RE: Extreme flight Edge 540T or the H9 Twist?
Definitely ef edge. [image]http://www.3drc.info/3drcdb/files/le_2_276.jpg[/image]
Posted on: 5/2/2006 7:38 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: Alright guys. First freestyle comp soon... HELP!
All i can say is ditto. Don't just go out and bang the sticks away. Carefully plan and rehearse what to do. It takes a while to figure out but you will realise its not just one manuver that you need to nail, its the whole flight as a whole. It has to be perfectly presented with a reasonnable proportion of precision 3D and pattern, with all manuvers exiting at same height and centre manuvers
Posted on: 3/1/2006 3:32 PM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: the most amazing video ever!
How out of control can you get? I bet he couldnt do a slow roll if he tried!
Posted on: 3/1/2006 3:21 PM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: 100cc engines, overall best in its class for aerobatics?
What about the new ZDZ 80rvj? Its nearly 800 grams lighter than the DA 100 and has more power. Any thoughts on this? Luke
Posted on: 1/19/2006 2:03 PM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Which YS 160 engine mount?
I also have that mount on the 160. Its a great and very light mount. you wont find anything better in my opinion( or more expensive!)
Posted on: 11/29/2005 8:09 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Capiche 140
Check out the mavrikk start that probuild do. Luke
Posted on: 11/17/2005 6:12 PM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: SNEAK PEAK: New 75-80cc YAK!!!!!!
I'll reserve my judgement until i see the video, but what is going on with those ailerons?!!!!
Posted on: 10/23/2005 4:13 PM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: The New Improved Adrenalin!!
Take a look at the stuff from hatori. www.probuild-uk.co.uk You shouldnt get any more power out of a fourstroke using a pipe. But it will sound a lot better.
Posted on: 10/22/2005 7:23 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: Saito 220 or YS 160 DZ
i think you are thinking along the right lines. having a160dz in that 78 inch edge will be like having a ferrari v12 in a ford escort!![;)]
Posted on: 10/16/2005 12:30 PM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: Saito 220 or YS 160 DZ
on much cheaper petrol. Luke
Posted on: 10/15/2005 5:52 PM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: British Freestyle Champ's 2005- RCM&E
I think thats a very good point. i wasnt bothered having one music round dropped - because i hadnt practised one flight in six months - just decided to do it on the day. Including the fixed music you could have 4 music flights , but have only three where you get the larger points bonus for music co-ordination. that would cut down a bit of practise.
Posted on: 10/6/2005 5:42 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: British Freestyle Champ's 2005- RCM&E
What do you guys think of this format?? 2 day comp: Day 1: 1 FIXED schedule 1 round of set music. 1 round of freestyle without music. Day 2: 3 rounds of your own choice of music. (the spectators day!!!) Other thoughts - Points from all flights count. If a pilot screws up one flight or is not good at one particular thing he has another five to recover the score he really deserves. Having the flying order for each set of flights determined by the positions of the pilots.. The main disadvantage is having the time to practise a fixed schedule,a set music, and three music flights. But it would be fun[:D]
Posted on: 10/5/2005 9:28 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: British Freestyle Champ's 2005- RCM&E
I think the main thing is to actually HAVE a site for the comp, considering the trouble had getting it for the 2005 event. Of course a loaction and durattion allowing as many pilots as possible to attend would be in the best interest. lets see what these pattern boys can do.[;)] The music bonus points are great. Music is the way to go IMO. watching flights to music had such a bigger impact than those without, and is great to watch. And music is great fun to fly to (you should try it thomas) Some official coverage and publicity before and after the comp would be good, not just reliant on RCME. Who wants to go to a comp that no-one has really heard of?
Posted on: 10/3/2005 3:21 PM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: British Freestyle Champ's 2005- RCM&E
Some videos up now 2nd place nathan farrel jone's highest scoring flight. www.3drc.info/2005/nathanfjyak.wmv His mad giles flight! www.3drc.info/2005/nathanfjgiles.wmv And my highest scoring flight (just) www.3drc.info/2005/lukecapiche.wmv
Posted on: 10/3/2005 12:09 PM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: The New Improved Adrenalin!!
Yep lets have a vid!!!
Posted on: 9/16/2005 6:12 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: British Freestyle Champ's 2005- RCM&E
Okay with dokeys permission i am posting his photos from the event. The pictures are mostly of my capiche, Nathans/ians yak, and Mike's capiche. There is one in there of duncan osbourne doing some fantastic heli flying in a demo slot.
