RE: [RCSE] LISF Fall contest report

2004-09-29 Thread Eddie Smith
freed my model from the winch line. The cost of freeing my model from the winch line was the loss of my rudder which was seen to be fluttering to the ground as the model flew peacefully away. Phil Of course losing a part of the model nullifies the flight... You must come down and launch again...

[RCSE] Re: Soaring V1 #4378

2004-09-29 Thread Dan Vester
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RE: [RCSE] XC story

2004-09-29 Thread John Derstine
Actually a great narrative Joe. I had my first taste of XC (of any kind) at the NATS this year. Granted, the inbound course that was finally adopted for the scale guys was more like driving around a NASCAR track, but it opened my eyes to the potential fun and challenges of XC flying. Before actin

RE: [RCSE] LISF Fall contest report

2004-09-29 Thread Chuck Anderson
At 04:28 AM 9/29/2004, you wrote: freed my model from the winch line. The cost of freeing my model from the winch line was the loss of my rudder which was seen to be fluttering to the ground as the model flew peacefully away. Phil Of course losing a part of the model nullifies the flight... You mus

[RCSE] Soaring History page, Thornburg, Sagitta 900, wing loading chart.

2004-09-29 Thread Ray Hayes
New additions to my Soaring History page, click on the yellow "Soaring History" menu bar (web link below) to find the directory to the latest additions: 1. Ray's 1979 F3B Warm Up Contest where you will discover the real story of the Sagitta 900 and it's debut at the 1979 LSF Tournament. Or.. Why

RE: [RCSE] XC story

2004-09-29 Thread Sheldon - YNT uDesign
I too got my first sampling of XC at the NATS this year and it was a very surprising, and unexpected I might add, experience. In as few words as possible...What a BLAST! NO, I didn't fly however I volunteered my Avalanche as a chase vehicle for several Teams and, while driving/spotting, had the opp

RE: [RCSE] DS368/361 Servo's

2004-09-29 Thread Tom Copp
Nope, all my brand new 368's run with all my old 368's. I also have some 361's I got from overseas and there is a difference in speed so when the two are side by side you can tell. I have a box of 368's I just received so if you are still worried that JR is pulling a fast one buy all my inventory

[RCSE] FCM at Visalia

2004-09-29 Thread mpodder
Don't forget you can attend all of the functions at Visalia Fallfest without missing your Sunday morning service. FCM (Fellowship of Christian Modelers) is sponsoring a Chapel service at 7:00 am, Sunday Oct 3rd before the pilots meeting. All are invited to attend and if you would like to help

Re: [RCSE] XC story

2004-09-29 Thread Tim Bennett
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Re: [RCSE] September/October thread -- interference

2004-09-29 Thread Tom H. Nagel
I agree completely with Jack's approach to park flyers.   We do the same at MOSS and have recruited several new members this way.  We do Park Flyer Outreach at the local hobby store by leaving flyers near the pile of GWS boxes. - Original Message - From: Jack Harper To:

[RCSE] Re: [SPAM]Soaring V1 #4379

2004-09-29 Thread Dan Vester
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RE: [RCSE] LSF Historical Event!!

2004-09-29 Thread John & Linda
Jerry, one other thing about Don, he is the kind of guy that likes it to challenge himself and improve his flying. I saw him at the Dam doing his 8-hours. If I'm not mistaken he was flying a modified gentle lady and was not using a lift sensor. I think Mike Remus also used a 2M ship for his 8-hour

RE: [RCSE] LSF Historical Event!!

2004-09-29 Thread Douglas, Brent
Congratulations Mr. Harris! I'm lucky enough to fly with Don on a regular basis, and it never leaves me without some tidbit of knowledge I didn't have when I started. That and his true love of the sport, it's been infectious to me. Now, isn't it about time to make an LSF-6 for these guys? : ) B

[RCSE] How about an AMA Pres who like sailplanes?

