RE: cap 580 flatout
I have the Flatout Cap 580 with the Rimfire motor, and a Shock Flyer Yak-54.
I do think the Yak is the better plane, but the Cap is fun too. All I did to the Cap was add tape to the hinges and reinforce the landing gear, also I installed 2 inch diameter ultra-lite wheels.
I fly off a grass field and have had plenty of bad landings, the cap is holding up well so far.
My Cap 580 weighs 10.6 oz. with a 900 mah 3 cell. The Yak-54 is 9.9 oz. with the same battery.
I'm just saying that I think the Cap 580 Flatout is not as bad as some people say it is and I would build it and see for yourself. Plus they are so colorful and pretty looking in the air, that adds a bit of fun.
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