Hello,


I was interested in some beginner advice regarding choice of first RC glider. Hence me posting here instead of in the "Beginners" forum as there are some things mentioned in the sticky posts there I don't agree with.


I built a 4 channel Sig Kadet Sr. 20 yrs ago and lasted 20 seconds in the air lol, rebuilt it but never flew it again. Built a Stick 40 Plus and a CG Buddy box for that 10 yrs ago but never flew it so gave that away too.


So I got the bug again and been researching forums / reviews / and Youtube. Also been spending alot of time flying Picasim simulator on the PC with a thumbed controller - invaluable IMO.


Pretty sure I like the relaxation of the gliders but still a little afraid I may become bored with that and want a little more plane for a loop / roll or there is a slope soaring hill no to far away to maybe try. I enjoyed the built up covered "Woody" models as I last left the hobby but looks like foam models are recommended for beginners now and abundant. Makes sense to me for beginning RC pilot.


So I'm not completely new to the hobby just not successful in the air so far and I don't think I want to limit myself (if possible) with first model.


I think my first choice would have been the Lanyu/Volantex ASW28 2540mm as it seems to fly so graceful and easy to see with big size but am afraid of what it would cost to ship from Hobbyking (I read the nightmare postings.)


There is a budget and I was specifically looking for pros / cons on my final two choices.
Note these models are approximately same weight, and "flight ready" price to me. I do not plan to be on the throttle all the time, hopefully gliding.


79in Yuki Model LS8-18 PNP (EPO Foam)
http://www.valuehobby.com/airplanes/...s8-18-pnp.html
8.0 oz/ft wing loading (a guess based on 100g heavier 2meter ST ASW28)
2M wingspan easier to see
no spare parts available
easier to see
seems to fly more stable in videos
not much info online


or


FMS 1500MM LET 13 PNP
http://www.diamondhobby.com/airplanes/fms-1500mm-let-13
7.69 oz/sqft. wing loading
wing skids and belly wheel
smaller 1500mm span harder to see
seems like a 'tougher' model and easier to repair with spare parts available
may be more suited for the VERY windy slope hill in the area
seems more capable at advanced flight manuevers


Thanks for any thoughts.