2004-09-29 Thread GordySoar
Dave Matheson is running, here's an excerpt answer he sent me.   He had sent all the Leader Members a note saying he was running. I posted him a note saying that I would like to have someone who has a clue about more than just powered planes or free flights to be leading.  I asked what he kne

[RCSE] Field of Dreams by Millard Scott

2004-09-29 Thread Tom Broeski
Here's a photo taken a Newcastle VA by Millard Scott last Saturday. http://www.adesigner.com/brass/New%20Castle%20036%20mod.jpg T RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe mess

[RCSE] 2004 F3B Team Selection Trials

2004-09-29 Thread Mrmaseratiman
We are still looking for additional workers to support the Team Selection process at the AMA Muncie site October 8th, 9th, & 10th, with registration, winch testing and practice Oct, 7th.   Thre are still a limited number of rooms available at the Fairfield Inn being held open until tomorrow at no

Re: [RCSE] Field of Dreams by Millard Scott

2004-09-29 Thread Tom Broeski
I mean "at" Newcastle. T&G 32 Mount View Dr Afton, VA 22920 540 943-3356 fax 943-4178 540 943-3356 - Original Message - From: "Tom Broeski" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "soaring" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, September 29, 2004 11:57 AM Subject: [RCSE] Field of Dreams by Millard Scott

Re: [RCSE] XC story

2004-09-29 Thread John Erickson
I've always been far sighted. Up to about 4 years ago, I had 20-15 distance vision but needed reading glasses. As I hit a certain age my distance vision started to deteriorate, exactly like the optometrist said it would. I now wear trifocals (actually "progressive" lenses). All this preamble mea

[RCSE] Leroy Saterly

2004-09-29 Thread Ed Berris
I'd like to contact Leroy Saterly. I'm looking for his phone number or address. Anyone out there have it? Ed 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 sen

[RCSE] WTB: Alcyone kit

2004-09-29 Thread Ben Hocker
I'm looking to buy a 121" Alcyone kit (open class, not the standard class or 2 m versions). Strongly prefer NIB. Either wood or fiberglass fuse is OK. Thanks for the bandwidth . . . . Ben Hocker Minnetonka, MN . . . where the winter building season is about to begin E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] R

Re: [RCSE] Dave Mathewson for AMA President

2004-09-29 Thread Bill Swingle
Well I'll be. Gordy asked a candidate about my favorite flavor of flying; Foamie Combat. More importantly Mr. Mathewson offered a reasonable and supportive answer! Wow! Does this mean I can now safely consider myself legitimate? No longer a bastardized, fringe participant? Goodness, I can hardly

[RCSE] "I know it ain't Muncie, but it is Visalia....!:-)"

2004-09-29 Thread GordySoar
Tomorrow I fly!   On the airlines and at the field!  Wish I could be both places at once though.  OVSS is this weekend at Muncie and since I got won a couple of the JR Overall Points wins, who knows I might have qualified for winning the new JR 9303 offered to the over all over all.:-) (a guy

Re: [RCSE] Retreiver line

2004-09-29 Thread Andrew E. Mileski
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Do I buy braided or twisted line, and what weight line for a Rahm RETRIEVER ( Not a winch ). I think #9 non-bonded, non-tarred, braided nylon siene twine is generally accepted as the standard retriever line. http://gmocart.gmotion.com/store/merchant.mv?Screen=CTGY&Store_Co

Re: [RCSE] "I know it ain't Muncie, but it is Visalia....!:-)"

2004-09-29 Thread Chuck Anderson
At 12:06 PM 9/29/2004, you wrote: Looks like the weather is going to be similar :-) Muncie 60's and possible rain on Sat Visalia 80's and sunny. Good luck out there OVSS! Gordy a few hours before lift off I'll take Visalia. Wish I was going. Looks like I'll be flying in Huntsville Saturday. Ch

