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RiCharlie 01-11-2012 08:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Zrider79 (Post 1486143)
so funny i bought two syma s107 for me and my little bro, yes these things are fun as hell for 15 mins. May get the airwolf replica soon.
You are right ..the syma is ok for starters but already i can see its limitations

Is the airwolf much different?.? if so, how is it different..

djpathfinder 01-11-2012 10:36 PM
Unfortunately, the mini lipo batteries don't last very long. I have a Blade mCX just for kicks and those batteries last 6-7 min. They take about 10-20 min to charge depending on the charger. The nice thing about that heli is you can take out the batteries...so you can buy several batteries to reduce down time.

Getting a heli that uses 2.4 GHz transmission will be way better than IR control for sure.

RiCharlie 01-13-2012 01:22 PM
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Originally Posted by djpathfinder (Post 1486462)
Unfortunately, the mini lipo batteries don't last very long. I have a Blade mCX just for kicks and those batteries last 6-7 min. They take about 10-20 min to charge depending on the charger. The nice thing about that heli is you can take out the batteries...so you can buy several batteries to reduce down time.

Getting a heli that uses 2.4 GHz transmission will be way better than IR control for sure.

I had too look closely to see your cars front.. does it look that way when you drive it?:icon18:

djpathfinder 01-13-2012 01:43 PM
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Originally Posted by RiCharlie (Post 1488851)
I had too look closely to see your cars front.. does it look that way when you drive it?:icon18:
Not always. Sometimes meaner when I'm driving spiritedly. :rofl: My boys are huge Cars movie fans and I photochopped that cuz I thought they'd get a kick out of it. At that time I told them the car only talked and moved when no one was watching. LOL!

Red__Zed 01-13-2012 01:59 PM
Subscribing.

RiCharlie 01-14-2012 01:45 PM
Well have learned one thing...start small and inexpensively..I cant tell you how many times I have crashed this thing...I know what to do but its not an automatic response.,so by the time I figure it out,..,i am on the ground.,..but so far no damage..

m4a1mustang 01-14-2012 02:03 PM
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Originally Posted by RiCharlie (Post 1490033)
Well have learned one thing...start small and inexpensively..I cant tell you how many times I have crashed this thing...I know what to do but its not an automatic response.,so by the time I figure it out,..,i am on the ground.,..but so far no damage..
They can take a beating before they break. Just make sure you inspect the blades after you crash.

ZCarMan 01-14-2012 02:58 PM
I know that the Parrot AR.Drone is a quad helicopter and not a true single or coaxial blade helo but from what I see it looks pretty cool. Way more expensive though but not as much as for a full blown RC helo and easier to fly. Folks are modding them to hold GoPro HD cams to get some great video. Check the link to see what one videographer has done to the AR.Drone.

AR Drone / GoPro DIY Aerial Video Mods - RC Quadcopter on Vimeo

m4a1mustang 01-14-2012 05:37 PM
That would be awesome at ZDayZ for some cool aerial shots. Only on a calm day, though.

ZCarMan 01-14-2012 06:31 PM
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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang (Post 1490316)
That would be awesome at ZDayZ for some cool aerial shots. Only on a calm day, though.
My thoughts exactly. I am considering picking one up.

m4a1mustang 01-14-2012 06:33 PM
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Originally Posted by ZCarMan (Post 1490391)
My thoughts exactly. I am considering picking one up.
:tup:

RiCharlie 01-23-2012 01:13 PM
Well today my Syma ,, helicopter took a tumble...not a hard one...just a crash like so many others...right off the living room chair onto the ground...now it doesnt work anymore..no lights no sign of life at all..any ideas..anyone?

m4a1mustang 01-23-2012 01:15 PM
Check to see if all of the wires are connected.

RiCharlie 01-23-2012 01:15 PM
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Originally Posted by djpathfinder (Post 1485225)
Technology keeps improving and there's a lot more RC flying toys and options available now compared to even 5 years ago, so prices are coming down. A "cheap copter" is how I got started. There's a lot of cheaper indoor options these days that are a lot of fun. They advertise the ones with a camera that you can use to spy on other family members. I'm sure they're a hoot. You can write about your RC heli adventures. :-)
I was just reading this over and noticed the last line...something that did not register before...did you read my previous car stories? I will gladly come up with something to write about if you like...

RiCharlie 01-23-2012 01:17 PM
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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang (Post 1505071)
Check to see if all of the wires are connected.
Geeze that was fast!! less than one minute!


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