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leeinshirley@ti
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Location: shirley,solihull,uni ted kingdom

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		Hi guys im about an intermmediate flyer with an Aroura and im thinking of getting a Kasama Srimok 90.Been flying about four years now,just getting into some pirouetting flips that kind of stage. The question is, do you get better flying one model or by having 5 or more different makes of heli ?
06-30-2009 06:26 PM
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TaleGunner
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Location: Deer Park WA

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		more stick time = more experience

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06-30-2009 06:30 PM
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jackheli
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Location: Vancouver - Canada

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		I would say that you have to stick to the same model if you want to progress faster. Each heli flies differently and takes a toll on your progression while your are adapting.

Also, by flying several helis of the same model you need only to carry one set of spare parts.

Having said that, nothing prevents you from flying different models if you understand what is going on.



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06-30-2009 06:33 PM
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steffgiguere
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Location: St-Eustache, Quebec, Canada

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		I like having three or four, because if you crash one or tow then you could still fly while you rebuild the others.

I wish I could fly 24/7
06-30-2009 06:36 PM
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jackheli
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Location: Vancouver - Canada

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		I think what he is asking is if it matters that the models are different. Not how many helis to have...



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06-30-2009 06:42 PM
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leeinshirley@ti
Heliman
Location: shirley,solihull,uni ted kingdom

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		yep youv got it is it better to learn with one model or 5 or so others as well.I hear you progress more if you just fly the one model every time
06-30-2009 06:47 PM
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TaleGunner
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Location: Deer Park WA

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		I have found that having 2 of the same heli set up the same equals more stick time but I have built and setup 4 t-rex 600e's with all the same equipment but ea still flies slightly different. if your trying to get better get more stick time. I can see improving faster if they all fly real close to the same but having several different helis keeps it more interesting. get the Srimok 90 you will love a 90 size or better yet get 2 or 3 of them

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06-30-2009 06:57 PM
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dialarotor
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Location: Traverse City, Michigan

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		Can't remember the last time I owned just one.

Depends on how far you live from the local hobby shop and how many parts he keeps on hand.

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06-30-2009 07:41 PM
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Jag72
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Location: 20 minutes south of Boston Mass...

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		1 Helicopter?...are you NUTS:)

How does one only own and fly 1 Helicopter?

Seriously....how can you possibly get by with only one heli?

I freak out if I have less than 6 or 7 flying machines at any one time..........While I agree that you may learn new moves faster by flying one machine only...having multiples will get you more stick time and that is really what helps you learn...

I fly 5 or 6 different machines on any given day and they all pretty much fly the same ...once you get to a certain level of flying you can fly anything you pick up very well...while some fly better or inspire more confidence I personally do not believe you will be hindered by flying several machines...if anything it teaches you to adapt and know the moves better ....

just my opinion though
06-30-2009 08:14 PM
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Entityofme1
Senior Heliman
Location: Birmingham, AL.

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While I agree that you may learn new moves faster by flying one machine only...having multiples will get you more stick time and that is really what helps you learn...

Not contradictory in the least..

I've owned a Trex 450, Trex500, 600N, stratus, synergy n9. All I want to fly now is the N9. Ideally if and when I'm financially able to I'll buy another N9. It's fun to have different models to add variety but my flying has gotten alot better from sticking to one model.
06-30-2009 08:41 PM
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Jag72
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Location: 20 minutes south of Boston Mass...

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		1 model

I don't know about you ...but having only one model intensifies the already large "pucker factor" and "Fear Factor" ....if you are afraid to fly unrestricted then you will not push hard enough to learn fast...if you have multiple machines and some are deemed as "practice machines" then you will be less fearful and more likely to progress faster..

Stick time=progress

One machine will simply not give you the stick time like several machines will...

I think those who own one machine probably wish they could afford several and that factor(cost) is usually what prevents people from owning several...so to say that owning several is going to slow you down or hold you back is false...


