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Slope Sites in Ireland / New slope site 1 hour north of dublin

« on: March 16, 2014, 17:32:36 PM »

Today I was bored so decided to go find a new to me slope.
Every time I'm driving home from Wexford or Dublin I look up at a radio mask and wonder how do I get up there?? If there is a mast there is usually a service road.
The mast in question is on the top of the Cooley hills just before the north south border.
Well my friends today I found the road YIPPEE !!
The mountain has slopes in ever direction with the best being north south and east. The west slope is good but the others are fantastic.
I was a prick and never brought a plane with me but going by the ravens there is plenty of good air.
All slopes are beside the roads so minimal walking envolved which suits me lol
The landing areas are mainly all heather so cushioned landings

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Events / The Big L fly-in 28th 29th Sept

« on: September 06, 2013, 07:03:06 AM »

Date : 28-29 September 2013
Location : Mt Leinster Co. Wexford
Event name : ISR Slope Fly-In - Open to all gliders!
Contact : Fred - Fred@gliderireland.net - http://www.gliderireland.net


The summer is over and to tell the truth I have had very little flying due to operations and house renovation so I'm so so looking forward to our annual trip to the big L !!!
Andrew and John are also getting their planes prepared for the trip and this year for me it's going to be very special !!!
Why you ask ?
Well my friends I have 2 very special guest that are travelling the whole way from Lithuania to join us !!!!!
Donatas Pauzuolis and Richardas Siumbrys are going to have there first experience of slope gliding in Ireland.
This is going to be one special weekend of flying and having fun with friends.
I really hope we have a great turn out of pilots as you will meet 2 really great guys that are extremely top class pilots.

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Slope Soaring / only fools and horses

« on: March 10, 2013, 19:21:21 PM »

Today (10th March) both Andrew and I headed to Slieve Gallion to celebrate Mothers Day. The sun was shining on the low ground but up in the heavens it was a different story !!!!!!!!!
SNOW SNOW SNOW !!!!!!! So much snow we were unable to make it to the top of the mountain.



Brave man

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Slope Soaring / Interesting New Blanik 4.2 from horizon Hobbies

« on: January 30, 2013, 12:27:01 PM »

Wingspan: 165 in (4200mm)
Overall Length: 85.5 in (2172mm)
Wing Area: 2640 sq. in. (170 sq. dm.)
Flying Weight: 22 lb (10 kg)
Radio: 5-channel minimum radio system required
Servos: (6) standard high-torque servos, (2) mini servos required
CG (center of gravity): 2.25 in (57.2mm) back from the leading edge
Wing Loading: 19.2 oz/sq ft (58.6 g/sq dm)
Recommended Battery: 6.0V 3000-4500mAh receiver pack
Flaps: Yes
Retracts: No
Control Throw (Ailerons): 25° up/down, 35% expo
Control Throw (Elevator): 15° up/down, 30% expo
Control Throw (Rudder): 30° right/left, 25% expo
Control Throw (Flaps): 15° takeoff; 25° landing
Scale: 1/4
Minimum Age Recommendation: 14 years
Experience Level: Intermediate
Recommended Environment: Outdoor
Assembly Time: 15-20 Hours
Is Assembly Required: Yes

- A 5+ channel transmitter and receiver radio system
- (6) standard high-torque servos and (2) mini servos
- Receiver pack
- Charger for receiver pack

Looks really sweet and hoping to see one fly soon on the slopes of Northern Irealnd

This 1/4-scale replica of this internationally recognized sailplane comes with plenty of scale details including a hinged canopy and an authentic Red Bull trim scheme from the world-famous Flying Bulls. In addition, the foam wings not only provide strength, but also provide a more accurate representation of the full-scale airfoil. The fiberglass construction provides strength and rigidity to the fuselage, while features such as flaps and a spacious cockpit area for radio equipment make this plane easy to operate and maintain, and optional electric spoilers can be added. This great flying plane is ideal for sailplane and aerotow pilots as well as slope soarers.

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Events / Rathlin Island Road Trip 2013

« on: January 15, 2013, 11:53:45 AM »

Rathlin Island Road trip 2013

Meeting in the Ferry Car Park Ballycastle 9am

Saturday 8th June 2013

Benevinagh Slope

Sunday 9th June 2013

If you need more details please post here.

This is a trip of a life time !!!!!!!!!!!!

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Events / Northern Ireland Slope Fest 2013

« on: January 15, 2013, 11:48:46 AM »

Dungannon Model Flying Club

Slope Fest (Hotdog Bash 2013)

Slieve Gallion (Sperrin Mountains)

27th-28th April


Everyone is welcome to come fly !

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Misc / New palatial residence ( ie. Man Cave !)

