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Forum: RC Sailboats

12-05-2003, 07:54 AM

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Sailboat steering

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Posted By Bill McW

RE: Sailboat steering

The Laser is sold only through a few sources and it's price remains the same. < http://sailrclaser.com >.
The running gear for a sailboat is similar to a rc car but you don't need a speed...

Forum: RC Sailboats

12-04-2003, 11:52 PM

Replies: 21

Sailboat steering

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Posted By Bill McW

RE: Sailboat steering

Dragon.

I'm not personally too keen on "Ready-to-Sail" stuff because it really never is.
You'll become addicted to rc sailing as soon as you take the boat out of the box because you can make...

Forum: RC Sailboats

12-04-2003, 12:58 AM

Replies: 21

Sailboat steering

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Posted By Bill McW

RE: Sailboat steering

R/C Dragon.

If I were you I would opt to build a Kyosho Fairwind or Seawind, or even spring for the Laser.
These boats run $350 and $450 respectively, but you will "bond" with the boat during...

Forum: RC Sailboats

12-03-2003, 11:26 PM

Replies: 21

Sailboat steering

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Posted By Bill McW

RE: Sailboat steering

Rob.

Do you have a Laser?
I just got mine and REALLY like it.
The drum servo is new to me. It is way slower than sail arms and takes some getting used to. And, you are right. It seems to eat...

Forum: RC Sailboats

12-03-2003, 08:33 AM

Replies: 21

Sailboat steering

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Posted By Bill McW

RE: Sailboat steering

Tower Hobbies is now selling the Nirvana without electronics. The empty boat runs about $100 less than the kit boat.
If you go for the Nirvana, buy the shell then add quality stuff like Hitec or...

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