into the fly-off. The senior team is also doing well. With one round yet to fly they are in 3rd place 2.1 points from 2nd. It appears that the Germans will repeat as team world champions. Both Joe W and Tom Kiesling are battling it out for a fly-off spot. Currently Joe is 12th and Tom is 14th. The top 12 will advance. You can check the scores at: http://www.rcmklub.sk/wcf3j2006/?item=4 Jim McCarthy
[RCSE] World Champs Update
Imay have jumped the gun. There should be one more round in junior and senior classes flown tomorrow am. Keep your fingers crossed. Go Juniors!! Jim
[RCSE] Team F3J Scores
F3J Team scores are determined by the prelims only. The fly-off determines the individual world champion. Jim
[RCSE] FS Sharon Pro 3.7
For sale: Sharon Pro 3.7 Red over blue. Perfect condition. 80 oz. RTF. JR 368's throughout. $1500.00 Will email pictures upon request. Jim McCarthy [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] World Soaring Masters
Just a note to let everyone know that there is still room available for you and your friends to attend this years inaugural World Soaring Masters. The list is definitely a who's who of soaring and we will have a very nice contingent of people outside the USA. LSF is also planning on holding a BBQ on Saturday night complete with all the trimmings. A guest from out of state will be the featured chef. For further information consult the website at: www.worldsoaringmasters.com Jim McCarthy
[RCSE] World Soaring Masters
For those of you wondering I am in the middle of processing all of the entries. If you have entered you should be receiving an email confirmation from me listing your primary frequency. Our goal is to post the competitor list at month end. Thanks, Jim McCarthy
[RCSE] F3F Team Selects
Any news from the F3F front? Who won the team selections? Jim
[RCSE] Model Aviation
Why is it that just because there is no soaring column we as the "community" feel someone is snubbing us? Get real. The actual reason is that we currently don't have a columnist for soaring. Why don't you step up and put it together? Dave Garwood does the slope soaring column which usually appears every other month but currently there is not a columnist writing about our interests. I can also assure you that Bob Hunt is pro soaring. Although most of his life has been spent with controline I have spoken to him on several occasions and I can assure you he is pro modeling whatever the discipline.
[RCSE] Digital Camera-Nikon D70
Title: Message Nikon D 70 here. Jo Jo Grini votes the same way as we were trading some accessories at a recent contest. Definitly more high-end but worth it. Jim McCarthy
[RCSE] One full day of RES
What's amazing is that the United States is the only country the flies 2M. I think if you took a poll at the Nats those entered in the event only fly it to occupy time until Unlimited starts. The latest phrase coined at this years event was " Do you know what flies worse than a 2M?" Answer: "Nothing". In general most prefer the bigger models and very few clubs fly 2M on a regular basis. Let the flaming begin. Jim McCarthy
[RCSE] Trident Charger for Sale
Great Planes Trident Charger for sale. Will do Li-Po, NiMh and NiCads. Brand new, works great! Comes with padded carry-case. First $100 plus $5 shipping in USA gets it. Reply off line. Jim McCarthy [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Needed: LH Eraser Stab
I have a friend who is not part of the exchange who is in need of a left stab for an Eraser. Prefer white on top, but open to anything. Please contact him directly if you can help. [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks, Jim McCarthy
[RCSE] 9303 Question
Title: Message There is a copy function. Although the manual does not show it, it is actually present in the main setup menu. You can access it under the model select menu which will allow you to copy one model to another. Feel free to drop me a note for any other questions. Jim McCarthy
[RCSE] LSF Tasks in Muncie
Title: Message Gonna be tough to do a 2-hour slope flight in Muncie :) Jim
[RCSE] LJ is now at 2:40
Title: Message Just spoke to LJ and Mark Browning. Larry is 2:40 in and shooting for an even 3 hours. Jim McCarthy
[RCSE] F3J Line Length
Title: Message Yes our lines were short. This was not a "Joe" thing as the TM determined the line length. One thing I can guarantee and I mean absolute guarantee is that nobody and I mean nobody prestretches a line like Joe. I think he weighs about 160lbs and I dare any 2 towpeople to compare him with anybody that pretensions and launches harder. With that in mind he can put 5-6 meters in a new line. We never used anything as strong as 1.45 and so we wanted to have absolute certainty that we would not be measured long. We also used the same lines in back-to-back groups, no by choice but sometimes by necessity. By the way of all the commentary I've seen noone won a round by out lauching someone else. 5-6 meters is no big deal. Jim McCarthy 730 Dartmouth Dr 847-487-7025 Island Lake, IL 60042 847-487-7039 (F) [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Update from Red Deer
