I have had mine a month. I have three batteries and fly it continouesly while home. Never had so much fun with a little toy. I fly in the carport area day and night. Sometimes in the one car garage when the weather is bad. I've never flown a helicopter before now, and can't seem to stop. After a few days of sliding around, I can now hover it pretty well about waist high. Trouble is, occasionally I get bold and let it go over my head some. That's when I get into trouble. I eventually make a mistake or two and trash a blade with a hard landing. There is nothing forgiving about this little guy. Is this just normal learning pain? The thing seems to be setup correctly and flys great as far as I would know. Nothing much to speak of except the batteries take too long to charge. However, I just can't keep buying two pair of blades every weekend at $17.99 a pop. Is there an alternative, more economic blade solution? Looks like trailing edge material covered in monocote to me. Has anyone tried to make some? Will the carbon blade handle brushes with the gutter and shrubery better? I understand nothing is bullet proof, but every little touch with something seems to take them out. I try to resist flying more daring, but eventually can't help myself. Any suggestions are welcome..... Do I need the gyro for just hovering ? Also, what are the goals a new pilot should strive for? Is it worth purchasing a computer and simulator for Christmas... Might look good on the big screen,,,, that's a lot of cash....that might be better spent.

Sorry for all the questions, they built up a few weeks...thanks in advance..