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Oirishman:
Hi I just found this site. I fly rc helis  but i would like to have a go at gliding or soaring.
i,m sure there are lots of you have 2nd hand gear that you started on and dont use anymore,that you would be willing to sell on.(cheap)  
If so let me know.
Based in Bray Co Wicklow.

gerryb:
hello oirishman and welcome to the forum.  good to hear you're getting into gliding.

have a look at the 'for sale' part of the site, might be something there that you fancy.  the flyfly salto is mine if you're interested.

as a matter of interest, where are you based?

gerryb

Oirishman:
I looked at the flyfly and it looks good but
Could someone suggest a good starter glider and handset.theres no point in me looking in the for sale section  as the models mean nothing to me.
i would like the handset to be compatible with other models for upgrading.

Fred:
Hi Jack,

Welcome over here :)

Alright, so, the usual question in this case  :)  What is your budget? We can then take it from here and find something that will suit you

You are flying Helis, you must have a good radio, or at least something 4 to 6 channel right?  :?:

That would remove a big chunk of worries in your budget, as most of the time, the electronic cost more than the plane itself!  :cry:

I suggested an EasyGlider, or a Radian. Great gliders, cheapish, and will follow you a long way into your learning process and after.
Option B would be a flying wing, in EPP if possible to take all the abuse during your learning curve.

You can also make your own (see Jumbo's post, a thread down  :D ), unless you really want to go RTF.

If you are still not too sure, best thing to do, would be to meet at the slope, either in Dublin (Killakee) or at our next meeting if you can come (12-13 April). You will be able to see pretty everything glider wise that can be done, and also, give it a go yourself  :D
I have an Easyglider for this exact purpose, and I'm sure that little Keith, or one of our Keith (lots of Keiths in slope soaring I believe  :lol: ) have a flying wing ready to be abused at the slope!

Hope this gives you a few pointers, but please, don't hesitate to ask as many questions as you need! :D

Oirishman:
that sounds good   i,ll make a note and come along and have a look.
thanks for the response
will and good  heli remote work on a glider .
they are 2.4Ghz
i,m not into radio gear  i dont understand them.

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