The preliminairy rounds finished yesterday under cloudy and blustery conditions. The initial morning group was cancelled after several models disappeared into the clouds. The U.S. team had several tough flights and as a result only Joe Wurts made the fly-off. In the Juniors the U.S team finished 2nd to the Germans and placed two Juniors in the fly-off (Paul Griebenow and Joseph Newcome). The Germans won both the Junior and Senior team championships. The first two rounds of the fly-offs were flown on Saturday. The conditions were extreme with winds of about 18-20 mph. There were many Senior pilots who did not make it back from far downwind. Joe is currently 3rd but there will be one discard after the 4 flights are flown. Both Joseph and Paul had flights that landed out and were forced to relaunch in both rounds. I was unable to see the Junior results but suspect Joseph is in the middle of the pack and Paul is about 8th or 9th. The weather forecast for today is much better and so I expect much tighter flying overall. On a positive note the Germans and Americans were successful in negotiating the release of the individual World Championship trophy. The trophy dates back to the first WC's in England (98) and features a glass globe with a glider mounted inside. It is truly spectacular. A group who is still at large was holding the trophy hostage this entire week. Through long and sometimes tedious negotiations Philip Kolb and I were able to return the trophy to the contest organisers. In appreciation of our efforts and as part of the negotiated release both U.S. and German teams were given 2 bottles of red wine which was consumed in a celebration shortly after the return of the trophy. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
[RCSE] Land Owner from Mars
Actuallt he's not. (from Mars) He is actually a normal Midwest type person who see's the value in what we do and feels good by offering us a place to do it. He enjoyed watching and I'm sure was quite happy that we offered to cut the grass. It amazing what you can get just by being nice to someone. Jim McCarthy PS-Nothing beats flying a 26lb 6 meter Ventus, actually nothing beats tip stalling it at 1400 ft. Great pucker factor and the respect to not do it down low. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
Re: [RCSE] Stylus help
David, It's real easy. Go to the launch/camber menu. Turn the trim to on or active. Set your camber to where you want it with the right hand slider. Turn the trim to locked or off or inactive (I'm doing this without a radio in front of me). Next go to the launch/flap menu and adjust the flaps until they are equal to the ailerons. If these steps do not give all the camber you need then you need to get out of the launch menu and page down to the camber menu (this is a seperate menu) Go into camber and increase the individual values for each wing surface. Go back to the launch menu and repeat above. The final step is to go to EPA. The last entry under EPA is CM or CB.This adjusts the amount of throw of the side lever. You will want this for thermal mode. Good luck and feel free to call if you need further help. Jim McCarthy 847-487-9070 - Original Message - From: David J. Schat [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, August 14, 2001 7:06 PM Subject: [RCSE] Stylus help I need some help with the programming of the flaps/ailerons on launch mode. I've a headache from trying to figure it out and now need a brewskie. I can see that it has something to do with the slider on the right side of the Xmitter but can't get the sequence right or something. (serves me right for poaching a setup from someone else and not learning it myself). I have some trailing edge camber dialed in but would like a little more can't seem to figure it out, dammit. -Spud Boy Wit is educated insolence. (Aristotle) 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] Need Help on Hatch Latches
A spare piece of monokote wrapped around the nose and stuck to itself will also work like the heat-shrink. Jim - Original Message - From: David Cole [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Tom Koszuta [EMAIL PROTECTED]; RCSE [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, July 03, 2001 8:05 AM Subject: Re: [RCSE] Need Help on Hatch Latches On several of my planes (including my Spirit) I cut a piece of heat-shrink tubing about 1 wide with a diameter big enough to slip over the canopy and fuse about mid-way back on the canopy. Then gently heat-shrink it to a snug fit. Now it slides on and off, so you put the canopy on and slide the tubing over the nose and canopy until snug. NEVER comes off in flight, very easy to work with. When I was first told about it I didn't believe it wouldn't come off in flight since it is so easy to remove and put back on, but after watching other guys fly that way for months I was convinced and gave it a try Good luck! David Cole Fort Worth, Texas http://msinow.com/rc/ - R/C Sailplane site for beginners - Original Message - I have just about finished a 60 sloper with a box fuse that a guys says reminds him of a GL fuse. I am at the point that I need to keep the hatch closed (without tape) and will be wasting days trying to figger it out without help. Anyway, I am looking for ideas and, preferably, pictures of solutions to this problem before I resort to screws. BTW - I hate rubber band hatches like on the Spirit. I ALWAYS put some tape on before I histart. Tom Koszuta Buffalo, NY 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] CD's Ruling
