Getting back into RC. Electric ARF recommendations?
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Getting back into RC. Electric ARF recommendations?
Wow. Been forever, since I've posted here, it seems.
Anyhow, after a several years long break, I'm getting the RC flying bug again. Badly.
I still have a bunch of older planes, radios and engines, but am wanting to go with a quick fresh start to get back into it.
I'll dig into my dungeon later, and get about the business of replacing batteries and such, I suppose. Until then, I want something to FLY!
Anyone have any recommendations for a good electric ARF? Any good combo deals out there?
Here are the parameters I'm trying to work within, though they're not set in stone:
Budget:
Anyhow, after a several years long break, I'm getting the RC flying bug again. Badly.
I still have a bunch of older planes, radios and engines, but am wanting to go with a quick fresh start to get back into it.
I'll dig into my dungeon later, and get about the business of replacing batteries and such, I suppose. Until then, I want something to FLY!
Anyone have any recommendations for a good electric ARF? Any good combo deals out there?
Here are the parameters I'm trying to work within, though they're not set in stone:
Budget:
07-04-2011, 07:37 AM
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RE: Getting back into RC. Electric ARF recommendations?
Take a look at the new 3DHobbyshop 47" Osiris. Pattern type flyer, from a good outfit. Wingspan is right, it'll be aerobatic, and should fit your budget, as long as you don't need to by a new radio.
http://www.3dhobbyshop.com/47-Osiris-RED_p_15883.html
http://www.3dhobbyshop.com/47-Osiris-RED_p_15883.html
07-04-2011, 08:30 AM
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RE: Getting back into RC. Electric ARF recommendations?
ORIGINAL: FallDownGoBoom
Take a look at the new 3DHobbyshop 47'' Osiris. Pattern type flyer, from a good outfit. Wingspan is right, it'll be aerobatic, and should fit your budget, as long as you don't need to by a new radio.
http://www.3dhobbyshop.com/47-Osiris-RED_p_15883.html
Take a look at the new 3DHobbyshop 47'' Osiris. Pattern type flyer, from a good outfit. Wingspan is right, it'll be aerobatic, and should fit your budget, as long as you don't need to by a new radio.
http://www.3dhobbyshop.com/47-Osiris-RED_p_15883.html
I'm kindof hoping to find a combo deal that includes all the hardware, the motor, esc, servos, etc. (Or options to add them at order time)
And... it's not "in" yet. What is it with these places and their stock, these days?
Seems like every plane I show any interest in is either "coming soon" or "on the boat" or just hopelessly backordered
Hmm... there was also a Velox Revolution on that page that looks pretty sweet, as well. but it's "out of stock" too.
Thanks for the idea, though. It's on the list :-)
07-04-2011, 10:09 AM
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RE: Getting back into RC. Electric ARF recommendations?
I suspect that if you call Ben at 3DHS, he can set you up with everything you need to get that (or the Velox) in the air. And also tell you when they're expected in stock (July 10? that's only a week)
07-04-2011, 01:48 PM
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RE: Getting back into RC. Electric ARF recommendations?
C_Watkins,
Take a look at Extreme Flight. They sell combo's that consist of the plane, ESC, and motor. Servo's and everything else you can get any where. I just bought the new 60" Edge 540 combo. SWEET.
http://www.extremeflightrc.com/
Take a look at Extreme Flight. They sell combo's that consist of the plane, ESC, and motor. Servo's and everything else you can get any where. I just bought the new 60" Edge 540 combo. SWEET.
http://www.extremeflightrc.com/
08-10-2012, 06:20 PM
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RE: Getting back into RC. Electric ARF recommendations?
Zippi, I never did come back and thank you for getting 'Extreme Flight' on my radar.
I was having connection issues with RCU at the time, and more or less stopped reading.
I ended up knocking the rust off with a Parkzone T28, then some 'other brand' planes,
but ended with with Extreme Flight in the end. Heck, a whole fleet of them, these days. LOL!
I either have... or have had:
48" Extra EXP (x2)
48" Edge EXP
48" Laser
Chinn Yak ARF
78" Extra 300
88" Edge
91" Yak (proto that was flown on DA60. I have it electrified now)
Love them all!