Re: [RCSE] Dave Mathewson for AMA President

2004-09-29 Thread Kevin Sheen
Besides the current Model Aviation magazine candidates statements, two have web sites: http://www.mathewson4pres.com http://www.oberdieckforpres.org (I'm not aware of any on-line presence for Dave Brown, please correct me if I'm wrong) Vote! Kevin At 09:25 AM 9/29/2004 -0700, Bill Swingle

[RCSE] ALTi2 Data Logger shipment is here

2004-09-29 Thread Sheldon - YNT uDesign
For those of you that have been waiting, the ALTi2 Data Logger shipment just arrived! Anyone interested in an ALTi2 please contact me off-list.   -Sheldon- YNT uDesign A Soaring Nationals Supporter

RE: [RCSE] "I know it ain't Muncie, but it is Visalia....!:-)"

2004-09-29 Thread John Diniz
  Hey Gordy,   I think your chances of winning a JR XP9303 are better at Visalia. Just come in 100th place and win a new radio! But I know your much better then that, you'd have to throw a round or two to finish that low. 8^)   But you can buy a few thousand raffle tickets to get a shot at

[RCSE] Re: [SPAM]Soaring V1 #4380

2004-09-29 Thread Dan Vester
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RE: [RCSE] "I know it ain't Muncie, but it is Visalia....!:-)"

2004-09-29 Thread Daryl Perkins
Speaking of Visalia, does anyone know what landing task they have decided to roll the dice with... uh punish us with uh I mean.??? ;-) Not that it matters. I was just curious. D ___ Do you Yahoo!? Declare Yourself - Register online to

RE: [RCSE] "I know it ain't Muncie, but it is Visalia....!:-)"

2004-09-29 Thread Brian Chan
At 11:17 AM -0700 9/29/04, Daryl Perkins wrote: Speaking of Visalia, does anyone know what landing task they have decided to roll the dice with... uh punish us with uh I mean.??? ;-) Not that it matters. I was just curious. D D, I think it is 10 seconds before you land, you toss a d

RE: [RCSE] "I know it ain't Muncie, but it is Visalia....!:-)"

2004-09-29 Thread John Diniz
DP wrote: WHAT!!! You mean there's a landing task involved!!!??? GREAT, a weekend of dorked landings. I thought this was supposed to be a FUN contest. JD Sorry, I couldn't resist. 8^) -Original Message- From: Daryl Perkins [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, September 29, 2004

Re: [RCSE] "I know it ain't Muncie, but it is Visalia....!:-)"

2004-09-29 Thread Bill Malvey
On 9/29/04 11:17 Daryl Perkins wrote: > Speaking of Visalia, does anyone know what landing > task they have decided to roll the dice with... uh > punish us with uh I mean.??? ;-) > > Not that it matters. I was just curious. I heard it was a 1-inch spot in or out (painted green t

[RCSE] Launch technique

2004-09-29 Thread Anker Berg-Sonne
Jose Bruzual has just published a small article I wrote on winch launching. The URL is    http://flyesl.com/News-y-Articles/featured_article.asp?FORUM_ID=7&TOPIC_ID=112   I am sharing this because I se desperately little advice on this, and an awful lot of people with horrible launch t

Re: [RCSE] "I know it ain't Muncie, but it is Visalia....!:-)"

2004-09-29 Thread Mrmaseratiman
You guys just can't let a bad thread die can you ? Of course Gordy didn't have anything to do with it.   Dave Corven.

RE: [RCSE] "I know it ain't Muncie, but it is Visalia....!:-)"

2004-09-29 Thread Norm Timbs
Once we get the contest out of the way, then we have fun. ;-) Norm PBSS -Original Message- From: John Diniz [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, September 29, 2004 11:37 AM To: Daryl Perkins; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: [RCSE] "I know it ain't Muncie, but it is Visalia!:-)"

Re: [RCSE] "I know it ain't Muncie, but it is Visalia....!:-)"

