It's truly a shame you don't live down here.

The best and safest method is flying with an experienced flyer on a buddy box. Nothing comes close. No comparison.

But you deal with what you got where you are.

And honest, running an RC car can do a great deal for you. Last time I was in Radio Shack they had some dirt cheap. Just running the demo one would help some. You got a Radio Shack nearby? grin....