RE: 150 meter rule.
I would say that probably a majority of your local pilots in FAI and Masters are flying beyond 175. If anyone got a chance to watch CPLR and Onda fly at the World's in Muncie this past summer, CPLR was about 150-160 meters and Onda was 140-150 meters. That being said, most noted how close and tight both of these guys flew compared to what we're used to. It's easy to check people at the Muncie site because you can line yourself up at the poles on the roads between the sites and watch whoever is flying, so I'm fairly certain my numbers are reasonably accurate. It takes 300-350 meters before the airplane is really looking small (think about the back side of rolling circles in FAI) if you have decent vision.
Posted on: 9/12/2012 5:02 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: F3A Results - SPOILER
Jim, You are looking at specific details and missing the big picture. The increased drag is what keeps the downlines slow, yes, so we can maintain constant speed while keeping the airplane in close and slow. This trend towards more drag has been popular for many years now... it's one of the reasons cited for fixed landing gear. What Bryan is saying is that instead of adding things to the airplane that create parasitic drag to achieve the total drag we need for slow downlines, instead lets use induced drag so that we are killing two birds with one stone. Parasitic drag helps in one area: downlines. Because it is specifically added for this one area and attitude of flight, it is inefficient in its purpose. Engineering is all about simplicity. How can we make the least amount of factors do the most amount of work for us? By creating more lift we are solving the problem of airplane stability at low airspeeds (also solving many other problems, but that's outside the scope here) but also creating the total drag (more of which is induced) needed for our constant speed downlines. Now that we have the drag we need as a factor of the lift we have created we can get rid of all that stuff hanging off the airplane (bye bye fixed gear!). Now, as for the props, these are actually what we've been using to create this parasitic drag. Relying on the prop for our drag significantly reduces the options we have for propellers... questions like: how hard is it for the motor to turn this propeller? how hard is it to make sound with this prop? how hard much does this prop weigh? all become increasingly insignificant in the face of "how slow are my downlines with this propeller?" OK, so, why not just run electric, set the ESC to brake a certain amount, and be done with it? This is where the "low end torque" I talked about comes into play. Perhaps, technically, an electric has low end torque, but we do not always have the advantages of extensive research and scientifically proven numbers, graphs, etc. in our hobby because we are a small blip in the world. The lack opportunity for real money in our sport means most of our information is empirical in nature so in explaining certain views or concepts assumptions can be made based on observation that may not be technically accurate. In any case, what I mean to say is that to fly slow with a 2-blade propeller electric you essentially have one choice: a 22x12. Why? because with a 20x14, or 20x15 (I'm sure there are other sizes out there, I'm just remembering props I used to run when I flew electric) there is no resolution on the bottom half of the stick. Perhaps this is actually because of the high pitch of the propeller and not the motor itself, I'm not entirely sure, but I know it's real because I've experienced it. On the other hand, with my YS powered Euphoria (which is actually a very slippery airframe), I can run a 19.5x11.5 and still have the resolution and authority at the bottom portion of the stick to fly slow but the sheer power and speed to fly into a strong headwind. With an electric, I can't have both of those. The 20x15 gives me the speed I need but not the slow flight. The 22x12 gives me the slow flight, but not the speed (and also destroys my batteries). The contra seems to be better in this regard but by it's nature it limits our airframe flexiblity. We need big batteries to get through a big unknown with a contra, but when we're running a big battery and a heavy contra unit now we don't have any options but to fly a small, light airframe. YS is the best of all of these worlds. However, they take extra effort to operate and compete with and that trumps everything else for some. Electrics are popular for one reason [i]far[/i] and above the rest: convenience. Convenience, for someone who strives for perfection, is a very trivial thing. P.S. In response to Tony's post, because he replied as I was writing my response above: Andrew and Jason outflew me, no question. Let's consider something else, though. I arrived at the Nats with 15 flights on the Alferma. Also, my first season as a pattern pilot (in intermediate) was 2005. That's the same year Jason was in France for the World Championships and just 2 years before Andrew made his first team. I also don't fly in any other competitions aside from pattern. I don't believe I would have been 3rd with 15 flights on Andrew's or Jason's airplane.