Careful about the midair part. Check the AMA rulebook, I believe it does allow for a reflight. Many CDs have a local rule against it. Jim McCarthy - Original Message - From: FRED SAGE [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, June 17, 2001 6:35 PM Subject: Re: [RCSE] CD's Ruling Perry; Although I agree with everything Larry said in his response to your question, official timers aren't typically provided in thermal duration (TD) contests. I make the assumption you're talking about TD contests because you mention Phoenix, Visalia, Davis and Pasadena. I can assure you that official timers won't be provided at any of those contests. In lieu of CD provided timers and in accordance with AMA rules (I'm assuming the contest in question is an officially sanctioned AMA contest as are the above contests), an attempt for flight becomes official as soon as the glider leaves the pilots hands during launch. Other than winch or retriever malfunction, whatever flight time is recorded counts for the round and a contestant isn't allowed another flight attempt. There is a provision for a reattempt if a frequency conflict occurs, but CD's will usually rule against that exclusion unless a legitimate conflict can be proven. Furthermore, there's no relaunch allowed in case of mid air. If a mid air occurs, the two or more pilots involved are expected to fly out the remainder of their flight time. The only provision whereby a relaunch is allowed for a mid air is if contact occurs during approach to landing. In that case, a relaunch is allowed for landing points only and the flight time recorded during the initial flight stands. Let me relate an interesting story which reinforces these interpretations. About seven years ago and before I was a CD, I was competing at a Southern California Soaring Club (SC2) contest with about 70 contestants. In the first round, I had a good control wipeout prior to launch, but absolutely no control after the ping. My timer correctly started his watch as I came off tow and stopped it 12 seconds later after my glider completed a parabolic arc from about 500 feet to a dramatic crash. With only 12 seconds of recorded flight time and with my total inability to control the glider after launch, I reasoned that I should be allowed a relaunch. I explained the situation to the CD, and he concurred with my assessment. After borrowing someone else's glider, I relaunched for the first round, and after completing four rounds, went on to win the entire contest. After the trophies had been presented and I was enroute my car with the first place Masters trophy, someone mentioned that they wanted me back at impound because a protest had been filed. After a meeting of the assembled jury of CD's, the protest stood and I had to relinquish the trophy. Of course, their interpretation of the rules was correct and I should never have attempted a relaunch during the first round. However, to this day I don't think anyone would have objected if I hadn't gone on to win the contest. The improper relaunch would have just been one of those circumstances that's lost in the background noise during intense competition. I know by posting to RCSE in response to a request for CD rulings, I'm opening myself up to a ration of second guessing and contra interpretation. However, my intent is merely to establish how the AMA rules are applied during official AMA TD contests. If you're flying in non sanctioned contests or other than TD, you can probably get away with whatever you can talk the CD into. Fred 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] Eraser Extreme
As long as Jim Bacus is touting his new model I thought I'd pass on a few impressions of my son's new Eraser Extreme. I have been looking for an additional model for my son. He is 15 and has been flying a Hera for the past year and a half. Typically David gets my hand me downs as I change over models. I felt it was time to get him something new for F3J/TD. The Eraser Extreme is a model that fills a void in several areas. First, it's very affordable at $695.00. It features an MH 32 airfoil, fully molded to the typical European standards. By my calculations it will weigh between 63 and 66oz. when complete. The fuse is a cabon/kevlar weave similar to the construction on my Artemis. The model comes complete with all the hardware, pushrods installed, ballast tube installed. Looking forward to helping him complete it so that I can fly it when he is working): For more info contact Skip Miller at 303-442-8642. This is not a sponsored endorsement just passing on my opinion of a nice model for a reasonable price. Jim McCarthy Jim McCarthy [EMAIL PROTECTED]Seiko Instruments 847-487-9070730 Dartmouth Dr Fax 847-487-9069Island lake, IL 60042 www.seikosmart.com
Re: [RCSE] Artemis...