« on: September 01, 2012, 19:07:12 PM »

Ok folks I have been building on the kitchen table for the last 6yrs. Now that the kithchen table is distroyed I have decided rather than buy a new table I will build my very own MAN CAVE  
This started a few weeks ago and now its time for me to share with the masses   :roll:

Here is the ground work




Now for the entrance !



Pathway stoned and kerbed



Today Saturday the frame was erected , I like to erect things  :twisted:



Then we started to clad the frame work !



The prick looking out the window with a grin on his face is little happy old me  :oops:

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For Sale / JR 10SX TRANSMITTER

« on: May 03, 2012, 11:35:34 AM »

I have for sale my SX10 transmitter, comes with I 35mhz module plus one synthesized 35mhz module plus a 2.4ghz module !
I got this TX serviced in 2010 at the cost of £75.
If you know about RX then this is the master TX of its day and cost over £900
It has touch screen technology and has every type of mix you will ever need.
I am selling this because I no longer use it and it is better to be used and enjoyed.

First £120 secures

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For Sale / jr 9X II mode 1 for sale sold

« on: May 03, 2012, 11:20:02 AM »

I have for sale a 9x II transmitter.
This has been used very very little and is in new condition.
This TX comes with 35mhz synthesized module.
A 2.4ghz module can be fitted.
BOX and instructions plus charger included

First £200 secures
PM my if your interested

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For Sale / SPEKTRUM DX7 MODE 1 SOLD

« on: May 03, 2012, 08:30:08 AM »

I am selling my Spektrum DX7 mode 1 , comes with charger.
First £50 secures.

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Slope Soaring / Northern Ireland Slope Fest 2012 (Hotdog Bash)

« on: April 23, 2012, 08:45:20 AM »

Its in the past and back to earth with a BANG !

I would like to thanks the 26 pilots that attended our annual Slope Fest over the weekend.
We managed plenty of flying even though the weather was extreme !
50KPH WINDS and baltic cold didnot put of the flyers  :clap:
We cooked 72 hotdog for our vistors so at least they were well feed  
Terry took some video footage of Saturdays flying , enjoy

If anyone has fotos please post them !
I was too busy to take any pics or video, sorry gentlemen.

  [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/v/70hH-X8pSus&context=C409ae88ADvjVQa1PpcFPatWesYf6iVK53WBKCB4BITrRRTDKxCZc=[/youtube]

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Events / Rathlin Island/North Coast Road Trip 2012

« on: March 06, 2012, 07:53:03 AM »

Due to popular demand we are again going on the road sea and land to fly of the cliffs of Rathlin Island.

DATE, 26th-27th MAY 2012

If the seas are too rough we have a vast amont of slope venues in this area,

The coast is a place of outstanding natural beauty .

Come join last years 4 degrees and have the time of your life.

If you have any questions , then please ask.

Richard Boyd
Dungannon Model Flying Club/ Buzzards



[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/v/cGhMYCWgW0s&list=UUEvloj4rc5hiND9AdsHFJtA&index=5&feature=plcp[/youtube]

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Events / Northern Ireland Slope Fest 2012 (Hotdog Bash)

« on: March 06, 2012, 07:38:37 AM »

Its the time of year again to let you all know we are running our Slope Bash again on Slieve Gallion Sperrin Mountains Northern Ireland,
Date not to be missed,

21st-22nd April 2012

All slopes are within a hundred yards of parking,

This is a fun fly-in on the slope and any glider type is very welcome,

If you are new to our hobby then join us and get some hands on experiance

A very warm welcome awaits you all.

Coffee tea will be provided and so will HOTDOGS  :lol:
BBQ will be burning.

If you require any more details then please ask.

Richard Boyd
Dungannon Model Flying Club

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/v/IhXqZZRn2FM[/youtube]

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For Sale / RC-FACTORY JAZZ 2 FOR SALE

« on: November 25, 2011, 12:49:05 PM »

Indoor AM Jazz2 kits for sale at discounted price £38.00 sterling.
This is the new version with EPP nose and depron fuz.
A really beautiful plane to fly indoors, very forgiving yet extremely aerobatic.
Postage is extra !!!!!!

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Slope Soaring / Winter winds are here, who's flying ?

« on: November 24, 2011, 16:28:26 PM »

The first of the big winds have hit up North,
Made a lone trip to Slieve Gallion today but was blown of the slope lol
I got 1 flight when the winds were 67km/h but after a cup of coffee the winds at 1pm picked up to a steady 93km/h with gusts to 118kmph.
My Le Fish was all ove the place and I ended up detaching the tail plane.
I came home cold and wind battered but I was smiling from ear to ear.
I hope to be on the mountain again on Saturday so if anyone is free why not come join us.
I hope JP aint working  :wink:
I want to fly his Quark quark