Please go to our new site http://www.allthingsthatfly.com | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Mon, 23 November 2009 ATTF #119 - Turkey Time Join Diggs and Lucien as they pound out some latest RC news and YOUR Power System Corner questions!    Banter and love, come get some. Mentions: RCG Black Friday Thread Sign up for 2DogRC.com specials HarborFreight.com black Friday? Tram Buys SuperflyRC.com! E-Fest in Champaign Jan 30 & 31 Arizona Electric Festival January 28th thru 31th 2010 ETOC / Weak Signal show April 9~11 The Jigs Up * Direct download: ATTF_119_-_Turkey_Time.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:32 PM Comments[0] Fri, 20 November 2009 InsideHeli #76 - Mail Call and New Toys Join James and Chris as they dig into the mailbag and answer listener questions. Chris talks about the new micro heli head from GuruZ, and James gets jealous because Chris got to fly a Total G-equipped heli. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About: GuruZ website CY Rave ENV (new pics) TME Ultra-micro battery adapter This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for LAHeli products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_76_-_MailBag_Flying.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:27 AM Comments[0] Mon, 16 November 2009 ATTF #118 - Do it for the Money This week we kick out some of your PSC questions via Lucien Miller, talk about dead slowsticks and a ghost hunt.  Congrats to the winners of the RCM&E contest as well as the Oct giveaway by DWFoamies and Innov8tiveDesigns!  Winna Winnas! Mentions: Scorpion/DW Foamies contest winner here! Thanks HPP! The Jig is up, looks to make soldering a bit easier. The Graupner Terry Diggs buys a Cularis and gets attacked by a vapor Flying at Lake Jordan Leadfeather has an EPP Edge 540 42” EPP Yak 55 by Leadfeather and Motorhead Buy the EPP Yaks and Edge 540 here Higher Plane has sweet 2010 Calendars   * Direct download: ATTF_118_-_Do_it_for_the_money.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:53 PM Comments[0] Fri, 13 November 2009 InsideHeli #75 - Nick Maxwell Join James and Chris as they talk with Nick Maxwell! This was a fun interview, so don't miss it. Stuff We Talked About: Curtis Youngblood Enterprises PowerHelis.com CY Rave CY Rave ENV (production sample pics) TME Xtrema - new pricing! This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for LAHeli products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_75_-_Nick_Maxwell.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:16 AM Comments[0] Mon, 9 November 2009 ATTF #117 - The Andrew Files This week top RC pilot Andrew Jesky joins us to talk about competition.  Also Lucien Miller is here to pound out another Power System Corner question.  Join in and listen! Mentions: Welcome our new sponsor Scrtsqrl linked us to this FPV dogfight vid from kason Great full scale video brought to us by Skaffen The AJ Slick from 3D hobby shop SEFF 2010 April 22-25 Micro 4 - site delayed - Again! Also Horizon Hobby site layout. My Name is Hank  RCG post The Slow Stick still rocks The Slow Stick X does too One more great video * Direct download: ATTF_117_-_The_Andrew_Files.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:39 AM Comments[0] Fri, 6 November 2009 InsideHeli #74 - A Chat With Aaron Shell Join James and Chris as they talk with Aaron "aaronredbaron" Shell and find out what he's been up to lately. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About: Castle ESC giveaway on CrackRoll.com Baron's Hobbies website Time Lapse T-Rex build (YouTube video) Aaron's excellent hat (YouTube video) Carangifoil (YouTube video) Carangifoil news article This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for LAHeli products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_74_-_Aaron_Shell.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 3:26 PM Comments[0] Mon, 2 November 2009 ATTF #116 - PSC round table Back at it again for hot and sexy show 116.   Full PSC by Lucien Miller stacks this deck.  Keep sending those questions in and receive a killer Scorpion swag pack if they get answered!    Mentions: Diggs SlowStick FPV Vapor Micro 4 site appears to be delayed till Dec. Yak 55 Build MotorHead Yak 55 kits Higher Plane Productions HuckFest 09 RealFlight 5 RCM&E mag contest! * Direct download: ATTF_116_-_PSC_round_table.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:44 AM Comments[0] Fri, 23 October 2009 InsideHeli #73 - Century Radikal G20 with Bill Meador Join James and Chris as they talk with Century R&D guy Bill Meador and get the scoop on the new Century Radikal G20 gasser. This 600-660mm gasser heli is going to twist your crank! Tune in! Stuff We Talked About: Radikal G20 comparison page Torpedo Tunable Muffler BH Hanson Model Products This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for LAHeli products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_73_-_RadikalG20_BillMeador.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:35 PM Comments[0] Mon, 19 October 2009 ATTF #115 - Tucson Shootout We have a full house of guests for #115.  Joining us is Jason Noll (pilot), Fred and Heather from HPP, Diggs, Jamie and of course we fit in some Lucien Miller from Innov8tiveDesigns.com to answer your PSC questions.   Tune in, tune up, Chillax. Tucson Shoot with Jason Noll. Glue, it's not just for male grooming. Mentions: DW Foamies/Scorpion Giveway! WIN - Kalteisen Foam Katana 40 and Extreme Flight Power System RCM&E contest  Win a full year of the killer mag! Parkzone has new planes on the way  (pic) "Fund" Fly, November 7, Newport News, VA Direct download: ATTF_115_-_Tuscon_Shooootout.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:09 AM Comments[0] Sun, 18 October 2009 InsideHeli #72 - Art from Skookum Robotics Join James and Chris as they talk with Art from Skookum Robotics and get the scoop on the new 3-axis SK-720 flight stabilization system. There are some exciting features in this soon-to-be-released unit. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About: Skookum Robotics Drag Race video (Chris' 1st race event) Drag Race video (Chris' 2nd race event) Drag Race video (in a HeliFreak post with info) This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for LAHeli products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_72_-_skookum_robotics.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:11 AM Comments[0] Mon, 12 October 2009 ATTF #114 - Lipo'd Tech Join in this week as Jamie is sick and the whole crew gets way off topic! Ok, lipo technology, a few PSCs from Lucien Miller, banter and news!  No more SuperFly (wth? - why the hate?). Mentions: Fred and Heather covering the Tucson Shootout! Trappy and his FPV Ritewing Zephyr Ritewing Zephyr thread Superfly appears to be for sale. Aurora 9's should start shipping this week! Axon Racing P51D review on RCG Available at 2DogRc Electrifly's Silhouette Review on RCG macr0t0rs' post notes * Direct download: ATTF_114_-_Lipod_Tech.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:14 PM Comments[0] Thu, 8 October 2009 InsideHeli #71 - Head Hunter Hurricane Frame Join James and Chris as they talk with Ben Warren. Ben has developed an aftermarket frame for the Gaui Hurricane 550, and his company is named Head Hunter Helis. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About: Chris' NZ Vacation pictures Head Hunter Helis website The Helifreak Head Hunter Build thread The Big Balls Bearing Blocks and Easy Mesh Motor Mount thread The overall frame design development thread The general Gaui Hurricane 550 Forum This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for LAHeli products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_71_-_HeadHunter_Hurri_Frame.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:01 PM Comments[0] Mon, 5 October 2009 ATTF #113 - DLGs and Radians We get another full house and RC banter!  David Klien joins in to talk about some DLG and DS.  Lucien Miller discusses cold solder joints and motors shorting out ESCs.    Diggs buys a truck load of Radians.  Come one, come all.  Mentions: October Giveaway!! Nice slopers in South Africa!  #2site No Lithium on big planes? Lipo that is shaped like the 8 Cell AA packs. 40C Rhinos seem to be kick ass after first run. 4-Site from E-flite WIN - Kalteisen Foam Katana 40 and Extreme Flight Power System Predator 2 from HJZ model Blaster 2 from Kennedy Composites and Vladamir Models The Mystress from "Double Papa" on RCGroups.com Samuel kelly -  Thanks for the hot logo! * Direct download: ATTF_113_-_DLGs_and_Radians.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:01 AM Comments[0] Mon, 28 September 2009 ATTF #112 - A NEAT show A full packed show filled with guests and content.  Learn what happens at the NEAT Fair from first hand experiences from Jason from Hobby-lobby and Daniel from ZeroRC.  Also Lucien joins in for more PSC excitement.    Tune in. Mentions: ZeroRC's coverage of the NEAT Fair Some NEAT Fair videos Some amazing professional photos from NEAT E-flite Ultra Micro 4 site Flying Monkey's awesome MSR tips thread Ritewing thread and NZ East Coast Hand Launch Glider Festival Fred has all the vids up for Fly For Tots Woody Phifers/Blaniks Twinjet at NEAT Thanks Vinny! MultiplexUSA.com * Direct download: ATTF_112_-_A_NEAT_show.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:08 PM Comments[0] Tue, 22 September 2009 InsideHeli #70 New moves and Bobby Smith Join Daniel from ZeroRC and James as they talk about learning new moves. Bobby Smith from RRE Models  also joins them to talk about batteries, blades and flybarless systems. This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_70_-_New_Moves_and_Bobby_Smith.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 6:51 PM Comments[0] Sun, 20 September 2009 ATTF #111 - Fly for Tots and mens grooming Fly for Tots event coverage encompasses this episode as Diggs recalls happenings.  A bit of news and strange|gross tips for that older man in your life.  