Les, I decided to respond publicly since I have 3 of these new models. They are great!!! I wrote an earlier post on my son's new airplane but I feel the Artemis C-tail will be even better for our TD events because of the drawback of the V-tails. Two guys in our club wanted the new models. I have had both a business and personal relationship with Tom Copp at F3X.com for the past several years. I called Tom and about 10 days later both models arrived. The workmanship is as good or better than anything out there. The rudders are extremely light and use a unique hinging technique which will insure perfect centering every time. The fuse is very light and features a carbon/kevlar weave that is very strong. The pushrods are installed as is the rear bellcrank.I believe the models will come in around 68-70oz. when complete. The wings feature molded servo pockets and the center panel is built exactly like my regular Artemis LT which means it will be very strong. I currently have several models but liked these so much that I went ahead and ordered one for myself. Hope this helps. Jim - Original Message - From: Les Grammer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, May 18, 2001 8:20 AM Subject: [RCSE] Artemis... I'm flying a Stratos, which I have to admit is the nicest plane I have flown to date. However, I'm 'wandering' away from v-tails, and saw the Artemis has a new release with the 'standard' tail option. Anyone have one of these? I'd be curious as to your opinions of the ship ... workmanship (which I expect to be top notch), flying, durability, etc. (anything comparable that might fit both the F3J series and US td type contests? Wing strength is paramount here!) Reply off-line to avoid generating loads of 'the best ship is' type clutter on this exchange. Thanks. -Les Grammer, NWSS 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] Escape for Sale
I have a brand new in box Muller Escape. White on top with red underside. I am already flying this magnificant airplane and thus don't need 2. This model is from a club member who decided he was not going to build it in the near future and so decided to offer it. The price is $850.00 delivered to your doorstep in the continental U.S. In a recent post to RCSE thisis what Fred McClung has to say about the Escape: "Ihave been flying the Escape for a while now. It is a great TD/F3Jplane. It may be the best TD/F3J plane that I have had. It signals the lift great and is very easy to fly. The tip ailerons are very small and there fore do not give a lot of aileron control whenused alone. I can not say that the plane thermals better with just the tip ailerons. It is difficult to tell if it is a real advantage. It sure is not a disadvantage." Please feel free to contact me by email or phone. Jim Jim McCarthy [EMAIL PROTECTED]Seiko Instruments 847-487-9070730 Dartmouth Dr Fax 847-487-9069Island lake, IL 60042 www.seikosmart.com
[RCSE] F3J Finals
As per Buzz Averill the SOAR club in Chicago will be hosting the F3J Finals Sept 1,2,3rd (Labor Day Weekend) Hi Jim , I just got off the phone with Lisa Johnson at AMA. We finally got enough responses from the committee members to assure your bid to host the finals has been accepted. GO FOR IT Jim McCarthy [EMAIL PROTECTED]Seiko Instruments 847-487-9070730 Dartmouth Dr Fax 847-487-9069Island lake, IL 60042 www.seikosmart.com
[RCSE] Escape
The Escape has been sold. Thank you. Jim McCarthy [EMAIL PROTECTED]Seiko Instruments 847-487-9070730 Dartmouth Dr Fax 847-487-9069Island lake, IL 60042 www.seikosmart.com