2004-09-29 Thread Keith
Inverted hand catch after a limbo under a 2 meter tape 50' away from the circle where you are standing piece of cake!!! - Original Message - From: "Daryl Perkins" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, September 29, 2004 2:17 PM Subject: RE: [RCSE] "I know it a

[RCSE] "Gordy"

2004-09-29 Thread ron
Who is this gentlemen? He seems to be traveling to all sorts of sites and contests and soaring almost full time. Is he independently wealthy or retired and is he really that good. No Offense Gordy, just curious about someone who appears to be a living legend. Ron

[RCSE] FS- Sig Riser 100

2004-09-29 Thread Edwin Lightcap
I'm posting this for a friend whose not on the Exchange. For Sale Sig Riser 100 RES Sailplane RTF servos included Flown 1 season $145.00 plus shipping Contact Rob Dyni at [EMAIL PROTECTED] for more info and  pictures Thanks for looking. EDG Pittsburgh 

Re: [RCSE] "Gordy"

2004-09-29 Thread Brian Chan
At 4:14 AM +0800 9/30/04, ron wrote: Who is this gentlemen? He seems to be traveling to all sorts of sites and contests and soaring almost full time. Is he independently wealthy or retired and is he really that good. No Offense Gordy, just curious about someone who appears to be a living legend.

[RCSE] Icon For Sale

2004-09-29 Thread Jim Monaco
I may have a slot for a new Icon, but the finances won't allow it without the exchange of an existing one - and since I never had a NEW one For Sale F3J Icon - Original Owner and Builder was Skip Millercfor the F3J WC 2002. Yellow top over Red bottoms. Has USA decals and flags. In generally

Re: [RCSE] "Gordy"...Who is this gentleman reply

2004-09-29 Thread strotherbj
Imagine if you can a rickety man, sort hobbled over,  Like an older peasant like you would see on  Loerd of the rings, not with a bundle of wood on his back, but a sports tube, with his prized volz power pike.   He begs for places to stay, food, as a last resort he will spend his own money, but wo

Re: [RCSE] "I know it ain't Muncie, but it is Visalia....!:-)"

2004-09-29 Thread Larry Taylor
Hi Daryl!! and the rest that's coming to Visalia! The last I heard at the last club meeting. Jason ( Our Landing Judge)had a plan that was allot easier than in the past. More contestants should get higher landing points. So air time will be very important this year. Just practice landing in a 18"

Re: [RCSE] "Gordy"

2004-09-29 Thread Justin Ammon
Guys, All of the Gordy bashing is getting quite old... If you don't like Gordy that's fine, but running a campaign to demean and discredit him like a presidential race (and Gordy is the opposing party) is not serving anyone's best interest. I can understand some jabs at each other from time to

Re: [RCSE] "I know it ain't Muncie, but it is Visalia....!:-)"

2004-09-29 Thread Russ Young
That's all well and good Larry, but do we still "get" to launch and land downwind??? Russ - Original Message - From: "Larry Taylor" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Daryl Perkins" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: "Airage" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, September 29, 2004 1:43 PM Subject: Re: [RC

[RCSE] "I know it ain't Muncie, but it is Visalia....!:-)"

2004-09-29 Thread Larry Taylor
From last night weather report the winds are coming from the North West with week. That means you will be launching into the wind and landing into the wind. It will be cool "mid 70's" during the day time and mid 50's at night. Larry Taylor KF6JBG CVRC Visalia Fall Festival 2004 Oct 2nd & 3rd C

Re: [RCSE] "Gordy"

2004-09-29 Thread Darwin Barrie
Common Justin, you just haven't met Gordy yet. I'll personally introduce you to him at Visalia. Then, you will be on the bashing wagon too. Gordy is bashed because everybody LIKES Gordy. Gordy wouldn't be abused nearly as much if Karlton and Sal were still active on the list. Until someone else st

Re: [RCSE] Launch technique

2004-09-29 Thread Jeff Gortatowsky
Launching is one area I just can not seem to get right. I've launched two sailplanes ever. Each one maybe 20 or 30 times. No more. A DAW TG-3 and a Global Hobbies Easy Answer. I was/am lucky that both are/were plenty strong. If I'd have been winching a Gentle Lady, or Oly II, or almost all stock wo

