In this episode: Chris, Bobby, and James discuss charger math, battery connectors, and other fun things. Bobby updates us on the latest goodies to be raffled off at the RCTS Fun Fly, and Chris takes on the KDS 550 build. Tune in!

Show discussion: RC Today Show Forums and our Facebook Fan Page

Links mentioned in the show

• O.S. Heli Motors 550-650 sizes
• New Castle Creations connectors
• Group DLG build (RCG thread)
• John Redman on Programming Your Spektrum AR635 Receiver
• Russian Homemade Helicopter
• Fast Jet based on Opus V glider
• Mini Titan with an iKon
• Geotextile Runway Manufacturer
• Geotextile Runway (Club site)
• Sky RC Ultimate 800 400 x 2 Charger
• Hitec X2-400 800 watt charger #44170
• Thunder Tiger 700E
• Thunder Tiger E820

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In this episode: Chris, Bobby, and James are joined by KDS Model USA team manager Allen Womack. Allen tells us about the KDS line of helicopters and airplanes, as well as some exciting news about a great pilot prize at the upcoming RCTS Fun Fly. Tune in!

Show discussion: RC Today Show Forums and our Facebook Fan Page

Links mentioned in the show

• Starmax FW-190 flown by Jason Cole of Hobby Lobby at SEFF
• Hangar 9 60cc Corsair ARF Video (7 cyl radial!)
• Hangar 9 60cc Corsair Product Page
• Gaui X4II Super Combo at ClubHeli.com
• FliteTest RotorBones multirotor frame video
• RotorBones Product Page
• http://www.HelicopterHobbies.com
• KDS Helicopters USA FaceBook Page
• Bobby Jack’s first flight video
• Contact Info for Bobby Jack’s Hobbies

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In this episode: Chris and Bobby have a short(ish) weekly update on this and that. Nothing really important, just the usual banter. Tune in!

Show discussion: RC Today Show Forums and our Facebook Fan Page

Links mentioned in the show

• HobbyWing Platinum Pro 100 ESC Review
• SAB Goblin 500 Review
• X-4 FPV Fiberglass Quadcopter Frame
• Nice (not hexagonal) sticks for the DX8
• Fiberglass mold-making tutorial
• Fiberglass part-making tutorial
• JR E6 550 (510!)
• KDE Aluminum Goblin 500 skid mounts 
• SimpleCopter.com

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In this episode: Chris, Bobby, and James are joined by Alex Rose to discuss the iKon software changes, as well as a very important bit of technical information about high-power servo installations. Tune in!

Show discussion: RC Today Show Forums and our Facebook Fan Page

Links mentioned in the show

• Thunder Tiger E550S FBL head conversion
• BIG freaking T-38 EDF (mostly foam!) 1:3.85 scale
• Option Hobby, aftermarket gears and such for Outrage Fusion
•  F82 Foamy Design by Ben
• Scott Gray Reactor HVX 
• Viper EDF, great sounds
• Secraft Transmitter stand

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In this episode: Bobby & James ditch Chris to talk about the RCTS fun fly, helis and helis. Tune in!

Show discussion: RC Today Show Forums and our Facebook Fan Page

Links mentioned in the show

• RCTS Fun Fly
• Austin HeliFest Video by Joe Doran
• Gaui NX4 for RealFlight
• Quique & Matt Chapman Tandem
• Alan Szabo Jr. indoor with a 700
• Nick in the backyard with his E820
• Evolution Gas Engines
• Electric Rotorcraft

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In this episode: Chris, Bobby, and guest Kenny Sierra talk about what a great time James missed at the Austin HeliFest. Tune in!

Show discussion: RC Today Show Forums and our Facebook Fan Page

Links mentioned in the show

• XFC June 14-16, Muncie, IN
• New Gaui X4II
• AMA’s Drone legislation blog
• Mark Johnson, AMA VP for District VIII
• Robert Gorham’s Landing Zone
• Tactic TTX650 6-Channel 2.4GHz SLT Radio
• LA 700 is coming to the US - Contact Pete at ElektroRC.com if you’re interested in ordering one!
• LA700 Video
• 47 Minute Video Recap of Austin HeliFest
• Blade 550X ESC really is programmable!
• Kevin Morris’ Austin HeliFest Pictures
• Mitch Marozas & Pinion
• Mitch Pricer Rush 750
• Carter Goblin 630
• Carter’s Crash
• DX8 Sailplane Programming

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In this episode: Chris, Bobby, and James (aka Britney, apparently) talk about what it takes to do a budget heli build, as well as discuss last weekend’s funfly goodness. Tune in!

Show discussion: RC Today Show Forums and our Facebook Fan Page

Links mentioned in the show

• TEFF Photo Set 1
• TEFF Photo Set 2
• Chris Flying the Goblin 500
• Bobby flying the Logo 600
• OrangeRX RX3S 3-Axis Flight Stabilizer & DSM2 6 CH Receiver
• Spedix Upgrade Tail for Logo 600
• Thunder Tiger E360 Conversion Kit
• Tenax Fastener
• Thunder Tiger ⅛ e-MTA Brushless 4WD RTR
• Thunder Tiger ⅛ MT4-G3 Brushless 4WD RTR
• Team Associated Rival Monster Truck Ready-to-Run 4WD
• OS GT15HZ Gas Engine for Helis (90 size)
• Mini DLG Micro-D
• Parkzone P51 Between Legs (possibly not work safe!)
• Tareq flying Nitro TSA 700
• Nick being Nick
• 2013 USA F3A Team Donations & Merchandise

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In this episode: Chris, Bobby, and James are joined by Alex “OnTheSnap” Rose for over two hours of RC discussion goodness. Tune in!

Show discussion: RC Today Show Forums and our Facebook Fan Page

Links mentioned in the show

• Tool box non-slip liner instead of velcro for battery retention
• Century OMG Radikal video
• Thunder Tiger X50e
• Alex flying the X50e
• Chris flying the Fusion 550 conversion
• Bobby’s Transmitter Issue
• Visual of James’ charging / flying matrix

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In this episode: The guys are back from their Spring Break to talk about what they have been up to. James talks foam, Bobby talks Goblin 500 & Chris talks about his latest heli crush. Tune in!

Show discussion: RC Today Show Forums and our Facebook Fan Page

Links mentioned in the show

• Mikado Logo 550SX
• Kyle Dahl flying the Logo 550SX
• Blade 550 is available
• Curtis Youngblood’s Stingray 3D Quad
• Turnigy 6s 5000mah “Long” pack
• Team Losi Racing 22SCT
• SAB Goblin 500

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In this episode: James talks about how his tasty new foamy planks fly, Chris has the shrinkage taken care of on his Fusion, and Bobby’s Goblin has arrived. Tune in!

Show discussion: RC Today Show Forums and our Facebook Fan Page

Links mentioned in the show

• Staysee III for Rave 700
• Flyzone Mini Switch
• Flyzone Tiger Moth
• Ben Storick with team Align, testing 800mx motor
• Jamie Robertson testing Align 800mx motor
• Century Gasser, OMG
• Durafly DH 100 Vampire
• VWinRC 550 Combo
• VWinRC 550 airframe only
• Thunder Tiger Raptor e550s
• Jessie Salmonson’s Phoenix Goblin file

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