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Ray:
Hi Folks,
After "trying" to fly my MPX Blizzard like a slope soarer last weekend at the Mt Leinster meet-up I'm looking around for a good recommendation.

Looking for a full house plane with good performance in the 2.6m range.
I don't mind some construction work.
Needs to be reasonably tough and repairable for rough landings and an idiot pilot!
Needs to dismantle into three manageable parts for transport.

Here is my pick list (so far)
Great Planes Spirit 100":
http://www.modelmaniacsonline.co.uk/products.php?ProductID=3907&CatID=423&SubCatID=429&Title=Great+Planes+Spirit+100&ManCode=GPMA1049
Mpx Cularis:
http://www.modelmaniacsonline.co.uk/products.php?CatID=423&SubCatID=481&ProductID=5112&Title=Multiplex+Cularis&ManCode=214218
Fly Fly Condor Magic Evo4 3m ARTF (might be over stretching it here)
http://www.modelmaniacsonline.co.uk/products.php?ProductID=7182&CatID=423&SubCatID=428&Title=Fly+Fly+Condor+Magic+Evo4+3m+ARTF&ManCode=A-FFB010
CMPro Ventus:
http://www.pegasusmodels.co.uk/detail.asp?main=Aircraft&sub1=ARTF+Gliders&ID=993982

Appreciate comments/views.

Thanks
Ray.

Happy Days:
Oh Ray, you’ve opened a “Can of worms” here! :lol:

You do realise that if you ask six different pilots a question, you’re gonna get six different answers. :!:  

One thing I can tell you, (as an experienced idiot pilot) is that fibreglass models and rough landings don’t go together. Wood and foam are far easier (and quicker) to repair. A quick drop of CA glue and you’re back up in the air. Repairs to fibreglass take much longer and can’t normally be effected at the slope.

So, if you are of little experience with gliders, I’d consider the non glass models on your list.

But that’s only my opinion! :lol:

K

billscottni:
MPX Easy Glider?

You could look at Canterbury Sailplanes EPP range. They have a model called the Eraser.

As Keith says we all have our opinions, but I would agree that fibreglass isn't a good choice to learn with. Look for something in either EPP or a wood fuz and a foam wing.

bearpjk:
I must agree with Bill and Keith ,my 2p worth is you cant rule out the Chris Foss Middle Phase 2 Advanced  glider, foam/balsa wing, balsa fuz.
Will be more than adequate from learner to fairly advanced flying in a wide speed range.Easily repaired and good fun.
cya

Eiretime:
Hey Ray, Glad you came down to meet on Saturday to meet the gang.  Told you they were a quiet bunch! Ring me if you need anymore help in choosing the next missile  :D

ed

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