Re: [RCSE] "Gordy"

2004-09-29 Thread Justin Ammon
Actually Darwin... I do know Gordy. I had the pleasure of having him time for me on my very last round of 2M on day one of Visalia last year. Although I did get kicked, and shaken during the flight, he did help me to get my time when I thought the lift had abandoned me and my Saggita 600. I

Re: [RCSE] Launch technique

2004-09-29 Thread Bill Malvey
I cannot launch worth a crap. This is why I fly molded airplanes of enormous strength. So my technique is to stand on the pedal until the plane is virtually ripped from my hands (hence no worries about "throwing" technique), and let it go zooming nearly vertical until I go deep into the bucket an

Re: [RCSE] Launch technique

2004-09-29 Thread strotherbj
Naa, Not at all, All it takes is "time" and practice... The TG3 is a really good place to start...stay with that and Pratcice...practicepractice.. 8-)   --Jack Strother Granger, IN LSF 2948 LSF Level V #117 LSF Official 1996 - 2004 CSS Gold   -- Original message -- >

Re: [RCSE] "Gordy"

2004-09-29 Thread Bill Malvey
On 9/29/04 14:31 Justin Ammon wrote: > Actually Darwin... I do know Gordy. I had the pleasure of having him time > for me on my very last round of 2M on day one of Visalia last year. > Although I did get kicked, and shaken during the flight, Just so I am straight here, Gordy was kicking and sha

Re: [RCSE] "Gordy"

2004-09-29 Thread Justin Ammon
Larry, Yes, it is an HM Genie. It has seen more than its share of contests over its years, and is being retired to sport/rough-field/landing practice after Visalia. It will be replaced with a new HM Genie-Pro shortly. My current Genie is not 100% stock with a balsa over foam wing (yes, it tak

[RCSE] YEEEEE---Haw!

2004-09-29 Thread Tom H. Nagel
I don't know if any of the rest of you were watching live webcast coverage this morning, but Space Ship One lifted off from Mojave Spaceport, cut loose from White Knight and lit the candle, in search of the X-Prize trophy.   Shortly after the engine fired, SS-1 pulled up vertical and then be

Re: [RCSE] "Gordy"

2004-09-29 Thread Justin Ammon
Bill, Gordy was trying to get me to do something different than what I would normally do, and he was doing it to get my attention. Well, it worked. I watched a number of other much higher performance ships attempt to work the same lift to no avail, and abandon the area as I was still climbing.

Re: [RCSE] YEEEEE---Haw!

2004-09-29 Thread strotherbj
I would have taken that ride !!   --Jack Strother Granger, IN LSF 2948 LSF Level V #117 LSF Official 1996 - 2004 CSS Gold   -- Original message -- I don't know if any of the rest of you were watching live webcast coverage this morning, but Space Ship One lifted off fro

Re: [RCSE] "Gordy for President"

2004-09-29 Thread Steve Meyer
Politics and Gordy it matches. LOL 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] Trade or Sell

2004-09-29 Thread Mrmaseratiman
To aquire another BS or similar F3B winch.   One NIB JR 10X tx in it's own case w/o rf module. Never programed.   $ 650.00 shipped conus or trade for winch.   Alternate trade for NIB or VG Profi 4K.   Regards, Dave Corven   248-515-2153 cell   248-576-1374 w   

[RCSE] The Gordy I Knew

2004-09-29 Thread Chuck Anderson
In early 1992, I received an order for my airfoil plot program from a Gordy Stahl of Milwaukee, WI. About year later I received a call from Gordy. He was passing through Tullahoma and wanted to stop by and talk. It is difficult to tell a stranger how to get to my house so I met him at a serv

Re: [RCSE] LSF Historical Event!!

