RE: Good dogfighting plane
My stryker is much harder to fly and forces you to divert all your attention to flying. I'm just looking for a little plane that can whip around hard. I'm using the philosophy that it's funnier to fly a slow plane fast than a fast plane slow.
Posted on: 7/29/2008 7:00 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7785975

RE: Good dogfighting plane
I already have a Stryker (F-27b). I'm looking for a plane that doesn't require too much attention to fly, just something to toss around hard. Only between those three planes.
Posted on: 7/29/2008 3:41 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7785180

making my jato better onroad
i only use my jato on-road and what can i do to make it handle the road better.
Posted on: 7/29/2008 3:30 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7785141

Good dogfighting plane
I'm looking for a good dogfighting plane, not a trainer. Which one out of these three hobbyzone/parkzone planes has the best speed, maneuverability etc. ? Aerobird 3 Super Cub or J-3 ?
Posted on: 7/29/2008 3:18 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7785087

S-Maxx or Nitro Sport
Which Traxxas has better overall value, performance, durability Etc... The S-Maxx or the Nitro Sport? I will be running it on gravel roads and dirt fields as well as asphalt.
Posted on: 7/13/2008 11:23 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7727883

What to get... What to get
I right I have already ventured into R/C electric flight and I am now looking into R/C cars. I have a field to drive in so I want something that can get around on the asphalt and dirt as well. It would be good if the car could do around 35-40 mph. Any recomendations?
Posted on: 7/13/2008 7:09 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7726936

RE: High Altitute Flying
about 30 minutes south of denver. the town is highlands ranch.
Posted on: 12/2/2006 8:30 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5067506

RE: High Altitute Flying
well im only in colorado for a week, I really live in California at about sea level. What is a good way to overcome the altitude? More throttle?
Posted on: 12/2/2006 11:49 AM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5065971

High Altitute Flying
I plan on getting a Stryker B over Christmas break and will be flying it in Colorado where the elevation is around 5,280 ft. Will the altitude have a significant affect on the performance of the plane? Also will cold temperatures affect it?
Posted on: 11/30/2006 6:18 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5059271

Stryker Too Big of a Jump?
Its almost Christmas time and that means it's time for a plane upgrade. I have become extremely good with my Aerobird Challenger, having done touch and go's, loops, stalls, death rolls, even a few barrel rolls. Would it be too drastic to go to a F-27B Stryker ? I understand that it will be much different and harder, but is it unsurmountable? Also can the Stryker climb vertically and not stall? (meaning it has enough power to overcome the weight of the plane) Thanks
Posted on: 11/29/2006 2:01 AM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5052518

RE: Sorry more Aerobird Challenger or Firebird Freedom Questions
The Aerobird performs beautifully in pro mode. I've gotten it to do loops stalls, death dives, even a few "barrel rolls". The Freedom, having a bigger engine, has a bit better climbing power and speed. The Aerobird is very maneuverable though. As far as durability goes, the Aerobird wins hands down.
Posted on: 11/1/2006 9:00 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Electric Training"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4944072

RE: Aerobird Challenger or Firebird Freedom?
I went through this same dilemma and chose the Challenger. Its been through a few crashes and is still in great condition. The Freedom is a bit too fast for a beginner. It will probably get phased out when the Aerobird Swift comes along.
Posted on: 11/1/2006 8:56 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Electric Training"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4944046

Official SCM Thread
A thread to post dog fighting stories with the Hobbyzone Sonic Combat Module. I am sure there are some good ones out there. Post some links to any movies also.
Posted on: 8/22/2006 9:38 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4657001

Official Aerobird Swift Thread
This is the official thread for the new Aerobird Swift which was just announced and comes out in November. It is a 3-channel aileron trainer. It is a good plane to fill in the gap between the ABC/Freedom and the P-51/Stryker. Looks to be a cool plane. Check it out at www.hobbyzone.com
Posted on: 8/14/2006 5:12 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4622437

RE: Sonic Combat Module Questions
yeah Bobsta92 is my cousin and monmankey91 is my friend (bobstas boyfriend in law). He was antcy to get in his first post. Annnyways SCM are very fun. We should start an official thread about them and share our stories.
Posted on: 8/14/2006 3:39 AM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4620196

