Hey, yet another mini electric. In the new MAN I see the latest advertised, the Mini Ultra Stick. Has anyone tried to order yet? (from Horizon) Hopefully it will be a no nonsense 3D capable plane!

Ernie

http://www.e-fliterc.com/Products/De...ProdID=EFL2250
Please check out the product page and the gallery. See the first 'Key Feature'.

Hi,
Thanks for your note.
While the Mini Ultrastick is quite aerobatic, and can do some 3D manuevers in the hands of a good 3D pilot (Torque roll). We do not consider it a 3D plane, and do not market it as such.

It is intended to be a very versatile aircraft for sport aerobatic pilots. It has very docile and carefree handling. It is an aircraft for 'everyone', and easily accepts a wide range of power systems (the Park 450 is my favorite).

It is just a lot of good plain worryfree fun! The 'Hershy Bar' wing makes it very easy to handle.

Hope this helps clear up the intent of the aircraft!
David

I love my Ultra Stick 60 and I have an E-Flite Park 450 ready to go for the Mini Ultra Stick when it becomes available. Looks like the perfect sport/park flyer.

Thanks for the info David. Steve.... off topic, but what engine did you go with on your 60 size Stick?

Ernie

I've got a Saito 82 on the US60. Plenty of power and balanced perfectly without adding weight to the tail.

Will the mini ultra stick do grass take offs?

Yes,
Please look for the video on the MUS product page on:
www.e-fliterc.com

Regards,
David

Do I have to use a 450 outrunner, or would it fly good with a Park 400 inrunner?

I already have most of the stuff, just need a motor and li-po battery (and of course, the airplane!)

E-flite recommends either.

SORRY DON'T LIKE ELECTRIC I'AM A GLOW PERSON MY SELF.I'LL GET MINE NEXT WEEK I WILL PUT A THUNDER TIGER 15 WITH HITEC 81 MINI SERVOS FOR THE RUDDER AND ELEVATOR AND AILERON. FOR THE FLAPS AND THE THROTTLE USING HITEC MINI 55 SERVOS.FOR RECEIVER I'AM USING JR 700-- BATTERY DON'T KNOW YET MAYBE NICD AROUND 250 TO 350 MAH..............

Saw one at the hobby shop today, wish I waited to buy my Fliton mini Extra, the stick seems really well built and thought out.

airborne, don't use a nicad. They are too heavy these days!

Ernie

My friend and I picked up the mini ultra stick at our LHS this afternoon. I just bought the plane only, since I have a katana mini to finish. My friend bought everything needed. 450BL motor, the eflite servos, extensions, props, lipo battery. He already has a charger and a receiver. The plane cost $89.00. Add up all the stuff needed and it comes out over $450.

The plane is extremely light, well done and will go together super fast. If you're planning to put a glow engine, you'll definitely reinforce the firewall.

RFan

It's for his receiver.

He still should use a lipoly even if he insist on using a loud messy glow motor!!! lol
Rickc

I got my Mini Ultra Stick. Completed it in one night and flew it the next. This is a really cool plane. I've got a Park 450 outrunner on the nose and it flies great. Tracks great in the air and lands easy as pie. Don't have flaps yet. I want to hear how they work on this smaller version of the Ultra Stick. I'm using a 7 channel receiver so I've left the option open. IMHO, it would be a shame to convert this to a glow plane. It's just so good as an electric.

I CAN CONVERT IT TO GLOW FOR WAY LESS THAN $450.00 AND HAVE JUST AS MUCH FUN AS A HIGH DOLLAR ELECTRIC.

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Ernie,
I was at an indoor electric fly-in at the UniDome in Cedar Falls, Iowa last Sunday.
The reps from Horizon were there and had one that they demo'd.
It looked like it flew just like a bigger stick.
Very stable and smooth looking.
No wild 3D maneuvering but the sport flying maneuvers they did looked just like a bigger glow model.
Spektrum radios were very popular as well.
I think a couple guys from my club ordered one of the Stiks from the LHS guy right there on the spot.
JLK

RFan;

What weight do you think it will come out as? (an electric). Want to compare it with a glow modification. (Just for Kicks).

Darrell;

It's been suggested that you turn the KBD CAPS off.

Mine weighed in at 25 ounces with 2100mah battery.

SORRY TO ALL----- I JUST LIKE GLOW POWER. P.S. HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL.

Thanks for all the fun replies and info guys! My style is a bit more pattern than full 3D, so I know I would enjoy this plane.

For receiver, Nimh are still a lot lighter and more powerful than yesterday's nicads.

Ernie

I think a Norvel .15 would work well and is lighter than the TT .15

I got a chance to look at it last night. Looks just like its larger nitro cousin. Should be a really good intermediate plane for someone that is just past a trainer.

Also got a look at E-flite's new Brushless outrunners for .40 and .60 sized airplanes.....those are some HUGE brushless motors.