Mentions: MS Composit is back in the USA! Fly For Tots:  $27K+ raised Hodges Hobbies All Electric Fly - In V4 Sep 25-26 SEFF 2010 official dates released Outdoor EPP Yak 55 by MotorHead Order MotorHeads' planes Also a cool EPP shoe string indoor racer Fpv F-16 (jet) RC heli sim for the iphone/touch Transforming plane . Direct download: ATTF_111_-_Fly_for_Tots_and_mens_grooming.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:38 PM Comments[0] Mon, 14 September 2009 ATTF #110 - Lipo Envy A full house joins in on the extravigant episode.  Joining us is Danial from ZeroRC and Lucien from Innov8tiveDesigns.  We talk about events and answer some PSC questions about lipos.  Should you use a lipo in your TX? Find out! Mentions: NEAT Fly for Tots IRCHA Lipo+TX poll LightFlite Bug MyRCLog Daniel's review of the Dualsky XMotor Ultra low self discharge batteries * Direct download: ATTF_110_-_Lipo_Evny.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:55 AM Comments[0] Mon, 14 September 2009 InsideHeli 69 - mSR and Review Join James and Chris as they talk about the Eflite Blade mSR, iCharger 208B review, new lipos from Bobby and more. Stuff We Talked About: Bert's OS55 Video E-flite Blade mSR iCharger 208B MyRCLog.com RRE Models Lipos Video of the week This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for LAHeli products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_69_-_mSR_and_Review.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:09 AM Comments[0] Mon, 7 September 2009 ATTF #109 - Medic! Safety show We attempt not to pass out in this blood filled episode.  Join us as James (primestick) educates us on being safe at the field and what you should do in case of emergencies. This is the health show, ATTF style. Mentions: Fema 1 Fema 2 NEAT  Jamies' Video First Aid kit * Direct download: ATTF_109_-_Medic_Safty_show.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 4:18 PM Comments[0] Sat, 5 September 2009 InsideHeli #68 - Bert Kammerer Join James and Chris as they talk with Bert Kammerer. Bert shares tuning tips for OS engines, and of course there is our usual heli banter. He's also got a great website and his own "Ask the Pro" section at www.AllMYRC.com!  Tune in! Stuff We Talked About: BertRC.com Bert's forum at AllMYRC.com This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for LAHeli products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_68_-_BertKammerer.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:14 AM Comments[0] Wed, 2 September 2009 ATTF #108 - Wet Flying Events Diggs tells us all about the Randy Covington Event for 09.  We also do get to talk about latest RC news and rumors.  Who starts rumors? ;)  We'd like to thank Shawn from MultiplexUSA, HigherPlaneProductions and to everyone that participated in the last giveaway.  Once we know the winner, we will post the HPP video up. Mentions: RDRC Fly for Tots on Sept 19 & 20 How to build a B1 Bomber, thanks Xptical HPP coverage of the Randy Covington 3DHS Viper is Haawt! Diggs buys an MSR BnF Superfly original almost gone!!! Motorhead makes a 42" version of Leadfeathers Yak 55! DW Foamies pylon racers FlyCam III B-29 returns! Multiplex Xeno Hobby-Lobby R1 Racer Clearance Jamies' new web app * Direct download: ATTF_108_-_Wet_Flying_Events.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:46 PM Comments[0] Fri, 28 August 2009 InsideHeli #67 - Jerome from KME Engines Join James and Chris as they talk with Jerome from KME Engines. Learn about the design and features of the new Diamond .60 Pro, and find out why it's hot. Also, they have an update from Andy and how he's getting along with the GyroBot 900 you, the listeners, got for him as well as talk about the InsideHeli section at a new forum: www.AllMYRC.com!  Tune in! Stuff We Talked About: KME Engines InsideHeli forum at AllMYRC.com This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for LAHeli products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_67_-_KME-Engines.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:04 AM Comments[0] Mon, 24 August 2009 ATTF #107 - Dual Millers We get 2 Millers for the price of one!   Gather around the camp fire and listen to this magnificent episode of 107.  A lot of banter, news and Power System Corners! Mentions: WIN a Multiplex Parkmaster 3D! Skycart by leadfeather Free motors! Aurora 9 has been pre-ordered A very sexy TwinJet build RD-RC fly for tots Sept. 19th-20th Rams Club Randy Covington All Electric August 29th & 30th Awesome organic Head tracking device RiteWing Zephyr Direct download: ATTF_107_-_Dual_Millers.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 5:40 PM Comments[0] Fri, 21 August 2009 InsideHeli #66 - IRCHA 2009 Event Coverage Join James, Chris, and Daniel as they chat about IRCHA 2009. As you can tell from the links below, new flybarless (FBL) flight stabilization units were a hot topic. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About: IRCHA Official website CY Enterprises (Total G FBL - no info on site yet) Skookum Robotics (new 3-axis FBL - no info on site yet) CSRC (Rondo FBL) ReadyHeli (Mikado Mini VBar FBL) Inertia RC (Axiom FBL) ZeroRC.com (Daniel's event pics) This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_66_-_IRCHA.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 8:51 AM Comments[0] Sun, 16 August 2009 ATTF #106 - David from RCM&E In this grand episode, Jamie and Diggs get to talk to David Ashby of RCM&E.  Learn about bits over  the pond and about one of the worlds leading RC magazines.   Follow David on Twitter Mentions: RCM&E Win a Parkmaster 3D from Multiplex and ATTF! 40C Rhino packs are out RC Groups review of the Parkzone P51 Parkzone announces Messerschmitt Bf-109G BNF and RTF T-28D Trojan PNP by ParkZone 8th Annual Randy Covington Electric Fly on Aug 29th - 30th Fly for Tots Charity fly-in by the RDRC Sept. 19-20 Hot night flying from 3D Hobby Shops! XFC DVD from Higher Plane Productions Trouble Maker has a new site with CNC cut Yak 55’s * Direct download: ATTF_106_-_David_from_RCME.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:01 AM Comments[0] Mon, 10 August 2009 ATTF #105 - Hot August Banter We are back at it this week with a full plate of banter.  Join in as we talk about latest R/C banter and events that are coming or that have passed.  Mentions: Randy Covington Electric Fly on Aug 29th - 30th Sept. 19-20 -> Fly-For-Tots '09 Enter our contest! Win a Multiplex Parkmaster 3D The YAK 55 kits are coming to New Zealand The Aurora 9 is pushed back? Fred and RJ fly the Multiplex Twister at the lake. Celectra 4-Port 1-Cell Li-Po Charger by E-flite Parkzone Sukhoi FMA Cellpro charger 'Free' audio book by Chris Anderson  (free book) Jamie's box arrived from the shipping gorillas Buy your YAK or Slowfly from Mike Cool place to buy O-rings and Welders glue * Direct download: ATTF_105_-_Hot_August_Banter.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:16 PM Comments[0] Fri, 7 August 2009 InsideHeli #65 - Pre-IRCHA banter and other stuff Join James and Chris as they follow up on last week's PSC regarding the JR 8717 servos, and provide an update on the Kong Power battery tests. There's also talk about the iCharger 208B, IRCHA, collective / energy management, great coffee, and funny video action. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About: Bob Hoover energy management video (YouTube) Hilarious "oopsie" video (YouTube) ReadyHeli Kong Power packs Arizona Beans (buy your coffee!) HeliFreak thread about AZBeans This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_65_-_Pre-IRCHA_etc.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:03 PM Comments[0] Tue, 4 August 2009 ATTF #104 - HigherPlane and Miller Time This week ATTF brings out some splashing conversation with Heather (FLG) and Fred from HigherPlaneProductions.  Also Lucien Miller from Innov8tiveDesigns answers some of the harder questions sent in by YOU in the latest Power System Corner.   Jamie as not able to make the show this week be should return for more dudeness next week! Mentions: Multiplex contest! Win a Parkmaster 3D Blade MSR Looks fun Sukhoi is finally out New 60in wing from CK over at Ritewing XFC DVD is out on the heels of the SEFF DVD Randy Covington all electric Aug 29 and 30 and Swap meet RDRC Fly for Tots Sept. 19-20 Direct download: ATTF_104_-_HigherPlane_and_Miller_Time.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 6:09 PM Comments[0] Fri, 31 July 2009 InsideHeli #64 - Power System Corner with Lucien Miller Join James and Chris as they talk about the iCharger 208B, IRCHA, and crashes. We also have an installment of the Power System Corner with Lucien Miller from Innov8tive Designs. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About: Curtis Youngblood's AMA Nats video (RunRyder) ProgressiveRC.com Matt Botos' Logo 600 crash (YouTube) This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_64_-_Power_System_Corner.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:47 PM Comments[0] Mon, 27 July 2009 ATTF #103 - LeadFeather and Adam - Yak love In 103 we get to sit down with Leadfeather who has designed and brought us the Firefly, 'PBF' and EPP Yak55.  Also joining us is Adam which has a great skill in painting planes, you may have seen his tutorial airbrushing videos already.     Mentions: EPP Yak 55 by LeadFeather F-35 By LeadFeather FireFly Adreher (Adam) and his awesome paint thread. Jamie gets HD Vid of his EPP Yak 55 HPP SEFF 09 DVD is out and it rocks DW Foamy BAF Yak EastRC street fair! New club - Flying Tigers of Jordon Lake Harbor Freight Dual Action Airbrush Acromaster . Direct download: ATTF_103_-_LeadFeather_and_Adam_-_Yak_love.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:38 AM Comments[0] Fri, 24 July 2009 InsideHeli #63 - Tom Talks Flying, plus a Giveaway James and Chris chat with Tom Erb: RC heli instructor, competition flyer, and field rep for Futaba and Miniature Aircraft. Chris throws out an InsideHeli trivia question with RCStyx as the prize. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About FAI F3C Website Precision Heli Aerobatics Website RunRyder thread about precision aerobatics Futaba Miniature Aircraft USA ReadyHeli ProgressiveRC This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_63_-_Tom_talks_flying.