Posted on: 8/5/2012 4:29 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: F3A Results - SPOILER
[quote]ORIGINAL: serious power Hi Brett, You may be giving the judges credit based on your own belief system. I would advise you to be careful with that. In truth they do their job at a fairly basic level ,for the most part. To win you need a very very high level of technical perfection and add to that a 'style factor'. If you get the style factor right the judges may be a little more tolerant of technical errors. I must emphasise the 'little' in a little more tolerant. Both are absolutely required to win The YS on glow is a pleasant sound ,no more than that (I loved it myself), the CDI is just like any other Honda 50. It is just another single cylinder 4 stroke engine. The geared inrunners do have a high pitched 'whine'. However the Neu has as much low end torque as any YS and it wont bog down if you get it a little too low down so there is never any lag. Electrics self govern to some extent. Brenner's contra when powered by the Neu takes low end torque to a whole new level. This aspect is what really strikes people when they see it for the first time. As for the reduced work-load aspect. With the contra , 'spiral slip stream' aside, P-factor is gone as is almost all the precession and 90% of the motor torque that would normally go into the airframe. Again 'perception is reality'. Brian PS; So far Mayr has used the electric only at the EC's, that's after using the YS at multiple World cup events, for the slower speed capability apparently. [/quote] Anyone who has taken a few minutes to analyze a few tear sheets at the worlds can tell you that judging isn't always as straight forward as we want it to be. When you want to be the best, you have to make an impression. Obviously, technical accuracy trumps all, but past that impression makes a difference. I cannot speak for the low end torque of a Neu, only the fact that every single one I've seen fly has flown significantly farther out and faster than me. As for the contra... there was one guy running it in the finals at the US Nats, it's country of origin, and now he's switching to glow. Chip's Visa was heavier than our YS powered Alferma. If you looked at the two airplanes side by side you may find that pretty hard to believe (but it's true). The contra seems to be fixing a problem that doesn't really exist and creating 5 more. Again, no personal experience, just observation.
Posted on: 8/4/2012 8:24 AM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: F3A Results - SPOILER
I don't believe the new unknowns are going to make people switch to electric, specifically. Tony is right. The difference between Andrew and everyone else in the unknowns was astounding. After the first unknown I turned to Bryan and said, "well, there's no way I can beat that". He had no issue with power, no issue with getting through the unknown, and certainly didn't seem to ever be in any sort of predicament because of his choice of equipment. I don't fly YS because I wouldn't be able to get through the pattern otherwise. Both options are [i]viable[/i], and both options [i]can[/i] win, but flying YS gives me the best chance of winning. There are a number of factors at play. Let's start with presentation. First and foremost: the sound. The sound of a YS is the sort of thing that gets overlooked by most and undervalued by the rest. I don't believe I have [i]ever[/i] run into someone that has told me they prefer to listen to the high pitched squeal of an electric over the low rumbling tune that a YS produces. "But," you say, "judges are impartial to the power plant and the airplane". Yeah, right. Like I said, no has [i]ever[/i] told me they don't enjoy the sound of a YS. There's nothing impartial about that. Second, the flexibility. The YS has more flexibility with presentation for two reasons: prop choice and low end torque. The two most successful pilots with the slowest presentation at the worlds (also, the two who placed 1st and 2nd!) were flying glow! Indeed, Gerhard Mayr did fly slower than both, however as we all know he's now experimenting with a slimer. Flying slow is not a fad, we are simply at the early stages of figuring out how to fly slow with authority, that is the key. Slow and close is more impressive, more impressive means more points (wait, I thought we avoided "impression judging"?). The YS motor gives me the ability to fly slow because I can prop the airplane for airspeed when I need it (into a strong headwind) but maintain throttle resolution and authority in low airspeed situations (because of the low end torque). That flexibility with speed also means Bryan and I can have more flexibility with the airframe. A YS setup is lighter than your equivalent electric setup as well, so we can use that weight in the airframe to make it better. On top of all that, when I'm practicing I can easily make it through 2 full sequences in a single flight which is a fantastic advantage when that horizontal eight with 4 rolls in each loop is kicking your butt. I think most people can personally attest to the fact that there is no bigger productivity killer than an interruption. I can't think of a much bigger interruption than having to land. It's true that electrics are [i]easier[/i] and more [i]convenient[/i]. It's true that at times, I miss out on a day of practice because I'm trouble shooting a bad module or a broken valve spring (that was a new one this year!). Sometimes the "Allure" [;)] of electric is pretty strong; but, it never lasts long. I get that YS going again, start practicing those horizontal eights (and there's a lot more of that left, trust me), and it's like nothing else in the world exists. It's me against myself, with a soundtrack playing better than any Mozart or Beethoven I've ever heard. After all, I don't fly pattern because it's [i]easy[/i] or [i]convenient[/i]. I fly pattern because I love to. I assume that CPLR and Onda probably feel pretty similar. I suppose most pattern pilots don't have that sort of passion, and that's OK. However, for me, there's no choice about it. YS, for now, is the only way to go.
