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Thermal Gliders - samste - 05-03-2011

Watching Cris with he's non Powered Glider got me thinking about a new Challenge and some Old School Stuff which may be a lot of fun And Maybe Might Inspire some Fun Contests of who can stay up the longest launching at the the same time in the same conditions

Was Looking At Buying one of these to throw around around around like a Discus.

http://r2hobbies.com/eng/proddetail.php?prod=rcpl71033_code

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11Ap6Wz0mgM&feature=player_embedded

This is the same place where i got my customed speedy Glider from.

Glider Tips Link
http://www.rc-airplane-world.com/slope-flying.html

Steve Smile

RE: Thermal Gliders - popeyepete - 06-03-2011

Always wanted to get a glider but dont you need thermals to keep this up? I've seen these off a cliff up near palm beach and the guys sit back in an armchair flying their plane..


RE: Thermal Gliders - kizza42 - 06-03-2011

Looking at getting a DLG at the moment, There are plenty of thermals around PRCAC on a sunny day, the challenge is to find them.

I have my eye on one of these:
http://www.austars-model.com/disprdet.php?idw=0911250954535714

RE: Thermal Gliders - popeyepete - 07-03-2011

I had plans for making one, but i dont think the balsa construction would hold up to the discus throw action, i'll need to do several arm curls to build up my biceps of i were to toss it javelin sytle.
Can you bungee at PRAC, only ever seen it done but wouldn't have a clue how and what space is needed.

RE: Thermal Gliders - samste - 07-03-2011

(06-03-2011, 11:40 PM)kizza42 Wrote:  Looking at getting a DLG at the moment, There are plenty of thermals around PRCAC on a sunny day, the challenge is to find them.

I have my eye on one of these:
http://www.austars-model.com/disprdet.php?idw=0911250954535714

That looks very similar though its wing span is 2.0 m rather than the one i was looking at at 1.5 m which would be better for seeing at a high altitude.
A lot dearer too.
Was wondering how this cheaper version would go, what's your thoughts ?
http://r2hobbies.com/eng/proddetail.php?prod=rcpl71029_p_code

popeyepete
Quote:Can you bungee at PRAC, only ever seen it done but wouldn't have a clue how and what space is needed.

yeh theres enough room for bungee setup at Field just depends on how high you want to shoot it up i guess to the length of cord i think.

Steve Smile




RE: Thermal Gliders - popeyepete - 07-03-2011

Theres this guy in QLD who is selling similiar gliders;

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/RC-EP-1-2M-Speedo-Pro-Mark-II-Thermo-Glider-/360346761466?pt=AU_Toys_Hobbies_Model_Kits&hash=item53e65738fa

Probably cheaper to get these imported from Asia.

RE: Thermal Gliders - samste - 11-03-2011

Just in At Hobbyking

http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=14896

   


http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=17091

   

Steve Smile

RE: Thermal Gliders - kizza42 - 11-03-2011

The issue with the HK DLG is no rudder, You definitely want a rudder if you are thermal-ling.

Hotliner looked good until I saw that the wings are not fibreglass as well Frown

RE: Thermal Gliders - robair - 12-03-2011

Gday KV

I too saw the HK hotliner and my thoughts were the same, however, a quick lesson from Paul J on the art of fibreglassing could do the trick.

In regards to the bungee launch queries Dave Gazz and myself enjoyed watching Chris M have a punt at this last sunday. Initial efforts looked promising and I am sure Chris will have this down pat very soon. If anyone is game I would be happy to offer my services with my uber cub for aerotow duties.

Cheers
Rob B

RE: Thermal Gliders - gbanger - 12-03-2011

I would not exactly call this a thermal glider but my new hanger aquasition is definately hot.
All carbon fibre that only weighs 550 grams.

Gazz
           




RE: Thermal Gliders - Skidz - 12-03-2011

(12-03-2011, 04:47 PM)gbanger Wrote:  I would not exactly call this a thermal glider but my new hanger aquasition is definately hot.
All carbon fibre that only weighs 550 grams.

Gazz

Gazz, that looks tops. 550g is amazing for a plane that size. No doubt super strong where it needs to be. I know it's missing its internals but I would love to check it out.

Dave

RE: Thermal Gliders - kizza42 - 12-03-2011

Heh, wait till you put your new motor in it, You quickly go from gee this is light to farrrk this would hurt! (If it hit me)

RE: Thermal Gliders - robair - 12-03-2011

Gday Gazz

Every other aircraft you have is going to be boring after you get this one in the air. Looks magic!
Cheers
Rob B

RE: Thermal Gliders - gbanger - 12-03-2011

I will bring it down to the field tomorrow so you can check it out.

Gazz