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Old 02-18-2004 | 04:30 AM
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Default Need a cheap, throw around ARF: Impossible?

I'm looking for a cheap ARF (under $100 shipped) that has low wing loading, a symmetrical airfoil, and that will fly inverted just as well as it flies upright. I want something I can keep in the rear of an S10 extended cab (low maintenance). My plan is to practice my inverted flying and normal pattern style aerobatics, something that can also do 3D would be nice, but a very tight budget is limiting me.

I have an OS 50 SX ready to mount and a flight pack awaiting a plane. A Sig something extra would be my first choice, but $200 is WAAAY over my budget, and I don't know about the ruggedness of Modeltech Magic Extra. I thought about an Easy Sport, but they are a bit pricey when considering what else is out there.

OH yes, I plan on flying this little ARF in 20-25+ MPH winds. I don't like weather stoping me and when it comes to wind, practice makes perfect.