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 5:11 PM Comments[0] Mon, 20 July 2009 ATTF #102 - RCadvisor and some PSC ATTF crew gets a chance to talk to Carlos from RCadvisor.com again.  Carlos has a new book out that is better than ever!   Also Lucien hit's out a couple PSC questions for us.  Come on and listen. Mentions: RCAdvisor new book     Buy it here Parkzone Radian and prop issues one and two DW Foamies New Extra! EPP Yak 55 by Lead Feather Kiwi RC is distributing Ritewings New Super cub review by the Grose boys on RCG SEFF 09 DVD Ritewing 36 sportster Adam Built onsale on RCG Cool vids from DADDE from Sweden also has a cool Blizzard Smokin deal on AR 6200’s Superfly Crazy Groundhog   Direct download: ATTF_102_-_RCadvisor_and_some_PSC.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:16 AM Comments[0] Thu, 16 July 2009 No InsideHeli this week! Due to conflicting schedules and unscheduled life events, there is no InsideHeli for this week. Fret not, for we have a guest lined up for next week and even some new hardware to talk about. Stay tuned! Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:35 PM Comments[0] Mon, 13 July 2009 ATTF #101 - MultiPlex Passing the 1oo mark and entering the next big 1oo brings in big players.  Join us as we pick Shawn Spikers' brain from Multiplex.  We get a chance to talk with one of the most beloved RC vendors in the market and find out what's in store for MPX as well as current products.  News and banter keeps 101 very long.  So enjoy it for the commute to work this week.  New giveaway coming for August!  Thanks to Shawn! Mentions: MultiplexUSA  and Facebook site The Extreme Flight Extra 300-EXP ARF HPP / Henderson Fly-in video coming to flightpass soon Yak 55 By leadfeather... Gotta build one!  Or get a kit MSComposit can be purchased at LazerToyz and Airlandseahobby $12.99 airbrush from harbor freight! Scrt Sqrl posted vid of a mini van with a 37" LCD screen for FPV flight. Phlatprinter MKII is getting close. RDRC Fly For Tots is coming up in September 19-20, 2009 Riverside RC / RAMS events 3rd annual swap meet in Winston Salem August 8 August 29th & 30th - Randy Covington Electric Fly-In RCAdvisor new book is out!  Buy it. Direct download: ATTF_101_-_Multiplex.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:38 AM Comments[0] Fri, 10 July 2009 InsideHeli #62 - Jeremy 'Lithiumstatic' Harvey James and Chris chat with Jeremy "Lithiumstatic" Harvey. If you don't know who he is, we guarantee you'll be inspired by his story. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About JeremyHarveyRC.com Texas Scottish Rite Hospital Bergen Helicopters Outrage Helicopters This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_62_-_JeremyHarvey.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:42 AM Comments[0] Mon, 6 July 2009 ATTF #100 - Live. Congrats to everyone, hosts, sponsors, listeners in reaching #100!!.  This is our live show sponsored by Innov8tiveDesigns.  Lucien gave away MANY sweet scorpion items!  If you where not able to make the live show, here it is.   We had many call-ins, giveaways and had time for some news.  All hosts where here:  Jamie, Diggs, James, Chris and Lucien! Mentions: 4 port Eflite 1s charger Innov8tiveDesigns 2DogRC - new site!  -  coupon code ATTF to save 10% Direct download: ATTF_100_-_Live.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:55 AM Comments[0] Fri, 3 July 2009 InsideHeli #61 - Heli Blaze Fun Fly and Other Stuff James and Chris chat about the Heli Blaze fun fly, James' latest crash, and other assorted fun things. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About James' Knight flying video (YouTube) James' Knight crash video (YouTube) Chris' Fun Fly videos and pics HeliGeek's Review of InsideHeli Servo current draw data (RCG post) New E-Flite heli sneak peek (YouTube) This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_61_-_Funfly.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:29 PM Comments[0] Mon, 29 June 2009 ATTF #99 - RadioCarbonArt interview We get a chance to talk to Paul Naton from RadioCarbonArt.  RCA develops the best "how-to" slope gliding and RC instructional videos.  Also great videos on RC entertainment.  If you would like to really get into sloping, these DVDs will greatly improve your flying skills.  Email, banter and story times. Mentions: ATTF Episode #100 Live - win some schwag. Eden Indoor flyin on the 4th of July! Henderson RC Flying club Fly-in Sapac L-39 contest - go vote! Hitec Aurora 9 Walk through Vids. Thanks apriliamille Ultrafly sale going on at HobbyPeople.net Cap Maniac from Performance Aircraft Unlimited on sale Cool FPV with the MaxiSwift from Raphael Airland hobbies is fast and cheap! Modified 1s USB charger MS Composit WT*??? Find Brian S. Butts Youtube Channel bsbbutts1@yahoo.com 317-869-8586  (home?) new one::  (317) 578-1955 location of business Skype:     bsbbutts1 bbutts@mscomposit.com Phone: 317-578-1955 - disconnected Contact corporate macr0t0rs' post notes Direct download: ATTF_99_-_RadioCarbonArt_interview.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:48 AM Comments[0] Thu, 25 June 2009 InsideHeli #60 - LAHeli Ricco SE Review James and Chris finally get to the meat of the LAHeli Ricco SE review, and they chat about Chris' flybarless Protos tuning. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About LAHeli Ricco Review Time Warp TV Show (forum to post request for RC heli show) G401B gyro G401B gyro discussion thread (RCGroups) This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_60_-_LAHeli_Ricco_Review.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:18 PM Comments[0] Mon, 22 June 2009 ATTF #98 - BEC love and Killing This week we learn all kinds of new things!   Lucien Miller is back for some PSC actions, Diggs orders Radians in bulk, Jamie thinks he has found the Grail of RC radios.    PSC is all about killing on-board BECs and FETS.  Mentions: Henderson RC Club Fly-In on July 11 XFC HD-video coverage at Higher Plane Production EPP Yak 55 by LeadFeather Airland Hobbies Radio Carbon Art RC Radio Wiki - come and add your TX! Live show coming up! * macr0t0rs' post notes Direct download: ATTF_98_-_BEC_love_and_Killing.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:33 AM Comments[0] Wed, 17 June 2009 InsideHeli #59 - XFC Report James and Chris are joined by "osterizer" Bill, and they chat about James and Bill's trip to the XFC event. There is also talk about Bill's Swift "SLT", and Chris' new Ricco (an upcoming InsideHeli review). Tune in! Stuff We Talked About XFC Coverage on RCGroups XFC Coverage on RunRyder XFC Coverage on Crackroll Swift "SLT" pictures This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_59_-_XFCstories.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:24 PM Comments[0] Mon, 15 June 2009 ATTF #97 - Amber lite Jamie is sick, Diggs is crashing but we still manage to pull out a slightly informative show.   Learn about new some new transmitters, avoid crashing and super bright lights.   No more fake Deans? Mentions: Micro JST buy Super bright LEDs New Airtronics radio Diggs crahs pics RCM&E Radian Thread Radian Replacement prop discussion Todd's Models Hitec Aurora 9 Wanna Bug video by Tsuasai Direct download: ATTF_97_-_Amber_lite.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:00 PM Comments[0] Mon, 8 June 2009 ATTF #96 - FPV with a squirrel In this episode we get an ear full of FPV!  What is First Person Viewing, how much is it, is it safe, what do squirrels eat?   Learn how to fly with video goggles or a feeder!  Chris joins in as well and we do get a bit of heli talk in.  Jonathan Baron currently in Norway joins in to help us out. Mentions: VRFlyer's Aerobatic Plane Starter Set-up with the Geek Box Blog-"FPV Cliff Notes" An excellent reference and good place to start FPV Forum on RCG LeadFeathers' PBF plane macr0t0rs' post notes * Direct download: ATTF_96_-_FPV_with_a_squirrel.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:47 AM Comments[0] Fri, 5 June 2009 InsideHeli #58 - A Chat With Aaron Shell James and Chris get Aaron "aaronredbaron" Shell on the show to talk about (what else?) helicopters. Chris reveals another upcoming review, and finally has his own flybarless stabilization unit in-hand. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About LAHeli Ricco from ElektroRC Joe Nall Fly-in Baron's Hobbies CrackRoll.com GotHeliRC.com (the other LAHeli dealer in the US) Jim's (macr0t0r) comments on #58 (RCGroups post) This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_58_-_AaronRedBaron.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 3:30 PM Comments[0] Mon, 1 June 2009 ATTF #95 - Going on the Cheap Getting rid of gold bling and ordering from the dollar store!   In the episode we talk about going out on the cheap to build planes.  In this economy how many can buy $100 receivers?  Hey, we have real life in the way!  Lucien Miller is out at events all week so no PSC this week.  But do check out the new PSC Index by RPMrpm!  Mentions: Fred @ HPP has a new DVD Crazy Assan + ThunderBird motor issue Video 2DogRC has a cool new indoor micro P51. Win one EPP Yak55 by leadfeather FireFly by leadfeather Tallflyer has a new SloYak and is now selling the motofly motors Hitec Aurora 9 IYF from Ritewing Radian Swift II RCFlightCast DonsRC - take a drink dollarrcparts.com valuehobby.com bphobbies.com 2DogRC.com  (save 10% with ATTF coupon) * Direct download: ATTF_95_-_Going_on_the_Cheap.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:13 AM Comments[0] Thu, 28 May 2009 InsideHeli #57 - Swag winners and other fun stuff James and Chris (with some help from Liz) draw winners for the InsideHeli swag. Chris chats about flying his mini Titan on 4S, and reveals that he has a flybarless unit on order. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About RCHeliWiki Bargain CF tail blades Skookum Robotics This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_57_-_swag_and_4SMT.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:54 PM Comments[0] Fri, 22 May 2009 ATTF #94 - 2.4Ghz In Depth That's right, not just banter this time - we have a topic! Join Chris, Diggs, Jamie and Lucien in a full discussion about 2.4Ghz radio talk.  Why should you use it, why you should not and what could kill it.  