Posted on: 9/15/2005 3:49 PM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: The New Improved Adrenalin!!
Good replyali Sometimes prices for customers don't seem fair. Just deal with it. To me quality and flying characteristics are far more important than the cheapest price when choosing a model. my advice to you nick is to get an adrenaline and come back and give us a realistic flying report. If lowest cost is your concern why not go for a similar , cheaper model that has had a lot less work put into its development and design (or just move to america!) I would rather stay here and take advantage of a plane which is still good value.
Posted on: 9/14/2005 1:13 PM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: I need some 3D music!
Basically listen to what other people fly to. You will be suprised what you can fly to- just listen to the radio with an open mind. Over the next week there will be some videos coming out from the UK freestyle champs. They will be well worth a look if you are scratching for ideas. Luke
Posted on: 9/12/2005 11:00 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: The New Improved Adrenalin!!
Looking very nice indeed boy! Looking forward to seeing pics of the 140. PS Chill out Ian. Lets keep this on topic.
Posted on: 9/12/2005 10:57 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: British Freestyle Champ's 2005- RCM&E
All this talk and no show angus!!!!
Posted on: 9/12/2005 10:49 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: British Freestyle Champ's 2005- RCM&E
Great pics dokey really impressed. Any chance of as ian says having a gallery setup so we can share those awesome shots? If you want i can do it. Luke
Posted on: 9/11/2005 3:06 PM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: British Freestyle Champ's 2005- RCM&E
Luke Shaw Capiche 140 DBI. Used in all rounds. Ys 160 , APC 19x8W 30% youngblood wildcat Hyde ari mount JR servos all round Standard FF9
Posted on: 9/10/2005 7:18 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: Hovering Help !!
The flying cirkus guide to hovering video is very good. apart from that its just take a look at an expeienced flyer's setup, and copy it. Then practise practise practise and then practise some more![;)] You will learn to hover and TR much much faster if you get a sim such as aerofly pro deluxe - you will not beleive how much it will improve your flying if you put in 10 mins a day.
Posted on: 9/2/2005 11:16 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: British Freestyle Champ's 2005- RCM&E
A south easterly wind is forecast. which way does that mean we will be flying? Right to left or left to right? Cheers Many thanks Luke
Posted on: 9/2/2005 4:29 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: Sponsoring
Sponsorship isnt the be all and end all. It depends on what deal you get but especially at first you may find that although you get a free plane from someone you have to spend at least as much money fitting it out yourself with engine and servos. Plus you may have to do this many times before you finally get offered the killer plane that you really want. You may have to give a lot of feedback, and provide online support e.t.c when you could be practising on the simulator instead! So its not all its hyped up to be. When it comes down to it its all about having fun and improving your flying- thats my goal anyway. If you are doing this, then chances are you will at one point be in the right place at the right time.
Posted on: 8/24/2005 8:22 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: Almost a crash - Full Scale
maybe it hit a UFO[;)] i should start selling the sun my ideas!
Posted on: 8/23/2005 9:27 PM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "Crash & Rebuild"
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RE: Almost a crash - Full Scale
Dont beleive anything you read in the sun. its all rubbish hyped up to entertain the lower classes of this country.[;)]
Posted on: 8/23/2005 7:46 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "Crash & Rebuild"
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RE: a real 3D
EF 68 inch yak or YT international storm
Posted on: 8/23/2005 7:37 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: Modeltech Twister ??
It depends what you want to do with it. It should be ok for pattern with that engine but not 3d. For pattern/freestyle/3D (what the plane is designed for) you want a low revving engine with a lot of torque turning a big prop with fairly fine pitch. Hence the saito 82 and YS 63 being the most suitable.
Posted on: 8/23/2005 6:59 AM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Capiche 140
It was really gutting to see it go in after flying so well. It was amazing that the spar survived. It must be incredibly well made. Good choice by IH going PBG and staying away from carbon copy rubbish! Seems to be luck that i chose pete tindal servo arms - they are thin, strong but flex, which is probably the reason why my elevator linkage is still going strong(in conjunction with a different servo position)! I thoughroughly recommend them now - i had a harrier landing flip accident where i hit the rudder on the deck - the plastic teeth on the servo arm gave way saving a 70 quid servo and leaving my rudder undamaged.
Posted on: 8/21/2005 5:13 PM by Author "Luke 3D returns" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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