As far as what you've flown or owned in the past...that's irrelevant in this discussion really....if you were asking what size is better forlearning...then that would be a factor in my mind...I have owned at least 100-150 different helicopters ...does that make me better? NO...it just means I have tried more machines out..
06-30-2009 08:54 PM
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ch-47c
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Location: san jose, ca

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		I think 2 of the same model set up the same is best in case one should crash. Keep plenty spares for those 2 models. Those two will fly similar to each other, but never exactly the same. Once one crashes the other should be flyable and require minor tweaks to be your #1 heli. Then repair the other. Any other helis are for variety. The most different helis you have, the more you can become a slave to keep them flying. IMHO.
06-30-2009 08:57 PM
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JEEPWORLD2002
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Location: BLUEBELL PA USA

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		1 better then 5

gonna have to say yes it is when they are crashed and need rebuilding and no when 1 is down and you need to crash the second through the fifth so kinda like a damed if you do damed if you dont but when in doubt 3 is always a good #

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06-30-2009 09:11 PM
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Jeff polisena
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Location: westpalmbeachflorida usa

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		1 is better , I had 15 at one time and spent more time maintaining them than learning how to fly . I went to two exact helis and still found that 1 is fine just buy backup parts or spare kit . I found that when I crashed #1 I pulled out #2 and crashed it too . I guess I was still thinking of #1 repairing first crash at field if possible gave me down time to regroup.

I dont know how to fly just how to not crash !!!!!
06-30-2009 09:29 PM
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Technex
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Location: Berkshire, UK

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		I think two helis to five is good.

I personally like two good 3D well set-up helis. Maybe have one for FAI, but probs won't get used much.

I agree with a lot of points in this thread. The problem with having too many, at least for me is that it drains a lot of cash, cash which you could be using on lipos (or fuel if nitro).

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06-30-2009 09:57 PM
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Jag72
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Location: 20 minutes south of Boston Mass...

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		helis

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The problem with having too many, at least for me is that it drains a lot of cash, cash which you could be using on lipos (or fuel if nitro).

Remove the limitations of budget and I think most of us would like to have a BUNCH of helis

If you can afford it then why not have a bunch...
06-30-2009 10:02 PM
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Technex
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Location: Berkshire, UK

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		Heck if I had no budget I would most likely have to swim my way through a house full of helis. Nah, honestly I would have like 10 or so. Any more is mostly a waste really...

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06-30-2009 10:09 PM
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aerton
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Location: Longueuil, QC, Canada

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		1 is enough to me. I had to stop the insanity of buying just for the sake of buying.
06-30-2009 10:28 PM
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MANCHA
Senior Heliman
Location: Cabo San Lucas, Baja- Mexico

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		leeinshirley@ti

You asked for an opinion and here is mine !

I have divided my Heli hangar in 3 sections.

one section has my FAI ( F3C ) fleet:
HIROBO, which I compite with, FREYA 90.
JR, VIBE50 ( practice ) & SG90 ( practice & number 2 heli for competition).

another section has my 3D fleet wannabe:
Vibe 903D & SG90 FBL.

Last section I call my LAB:
RAPTOR 50, EVO 50 & T-Rex 450.

I always learn new moves with my LAB helis, they are less expensive to repair and I have plenty of parts.
Then I go to my other two sections and practice with more expensive helis to get prepare for funflys or competition !

This system has allowed me to be a better pilot.

I have a good hangar and a way to support it but, over spending money is not my Hobby´s goal !

My goal is to have fun and learn as much as my skills allow me to and; by going in sections I have been able to control my nerves better and in general to have a Heli ready everytime I go to the field.

As a foot note, when 30 days before a competition, I only fly That section´s Helis, number 1 & number 2, only.

MANCHA
07-01-2009 07:28 PM
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leeinshirley@ti
Heliman
Location: shirley,solihull,uni ted kingdom

My Posts This: Topic  Forum		WoW!! thats a few hlies youv got there and a good system that works for you i gess im still trying to find mine.
thanks everyone for your info,i think i might get that kasama srimok afterall!.
07-01-2009 07:49 PM
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