Posted on: 8/4/2012 12:31 AM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: TALON EXTREME by Randy Hicks Designs
Sweet! Can't wait to see it in person (and maybe wiggle the sticks? [:)])
Posted on: 6/20/2012 1:58 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Houston, TX Pattern Contest May 5th-6th
I should make it there by Friday evening
Posted on: 5/2/2012 4:43 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: New Berlin Texas Smokin Hole Challenge May 19,20
I've had the pleasure of practicing out here for the last few months. Chuck and Mark have been putting a lot of work into the field and it is really nice, a perfect place to fly. Can't wait for the event!
Posted on: 4/25/2012 10:24 AM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: New Biplane by Bryan Hebert - Alferma
Whoops! Think the judges caught it? :P
Posted on: 1/31/2012 5:17 AM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Pattern Rules Proposals
[quote]ORIGINAL: J Lachowski What we will get with eliminating the weight rule is noisy IMAC type planes because people know that CD's have not been enforcing the noise rule at local contests. This will force CD's into doing sound tests to prevent things from getting out of hand. Maybe we outta get rid of the noise rule why we are at it[;)] Next will be the size limit. Heck let anything go. I bet pattern will not grow much because it just ain't got that wow factor. Guess what, as you can guess I am still a pattern purist. I've followed the rules since the late 80's, why can't everyone else. Eliminating the weight rule is just another example of the indoctrination that kids get today in competition that everyone is a winner. Yeah right. Ain't the 4 ozs extra that was added enough? [/quote] +1
Posted on: 1/13/2012 6:09 AM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: CD Appreciation
Earl, I knew it was all a ruse. You're just a big ol' softy [;)] You're also right. A big thanks goes out from me to everyone that makes it possible to have these contests all around the country.
Posted on: 10/26/2011 1:33 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Cajun Nats 2011 Oct, 22nd & 23rd. Crowley, Louisiana
Thanks to everyone involved great weekend
Posted on: 10/24/2011 8:11 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: North Dallas 2011'
So who's planning on attending? I'll be there Saturday morning.
Posted on: 10/4/2011 6:07 AM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Cajun Nats 2011 Oct, 22nd & 23rd. Crowley, Louisiana
Can't wait! :)
Posted on: 9/22/2011 3:53 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: S9070SB Servos
I don't know about the other two but Onda was using a BLS151 on rudder and elevator.
Posted on: 9/14/2011 5:01 AM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Pattern weight rule - why?
[quote]ORIGINAL: EHFAI Tim Actually FAI - F3A is AMA class 406. Granted, subject to F3A rules as defined by the CIAM F3A Subcommittee. We have representation on that committee. In fact, many of the ''new'' things in pattern were conceived by our rep who was chairman of the committee for years. I don't believe that we (AMA classes) have been dictated to by FAI other than by our failure to participate. That's our fault. We've active representation now (Derek Koopowitz) and I assure you that any input to him will receive consideration. The NSRCA has taken an active role (rightly so) in ensuring we have active representation, communication, and participation in both AMA & F3A. Pattern as a whole is much better served by being a part of the global community. That being said, the AMA classes serve well to provide skill development with reasonable opportunities for advancement and competition for the casual competitor. Not everyone has the skill or desire to compete at the top level. For sure, F3A takes more work and costs more than many wish to dedicate to the sport and that's fine, hence AMA Masters being our ''destination class''. But F3A is the globally recognized epitome of pattern, so it really doesn't serve the sport, or individuals, well for AMA to adopt contrary rules. Certainly there's room in the AMA rules to allow variations in weight, noise, etc. so as to minimize cost and make competition available to as many as possible. We have a Pattern Contest Board that works hard to achieve this. OTOH, it's reasonable that the basis of the AMA rules and practices coincide (and they really do for the most part) with those of F3A.   [/quote] +1 Change the rules in the lower classes to reduce cost and enhance accessibility, but judge the maneuvers the same. Tim, you didn't present anything to support your argument but just simply stated that the FAI shouldn't dictate what we do. As Earl explained, we have representation on the F3A subcommittee. Why does the US have to be so stubborn? What makes the F3A rules so detestable that we can't adopt them and prepare our up-and-comers for the challenges of F3A? This would also help bolster our footprint in the global community. Lately several of the South American countries have come together to form the biennial Pan American Championships, a contest similar to the European Championship. Imagine having the opportunity to hold that contest in the United States. Don't we want that global participation? Don't we want to attract more young people to the sport? Matt mentioned that we need to make pattern less dull. Participation in global events and the opportunity to travel to South America, Europe, Africa, etc. sounds pretty exciting to me! In fact, it was exciting! I've done it! Wouldn't young talent be more inclined to get their feet wet in pattern if they knew it may come with the opportunity to travel to another country for a week? Someone please explain to me why F3A is dull, and why we just HAVE to adapt our own set of rules that are so much "better".