If your converting from 72mhz or new to the hobby, this could help! Giveaway for April Winner! By RCadvisor & HigherPlaneProductions Winner -->  Arvin Geronimo ! You get box of crap, 2 books and 2 years of calculation! macr0t0rs' post notes Direct download: ATTF_94_-_2.4Ghz_In_Depth.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:49 AM Comments[0] Fri, 15 May 2009 InsideHeli #56 - Definitions and Maintenance James and Chris discuss heli definitions, and chat about maintenance items too. Chris has more to say about flying his Knight 600E on 10S2P A123. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About Knight 600E on 10S2P A123 (HeliFreak thread) Heli Definitions (PDF file) This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_56_-_Definitions_and_Maintenance.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:48 AM Comments[0] Sat, 9 May 2009 ATTF #93 - SEFF09 We are back from vacation!  The ATTF crew spend a whole week in Georgia attending SEFF and we are ready to talk.  Joining us is Jim Graham from RCGroups.com.  Mentions: All Things SEFF from RC Groups Best Memories thread of SEFF 09 Great Highlight video from Jfetter Ohio Combat SRT-10 - - 13 feet of twin motored flying wing fury!! Flight video of the wing from SEFF Hobby Lobby 12 FT Telemaster prize drop pics Random SEFF pics ATTF related photos Provided by SoaringLarry SEFF HD videos from Jamie Direct download: ATTF_93_-_SEFF09.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:13 PM Comments[0] Fri, 8 May 2009 InsideHeli #55 - James goes Flybarless and Swift Misadventures Finally, a new episode! James talks about his flybarless experiences with the Knight and Frenzy, and Chris tells all about his Swift incident. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About Skookum Robotics SK360 Swift Crash (RCG post) Henseleit Helicopters (factory site) Henseleit Video 1 and Video 2 This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_55_-_Flybarless_At_Last.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 8:54 AM Comments[0] Fri, 24 April 2009 ATTF #92 -PSC Roundup We are gone to SEFF this week!  So just sit back and re-listen to Luciens' Power System Corder roundup. So please thank Socomon for the ATTF PSC re-mix! Come down and say hi to us at our booth! Direct download: ATTF_92_-PSC_Roundup.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 5:42 PM Comments[0] Mon, 20 April 2009 ATTF #91 - CA'd Tubes In this episode Diggs wants to kill a glider and Jamie about does.  We also let loose our frustrations in ordering from over seas operations.  But it's not all hate - New product talk, events and an attempted soaring episode! Mentions: Big SEFF sale at Ritewing SEFF April 30th- May3rd, 2009 Radian Battle 6S Maxi Swift Assan 2.4Ghz Hack Fred and Heather at Dix field Jamies First Slope Soaring **Updated.  After 3 hours of this post, looked what showed up. Direct download: ATTF_91_-_CAd_Tubes.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:43 AM Comments[0] Fri, 17 April 2009 InsideHeli #54 - 450 Comparo and Frenzy Review Wrap-Up Join James and Chris as they do a listener-requested comparison of four 450-class helis. James does the final wrap-up of the JS Models Frenzy review, and they give an update on last show's fund raiser. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About JS Models TZ-V2 Frenzy Review (ATTF / IH Reviews Page) InsideHeliPodcast YouTube Channel Hobby-Lobby (Dragonus Distributor) A Main Hobbies (Thunder Tiger mini Titan) A Main Hobbies (T-Rex 450) Ron's HeliProz South (Blade 400 / Parts) TME Ultra-Micro battery adapter This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_54_-_450-ComparoAndFrenzyWrapUp.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 8:38 AM Comments[0] Mon, 13 April 2009 ATTF #90 - Paint aggetation Tired and beat down from a long hot Easter Sunday, Diggs and Jamie still bring a rifting show!  Well, not super rifting, just a bit rifting.  Ok, one rift worth!  We talk about ironing, painting, washing and drying (what show is this again?).   RC banter is hidden in to this very feminine show of ATTF. Mentions: SEFF prep RCX RC-Expo April 18 & 19 Welders Glue New MicroDan Motor Wicked TL 50 sloper MS Composit Maxi Swift Maxi Swift FPV Parkzone Radian 6 color airbrush kit   Direct download: ATTF_90_-_Paint_Aggetation.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:26 AM Comments[0] Thu, 9 April 2009 InsideHeli #53 - Review Wrap-Up, Fun Fly, and a Fund Raiser Join James and Chris as they record a show from the same location for the first time! There is much chatter about the Austin Fun Fly, Chris does the final wrap-up of the Compass Knight 600E review, and they talk about a fund raiser for a good cause. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About Compass Knight 600E Review (ATTF / IH Reviews Blogpage) Austin Fun Fly Videos (Jeff's YouTube Channel) Austin Fun Fly Pictures (Kevin's Picasa Album) Ace Helis Custom Canopies (RunRyder Album) We hit our goal! We'll be buying Andy a Gyrobot 900!! This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_53_-_Knight_and_FundRaiser.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:56 PM Comments[0] Mon, 6 April 2009 ATTF #89 - ETOC with Miller We get a chance to talk about this years ETOC!  Lucien Miller brings us insight to the event along with some Power System Corner answers!  Diggs looses it, Jamie gets confused - It's all here. Winner of March Giveaway is announced!  Congrats to Ken Brown!  He won a lifetime supply of FlightPass! Mentions: Missing Parkzone Radian Scorpion SII-3008-1090 PhlatBoyz Printer ETOC Coverage! April Contest – Win a box of crap! Easy Glider Pro Ritewing DLite! Congrats to the ETOC winners 1. Seth Arnold 2. Jason Noll 3. Gernot Bruckman 4. Andrew Jesky * Direct download: ATTF_89_-_ETOC_with_Miller.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 6:16 PM Comments[0] Tue, 31 March 2009 InsideHeli #52 - Listener Mail Galore Join James and Chris as they read several listener emails, including a follow-up from the AMA Park Pilot interview and a response from Dave Mathewson, AMA President. Also, more teasers about the two upcoming heli reviews Chris and James are preparing. Stuff We Talked About JS Models TZ-V2 "3D Frenzy" from Amain Hobbies Compass Knight 600E from KBDD, LLC, now distributed by CommonSense RC This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_52_-_Listener_Mail_Galore.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:20 PM Comments[0] Mon, 30 March 2009 ATTF #88 - Wing'n it This show just turned into a wing show.  We have the Swift II review discussion, Chris K. from RiteWingRC joins us to talk about new wings he has been testing out.  Puller, UAV, FPV ritewings? General RC discussions.  Airbrushing and ironing as well  :) Mentions: Swift 2 Review New Scorpion motors are out SEFF The Toledo Show FlightPass ETOC coverage RiteWingRC Thread on RCG Harbor Freight Airbrush Apple Barrel Paint on the cheap Video of the week A fan video. macr0t0rs' post notes Direct download: ATTF_88_-_Wingn_it.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:45 AM Comments[0] Mon, 23 March 2009 ATTF #87 - UAVs with Mr. Anderson We join Chris Anderson of DIYdrones.com to discuss UAVs and what it means for RC enthusiasts.  Chris brings in the UAV perspective to RC which will be new for many of us.   Of course up front banter, Diggs' story time, Jamie learns how to hold an airbrush and of course just reflections on RC. Mentions: Geekdad.com wired magazine TheLongTail  - Buy physical book | Buy Audio book Chris on Twitter attopilot Swift 2 review is up! contest is almost over! SEFF sponsors TheCrashCast RCflightcast macr0t0rs show summary. Direct download: ATTF_87_-_UAVs_with_Mr._Anderson.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:54 PM Comments[0] Sun, 22 March 2009 InsideHeli #51: Two new reviews, and true obsession Join James and Chris as they talk about two upcoming review models: the JS Models TZ-V2 Frenzy, and the Compass Knight 600E. Chris talks about his new mini Titan, Lucien Miller drops by for a Power System Corner, and they play a voicemail from a listener that you will need to hear to believe. Don't miss it! Stuff We Talked About JS Models TZ-V2 "3D Frenzy" from Amain Hobbies Compass Knight 600E from KBDD, LLC, now distributed by CommonSense RC Thunder Tiger miniTitan This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_51_-_Two_Reviews_and_PSC.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:43 PM Comments[0] Mon, 16 March 2009 ATTF #86 - SEFF 09 with Jeff Myers We get a rare glimpse into what SEFF is all about.  Joining us this episode is Jeff Myers .  Jeff is responsible for making sure SEFF gets done.  We get to ask him some questions while finding out what is is store for us at SEFF 09.  Also we have some news and banter up frontal of course!! Mentions: RCM&E Magazine AMA Vapor Swift II From MS Composit Twitter Official SEFF site RC Groups SEFF Thread SEFF is Calling video From HPP/Flightpass (Free) RCFlightCast Direct download: ATTF_86_-_SEFF_09_with_Jeff.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:25 AM Comments[0] Fri, 13 March 2009 InsideHeli #50 - AMA Park Pilot Program Join James and Chris as they chat with Mark Smith from the Academy of Model Aeronautics about the relatively new Park Pilot Program. You'll learn how the PPP is helping to bring new people into the hobby and keep them there. Great stuff! Stuff We Talked About Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) Park Pilot Program This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_50_-_AMA_Park_Pilot_Program.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:30 PM Comments[0] Mon, 9 March 2009 ATTF # - 85 'Current' Events In 85 we get a taste of burning wires and magic smoke.  Lots of news bits, events coming up and Lucien packs in 3, yes 3 of your answers in a triple PSC episode!   Mentions: SEFF Electic flight expo.  EFX Next Weekend! ETOC at the Toledo Show 3,4,5 of April Diggs and the wrong wire Win a scorpion kit from Innov8tiveDesigns Join the FREE Hobby-Lobby R/C Star Program today! Luciens WireTable guide  (use Foxit Reader) A sponsor is a sponsor even is they are not an RC sponsor. Thanks so much again Mr. Jones.  