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  1. dth7

    Extreme Flight Owners Thread

    That sucks! Hope you are OK
  2. dth7

    60" Extra 300 EXP

    I'm going to have to check the scheduling, believe me that's on the radar. I'm going to try to come with a couple other guys. It does sound great. If those D35 ever hit production I'll get some practice in on the 78 before July.
  3. dth7

    60" Extra 300 EXP

    No sorry necessary (blame my parents!) That should be the next flight! (getting low) I don't know why I stayed up so high? Didn't really need to. I think that little camera makes it look higher too. Very little trimming at all and I couldn't see much coupling either. Maybe it was the...
  4. dth7

    60" Extra 300 EXP

    Yes, you can tell I enjoyed it. Now the stops are out and that airframe is in for a work out. Two funny potentially fatal preflight errors- 1. On low rates I wondered why it was so sensitive? Low rate elev. expo 18% !? High rate fine at 65%, missed that one! (don't know how that got in there)...
  5. dth7

    60" Extra 300 EXP

    Thanks Gary. I've seen it a few times now so I guess I should make a polite correction- only one "r"! Thanks, Daren (you're not the first nor the last, I've seen every spelling you can imagine) What a fun airframe this is going to be. Now I can see what all the hype is about.
  6. dth7

    60" Extra 300 EXP

    Maidened my 60" yesterday. Only one flight but SAWEET! This thing is great! I'm going to post a couple pics and a vid (be nice, disclaimer- first flt on airframe, key fob hat cam, clunky editing software). It was only about 6 minutes on the airplane but it was fun. Took it easy but I'll get...
  7. dth7

    Twisted Hobbys Owner's Thread!!

    Thanks Tyler, Maidened the 60" Extra yesterday at Hudson. Only one flt but wow, I'm going to love that one! I'll throw the vid on the EF 60" thread for grins. Not real exciting but for the first 7 minutes on the plane not to bad. Loving this CY. Went to Sandown with Cody and Matt last...
  8. dth7

    Twisted Hobbys Crack Laser, with a few new build tips

    Nice build Cody. Did finally split the fuse on th CY. Could have used the fuse blende trick! Will add now.
  9. dth7

    Who would be interested in an entirely new type of competition?

    We're working on it guys (and gals- RC Girl!). All great ideas and it is coming together. Trying to make Basic "basic" enough to bring in transitioning sport and precision pilots and still be a challenge for those not comfortable to go up to Intermediate. I also like Jim's suggestions. The...
  10. dth7

    Twisted Hobbys Owner's Thread!!

    Crack Yak attack in the driveway on a breezy day. Sampling some sequence stuff for Basic in the "think tank" for the proposed new comp. This little EPP is awesome. Check the disappearing act towards the end! Skill? Hell no- dumb ass luck! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrumE5k8jBk
  11. dth7

    Who would be interested in an entirely new type of competition?

    I didn't know this was you! Trouble maker. You got me.
  12. dth7

    Who would be interested in an entirely new type of competition?

    Hmmm. Good start. I think we'll have to throw some around. Perhaps a naming contest Mr. 3DRCF????? Lets see what Cody thinks. This is his baby as far as I'm concerned. I'm just very excited to be any help I can. I'm happy it was "born" in my car while he was reading one of my old reference...
  13. dth7

    Who would be interested in an entirely new type of competition?

    The judging would be consistent throughout. Pilots in each class/ categories would be held to the same standards for the maneuvers. I don't get all the "wind" talk. This is the environment we operate in. If it is an outdoor (this could be expanded to include indoor events) event then you deal...
  14. dth7

    Who would be interested in an entirely new type of competition?

    That's what I was trying to say but not too well I guess. Yes, I agree with Cody. Come with what you have, pick your class (difficulty), take your lumps with the weather and perform. A "good performance" in a $300 48" electric should score similar to a "good performance" in a $3000+ 91" gasser...
  15. dth7

    Who would be interested in an entirely new type of competition?

    Oh I hear you loud and clear and I wasn't making any assumptions at all, just brain storming. I like "KISS" methodology for sure. But we want to have it as fair and fun as possible. Those were all great points. I wouldn't want the same (apparent) inequities that IMAC gets a bad wrap for. Bottom...
  16. dth7

    Who would be interested in an entirely new type of competition?

    That would all be part of the challenge. I think we have and do let size be a crutch to lean on. Part of the skill set is to be able to deal with the wind. When an IAC competitor shows up and it's really blowing they dont say, " oh let me go get my "high wind" airplane out of the hangar"! The...
  17. dth7

    Team 3DRCF Jacob "3dbandit" Pollak

    Jacob, real nice combination of precision, extreme and 3D, nice pace to watch. Great slow rolling circle toward the end too. Any tips on those roller loops? I'm still stuck on the directional rollers.
  18. dth7

    Extreme Flight Owners Thread

    Hone1er- :thumbup:Great rollers! How do you keep those rifle rolls going so long? I'm still working on the directional rollers. Any tips? The near miss was (selfishly) refreshing but I am glad you didn't wrap it up.
  19. dth7

    Question/ Discussion- IMAC- Downsizing Airframes and Airspace?

    Gary, I think we are on to something up here and I plan to help Cody all I can to develop and promote it. I appreciate your support and the support of 3DRCF as well. I think the 38 shootout is just the beginning.
  20. dth7

    Question/ Discussion- IMAC- Downsizing Airframes and Airspace?

    Dennis that's the attitude of the Northeast region from the guys I've spoken with. I'm sure the majority are like this. Like society there are always a few in every group that make a bad name. I'm optimistic it will be a good season and some possible new competitions will emerge.
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