It seems to me that we make things too difficult for new hobbyists. We "insist" that they find a local RC club and find an instructor. We thumb our noses at 2 channel planes and mock anything that doesn't cost $$$$ or involve a serious outlay of time/money. Personally, I think that we forget that it is supposed to be FUN. Instead, we just create a lot of stress by "do's" and "don'ts" rather than remembering that this hobby is a LOT easier and cheaper to get into nowadays than 20 years ago. I believe some of it must stem from jealousy on the part of the oldtimers who think that RC flying is a "pay your dues" kind of thing--nonsense, it's about having a good time and whatever that involves, then do it! Now, I don't suggest buying a $500 ducted fan jet and go attempt to fly it without some type of guidance. I DO think it's OK to spend $29.99 at Harbor Freight on a Yellow Bee and go play with it at your local ballpark. Hey, you might wreck it!!! Is that the end of the world? No, and you'll probably learn a little about how to fly. You'll also probably enjoy the experience. Anyway, that's just my 2 cents about what I perceive as snobbery from some of the more seasoned hands around here.

Does anyone else think this way?