Posted on: 8/26/2011 3:25 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Pattern weight rule - why?
Tim, That discussion is a slightly different one. I've never understood why we've deviated from the F3A rule book at all. If I had it my way, the AMA rule book would be exactly the same as F3A's with a few exceptions for the lower classes (like weight). Our goal as a pattern community should be to nurture the growth of talent. Why are we, in one breath, up in arms about not sending a junior member to the world championship and in another complaining about some similarities with the F3A rule book? Guess what, if we had chosen a junior member for the world championship and there was no weight limit in AMA, that pilot probably wouldn't have had something to fly! Know what seems silly to me? Not following the all same rules the pilots that design our airplanes do! Respectfully,
Posted on: 8/26/2011 11:00 AM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Pattern weight rule - why?
I manned the courtesy scales the day before the nats started and can say with certainty that there were several people in intermediate and advanced that took advantage of the 115g allowance. I think that rule is great for the lower classes. It promotes lower entry costs to the sport because a lot of those guys get their airplanes from masters and FAI pilots that have some worn out airframes. They can also use some of the cheaper/heavier alternatives for airframes and power plants. That being said, eliminating the weight rule would be unwise in my opinion. The best and the brightest will always figure out how to take advantage of any relaxation of restrictions. Whatever they come up with will soon become "must have" for everybody and it won't be cheap, I promise. General size of the airplanes will grow. Right now were flying models at 4.7-5.05 kilos and with 74-76" wingspans. Get rid of the weight rule and we can increase the wing span, slap on a YS 200 CDI or use 50c 6000mAh batteries, and increase wing span/area to achieve the same wing loading with a bigger airframe (I'm sure we've all heard the term "bigger flies better"). Oh, and since the airplane is a bit heavier we better increase that side area on the fuse, or slap another wing on and really go to town. Before you know it, everyone at the top is flying 6kg biplanes with bigger, more powerful, more expensive power plants and we've all figured out that a moveable canard on the front and back of the fuse helps land our snaps better and gives us better control in crosswind conditions. Do you want to guess what that airplane would cost from Oxai? Christophe doesn't care, he got his for free! (nothing against that of course, just making a point) You think $5,000 is a lot of money for an airframe? Chump change. Im not against taking a second look at the rule and maybe implementing it in a slightly different way to take electric power plants into consideration, but those of you who just want to throw it out the window because you can't make weight are barking up the wrong tree. It seems like this gets discussed once a week on this forum. Somebody needs to sticky one of these threads.
Posted on: 8/26/2011 7:59 AM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: The AMA field in Muncie
Alejandro, I think it's worth mentioning that for FAI we only fly two lines for the first two days (preliminaries). Once the Semi's start it's one plane at a time.
Posted on: 6/22/2011 1:02 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Well, It Had To Happen-
[quote]ORIGINAL: Freddy I am still a glow die hard and love my YS, headaches and all at times! Flew my 160DZ today purring and pulling like a monster at 8300 RPM APC 18.1x10W on YS 20/20. Yes Jim Woodward this is the same one you sold me years ago. I also still fly on 72 mHz now that you all moved on to 2.4 GHz it is like a VIP 72 mHz club. I am with Jim Woodward and David Bathe that we should still support the glow effort as well. I like the beautiful smoke trail and noise queue I get as feedback to what my airplane is doing (speed, etc.). Besides as my brother in law said who is a captain flying in Brazil when I took him to the RC field....yours (mine) is the one that mostly looks like a real airplane in the sky. This may sound unamerican but now you guys are pushing me to root for CPLR.....Viva YS/OS! I am not against electric but let the glow live on as well. MTK I need your official support! [/quote] Hey, there's still one American makin noise! [:D]
Posted on: 5/15/2011 8:21 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Should weight and 2Meter rule be modified in F3A?
no
Posted on: 5/5/2011 7:36 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: 2011 Houston, TX Spring Pattern Classic 4/30-5/1
Great contest. Had a great time. hats off to the club for a well organized event.
