Originally posted by RCAddiction
Paula, I agree with the folks above on your options, and how you might be treated if you don't buy from the club president/hobby shop owner. Sounds like a racket and a clear conflict of interests. I'm not a fan of TT Trainers as the ones I've seen don't seem to hold up too well, although their newest version might be improved. Look for another club. Check with the AMA to see if there is another chartered club not far away. A lot of this hobby is about the social aspects, and if you ever feel uncomfortable at the field, it just won't be as much fun.
Good luck!
Lee,
I agree, it does sound like a racket to me as well. Someone contacted by email who had read this thread & I found out there was another club in my area. The folks at this club sound great without a silly no Avistar rule. Before I found out about this club though, I went ahead & ordered the Tower Hobbies Trainer, hope I don't regret it. Got a good deal I think, I posted about it before this post. Anyway, I figured that after I learn to fly then I can sink my teeth into an ARF & get some building experience & get me a plane with the wing type of the Avistar & just transfer the motor etc.
Thanks to everyone for all your help.You are a great group & I appreciate your being here.
Paula