Anyone into RC Helicopters?

RiCharlie · 01-11-2012, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Zrider79

so funny i bought two syma s107 for me and my little bro, yes these things are fun as hell for 15 mins. May get the airwolf replica soon.

You are right ..the syma is ok for starters but already i can see its limitations

Is the airwolf much different?.? if so, how is it different..

djpathfinder · 01-11-2012, 10:36 PM

Unfortunately, the mini lipo batteries don't last very long. I have a Blade mCX just for kicks and those batteries last 6-7 min. They take about 10-20 min to charge depending on the charger. The nice thing about that heli is you can take out the batteries...so you can buy several batteries to reduce down time.

Getting a heli that uses 2.4 GHz transmission will be way better than IR control for sure.

RiCharlie · 01-13-2012, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by djpathfinder

Unfortunately, the mini lipo batteries don't last very long. I have a Blade mCX just for kicks and those batteries last 6-7 min. They take about 10-20 min to charge depending on the charger. The nice thing about that heli is you can take out the batteries...so you can buy several batteries to reduce down time.

Getting a heli that uses 2.4 GHz transmission will be way better than IR control for sure.

I had too look closely to see your cars front.. does it look that way when you drive it?

djpathfinder · 01-13-2012, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by RiCharlie

I had too look closely to see your cars front.. does it look that way when you drive it?

Not always. Sometimes meaner when I'm driving spiritedly. :rofl: My boys are huge Cars movie fans and I photochopped that cuz I thought they'd get a kick out of it. At that time I told them the car only talked and moved when no one was watching. LOL!

Red__Zed · 01-13-2012, 01:59 PM

Subscribing.

RiCharlie · 01-14-2012, 01:45 PM

Well have learned one thing...start small and inexpensively..I cant tell you how many times I have crashed this thing...I know what to do but its not an automatic response.,so by the time I figure it out,..,i am on the ground.,..but so far no damage..

m4a1mustang · 01-14-2012, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by RiCharlie

Well have learned one thing...start small and inexpensively..I cant tell you how many times I have crashed this thing...I know what to do but its not an automatic response.,so by the time I figure it out,..,i am on the ground.,..but so far no damage..

They can take a beating before they break. Just make sure you inspect the blades after you crash.

ZCarMan · 01-14-2012, 02:58 PM

I know that the Parrot AR.Drone is a quad helicopter and not a true single or coaxial blade helo but from what I see it looks pretty cool. Way more expensive though but not as much as for a full blown RC helo and easier to fly. Folks are modding them to hold GoPro HD cams to get some great video. Check the link to see what one videographer has done to the AR.Drone.

AR Drone / GoPro DIY Aerial Video Mods - RC Quadcopter on Vimeo

m4a1mustang · 01-14-2012, 05:37 PM

That would be awesome at ZDayZ for some cool aerial shots. Only on a calm day, though.

ZCarMan · 01-14-2012, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

That would be awesome at ZDayZ for some cool aerial shots. Only on a calm day, though.

My thoughts exactly. I am considering picking one up.

m4a1mustang · 01-14-2012, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by ZCarMan

My thoughts exactly. I am considering picking one up.

RiCharlie · 01-23-2012, 01:13 PM

Well today my Syma ,, helicopter took a tumble...not a hard one...just a crash like so many others...right off the living room chair onto the ground...now it doesnt work anymore..no lights no sign of life at all..any ideas..anyone?

m4a1mustang · 01-23-2012, 01:15 PM

Check to see if all of the wires are connected.

RiCharlie · 01-23-2012, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by djpathfinder

Technology keeps improving and there's a lot more RC flying toys and options available now compared to even 5 years ago, so prices are coming down. A "cheap copter" is how I got started. There's a lot of cheaper indoor options these days that are a lot of fun. They advertise the ones with a camera that you can use to spy on other family members. I'm sure they're a hoot. You can write about your RC heli adventures. :-)

I was just reading this over and noticed the last line...something that did not register before...did you read my previous car stories? I will gladly come up with something to write about if you like...

RiCharlie · 01-23-2012, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Check to see if all of the wires are connected.

Geeze that was fast!! less than one minute!

01-11-2012, 10:36 PM	#32 (permalink)
djpathfinder A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Edmonton, Canada Posts: 12,910 Drives: 2012 GT-R BE Rep Power: 733	Unfortunately, the mini lipo batteries don't last very long. I have a Blade mCX just for kicks and those batteries last 6-7 min. They take about 10-20 min to charge depending on the charger. The nice thing about that heli is you can take out the batteries...so you can buy several batteries to reduce down time. Getting a heli that uses 2.4 GHz transmission will be way better than IR control for sure. __________________ 2012 GT-R Black Edition Jet Black 2010 370Z 40th Anniversary // SOLD

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ZCarMan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: MD Posts: 4,488 Drives: 09 Z34, 13 F-150 Rep Power: 26	I know that the Parrot AR.Drone is a quad helicopter and not a true single or coaxial blade helo but from what I see it looks pretty cool. Way more expensive though but not as much as for a full blown RC helo and easier to fly. Folks are modding them to hold GoPro HD cams to get some great video. Check the link to see what one videographer has done to the AR.Drone. AR Drone / GoPro DIY Aerial Video Mods - RC Quadcopter on Vimeo __________________ Jon Swift \| SPC \| Stillen \| Motordyne \| AAM \| Cobb \| Hawk \| Volk Racing \| Bridgestone Green Demon Eyes

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m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	That would be awesome at ZDayZ for some cool aerial shots. Only on a calm day, though. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

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m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	Check to see if all of the wires are connected. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

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RiCharlie Track Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Johnston RI Posts: 857 Drives: 370 Touring Spt A/t Rep Power: 15	Well have learned one thing...start small and inexpensively..I cant tell you how many times I have crashed this thing...I know what to do but its not an automatic response.,so by the time I figure it out,..,i am on the ground.,..but so far no damage..

01-23-2012, 01:13 PM	#42 (permalink)
RiCharlie Track Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Johnston RI Posts: 857 Drives: 370 Touring Spt A/t Rep Power: 15	Well today my Syma ,, helicopter took a tumble...not a hard one...just a crash like so many others...right off the living room chair onto the ground...now it doesnt work anymore..no lights no sign of life at all..any ideas..anyone?