RE: Sonic Combat Module Questions
Jeez you guys are rough. We have a 30 foot no shoot policy (dont shoot when less that 30 feet up), no shooting during landing or takeoffs. I fought my friend and he was mad because I kept flying into the sun. I thought it was a good tactic especially with an ABC b/c it's orange. When we were tied at 2 hits each i get him when he was low on power (he never said truce). I think managing the throttle is a smart thing to do, just wait you opponent out and attack when he is weak. After all, there is no mercy in war. One more thing, do you think an ABC vs. an ABX is a fair fight? The ABX pilot has about a year of experience over the ABC pilot.
Posted on: 8/9/2006 1:52 AM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4600642

RE: Aerobird Challenger Barrel Rolls
Never mind, they can be done. I tried a few more times and managed to pull it off (three times).
Posted on: 8/9/2006 1:41 AM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Electric Training"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4600618

RE: Sonic Combat Module Questions
Yeah hobbyzone must have changed it. I've only forced someone to land once when they were low to the ground. He ended up breaking his foam nose off! (ABX) [:D]
Posted on: 8/7/2006 7:37 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4594800

Sonic Combat Module Questions
The sonic combat module is very fun. My friend and I throughly enjoy dogfighting. But I had a question. In the manual, it says that when your plane is hit, it will lose power and emit a loud sound for 10 seconds. I was testing my friend mines and it only cuts power for 5 seconds. Could it be because I am in sport mode? Or maybe hobby zone changed it to 5 because 10 seconds is too long without power. I mean 5 seconds is manageable but 10 seems severe.
Posted on: 8/6/2006 2:57 AM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4588656

RE: Aerobird Challenger - Trim Tips?
Mine does this periodicaly but not often. It should climb steadly at full power.
Posted on: 8/6/2006 2:44 AM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4588643

Aerobird Challenger Barrel Rolls
Is it humanly possible to do a roll in an Aerobird Challenger? My friend has tried several times, one time resulting in a folded wing. I read somewhere that you could do a roll by diving down to gain speed, then pull up and turn at the same time. I tried this and it always results in a sort of hammerhead stall/ channdel. One more thing. Would it be wise to buy a new wing to not run the risk of my stock wing folding? I have about 25 flights on the stock wing and the wing has a few "beauty marks" but nothing to serious.
Posted on: 8/5/2006 2:02 AM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Electric Training"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4585489

what does this do?
What do the six channels on a helicopters transmitter usually stand for?
Posted on: 7/21/2006 11:12 AM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4527519

RE: Use "Sonic Combat Module" as "Lost Model Locator?"
Yeah I have one of those and those suckers are LOUD. I can barely stand it on the ground next to me. I lost my plane in the sun and used the blasts to find it. It can be heard for a few hundred feet.
Posted on: 7/21/2006 12:09 AM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4526347

RE: Sport Mode vs. Pro Mode
[quote]At SPORT mode the one flap deflection gives the combined result of turn and a bit of UP.[/quote] Yeah I've noticed that when I turned I would have to push forward (down) simultaneously to keep it from climbing.
Posted on: 7/20/2006 3:24 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Electric Training"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4524474

Sport Mode vs. Pro Mode
Well I've been flying my Aerobird Challenger in sport mode for a while now (13 flights to be exact) and have been in one sonic combat fight. I was wondering if I am ready for pro mode and wanted to know how much better it is and if it is easy to fly. How much more control do you have? Is it better for combat?
Posted on: 7/20/2006 12:02 AM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Electric Training"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4522387

RE: the ultimate question
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=7238014368256703205 yay
Posted on: 7/19/2006 10:36 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4522033

RE: Parkzone J-3 Cub:Good beginner plane?
I would recoment the Hobbyzone Aerobird Challenger. Its a great 3 channel plane to learn on and is more forgiving and less money. Its easy to fly and can pull of a few tricks.
Posted on: 7/14/2006 12:39 AM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4499881

RE: Hello
Instead of the Firebird Freedom, I would recomend the Aerobird Challenger by Hobbyzone. Its a little cheaper and more easy to handle. Plus you can pull off basic tricks.
Posted on: 7/14/2006 12:37 AM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4499872

Wing Reinforcement
I have recently bought a Hobbyzone Aerobird Challenger and am hearing stories about the wing folding while doing tricks or tight turns. Is this something to be worried about? Should I reinforce it with wire or balsa wood or should I just replace the wing periodically?
Posted on: 7/13/2006 11:20 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4499532

RE: Anyone Care to Help a Newbie?
check out hobbyzone.com They have a bunch of really nice ready-to-fly electric planes that range from beginner to moderate skill levels. I am currently flying the aerobird challenger.
Posted on: 6/17/2006 3:29 PM by Author "drewfer" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4400845