ChrisSpad
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Another good read about Spadding, posted by Ross Kean on spadworld.
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I originally posted this on the RCCA forum, but I thought it might be useful for new SPADers visiting here. Slightly edited, but essentially the same information.
Newbies
Welcome to the SPAD forum. Here, you will find a friendly bunch who are willing to help you with your projects and with almost anything else RC related! We listen and make recommendations based upon what has worked for us and based upon what we have read. Please remember that we have gained this knowledge over the years from many different sources - it doesn't happen overnight and we all know that an appropriate word at the right time from a more experienced builder/flier etc can save a lot of time, trouble, heartache, and expense.
We are a resource, but don't assume that our ways are the only ones that are effective. (Don't assume that our opinions are even necessarily correct.) I would suggest that if you have a question or need information about a building related topic, USE THE SEARCH FUNCTION on the forum. At the time of this writing, this forum is relatively new and there is not (yet) a lot of information here. On the RCCA forum, there have been thousands of posts on almost every conceivable topic for over a year. I am willing to bet you might have some difficulty in finding an RC topic that hasn't been touched. The RCCA forum (linked from the SpadWorld index page) is also searchable.
Read what's been written here first and go to other Internet sites for more information. We have posted many links to some really fabulous resources out there. Get familiar with www.spadtothebone.com , in particular.
Once you have a little understanding of the topic, but need some further insight, ask away! As you may have noticed, you will get lots of prompt answers. Not all will agree with each other but there are many different viewpoints and seeing different sides is part of the learning process.
I am only now getting to the point of this thread. TRY STUFF!!! When it comes to building SPADS, there is no "right way" to do things. Think outside the box and give it a go. Nobody here went to SPAD school and we aren't all design engineers. The real fun of this kind of building is CREATIVITY. Nothing provides a nicer feeling than discovering a new technique or developing your own airplane design or modification. This is a very expensive and time-consuming proposition for balsa builders, but is very do-able for SPADS. The more you do on your own, the more you will learn and the more fun you will have. Solve a problem by yourself and share your experience with the rest of us! There's nothing like a new idea to spark discussion and get the creative juices flowing.
SPAD is our name and TLAR is our mantra. (That Looks About Right)
This is all about fun, fellowship and learning. Go out there and ENJOY!
Ross
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DONT OVER THINK IT!!! - 
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RE: But what if you just want to go fly? - 