Posted on: 5/1/2011 7:18 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Colombian Team for FAI F3A WC in Muncie, IN - USA 2011
Had a great time with everyone in Medellin. Congrats to the new Colombian world team and we'll see you in Muncie! [:D]
Posted on: 3/11/2011 6:45 AM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: F11 and Unknowns in D6
Yeeeeaaaaah buddy bring on those unknowns! :) I think the issue for most people is that they'll never have to fly unknowns at the NATS so why at a local contest? But I'm with you Rick, let's mix it up a bit hehe
Posted on: 1/23/2011 8:46 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: De Ja Vu
What, you guys need the ailerons plugged in to fly the airplane? [:D]
Posted on: 1/12/2011 1:05 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
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RE: YS 170 DZ CDI
Bryan and I have come to the conclusion that most pump and bearing issues people are having (and we experienced ourselves) are really the result of failing plugs and/or modules. Every time something in the ignition system has problems, whether it be the module, the plug, the pickup wire, etc. the motor will always act rich or just not run at all. The problems with failing pumps and bearings happen when a plug starts to go bad or a module starts acting funny or what have you. The motor suddenly and inexplicably starts to act rich and because it's a gradual thing it's very easy to attribute this to small changes in the weather or the engine "breaking in" or whatever. The truth is neither of these things require as much adjustment or headache as a bad plug! If you don't know something is wrong with the ignition system it can be a VERY frustrating experience that ends up with ruined pumps and bearings because the engine runs HOT and lean. I think it's possible to run the lower oil content fuels as some have reportedly done for long periods of time, but if you are not on top of the motor at all times the lack of oil + lean running will ruin a pump in a heartbeat. It's happened to Bryan and I several times until we finally started catching on. The good news is if you know this it's much easier to recognize and remedy before the pump really gets ruined. I do use CoolPower 30% Heli LS (~20% oil or something honestly not exactly sure) to give myself a little room for error though. Knock on wood haven't had any pump issues, and I don't think Bryan has either, since the worlds. So, long story short, if your 170 CDI starts acting rich, burbling in the mid range, idling unreliably, or running hot (we just use our hands on the tru-turn after the flight as a gauge) then don't touch the adjustments! Reach for the plug wrench and change the plug! If you see carbon build up in the plug there's a good chance it's bad. Scrubbing it away doesn't fix that problem either so toss it in the trash once you confirm it was the problem. I understand the plugs are expensive but I guarantee you it's less time, money, and worry then a ruined pump or bearings. These are top of the line, competition motors and deserve respect and attention. If you're looking for the ease and convenience of electric you're not going to find it with YS, but the added length of my practice flights, presence in competition, and just flat out love I have with my YS's trumps everything else. We are few and far between these days but nitro is still flowing through some veins out there :) -Brett Team YS Performance, and proud of it
Posted on: 1/3/2011 7:08 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Columbia 2010 WOW
A little about the facilities... you may have noticed the pictures of the DELICIOUS empanadas, hamburger, and fries I posted. Well... there´s a bar/restaurant/club house right where the field is where you can go up and order anything you want. The best part... when it´s ready they have waiters that bring everything to you when it´s ready.... tie, vest, and all. We are really treated like royalty here it is amazing. The hotel is a 10 minutes walk, 2 minute tractor ride away so we never have to worry about anything. We even leave our airplane in the club house overnight... really a dream of a place to fly. Also, everything is CHEAP :) Even the (mom look away) cerveza! $1 per beer is hard to beat. The weather is absolutely perfect year round apparently. It´s been great so far, like the perfect 2 weeks between summer and fall we get in Texas. Enjoy the pictures... time to grab some dinner from the restaurant hotel
Posted on: 11/4/2010 8:46 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Columbia 2010 WOW
This place has been amazing since I´ve been here. Since the moment I arrived at the Columbian airport they have taken care of me better than I could have imagined. People carrying my luggage, checking me in, bringing me my food... it´s been amazing so far and I´ve only been here for two days. Really can´t say enough about what a great time I and everyone else are having, I wish they had this event every week. Posting some pictures, which really don´t do this place justice, but maybe it will entice you enough to come next time :). Rooming with Chip, Bryan, and a new friend Javier has been a hoot as well. Just having a fantastic time and being taken care of like I never could have imagined.
Posted on: 11/4/2010 8:39 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Columbia 2010 WOW
Shoulda scheduled my flight for earlier! ><
Posted on: 11/1/2010 11:42 AM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Insight RC - Insight F3A
Great airplane, especially for newcomers. It's extremely docile. You'll love it.
Posted on: 10/15/2010 5:15 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: New Masters Short. Proposed.
I'm not in masters, but I like it. Looks difficult enough IMO
Posted on: 9/27/2010 9:19 PM by Author "bwick" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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