March giveaway has started - HPP flightPass for life! Direct download: ATTF_85_-_Current_Events.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:58 AM Comments[0] Sun, 8 March 2009 InsideHeli #49 - It's all about A123 batteries! Join James and Chris as they chat with Bill Sanford about his A123-powered Align (yes, Align!) helicopters. We talk about the pros and cons of A123 cells, how to charge them, and how Bill actually managed to kill a few of them. Stuff We Talked About Baldwin Controls Zip charge terminator Zip Charging Discussion (RCG thread) Tanic Packs Mastech HY5020 charge cord Hyperion A123 battery connector bars Battery bar assembly tips (PDF file) Trex 600 / A123 Discussion (HeliFreak thread) This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_49_-_A123_Power_Systems.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:58 PM Comments[0] Tue, 3 March 2009 ATTF #84 - RC and The Man We get a chance to discuss some fear effect and new laws that we have to be paying attention to in the RC hobby.  Listen up, don't miss!  Patrick Egan and Lucien Miller joins us and bring everyone up to speed of what could be happening to our favorite pass time.   We do get another PSC (Power System Corner) squeezed in this show sponsored by innov8tivedesigns.com TWO questions answered!!  Mentions: RCAPA and Patrick Egan Order 1110.150 FAA AC 91-57 X-Gear durablity testing! The Polaris looks HOT! Horizons new AR6400 brick New Hobby Lobby site is up and running Direct download: ATTF_84_-_RC_and_The_Man.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:38 AM Comments[0] Thu, 26 February 2009 InsideHeli #48 - FAI - F3C flying and Power System Corner Join James and Chris as they chat with Henrik Engert about the FAI / F3C style of helicopter flying, and what you need to do to get started in competition. We also have a Power System Corner segment with Lucien Miller of Innov8tive Designs. Tune in! Stuff We Talked About RCPrecisionHeli.com (FAI / F3C information site) Hashimoto flying F3C (YouTube) Wayne Mann F3C Schedule A (YouTube) Scott Gray F3C Schedule B (YouTube, narration by Curtis Youngblood) This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales -  Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective Direct download: InsideHeli_48_-_FAI_Flying-PSC.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:22 AM Comments[0] Mon, 23 February 2009 ATTF #83 - RiteWing Diapers In grand 83 we talk about news and planes.  We also get a chance to talk to Adam about Ritewing wings.  Then Lucien Miller comes on for another great PSC about lipos and C ratings.  Don't miss it! Mentions: New book from Carlos is awesome Buy it Great airbrush tools at harbor freight Dual Action Airbrush MultiBrush kit Great thread for stencils and painting IYF 44 Ritewing Ritewing Park 30 RCM&E forums The RC twitters list Cool new profile YAK55 from Leadfeather Video of the week Pack of Yaks Direct download: ATTF_83_-_RiteWing_Diapers.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 6:58 PM Comments[0] Tue, 17 February 2009 InsideHeli #47 - Probar Flybarless System Join James and Chris as they chat with Probar flybarless unit designer Carlo, and also Bobby Smith from RREModels who's been flying it and helping Carlos tweak it. RREModels will also be selling the Probar when it hits the market. Stuff We Talked About All of these flight videos feature the Probar unit: Carlo flying the Joker (YouTube) Chris Harmon flying the Trex 600n (YouTube) Carlo flying the Raptor (YouTube) Bobby Smith flying the Knight (.wmv file) This episode is brought to you by ElektroRC, your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products, and by RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective. Direct download: InsideHeli_47_-_Probar-Flybarless.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:52 PM Comments[0] Mon, 16 February 2009 ATTF #82 - Battery Chaos In 82 we talk about latest RC news and events.  Also we have a great PSC with Lucien Miller discussing lipos and charging methods.  Find out what really happens when you put your prop on backwards. Mentions: RCM&E magazine New wing from RitewingRC Millennium RC releases the X-fuse SEFF 09 is coming! Fred & Flightpass at E-Fest Great E-Fest video from Foam and Tape The new Demon for Diggs Anyone know anything about this plane?!?! The Raptor GS now available at 2 Dog RC Video of the week Paul Naton of Radio Carbon Art. Twitter For updates use TwitterFox , Twitteriffic or Twhirl Direct download: ATTF_82_-_Lipo_Chaos.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:47 AM Comments[0] Mon, 9 February 2009 ATTF #81 - Edge 540 review and book signing A jammed packed episode with no messing around!   We get to talk to Carlos from RCadvisor.com about his new book and sweet calculator.  Also the Edge 540T EPP review is done and we talk about it.  Find out if the 2DogRC electronics are up for the task!  Edge 540T Review Mentions: April contest E-foamies RCM&E Magazine MSComposit BOOM! is ready Zenni Optical rocks Dave Reap has a nice nutball RC Night-Kites Review of the Dualsky Breeze on RCG Review of the Multiplex ParkMaster 3D The Parkzone Sukhoi appearance at E-fest The Goolie!!! PDF of the multiplex line. Direct download: ATTF_81_-_Edge_540_review_and_book_signing.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 4:00 AM Comments[0] Thu, 5 February 2009 InsideHeli #46 - AMA Misconceptions & Other Stuff Join James and Chris as they discuss listener emails, misconceptions about the AMA, and "keyboard experts". WARNING! Soapboxes will be climbed upon in this episode. Stuff We Talked About T2o's Kinetic 50e Knight 600e Ely-Q Vision JS Models TZ-V2 Tiny Blade 400 video (YouTube or Vimeo) Direct download: InsideHeli_46_-_AMA-and-Rants.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:27 PM Comments[0] Mon, 26 January 2009 ATTF #80 - Mark from 2dogRC.com Bow Wow!  In this exclusive episode of 80, we not only go senior but we also get Mark from 2DogRC.com on the show to shoot the breeze.  Join in as we discus more enduring RC banter style verbiages.  Mentions: Raptor GS Micro 4ch Axonracing RCM&E magazine MSComposite Swift II E-foamies.com Edge 540 EPP Direct download: ATTF_80_-_Mark_from_2dogRC.com.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 6:24 PM Comments[0] Fri, 23 January 2009 InsideHeli #45 - Curtis Youngblood Interview Join James and Chris as they chat with Curtis Youngblood about the Rave, the Solid-G, and other fun stuff. Don't miss this one! Stuff We Talked About Curtis Youngblood Enterprises Powerhelis.com Rave JR Radios Radix "Cosmetic Flaw" Blades JustPlaneChris' Blog James' IL-2 Website Direct download: InsideHeli_45_-_Curtis_Youngblood.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:34 PM Comments[0] Mon, 19 January 2009 ATTF #79 - PSC Q&A with a side of wet stone Jamie, Diggs and Lucien attempt to kick out as many Power System Corner questions in this lovely episode!! /Ok, Lucien kicks out the answers /.     Also;  sharpening blades like a caveman and event coverage! Mentions: Insane FPV Video. We do not condone this, but fun to watch. Another FPV vid of shooting the gap at high speed SEFF registration is open! Dave Royd and his plans in RCM&E mag! Dave also makes the Infineon (I3D) Bipe and a cool ultimate Bipe. AEF SHow in Mesa AZ! TallFlyer who does some slofly kits has a cool website. Direct download: ATTF_79_-_PSC_QA_with_a_side_of_wet_stone.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:31 AM Comments[0] Thu, 15 January 2009 InsideHeli #44 - AMA Trade Show, servos, and other stuff Join James and Chris as they chat with Lucien Miller about the AMA Trade Show held in Ontario California. Of course there's also motor talk, servo chatter (heh) and general heli fun. Join us! Stuff We Talked About Crabfu's video (YouTube) Century Align Miniature Aircraft Scorpion Calc Software (ZIP file) Hyperion servos (Manufacturer site with data) A Main Hobbies Bishop Power Products RC Supersales Direct download: InsideHeli_44_-_AMA_Show.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 8:10 PM Comments[0] Mon, 12 January 2009 ATTF #78 - The short, short version Love it or hate it - banter and news.  New Blade CX3, reviews coming in, mCX, Vapors, tasty EPP and crow season! Mentions: Blade CX3 has been announced The remaining Eden "Late" night films are available from HPP! Skaffen and the Magpie battle continue SEFF registration is open! Some nice deals @ Hobby People E-foamies.com 2DogRC USB mCX/Vapor charger Plantraco micros RCflightCast   Congrats to PJ Horn for winning the Dec 08 Giveaway from Innov8tive Designs Direct download: ATTF_78_-_The_short_short_version.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:46 AM Comments[0] Mon, 5 January 2009 ATTF #77 - Micro and Indoor Talk Welcome back and happy 2009!   Kicking off this year with an exhilarating episode of micro flying and indoor fun flies!  Talk about Diggs' adventures and Jamie has a new heli! Mentions: Blade mCX ParkZone 4-Channel Ultra-Micro USB charger for the tiny lipos Vapor 2 pcs 3.7V 130mAh LIPO for Blade MCX, Vapor, Cessna helis Direct download: ATTF_77_-_Micro_and_Indoor_Talk.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:22 PM Comments[0] Sun, 4 January 2009 InsideHeli #43 - Lipo Fire: A Listener's Story Join James and Chris as they chat with a listener about his recent experience with a lipo charging accident and fire. We also debut a new "flight challenge" segment. Don't miss it! NOTE: If you'd like to make a small donation to help Mike replace his hobby stuff, here's a donate button. Stuff We Talked About Video of the Week (zip file) Lipo Sack Battery Bunker Direct download: InsideHeli_43_-_Lipo_Fire.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:36 PM Comments[0] Mon, 22 December 2008 ATTF #76 - Year end 08! This is our last show! (of the year).  We talk all about what was cool and what sucked during 2008.  Also, Lucien Miller joins us yet again for some more Power System Corner.  