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anawho?
Heliman
Location: Norwalk, CA

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		Hi,
I just joined runryder and would like advice in regards to which aircraft to begin "flying" or should I say..."crashing"
By the way: I'm so glad that women get their own forum here at runryder.
Thank you
02-27-2009 03:32 AM
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Wingman77
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Location: Pulaski TN US

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		well what is your budget and what are you looking for? something to fly around the house?

or a larger more capable heli?
02-27-2009 03:36 AM
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anawho?
Heliman
Location: Norwalk, CA

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		I'm looking for something not too expensive, approx: $150 max. I would like to fly in an open area, like a park.
02-27-2009 03:50 AM
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Wingman77
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Location: Pulaski TN US

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		well the best 150 will get you is this mcx it flies nicely indoors and is very easy to fly however it is not very capable. it will not go more than 5mph.

the closest thing better than that would be about $300 and hard to fly.

I don't know how much you know about helis but they do tend to be expensive, I have $2500 in mine.
02-27-2009 03:59 AM
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anawho?
Heliman
Location: Norwalk, CA

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		Thank you for your recommendation. I want to start with something I can call my "starter". Once I learn more about this hobby I'll look into investing a little more. I will check the link that you provided on your last post. thanks!
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I have $2500 in mine
Wow!
02-27-2009 04:17 AM
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BOB WHO?
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Location: downey, ca., usa

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		I would recommend an Axe ez. They are stable and slow; helpful for a beginner. At a beginner level the last thing you want is heli that will flip and roll easily...
02-27-2009 05:39 AM
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Wingman77
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Location: Pulaski TN US

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		like a cp pro wich was my first heli.....but I learned alot with it!
02-27-2009 04:17 PM
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chopper_crazy
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Location: Delphos, Ohio

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		that mcx is a great co-axial heli that will get you started and get the brain to remember the different stick movements. It takes awhile for the brain to react and you want to make sure you know exactly what your doing without thinking about it. It will make flying more enjoyable, especially when you start getting bigger birds. Welcome to an addicting hobby.

It's a complex, costly, glow powered anti-gravity machine!
02-27-2009 05:54 PM
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Zaneman007
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Location: Texas - USA

My Posts This: Topic  Forum
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like a cp pro

I would like to second that bit of advice. It will fly outside. It is a handful, but... repairs are as cheap as they get in this hobby.

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Once I learn more about this hobby I'll look into investing a little more.

I don't want to burst your bubble, but..... this hobby is $$$$$$$$.

And it is addicting.

Have you thought about getting a sim? You should be able to pick up a sim for around $150 to $200.

Trust me, a sim will save you money.


Just something to thing about.

Old Guys Rule!
02-27-2009 06:12 PM
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Wingman77
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Location: Pulaski TN US

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		yep^ if you are really interested in flying helis and not wallmart toys then a simulator would be a great investment.
02-27-2009 06:48 PM
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anawho?
Heliman
Location: Norwalk, CA

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		Thank you all for your expert opinions and advice. I have tried the simulator before and that alone was addicting. In regards to the expense of this hobby....Yeah...I've heard from many RC heli pilots that this hobby is expensive but worth it! I just want to have something to do for fun on my off days from school that actually involves using your brain. I will soon let you guys know how I do on my 1st try at this new hobby.
02-27-2009 08:41 PM
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Wingman77
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Location: Pulaski TN US

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		have you decided what you are going to get?
02-27-2009 08:46 PM
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anawho?
Heliman
Location: Norwalk, CA

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		I'm going to research the mcx and the Axe EZ online this weekend and by Monday I should have made up my mind. Do I need to start buying any parts too? Or just wait until I crash?
02-27-2009 10:57 PM
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leslie
Key Veteran
Location: Hollis, NH - USA

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		Hi,

I would look at the blade mcx. I fly a variety of larger birds, mostly Trex's. I have a mcx for flying in the winter and I really love this little bird.

I agree with an earlier post, the mcx and other stable coaxial birds will allow you to learn orientation and some of the basics. A simulator is also a must before you get into the 500.00+ level.

Cheers, and welcome aboard,
leslie

Protecting those who protect us
02-27-2009 11:22 PM
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Wingman77
Elite Veteran
Location: Pulaski TN US

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		as long as yo are carefull you should not have any problems it is very durable.

another reason I recomend the mcx is because it coms from horizonhobb. so it is backed by the best customer support in the world.
02-27-2009 11:24 PM
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mistiesdad
Heliman
Location: brooksville, fl. united states

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		if you are going into this, ( as most of us do ), with a serious intrest, protect your initial investments by getting a good p.c. simulator. time spent on a sim is less money spent on repair parts. the ratio is proportional.
03-04-2009 11:18 AM
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anawho?
Heliman
Location: Norwalk, CA

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		"spent on a sim is less money spent on repair parts. the ratio is proportional"
You're right! Over the weekend I went on a simulator and once I crashed I just pressed the reset button. It was fun...but so addicting.
By the way...
In a few days I'm getting an Axe ez (It's a gift from my boyfriend )and he offered to help me fix it! I'm so lucky!
03-04-2009 02:34 PM
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grim.the.grim
Senior Heliman
Location: Houston, Texas

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		if I had it to do all over again...I would start off with a 500 size helicopter....I know that is way above the $150 dollar budget, but it is an inexpensive heli to repair (comparatively) and it is very stable and easy to fly...much easier than a 400 or 450 .... i bought evry heli known, almost, and I found that the cheaper/ smaller ones were more difficult to fly and just a s expensive to repair....thats my two cents...

*** Real Pilots BEAT the air into submission! ***
03-05-2009 07:11 AM
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Justin Barry
Senior Heliman
Location: Escondido, Ca- USA

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		sounds awesome best way to start into this hobby



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03-05-2009 07:34 AM
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R38133
Key Veteran
Location: USA

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		You go girl
03-15-2009 08:28 AM
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