ORIGINAL: mariog
Hello. I am considering the Nextar EP (electric) for my first airplane. I have many years experience in RC cars, but not air.
Is this a good choice? I was also considering the Hobbyzone Super Cub, so what are the pros / cons of each (besides money)?
Also, can I get by flying the Nexstar in a large size football field?
Thanks.
The Nexstar is a better choice, albeit as noted it needs a bigger area to fly in.
why?
- It's larger and easier to see
- It's actually cheaper to replace parts on it than the SuperCub. ( just how much do they charge for that "foam"? check it out! ).
- It's less prone to crash, as it does better in wind and gusts
- It's a FULL aileron plane, as opposed to the HZ Cub which is only 3 channels w/no ailerons.
- Try bringing a HZ cub once the wind has picked up during a flight some time, you'll see!
- You will not have to relearn how to fly later
- The parts of the Nexstar can be used on other planes as they are standard sized components.
- The battery packs can be "upgraded" for more power, while still providing compatibility with other EP's.
- You can leaverage the cost of the batteries against your future plane purchases, not so with the HZ Cub.
- It can land in grass, the Supercub "breaks" in grass instead.
- The Nexstar qualifies at most club fields as a full trainer, the Supercub does not.
and the list goes on, and on, and on.