This time it's all about the props unloading! (and other smart stuff). Thanks to everybody who makes this show happen, hosts, vendors and YOU the listener!!! Have a good New Year! Mentions: AFPD deal (no brainer deal) RCAdvisor (book deals?) Direct download: ATTF_76_-__Year_end_08.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:38 AM Comments[0] Sat, 20 December 2008 InsideHeli #42 - Holiday Wishes + Power System Corner Join James and Chris as they talk about what they want for Christmas, and Lucien Miller from Innov8tiveDesigns.com drops by for a Power System Corner segment. Stuff We Talked About Hitch Mount Cart Flybarless goodies Approach Engineering Cobra kit Direct download: InsideHeli_42_-_ChristmasList_and_PSC.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:41 PM Wed, 17 December 2008 ATTF #75 - It's an RC Christmas Curl up with a warm blanket and join the hosts next to the fireplace in this warm filling, money spending episode of 75.  Talk about our favorite items of the year, gifts to give that special RC person this holiday and of course news and updates in the RC world. Mentions: Updates for the Phoenix sim RTF and PnP Swift from Century The Wish List AMA Membership DVD/Flighpass subscription. Higher Plane Productions Ritewing RC - Best wings on the planet Ritewing RC IYF (In Your Face Wing) 36" Lightning FPV system FAT Shark JR 12X 2.4Ghz Transmitter JR X9303 Vapors - Sign up for a membership for the best prices! Or if you have Spectrum 2.4 TX the Bind and Fly Blade MCX Aerofly PRO Deluxe RC Flight Simulators Precision Aerobatics Ultimate AMR A big stack of EPP for a Slofly and other planes Big pile of Outrage Lipos Dremel stuff Slow Stick X products The Phlat Printer Blade 400 Heli SuperFly hotglue gun solder iron driver set (Phillips and flat) large bag of rubber bands Measuring devices (yard stick , ruler , strait edge , mm/in) dikes (cross cutters) wire strippers Velcro strips and Velcro straps big can of zip ties fishing weights large tackle box WD-40 Gorilla Glue digital scale strapping tape razor blades Direct download: ATTF_75_-_Its_an_RC_Christmas.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:06 AM Comments[0] Thu, 11 December 2008 InsideHeli #41 - Bobby Smith from RREModels.com Join James and Chris as they chat with Bobby and Rosenda Smith of RREModels.com! Bobby tells us how he got started in the hobby, and gives us an inside look at the creation of RREModels and why it's "An RC store from a pilot's perspective." Stuff We Talked About: Bobby's Flybarless Knight video Direct download: InsideHeli_41_-_Bobby_Smith_Interview.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:04 PM Comments[0] Mon, 8 December 2008 ATTF #74 - Sticky Props In Episode 74 Diggs and Jamie talk all about balancing props, nasty props and Lucien Miller steps in to make sense of it all!  Email, news and banter.  Diggs flies a Blade400 and we announce the winner for the Nov giveaway! Mentions: Build Log - DW Foamies 48" Juka Another build with very cool hinges Lazertoyz blue wonder and blue monster motors Millennium R/C SSX products CastleCreations Sale Blade 400 DW foamies Video of the wiik: 225mg micro RC plane Build thread * Direct download: ATTF_74_-_Sticky_Props.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:45 AM Comments[0] Wed, 3 December 2008 Power System Corner bit: BECs Lucien Miller from innov8tivedesigns tackles the BEC questions.  Differences, how, why and when to use a BEC. Thanks Paul W from CA. for the question! We are kicking you out some nice swag. If you want swag, be sure to send in your questions for Lucien to answer.  You can email, or certainly call in and leave a voice mail  (voice mail will always get to the front of the line) Mentions: dimensionengineering innov8tivedesigns.com Direct download: PowerSystem_Corner-__BECs.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:38 AM Comments[0] Mon, 1 December 2008 ATTF #73 - Not King of This Castle Glamorous number 73 is filled with email, news, maidens and rants!  Jamie complains about his favorite company and Diggs is feeling and sounding much better.  Another Power System Corner from Lucien Miller is also intertwined into this episode and it's about in-runners vs. outrunners.  Mentions: Just Go Fly Dave Powers HigherPlaneProductions LightFlightRC DWFoamies CastleCreations innov8tivedesigns Blade MCX review Extreme Flight Extra 300 Lmopar69 / Laine Blog Video of the week: Vinnie and his SlowStick Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#23 Direct download: ATTF_73_-_Not_King_of_This_Castle.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:31 AM Comments[0] Sat, 29 November 2008 InsideHeli #40 - Albert Tejera of TME Join James and Chris as they chat with Albert Tejera of Tejera Microsystems Engineering about his Xtrema charger and other products. Also we read listener email, and subject our guest to questionable humor. Stuff We Talked About: The Xtrema Charger Page Simple Smoke Pump CHARGEMinder Jim's (macr0t0r) Show comments (RCG post) Direct download: InsideHeli_40_-_Albert_Tejera_Interview.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:16 PM Comments[0] Sun, 23 November 2008 ATTF #72 - DWFoamies.com Interview Listen in with the hosts and Mike from DWfomies.com.  Learn how DWfomies got started and what they offer.  If you into flat foamies, this is the show for you! Email and news as well. Mentions: CastleCreations Left 4 Dead Hobby-Lobby Giveaway! * Direct download: ATTF_72_-_DWFoamies.com_Interview.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:57 PM Comments[0] Wed, 19 November 2008 InsideHeli #39 - Scorpion motor review & Power System Corner Join James and Chris as they talk about the new Scorpion 3026-880 motor for the Protos, and we also have our first installment of the Power System Corner with Lucien Miller from Innov8tive Designs! Stuff We Talked About: Scorpion 3026-880 Video of the Week (updated 08 Dec, original was no longer available) Data Charts (RCG Post) Direct download: InsideHeli_39_-_Scorpion_Motor_Review.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:35 PM Comments[0] Mon, 17 November 2008 ATTF #71 - PowerSystemCorner Intro We discuss cleanup and plane hangings!  Also email, news, banter and a taste of a new segement called 'Power System Corner' powered by Innov8tiveDesigns.com .  Join in the fun and learn something! Mentions: Live draw date of the November contest annouced! Sat Dec, 6th  : 8:30pm Mountain / 10:30pm Eastern RCSuperSales new promo CrtSqrl sent us some links for cheap FPV gear: 1 and 2 Great Vapor Review by barnesJonR Great Planes Viper 500 by Hondaboy92hatch DW Foamies Cool site for cheap blue wonder motors MegaFly Freestyle Hobby Full Belt FP ARC Motors Video of the week  and it's build thread *   Direct download: ATTF_71_-_PowerSystemCorner_Intro.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:40 AM Comments[0] Sun, 9 November 2008 InsideHeli #38 - Sticks and Rev Limiters Join James and Chris for this rather short episode as they read listener email and discuss setting up a rev limiter on a nitro heli. Stuff We Talked About: Throttle Jockey RevMax (Manufacturer site) RevMax Setup Videos Video of the Week (YouTube) Direct download: InsideHeli_38_-_Sticks_and_Rev_Limiters.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:36 PM Comments[0] Mon, 3 November 2008 ATTF #69 - Large flying Triangles In this tasteful episode of 69, we discuss many things.  Email, bargains and large triangles.  The Hobby-Lobby Nov prize is announced and Diggs flying in HD. Mentions: Video of the week from our favorite FPV pilot ScrtSqrl Mega Triangle Parkzone Ember 2 Parkzone Radian Gazaur Mars Gazaur Poseidon Funjet from NeilOneil Video of Diggs and the Maxi Swift - Sign up for free RCLogBook (app) Novembers Prize Direct download: ATTF_69_-_Large_flying_Triangles.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:09 PM Comments[0] Thu, 30 October 2008 InsideHeli #37 - Weather, Knights, and basic FF Join James and Chris as they chat about the weather, and of course helicopters. Knight 3D talk abounds, as well as how to transition from hovering into basic forward flight. Stuff We Talked About: Compass Knight 3D (Manufacturer site) Chris' Knight 3D video (Vimeo) PhoenixCreator (Phoenix downloads page) PhoenixCreator tutorial (translated via Google) Fuel Magnet Direct download: InsideHeli_37_-_Weather_Knights_and_basic_FF.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:42 PM Comments[0] Wed, 22 October 2008 ATTF #68 - Tucson Shootout with Fred This week Fred from HigherPlaneProductions joins us for a little inside baseball on competition RC events.  Hear about the Tucson Shootout and the RC fliers themselves. Email, news, monkeys and tigers o-my! Direct download: ATTF_68_-_Tucson_Shootout_with_Fred.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:43 AM Comments[0] Sun, 19 October 2008 InsideHeli #36 - It's all about the Protos! Join James and Chris as they talk about Chris' newest toy: The MSH Protos.  Hear what the build was like, how it's different from others in its class, and of course how it flies! Stuff We Talked About: MS Heli's website ElektroRC.com Chris' Protos vids Protos build manual (PDF) Direct download: InsideHeli_36_-_Its_all_about_the_Protos.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:01 PM Comments[0] Fri, 10 October 2008 ATTF #67 - Gliding and Soaring Part2 In Episode #67 we get a chance to learn a bit about gliding, soaring and sloping with Chris and Dale.  This topic is huge but we do scratch the surface of what thermal'n is all about. Mentions: Video of the week X-Plane.com (free sim to test out for Linux, Mac and PC) Maxi Swift Diggs new toy - FVK Graphite Massive Sloping Combat pics and Video League of Silent Flight DJ Aerotech Chrysalis Hypnosis slope vid Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#67 Direct download: ATTF_67_-_Gliding_and_Soaring_Part2.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:41 AM Comments[0] Wed, 8 October 2008 InsideHeli #35 - Kyle from RCSuperSales Join James and Chris as they chat with Kyle from RCSuperSales about his shop and what it's like to fly real helicopters. Stuff We Talked About: ARCA Heli Fly-in (RR thread with photos) Outrage G5 Direct download: InsideHeli_35_-_Kyle_from_RCSuperSales.