Right now, I'm salvating for the green and black 60" MXS. Maybe sometime soon.
But yeah, EF and crew are great, and 'just up the road' from me which is awesome.
Anyhow... I just remembered this post, and wanted to come back and say thanks
I was having connection issues with RCU at the time, and more or less stopped reading.
I ended up knocking the rust off with a Parkzone T28, then some 'other brand' planes,
but ended with with Extreme Flight in the end. Heck, a whole fleet of them, these days. LOL!
I either have... or have had:
48" Extra EXP (x2)
48" Edge EXP
48" Laser
Chinn Yak ARF
78" Extra 300
88" Edge
91" Yak (proto that was flown on DA60. I have it electrified now)
Love them all!
Right now, I'm salvating for the green and black 60" MXS. Maybe sometime soon.
But yeah, EF and crew are great, and 'just up the road' from me which is awesome.
Anyhow... I just remembered this post, and wanted to come back and say thanks
08-10-2012, 10:30 PM
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RE: Getting back into RC. Electric ARF recommendations?
Hobby People has recently started selling FlyFly Hobby aircraft and their fiberglass fuselage ARF’s are really great looking. FlyFly Yak-54 ARF seems like it would suit your standards perfectly. With a 54 inch wingspan and great prices on the Yak-54, Airtronics servos, FlyFly motor and ESC, and HP Batteries, you will meet your price point easily. Here is the Yak-54:
If you need a new radio, too, Hobby People sells Airtronics Radio systems. An SD-6G would do well for what you will be doing with this plane. A great quality computer radio that is super reliable. Plus if you buy the radio it comes with a 2.4G 6CH receiver. And if you need any help with programming or setting up your radio Airtronics has a toll free 800 number for advice from an AMA Hall of Famer who is a product expert and always happy to help.
http://www.hobbypeople.net/index.php/airtronics-sd-6g-2-4g-6-ch-computer-radio-w-rx600.html
08-11-2012, 01:27 AM
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RE: Getting back into RC. Electric ARF recommendations?
ORIGINAL: C_Watkins
Zippi, I never did come back and thank you for getting 'Extreme Flight' on my radar.
I was having connection issues with RCU at the time, and more or less stopped reading.
I ended up knocking the rust off with a Parkzone T28, then some 'other brand' planes,
but ended with with Extreme Flight in the end. Heck, a whole fleet of them, these days. LOL!
I either have... or have had:
48'' Extra EXP (x2)
48'' Edge EXP
48'' Laser
Chinn Yak ARF
78'' Extra 300
88'' Edge
91'' Yak (proto that was flown on DA60. I have it electrified now)
Love them all!
Right now, I'm salvating for the green and black 60'' MXS. Maybe sometime soon.
But yeah, EF and crew are great, and 'just up the road' from me which is awesome.
Anyhow... I just remembered this post, and wanted to come back and say thanks
Zippi, I never did come back and thank you for getting 'Extreme Flight' on my radar.
I was having connection issues with RCU at the time, and more or less stopped reading.
I ended up knocking the rust off with a Parkzone T28, then some 'other brand' planes,
but ended with with Extreme Flight in the end. Heck, a whole fleet of them, these days. LOL!
I either have... or have had:
48'' Extra EXP (x2)
48'' Edge EXP
48'' Laser
Chinn Yak ARF
78'' Extra 300
88'' Edge
91'' Yak (proto that was flown on DA60. I have it electrified now)
Love them all!
Right now, I'm salvating for the green and black 60'' MXS. Maybe sometime soon.
But yeah, EF and crew are great, and 'just up the road' from me which is awesome.
Anyhow... I just remembered this post, and wanted to come back and say thanks
08-11-2012, 05:51 AM
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ORIGINAL: scale only 4 me
So you busted the budget big time,, guess you're liking flying again
So you busted the budget big time,, guess you're liking flying again
Although, the $750-$1000 was just the budget "at that moment in time" to get me up and "flying" again.
I figured I'd go berserk once I got hooked again real good ...and yeah, I kinda did
