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Shortage of Kits?

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Old 06-22-2017, 12:12 PM
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Default Shortage of Kits?

Is it just my imagination or does there seem to be a shortage of Top Flite kits available? Most of the TF kits on the Tower website show "Out of Stock" or "Backorder". Several other online retailers I frequent also list most of the TF kits out of stock.
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While there are some stockouts, most of the kits are available. They are on order and should be produced. soon.
Old 06-26-2017, 11:56 AM
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It seems like build up kits are going out of style, I guess the new generation getting into this hobby want to buy and fly. That" Ok,but they are missing out on the whole aspect of the hobby from start to finish.
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You are correct. Demand for full kits has been falling steadily for a number of years. Existing kits are barely hanging on.

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