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:26 PM Comments[0] Tue, 7 October 2008 ATTF #66 - Gliding and Soaring In Episode #66 we get a chance to learn a bit about gliding, soaring and sloping with Chris and Dale.  This topic is huge but we do scratch the surface of what thermal'n is all about. Emails and questions answered in the fun filled episode! Mentions: Video of the week X-Plane.com (free sim to test out for Linux, Mac and PC) Maxi Swift Diggs new toy - FVK Graphite Massive Sloping Combat pics and Video League of Silent Flight DJ Aerotech Chrysalis Hypnosis slope vid Direct download: ATTF_66_-_Gliding_and_Soaring.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:30 AM Comments[0] Sat, 4 October 2008 AllThingsThatFly Theme song: Full Many where asking about the theme music for the show. Per the license, I'm able to give this tune out to my friends.  Well, my listeners are my friends!  Enj0y. Please check out Marks other music, he does a great job!  Donate and download his full albums. Direct download: Funknology-Ambient_Teknology.wav Category: podcasts -- posted at: 8:14 PM Comments[0] Mon, 29 September 2008 ATTF #65 - Frank and Triangles We have reached fixed income!  This episode we do many shout outs and local hobby shop talk.  We also bring in Frank from RCFlightCast.com to join us on the banter wagon.  Come in and listen! Mentions: DLGs HD vid of the phlatprinter Skeeter kit RCflightcast.com FlyForTots Flightpass AFPD + models hobby-lobby HeadsupRC * Direct download: ATTF_65_-_Frank_and_Triangles.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:42 AM Comments[0] Thu, 25 September 2008 InsideHeli #34 - SRC Event & Hotrodding a Heli Join James and Chris as they chat about the Southern Rotary Classic Fly-in and the pros and cons of stuffing a .50 into a .30 size heli. Stuff We Talked About: Outrage 550 NextD Rave Spektrum AR7100R * Direct download: InsideHeli_34_-_SRC_Event__Hotrodding_a_Heli.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:08 PM Comments[0] Mon, 22 September 2008 ATTF #64 - Sim and FlyForTots Reviews Episode 64 has arrived with a two packed review session.  Diggs reviews Fly For Tots and we also take on the latest AeroflyPro Delux from Hobby-Lobby.  Listen in for some insightful and enlightening chat. Mentions: Phlatprinter Codez now on RCG! Something new coming from Superfly Dr D Halko (come do a show!) Boomerace is doing an Ultimate Mean machine Slow stick build Fly For Tots Aerofly PRO Deluxe RC Flight Simulator Aerofly Pro Deluxe Review Videos of the week: SU27 scratch build 173 Inch Slope SeaEagle!!! Direct download: ATTF_64_-_Sim_and_FlyForTots_Reviews.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:14 AM Comments[0] Mon, 15 September 2008 ATTF #63 - NEAT This week in 63, we get to talk to Daniel Switkin about NEAT 08. Daniel is an editor at Zero RC and a software engineer at Google.  He attended and decided to give us the low-down of the RC event.  Check out his NEAT Fair 2008 show report for photos of the event. Mentioned: ExtremeFlightRC sale Fly for Tots ZeroRC.com Video Of The Week Mac Hodges b-29 - Crashes * Direct download: ATTF_63_-_NEAT.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:40 PM Comments[0] Tue, 9 September 2008 InsideHeli #33 - Basic CCPM Setup We've got a full house this episode! Join the James' (Northern and Southern), Eeeeky, and Chris as they chat about CCPM setup basics. Also hear Eeeeky's thoughts about IRCHA and the MSH Protos. Stuff We Talked About: Video of the Week MS Heli Esprit Model Eeeeky's Protos Vid Newspaper article about Eeeeky XFC Night Flying Videos macr0t0r's show comments HeliFreak thread about the show and CCPM servo setup Direct download: InsideHeli_33_-_Basic_CCPM_Setup.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 8:31 PM Comments[0] Mon, 8 September 2008 ATTF #62 - Trowzr Maxie Previously, on episode 62..   The guys are in discussions of very odd things.  Talk about more gliding, superfly, easystar and DLGs.    This is what is sounds like when there is no backup plan for an  lost interview.   Upcoming RC events! Fly For Tots NEAT fair East Coast HLG Festival 2008, Wilson, North Carolina Club field info Sites mentioned: Apprentice 15e RTF w/DX5e Radio Fred & HPP at Clover Creek Maxi Swift thread & Review Maxi RCG Review Olgol and the Taboo DLG P51 Scratch build by tzyoung of RCG 3 more apps for the iphone/touch: - Caliper - AWG Convert - Flashlight (jailbreak version) Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#62 * Direct download: ATTF_62_-_Trowzr_Maxie.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:41 PM Comments[0] Mon, 1 September 2008 InsideHeli #32 - Interview: Art from Skookum Robotics Join James and Chris as we chat with Art from Skookum Robotics about their SK360 Digital Flybar system. If you're interested in flybarless helis, you don't want to miss this one! Mentions: Video of the Week Skookum Robotics HeliDirect Outrage RC Direct download: InsideHeli_32_-_Interview_Art_from_Skookum_Robotics.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:15 PM Comments[0] Sun, 31 August 2008 ATTF #61 - Short News Learn about RC events coming up as well as tips and tools for the field.  In 61, we talk a bit about the SuperFly, gliders and killer birds!  Listen in and relax over the long weekend.   Mentions: Video of the week NEAT Fair  Sept. 12, 13, 14 The Superfly is not loved by all RDRC fly for tots Build vid for the SS New HPP coverag , Clover Creek 4 apps for iphone/touch that can help an RC user: - Converter - Sound meter - Labyrinth lite (I said "A Level", but this games calibration Level is better) - Tiltmeter Direct download: ATTF_61_-_Short_News.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:52 PM Comments[0] Sun, 24 August 2008 ATTF #60 - Hot CA The big 6 0 .  Diggs is back and Jamie showed up!   Join in the crew as we discuss the beauty of hotmelts and female shops, all while learning the evilness of CA.  Ok, it's a banter show - but it's been a while. Mentioned: The Annual Fly For Tots Phlatprinter is out! The coolest Night fly ss Solar plane - HUGE! Zephyr AFPD True Scale edition Tower Hobbies XPD-8 EDF sale Parkzone Vapor video Direct download: ATTF_60_-_Hot_CA.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:44 PM Comments[0] Wed, 20 August 2008 InsideHeli #31 - Mikado Logo and Flybarless discussion Join James and Chris as we chat with James "Jameotron" from New Zealand about Mikado Logo helis, and flybarless configurations. Mentions: Esprit Model Mikado Heli Skookum Robotics RunRyder IRCHA videos Helicopter geek Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#31 Direct download: InsideHeli_31_-_Mikado_Logo_and_Flybarless_discussion.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:04 AM Comments[0] Thu, 14 August 2008 InsideHeli #30 - A123s and Aerobatic Setups Join James and Chris for a primer on A123 batteries, and how to get started in basic aerobatics. Mentions: A123 Systems BP Hobbies Tanic Packs Direct download: InsideHeli_30_-_A123s_and_Aerobatic_Setups.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:30 AM Comments[0] Mon, 11 August 2008 ATTF #59 - RCadvisor Diggs and Burke talk to Carlos from RCadvisor.com.   Thinking this is just another RC calculator is like saying the combustion engine is just another horse.  Learn how and why a powerful tool can aid the plane guys as well as the heli guys. Follow Carlos on twitter for updates: @creyes123  Watch the SEFF 08 DVD from HPP. Another great HPP Production. The Katfish gets a bath by Bikini Clad ladies. Surf and Turf DVD report coming next. Mentions: BoneDoc's 3D Clinic Higherplaneproductions RCadvisor PDF info  (use Foxit because Adobe Reader suxz)   Watch the SEFF 08 DVD. Another great HPP Production. The Katfish gets a bath by Bikini Clad ladies. Surf and Turf DVD report coming next.     Direct download: ATTF_59_-_RCadvisor.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:50 AM Comments[0] Wed, 6 August 2008 InsideHeli #29 - This and That Join James and Chris as we tell our listeners why there's no interview for this show. Oh, and hear about the dumb thing Chris did! Mentions: Curtis Youngblood Enterprises Gohbee Aviation E-Flite Direct download: InsideHeli_29_-_This_and_That.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 8:27 AM Comments[0] Mon, 4 August 2008 ATTF #58 - PhlatPrint Heaven Mark and Trish from Phlatboyz.com joins us to discuss the 'Phlatprinter' which is a home-made CNC cutting machine.  Learn with us as we talk all about cutting foam and other material for making beautiful designs! Congrats to Rubin and Roger for winning the JD-RC.com Giveaway! Mentioned: Phlatboyz.com Model Rectifier Corp is having a nice Ultrafly Blowout sale RAMS Club second annual swap meet  theNutBall * Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#58 Direct download: ATTF_58_-_PhlatPrint_Heaven.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 6:54 PM Comments[0] Sun, 27 July 2008 ATTF #57 - Custom foam building part2 Gather around the fire and talk with the group about what it means to do scratch building.  Learn how different types of foam taste and what condiments go with with each type. Joining us in this episode: -ED from RCskyFlyer.com -Lee Ray from RCG -Logical_Psycho from RCG Planes Mentioned: The Flops a lot The Blue Baby Funder and Lightning Zactly Foamie Mentions: Hobby-lobby F/A-18 "red viper" GeeBee R2 Build thread Bagram RC Club Phlatprinter - Homemade CNC machine RCSkyflyer (buy foam) Midwest products Foam plans including the Zactly Bipe Logical Psycho’s massive list of plans Sparks GlowDog The GlowStik BoneDoc videos list Direct download: ATTF_57_-_Custom_foam_building_part2.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 4:20 PM Comments[0] Mon, 21 July 2008 InsideHeli #28 - Charley Stephens: Outrage RC Join James and Chris as we interview Charley Stephens from Outrage RC. Charley is the man behind the Rotorworkz frames and the new Outrage G5 helicopter. Charley talks about the genesis of the Outrage, and also hints at what's coming soon. Don't miss it! Mentions: Outrage RC Rotorworkz G5 Video Direct download: InsidHeli_28_-_Charley_Stephens__Outrage_RC.