Re: [RCSE] WTB-- Zagi
On Fri, 16 Aug 2002 08:52:59 -0700, you wrote: The THL (Thermal Hand Launch) thermals quite well, thank you very much. I managed a 20 thermal ride with my Zagi EPP once after launching off the high start to 100'. Was great watching my OFB get frustrated relaunching his 100 bird and not finding lift. I never got much height but think the tight turns allowed me to stay in the good air longer. Len Revelle N9IJ [EMAIL PROTECTED] AMA 60055 LSF 7492 My career goal is to retire. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Re: [RCSE] WTB-- Zagi
At 12:18 PM 8/16/2002, you wrote: Joe, Can you tell me how do you throw your THL? I generally toss it off the slope--I don't fly it too much on the flat. Depending on how hard a toss I want, I'll either grab it at the TE with index and middle fingers on top, thumb on the bottom. I can get a higher toss (if I need it) by using the somewhat awkward method of thumb on top, four fingers on the bottom at the leading edge--like carrying a tray. That takes some practice. There's also a wire device that allows you to use a light high-start or bungee. http://www.winglauncher.com/ HTH, Joe Parsons TIA. -Original Message- From: Joe Parsons [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: RCSE [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 16 Aug 2002 08:52:59 -0700 Subject: Re: [RCSE] WTB-- Zagi At 03:06 PM 8/15/2002, you wrote: The Zagi and, in general, all combat wings are designed for high maneuverablility on the slope. They are designed to be relatively unstable and fly relatively fast. Few pilots can thermal one, even when the lift is good. I agree with almost all your comments, save this one. The Zagi (and I think everyone should have at least one Zagi-esque plane) comes in several flavors, for different purposes. The THL (Thermal Hand Launch) thermals quite well, thank you very much. Mine weighs in at about 8.5 ounces and, because of its ability to fly so slow, can work very small thermals. My THL can stay up when everything else is falling out of the sky. I often recommend the THL as a starter plane, partly because I believe pilots should learn how to control a plane that's not inherently stable (like any poly ship), and partly because, with its low energy, crashes are seldom consequential. Joe Parsons -- Multimedia development and hosting 925.829.5923 www.yankeemedia.net RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- Multimedia development and hosting 925.829.5923 www.yankeemedia.net RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] WTB-- Zagi
finish that, fly thermal and light slope, and finish the Zagi later. You probably don't need the carbonized version of the Zagi. Take a good look at the less expensive versions. You picked a good pasttime that has a lot of good people and 9 out of 10 of them are more than will willing and able to help you join the ranks of modelers who can keep a silent plane in the air without a motor. Good luck in your adventures. You WILL have fun flying little planes. You have no choice in that. Tom Koszuta Clarence Sailplane Society (Buffalo) NY - Original Message - From: Will Kessler [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, August 15, 2002 1:49 PM Subject: [RCSE] WTB-- Zagi Hello, I am a total soaring beginner in Northern California. I'm building a Gentle Lady, but I've been advised by a friend that that's a very frustrating route to getting into the sport. So, I'm looking to buy a Zagi to learn the ropes. Having already purchased the Gentle Lady and related building supplies, now my budget is somewhat limited, I'm afraid, so I'm hoping someone may have a used one they'd be willing to part with for less than a new Zagi (or a Boomerang or something similar). A decent flyer that's also a total beater is what I'm after. I don't have a controller, receiver or servos yet either. For reference, a new Zagi 3-C Combo kit sold on www.zagi.com, with everything you need to fly, costs $140-- but that's too high for me right now :-( If you would be interested in selling any of these items to me, please contact me at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks very much! Regards, Will Kessler [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]
