Super Cub
01-27-2008 | 09:24 PM
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Super Cub
Hey,
I'm starting out in r/c airplanes and had a few questions on the HobbyZone Super Cub.
1. Is this a plane that'll teach me the basics of flying, or is it more of a toy?
2. What kind of wind can it fly in?
I'm also looking at the new Electristar EP. Looks nice also. But I've done a lot of reading on the Super Cub and everyone says its pretty durable and good for a beginner. Also, I do have expierience in R/C cars. Nitro.
Thanks,
Andy
I'm starting out in r/c airplanes and had a few questions on the HobbyZone Super Cub.
1. Is this a plane that'll teach me the basics of flying, or is it more of a toy?
2. What kind of wind can it fly in?
I'm also looking at the new Electristar EP. Looks nice also. But I've done a lot of reading on the Super Cub and everyone says its pretty durable and good for a beginner. Also, I do have expierience in R/C cars. Nitro.
Thanks,
Andy
01-28-2008 | 07:45 AM
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RE: Super Cub
Hi Andy,
Welcome to R/C flying!
The SuperCub is considered to be the best beginner plane. Although there are a lot of beginner planes available for you to choose from, the SuperCub stands out as the best of the group. Some people complain that the radio system that it comes with, 27mhz, is prone to interference from people running "toy" R/C equipment on the same frequency. I have had seven HobbyZone/ParkZone planes, all of which operated on the 27mhz band, and never had any problems. I guess a lot depends on where and when you plan to fly. I do all of my flying early in the morning, when the park is empty and there is no one around to cause interference problems. If you are concerned about the interference issue, you can assemble a Supercub from the spare parts bin, without Tx and Rx, for around $90. You can then add your own radio equipment.
As a beginner, you should only be flying when there is virtually no wind. As you get better, you will be able to handle winds of up to 10mph. Of all of the beginner planes on the market, the SuperCub and the Multiplex EasyStar are the two best at handling wind.
Welcome to R/C flying!
The SuperCub is considered to be the best beginner plane. Although there are a lot of beginner planes available for you to choose from, the SuperCub stands out as the best of the group. Some people complain that the radio system that it comes with, 27mhz, is prone to interference from people running "toy" R/C equipment on the same frequency. I have had seven HobbyZone/ParkZone planes, all of which operated on the 27mhz band, and never had any problems. I guess a lot depends on where and when you plan to fly. I do all of my flying early in the morning, when the park is empty and there is no one around to cause interference problems. If you are concerned about the interference issue, you can assemble a Supercub from the spare parts bin, without Tx and Rx, for around $90. You can then add your own radio equipment.
As a beginner, you should only be flying when there is virtually no wind. As you get better, you will be able to handle winds of up to 10mph. Of all of the beginner planes on the market, the SuperCub and the Multiplex EasyStar are the two best at handling wind.
01-28-2008 | 04:38 PM
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RE: Super Cub
Oh ok thanks! If you have seven, it must be good
. It sounds excellent and I can't wait. Everyone says this hobby is an addiction 
. One more question, about how big of a field do you need? My closest is about 520X370 feet, according to Google Earth. Well two questions lol. Anything that you would recommend to buy with it?
Thanks in advance,
Andy
. It sounds excellent and I can't wait. Everyone says this hobby is an addiction . One more question, about how big of a field do you need? My closest is about 520X370 feet, according to Google Earth. Well two questions lol. Anything that you would recommend to buy with it?Thanks in advance,
Andy
01-29-2008 | 12:21 PM
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RE: Super Cub
Your field is about as small as you would want to use, but it should be OK. Hopefully, the long direction is the primary direction of wind as well, allowing you to take-off and land along the longer direction.
I would but a couple of extra props, an extra battery, a roll of clear packing tape, a package of 5 minute epoxy, a bottle of Foam Safe CA and a bottle of "Kicker" for the CA.
I would but a couple of extra props, an extra battery, a roll of clear packing tape, a package of 5 minute epoxy, a bottle of Foam Safe CA and a bottle of "Kicker" for the CA.
02-06-2008 | 01:09 PM
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RE: Super Cub
Super Cub - brillaint to learn on !!!
I f you haven't flown before you'd be well invested in even a chaep Simulator to get you used to the orientation even if nothing else. I now use Super Cub to teach friends and if they've no flying experience at all still struggle to a degree.
Great second plane and as tough as old boots is teh Multioplex MiniMag which can be flown in a similar size space.
Welcome to the addiction !!!!!!!
I f you haven't flown before you'd be well invested in even a chaep Simulator to get you used to the orientation even if nothing else. I now use Super Cub to teach friends and if they've no flying experience at all still struggle to a degree.
Great second plane and as tough as old boots is teh Multioplex MiniMag which can be flown in a similar size space.
Welcome to the addiction !!!!!!!
