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Gliders => Slope Soaring => Topic started by: angry_muppet on August 07, 2016, 17:31:03 PM
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I saw one of these in RCM&E and they've promised a full review in a future issue. Having also watched Rogallo and a few others with earlier Weasel versions on Mt Leinster at the glide in last year... I just HAD to have one.
Construction is pure EPO with a hard moulded underside to the nose. Installation of the servos is just "push in" and sealed in with a section of tape/clear decal. No trimming of balsa elevons necessary here!
The nose section is plenty big enough for the 4 "AA" battery pack and a receiver. Unfortunately, a 2S 800mAh LiPo, voltage stepper and lost model sounder take a bit more room... But it fits as well as the required lump of lead to get the CoG correct.
I had to order the decal set to copy the RCM&E picture. I think it looks fantastic.
The setup of the Tx was quick, although after a quick maiden yesterday, I think I need to move closer to the "high rate" control throws.
All up, if you know what you're at, you could literally pick it up in the delivery box, take to the mountain and be flying inside 20 minutes. All you need is a micro Philips screwdriver and blenderm tape to strengthen the LE!
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Very nice! Who sells the decals?
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It was ENV Graphics in the UK... envgraphics.co.uk
The decal set was £40 + P&P.
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Thanks!
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Yep, that Weasel looks very very good! :-*
Flown it yet?
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For about 2 minutes... It wasn't a great location, but it handles beautifully.
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A good 2 minutes, is better than a bad half an hour ::)
I like this glider size. They are handy, and they are the ones you end up flying the most! And the Weasel reputation is way off the charts! :)