2004-09-29 Thread Shape
He also use that same plane for L5 number two and an aborted try due to weather a month ago after about 5hr Jerry - Original Message - From: "John & Linda" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Shape" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "RCSE" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, September 29, 2004 10:56 AM Subject:

[RCSE] Looking for Wisconsin Bob Johnson

2004-09-29 Thread Ed Berris
I'm looking for Bob Johnson from Wisconsin. Bob if you see this or if someone on the exchange knows Bob please send his e-mail address. Thanks, Ed RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe

Re: [RCSE] Soaring V1 #4380

2004-09-29 Thread Steve Meyer
I wish people would learn how to do away messages properly. Now we will keep receiving automatic replies from Dan for every Digest that is published. At 12:42 PM 9/29/2004, Dan Vester wrote: Hi. This is an automated reply. I'm out of town until 10/06/04, and unable to access my email while I'm go

[RCSE] Re: [SPAM]Soaring V1 #4382

2004-09-29 Thread Dan Vester
Hi. This is an automated reply. I'm out of town until 10/06/04, and unable to access my email while I'm gone. I will respond to your email upon my return. If you've purchased an eBay item from me, I'll ship it to you when I get back. Dan Vester RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane New

Re: [RCSE] "Gordy"

2004-09-29 Thread Jerry Miller
Ron, Did you just come out of the womb? Gordy has been around for eons, well almost. Do you attend big events like Visalia, SWC or other big events, Gordy is almost always there with his wisdom, smiles and ADVICE. My guess is you don't get out much. Jerry, SOSS Medford., OR PS Gordy i

Re: [RCSE] "Gordy"...Who is this gentleman reply

2004-09-29 Thread ejfranz
Well Jack, since you opened the door... For a rickety old man he sure does get around. Europe, Australia, Kentucky... A harmless beggar? Maybe, but He and I know what showed up at my door from Norway that he found for me. (NO, it was not a mail-order blond bride.) I could tell a few stores about

[RCSE] WC 2004 Scale article in November RCM

2004-09-29 Thread Ray Hayes
The November issue of RCM is now on the newsstands and that is where Gordon Person's article on the Wood Crafters 04 Scale event can be found. Great job Gordon, nice photos. Next years scale event will also include my Fun Scale event as well as Gordon's Rules, it will be a blast. See the WC 05 p

Re: [RCSE] Launch technique

2004-09-29 Thread Ben Diss
OK. I read, I studied. I'm gonna try it. If I had a dime for everytime the guys tell me to THROW the airplane I could maybe afford an Icon. You pegged me with this. Right arm, right foot, tension the line and just let it go. No more. Now ... where did I put that winch? -Ben Anker Berg-Son

[RCSE] Launch technique Covered and Covered in ...

2004-09-29 Thread GordySoar
Yep RC Soaring Digest Magazine, the only magazine written by sailplaners for sailplaners.   Even this past season there have been a number of articles on launching.   However the gent who posted about launch technique has foam planes which are unlikely to launch the same way twice in any case

Re: [RCSE] Launch technique Covered and Covered in ...

2004-09-29 Thread Ben Diss
Huh? Anker was flying Mantis. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: However the gent who posted about launch technique has foam planes which are unlikely to launch the same way twice in any case. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PR

Re: [RCSE] Dave Mathewson for AMA President

2004-09-29 Thread Loren Blinde
Gordy is right on with his endorsement of Dave Mathewson for AMA President. A couple of years ago, during the near-demise of slope combat, I found myself involved to some degree and corresponded with Dave on several occasions. I was impressed by his willingness to listen and understand a situat

Re: [RCSE] "Gordy"

2004-09-29 Thread James V. Bacus
Gordy:  Typically known by only his first name, just like Cher or Madonna. The only guy I know who has ever had a thread on RCSE with only his first name, and the thread grows long and lingers. P.S.  Sometimes this exchange reminds me of this serene foreign commercial, turn up your sound before c

Re: [RCSE] "Gordy"