02-12-2008 | 09:36 AM
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RE: Super Cub
I have both the super cub and the hobbico electristar and enjoy flying them both. Both are excellent trainers. The electristar has the advantage if there is an rc club within a reasonable distance, since it can be flown with a " buddy box"
Although it is possible to teach yourself, there is no substitute for expert help . Most clubs have quallified instructors who will be more than happy to help.
Although it is possible to teach yourself, there is no substitute for expert help . Most clubs have quallified instructors who will be more than happy to help.
02-18-2008 | 11:47 PM
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RE: Super Cub
Six Keys to Success
http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18
Getting Started with a Flight Simulator
http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3893
Plane Locators
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_6545319/tm.htm
Why Join the AMA?
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_51...tm.htm#5138560
HobbyZone SuperCub
http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10351
http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18
Getting Started with a Flight Simulator
http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3893
Plane Locators
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_6545319/tm.htm
Why Join the AMA?
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_51...tm.htm#5138560
HobbyZone SuperCub
http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10351
02-19-2008 | 06:28 AM
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RE: Super Cub
I looked at the Super Cub but ended up buying the Electristar. The Electristar will be harder to master but can fly in much heavier winds (check the winds in your area and I think you will find most days are too windy for the Super Cub) and will be a good Sunday flyer and second plane after. The Super Cub can be flowen in a smaller field though. The thing that really made up my mind was flying a Super Cub on the flight sim. It was so easy to fly and so slow that I'm sure I would be looking for a new plane after a week or two of flying.
02-21-2008 | 11:12 PM
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RE: Super Cub
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Hi Andy,
Welcome to R/C flying!
The SuperCub is considered to be the best beginner plane. Although there are a lot of beginner planes available for you to choose from, the SuperCub stands out as the best of the group. Some people complain that the radio system that it comes with, 27mhz, is prone to interference from people running "toy" R/C equipment on the same frequency. I have had seven HobbyZone/ParkZone planes, all of which operated on the 27mhz band, and never had any problems. I guess a lot depends on where and when you plan to fly. I do all of my flying early in the morning, when the park is empty and there is no one around to cause interference problems. If you are concerned about the interference issue, you can assemble a Supercub from the spare parts bin, without Tx and Rx, for around $90. You can then add your own radio equipment.
As a beginner, you should only be flying when there is virtually no wind. As you get better, you will be able to handle winds of up to 10mph. Of all of the beginner planes on the market, the SuperCub and the Multiplex EasyStar are the two best at handling wind.
Hi Andy,
Welcome to R/C flying!
The SuperCub is considered to be the best beginner plane. Although there are a lot of beginner planes available for you to choose from, the SuperCub stands out as the best of the group. Some people complain that the radio system that it comes with, 27mhz, is prone to interference from people running "toy" R/C equipment on the same frequency. I have had seven HobbyZone/ParkZone planes, all of which operated on the 27mhz band, and never had any problems. I guess a lot depends on where and when you plan to fly. I do all of my flying early in the morning, when the park is empty and there is no one around to cause interference problems. If you are concerned about the interference issue, you can assemble a Supercub from the spare parts bin, without Tx and Rx, for around $90. You can then add your own radio equipment.
As a beginner, you should only be flying when there is virtually no wind. As you get better, you will be able to handle winds of up to 10mph. Of all of the beginner planes on the market, the SuperCub and the Multiplex EasyStar are the two best at handling wind.
02-23-2008 | 09:04 PM
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RE: Super Cub
I flew the Super Cub here in Fresno today after it rained and 3 mph winds. There were birds around, so I figured i'd chase them. I overshot them and they started following me. It was fun, kind of like a dogfight. It was east and the Super Cub was really, really easy to fly. I turn the Anti Crash Technology off and it did crazy aerobatics. It was AMAZING. I've had this plane for a few months with only a couple crashes and bad landings. The thing still flies without the single thought of returning it ever.
02-24-2008 | 03:10 AM
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RE: Super Cub
CombatMonkey, Where do you fly in fresno? Me and a bunch of guys fly at the willow / international education complex on saturday and sunday mornings. We were out till about 10am or so till the wind destroyed one of the guys cessna 182. we all called it a day at that point.
Jason
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05-04-2008 | 04:43 PM
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RE: Super Cub
It isn't real fast, but a beginner will think it is fast enough. I find it a very relaxing airplane to fly, doesn't get you into trouble very fast once you get some experience. If it is high enough all you need to do is let go of the sticks and it usually levels itself out, even without the ACT. (Don't use ACT, it causes more trouble than it fixes.)
BTW - the CENTURION RTF ELECTRIC G/S is a micro plane for indoor flying, about a one foot wingspan.
BTW - the CENTURION RTF ELECTRIC G/S is a micro plane for indoor flying, about a one foot wingspan.
