Anyone here into RC?

[danielburgess]

Hi,

 

Anyone here into RC models? I'm into RC planes, just wanna see if anyone here is into this hobby as well.

 

Cheers!

[StaN]

just got a bumble bee helicopter..... very basic i know but just wanna get the hang of it b4 going into the real thing(petrol)

[danielburgess]

Hmmm, with all the advances in the Li-po batteries, I think gas is now a thing of the past. But still I have a few gassers at home which are fun to fly but a real b|tch to clean!

[iVy]

just sold my RC car not long ago ...

[Unagi]

I was pretty much into R/C cars when I was small, now no time to play le. Anyone interested in buying my gas car? hee... comes with stabilizer bar and 2 speed gearing!

 

Still, I hope to go into planes and choppers in the future. R/C will always be my hobby

[danielburgess]

How much for the gas car?

 

Cheers

[QuietStorm]

anyone bought e Picoo Z R/C helicopter?

 

 

At just 17cm (under 7 inches) long and only 4cm (1.5ins) wide, this gnat of a flying machine is the smallest and lightest miniature R/C Helicopter in the world.

 

Fitting in the palm of your hand, the Picoo Z X Rotor is made from tough expanded Polypropylene foam(in other words.. crash proof!), and incorporates an auto stability system, making it a breeze to fly, and possibly the most disruptive office toy other than the rotating missile launcher I introduce few months ago.

 

The Picoo Z is a 2-Channel Infrared Mini Helicopter from Silverlit, the only headache is that the thing comes in only 3 channels, so up to three can be flown near each other at once, and each must be on different frequencies or channels (A, B or C).

 

Demo Video 1: (Advert Vid)

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=45...87147&q=picoo+z

 

Demo Video 2: (Fox News)

 

Demo Video 3: (Home Vid)

http://www.youtube.com/results?search_type...tegory=0&page=1

 

If you buy more than one, make sure you get different channels (one way to do this is to buy different-coloured helicopters, or read the box for the Channel) or else you will see 1 RC controlling 2 helicopters..

 

Next, it runs on 6 AA-sized batteries. A 20 minute charge gives you about 15 minutes of flight. You charge it from the transmitter that holds the 6 AA-sized batteries. I uses Duracell, it allows me about 24hrs of charge time. So make sure you factor this cost in, or get rechargeables.

 

Currently it is creating a mad frenzy in Europe and esp America. Places like KMart, Toy 'r' Us and Walmart are receiving overwhelming responds.

I did a check in a few international RC forum.. 'Only accepting orders, not available instore'

 

Over in Singapore.. juz beginning to pick u..

Most of the forums, u will see pple toking about it. And at S$39.90, it makes a perfect Christmas present for kids. They sell these at US$49.95 in the US (the illegal ones.. because sold out everywhere), so we really get a bargain here and the luxury to choose the one with the better looking packaging.

 

Features

- The world's smallest and lightest mini RC helicopter.

- It comes ready to fly.

- It is made from tough expanded Polypropylene foam.

- An incorporated auto stability system making it easy to fly.

- A pre-installed two channel proportional wide beam infra red

control system that is also tri-band A, B, C.

- Recharging takes place via the included transmitter.

- The transmitter has an Alignment Trim, a Charging and Power

Indicator, a Left/Right Lever and a Trimmer.

- A lightweight Lithium Polymer flight battery.

- A small blue LED strobe light that flashes in-flight for night flying.

- A Spare Tail Propeller.

- Full instructions.

- Suitable for ages 8 years+.

- Requires 6 x AA Batteries for the transmitter (not included).

 

Size:

Helicopter: 17 x 7 x 4cm

Transmitter: 14 x 13 x 4.5cm

 

The price of Picoo Z is S$39.90:

Available in Carrefour Suntec and major toy fairs in town.

 

http://www.silverlit-flyingclub.com/picooz.htm

[omnislash]

Saw quite a few pple playing RC planes at clark quay area. like very fun. May i know where and how much does one cost?

[ehem]

hey ppl... din know u guys into RC... my planes are basically done.. quit a long time ago..

 

btw if anyone's looking for a 2nd hand RC for flying, PM me..

 

I wanna sell off my Futaba 5channel set.. its a local approved set..

Charger, batts and 4 servos.. PM me!! Bought at Fook Hai building years ago.. still in good condition cause i only flew for a few months.

[danielburgess]

Those at clarke quay are not planes but IFO or RC kites.

 

Cheers!

[QuietStorm]

those RC kites are not cheap... basic start up kits cost ard 700... here's e webby: goflykite.com

[danielburgess]

But honestly, I dont find them as fun to fly as scale planes. Hoping to save up to get myself a brand new warbird!

 

 

Cheers

[Touch n Go]

i'm in electric cars.. err i tot the IFO onli cost abt 300 for a starter complete set?

[danielburgess]

I tot so too, but those things are not cheap at all for some strange reason, I might as well get myself a cheap kit from GWS and thrash the hell out of it.

 

Cheers

[Touch n Go]

Originally posted by danielburgess@Dec 26 2006, 01:47 AM

I tot so too, but those things are not cheap at all for some strange reason, I might as well get myself a cheap kit from GWS and thrash the hell out of it.

 

Cheers

maybe its the equipment tat comes with it? i rmb gettin a IFO from singapore hobby at ard 100 for the kit onli, basic radio onli 80.. better go down to the shop n clarify if not kena 'ketut'

[danielburgess]

Dam weather, want to fly, and maiden a few birds, but the rain and strong winds are not letting me!

 

Cheers

[Unagi]

Regarding the IFO, you are all correct guys - 2 years ago when I saw somebody flying the kite thingy, I went to ask him 5W1H, and he told me it costs about $750 - $800.

 

Today I go on the internet and check - a made in china set complete with radio only $150.

 

In any case I don't think it'll be as fun as flying a plane... though I don't own a plane... different category lah.

 

 

*phew* finally sold off my gas car today. Next target - the skies~

[onewheelup]

i have gas powered cars 1/10th and 1/8th but rubbish with them, cant start them need someone to teach me, any takers?

[thangmo]

Guys,

 

I have a Kyosho Spider MK II 1/10 scale nitro for sale complete with KO Propo EX II Remote for sale.Comes with 2 servos,a receiver and a Calsonic Skyline GT body.I've had it in my storeroom for years now as I'm overseas most of the time.Anyone interested to take over?

 

Kit when brand new cost me $360,transmitter set cost $200+ I think.I am asking for $280 very neg.All you need is a glow plug heater,fuel and 12AA size batteries to run.Good for those just trying it out for the fun factor.

 

NO unconstuctive comments please.PM me if interested!

 

SOLD!Thanks!

[akirajo]

I'm playing RC plane