2004-09-29 Thread James V. Bacus
Sorry, sometimes some of the most interesting things don't last long on the net, that link is broken and probably gone for good.  Only Jon Stone could tell you about it...   8-) At 08:46 PM 9/29/2004, James V. Bacus wrote: P.S.  Sometimes this exchange reminds me of this serene foreign commercial

RE: [RCSE] XC story

2004-09-29 Thread James V. Bacus
Believe it or not, one thing I have learned in this hobby is how to watch and listen. There are some really skilled guys willing to share what they know, but not many guys that are ready just to listen and not constantly challenge what the individual is saying, shortening the lesson considerab

[RCSE] Serenity

2004-09-29 Thread James V. Bacus
This foreign commercial reminds me of this list sometimes. A car driving down a beautiful winding road is the perfect analogy of thread on RCSE meandering back and forth as people contribute to it. Ah, the serenity of it all... turn up the volume to hear the birds chirping in the background.

Re: [RCSE] Launch technique Covered and Covered in ...

2004-09-29 Thread Steve Meyer
Now here are some nice launches.  Notice left foot forward plane in right hand.  Good example even though the winch is human powered. Steve Meyer LSF IV SOAR

[RCSE] The Wide Runway (War Story)

2004-09-29 Thread Chuck Anderson
From 1971 to 1978 I flew C130A's with the Tennessee Air National Guard in Nashville Tennessee. The C130A models were built between 1955 and1957 and were beginning to show their age. This story happened to a very good friend of mine about 30 years ago. My friend was giving a check ride to a ne

[RCSE] FVK Silent Dream 2.8 RTF for sale

2004-09-29 Thread vltrucco
Selling RTF Silent Dream 2.8m electric sailplane. Excellent condition. Never crashed. Hitec servos all the way around and Hacker motor system. $600 plus shipping. Thanks, Victor T. Portland, Oregon RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe"

[RCSE] suitable timer

2004-09-29 Thread Lincoln Ross
Well, it isn't sexy, but a Casio W-71 watch makes an excellent timer, with buttons that seem like they never bounce. I don't forget it, because it's my everyday watch. (I guess that makes me a geek.) The numbers are a bit small, and there's no voice calling off times, and if you want the count

Re: [RCSE] Launch technique Covered and Covered in ...

2004-09-29 Thread Jeff Gortatowsky
--- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > However the gent who posted about launch technique has foam planes which > are unlikely to launch the same way twice in any case. Thanks Gordy! It's good to know it's my plane's fault and all I have to do is spend more money! I knew it! Buy an Icon and a 9303 and

[RCSE] Icon For Sale Pics

2004-09-29 Thread Jim Monaco
Here is the link to the pictures for the Icon. http://www.rmsadenver.com/Icon%20USA/icon.htm   I took pictures of every area that is not in perfect condition.  Note there is some paint chipping at the wing joints – the previous owner did not lay down protective tape before taping then

Re: [RCSE] Serenity

2004-09-29 Thread Jim Carlton
James V. Bacus wrote: This foreign commercial reminds me of this list sometimes. A car driving down a beautiful winding road is the perfect analogy of thread on RCSE meandering back and forth as people contribute to it. Ah, the serenity of it all... turn up the volume to hear the birds chir

Re: [RCSE] "Gordy"

2004-09-29 Thread glider1218
Wow, A couple things come to mind here regarding all these "Gordy" comments I've seen over the past days as I search for constructive comments on this forum.    I'm a novice soaring pilot and just got started last year with a 2M ship and have always aspired to fly R/C gliders.  So now I'm flying

Re: [RCSE] Serenity

2004-09-29 Thread Ben Diss
So ... I fell asleep on the couch watching the tube tonight. Modern Marvels is talking about big airplanes. Nice show. I woke up a 2A and on my way to bed I thought I'd take a quick look at e-mail to see what's up. A little click on the link to see a nice classic car and ... POW. I'll be up