Re: What _do_ you say to a beginner?

From: <ykleetx_at_gmail.com>
Date: 18 Feb 2016 08:19:49 -0800

I think the progression of indoor events is not as important as the very first model. The most important thing is that the beginner gets the model in the air and experiences both the fun and challenge of indoor free flight.

 For the beginner who has no one to help them, I believe a comprehensive kit is a must. As I said earlier, I would recommend a Wright Stuff kit from Freedom Flight Models. I'm not as familiar with Laser Cut Planes, but if their kits are comprehensive and include great directions,
 

 I believe it's important that the very first model is one where other people are flying, either locally or nationally. By building and flying this model, they immediately become part of the indoor fraternity/sorority where help, encouragement, challenge, and criticism might come readily. There should be contests held locally and nationally for this model as further enticement and challenge.
 

 An easy entry into indoor is a must, but it's not enough. Just getting the model in the air can get stale soon if they don't realize that there's a lot more nuances to improve performance. People who run, golf, bowl, whatever, continue to do it both because the activity is fun and because improving is fun and challenging. In Wright Stuff, there are multiple local competitions that motivate the students. Mastering that very first model matters!
 

 In summary --
 

 1. the very first model must be easy to get into the air -- a comprehensive kit makes this possible
 2. the model must matter -- other people are flying it, locally and nationally, so that there's incentive to master that very first model.
 

 -Kang
Received on Thu Feb 18 2016 - 08:19:50 CET