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 5:34 PM Comments[0] Mon, 21 July 2008 ATTF #56 - Custom foam building part1 Gather around the fire and talk with the group about what it means to do scratch building.  Learn how different types of foam taste and what condiments go with with each type. Joining us in this episode: -ED from RCskyFlyer.com -Lee Ray from RCG -Logical_Psycho from RCG Planes Mentioned: The Flops a lot The Blue Baby Funder and Lightning Zactly Foamie Mentions: Hobby-lobby F/A-18 "red viper" GeeBee R2 Build thread Bagram RC Club Phlatprinter - Homemade CNC machine RCSkyflyer (buy foam) Midwest products Foam plans including the Zactly Bipe Logical Psycho’s massive list of plans Sparks GlowDog The GlowStik BoneDoc videos list Direct download: ATTF_56_-_Custom_foam_building_part1.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 4:01 PM Comments[0] Wed, 16 July 2008 InsideHeli #27 - Going Nitro? What you'll need! Join James and Chris as they discuss the pros and cons of glow vs electric helis, and what you need to consider before taking the plunge into the nitro-powered world. Mentions: Chris' Swift video Jim's (macr0t0r) Show comments (RCGroups.com post) Direct download: InsideHeli_27_-_Electric_vs_Nitro._Pros_and_Cons.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 6:20 PM Comments[0] Mon, 14 July 2008 ATTF #55 - HigherPlaneProductions.com Interview Join the ATTF along with Fred Midgett from HigherPlaneProductions.com Learn about great HQ video being created for our RC hobby and learn how it's done.  Free videos for ATTF listeners! Mentions: BoneDoc's 3D Clinic JD-RC.com The Distractions Give Away Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#55 Direct download: ATTF_55_-_HigherPlaneProductions.com_Interview.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:09 AM Comments[0] Tue, 8 July 2008 InsideHeli #26 - Dave Herbert Part 2 Join James and Chris as we interview Dave Herbert, One of the pioneers of early helicopters and all around great guy. Hear about the early days of RC helis, and some of Dave's tips on successful flying. This is part two of the interview, the first part is in InsideHeli #25. Mentions: Dave's YouTube videos Macr0t0r recap notes for IH Ep#26 Direct download: InsideHeli_26_-_Dave_Herbert_Part_2.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:52 AM Comments[0] Tue, 1 July 2008 InsideHeli #25 - Dave Herbert Part 1 Join James and Chris as we interview Dave Herbert, One of the pioneers of early helicopters and all around great guy. Hear about the early days of RC helis, and some of Dave's tips on successful flying. This is part one of the interview, the conclusion will be posted next week. Mentions: Dave's YouTube videos Macr0t0r recap notes for IH Ep#25 Direct download: InsideHeli_25_-_Dave_Herbert_Part_1.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:24 AM Comments[0] Mon, 30 June 2008 ATTF #54 - Hobby-Lobby Interview Join the team as we interview Jason Cole from Hobby-Lobby.com!  Learn of new products coming out from HL, how Jason got into the hobby and just all about the company.  Mentions: Pilot View System Twister SkyLift coax heli GeeBee R-3 Gee Bee "Senior Sportster" Mini Gee Bee "Senior Sportster" ARF RCM Funster Aerofly PRO Deluxe RC Flight Simulator July GiveAway! Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#54 Direct download: ATTF_54_-_Hobby-Lobby_Interview.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:44 PM Comments[0] Mon, 23 June 2008 ATTF #53 - Tasty Phome Hear about the review of the Hobby-Lobby mini RenoRacer from Hacker.  Voice mails, emails and banter!   Learn how foam is good for you and how different types of foam vary.   It's Diggs Birthday!  Mentions: RCFlightcast RCSkyFlyer Hacker mini RenoRacer and new Blog The Software List GeeBee R2 build thread has started Direct download: ATTF_53_-_Tasty_Phome.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:03 AM Comments[0] Sun, 22 June 2008 InsideHeli #24 - Lucien Miller Interview Join James and Chris as we interview Lucien Miller from Innov8tiveDesigns.com, US distributor for the Scorpion product line. Hear about the Scorpion motor construction, and details from Lucien's recent visit to the factory. A long show, but well worth it! Mentions: Pictures from Lucien's factory visit Lucien's F-4 build thread Video of the Week (YouTube) Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#24 Direct download: InsideHeli_24_-_Lucien_Miller_Interview.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:39 AM Comments[0] Mon, 16 June 2008 ATTF # - 52 Maiden and Preflight Join all four hosts as we talk about maidens and preflight checks!  If you have been following the beginners show, this is a great wrap-up - however for everybody.   Also learn about cheap servos, Chris does his review of the F5B Tiger, Jamie maidens the Flash3D and mini RenoRacer, Diggs maidens a Ritewing 33 FS.   Tune in! Mentions: Jimsky has Afterburners on his Multiplex Twister! Hobby-Lobby mini RenoRacer SqrtSquirrel and his Gyros on the Big wing EZ Hobby lobby Sale, SK420xt, WTH are the specs, but great price. Hobby-Lobby F5B Tiger Review Cheap servos RCflightCast podcast Direct download: ATTF_52_-_Maidens_and_Preflight.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:10 PM Comments[0] Thu, 12 June 2008 InsideHeli #23 - Pitch curves and Autorotation Join James and Chris for a follow-up on the GY611 gyro setup from last week. They also discuss the uniflow fuel system, pitch curves, throttle curves, and how to prepare for and practice autorotations. Be sure to check out the video of the week too! Mentions: Video of the Week (YouTube) GY611 setup details (RCG forum post) Uniflow fuel system information Autorotation setup and tips Autorotation spot landings Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#23 Direct download: InsideHeli_23_-_Pitch_curves_and_Autorotation.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:49 PM Comments[0] Mon, 9 June 2008 ATTF #51 - EasyStar fun This week is all about the MultiPlex EasyStar products!  We invite Sargentw to chat with us a bit.  Learn some techniques, mods, tips and everything to do with the EZ*. Mentions: Build Log and tips from SargentW Current Easy Star thread Mark Jayne’s site Easy star and more Easy Star Diggs latest Charger Arc ARC-28-37-4 Plasic spoon hood scoop 13v 5a power bricks Simple EZ* brushed to ARC Mod - by Scrtsqrl Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#51 Direct download: ATTF_51_-_EasyStar_Fun.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:56 AM Comments[0] Fri, 6 June 2008 InsideHeli #22 - Interview with Eeeeky Join James and Chris for a "show of the Century" as we interview Century and Gazaur factory rep Aeryk "Eeeeky" Hurley and hear about his helis. We also get Eeeeky to talk about Futaba 601/611 gyro setup, the Blade 400, and other interesting stuff. If you've ever wondered how Eeeeky got his nickname, don't miss this show. Mentions: Century Swift Century Hawk Pro Century Predator Gazaur Mars Eeeeky's Predator Freestyle Eeeeky's videos Direct download: InsideHeli_22-_Interview_with_Eeeeky.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 8:20 AM Comments[0] Mon, 2 June 2008 InsideHeli #21 - Interview with macr0t0r James and Chris interview Jim "macr0t0r" and discuss the merits of coaxial vs single rotor, inverted flight training gear, and other fun stuff. NOTE: Lucien from Innov8tive Designs had to cancel, but he'll be with us when he returns from a visit to the Scorpion factory in China. Mentions: Direct Drive motor tail with pitch control (RCG Thread) Inverted training gear (RCG Thread) Chris' CP2 Crash Video (YouTube) Direct download: InsideHeli_21_-_Interview_with_macr0t0r.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:52 PM Comments[0] Mon, 2 June 2008 ATTF #50 - Over the Hill All four hosts join in for a special edition of ATTF.  We turn 50!   Join in the banter while we introduce James and listen to diggs crash.  Email, news and fun!   Superfly torque issue.  Can Diggs get his stiffy back up? -Welcome James to the team. -Congrats on 50th! Mentions: WattFlyer forums - we are there. Venom parkflyers PNP Crabfu's Swashbot Shapelock formable plastic material Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#50 Direct download: ATTF_50_-_Over_the_Hill.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:58 AM Comments[0] Tue, 27 May 2008 ATTF #49 - Beginners 2 Number two show for people getting into the RC hobby.  Join us and learn crazy terms and what aircraft is good to pick up as your first and maybe second!  Program an ESC?  Setup a radio?   It's covered! Our best 3 starter planes. Slow Stick Super Cub Easy Star Sim: Clearview Great Resources online RCGroups WattFlyer RCUniverse HeliFreak Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#49  Direct download: ATTF_49_-_Beginners_2.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 3:21 PM Comments[0] Fri, 23 May 2008 Where's InsideHeli this week? Due to conflicting work schedules, illness, and a birthday (Chris'), James & Chris weren't able to get together and do a podcast this week. Fear not, InsideHeli will return next week with interviews scheduled for the next two shows! First up is Lucien from Innovative Designs, purveyors of fine Scorpion motors! We've also scheduled an interview with Aeryk "Eeeeky" Hurley, a young man who can really crank a heli around the sky and whos Century Predator made it to the cover of the July 08 issue of RC-Heli magazine. If you have questions for either of these folks you'd like us to ask on your behalf, send them to us at contact@insideheli.com! Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:08 PM Comments[0] Sun, 18 May 2008 ATTF #48 - Beginners 1 Sit in with Jamie and Diggs discussions on getting into the RC hobby as a new person.  We talk about what it means to use brushes on your ESC, simulators and ugly planes. Mentions: Crazy Eight mini Typhoon Tackle Box organization  --> Pic1 / Pic2 RCFlightCast Podcast Extra 300 EPP E-Sky goes 2.4 Higher Plane Productions Flight Pass - Great Video! Our best 3 starter planes. Slow Stick Super Cub Easy Star Great Resources online RCGroups WattFlyer RCUniverse HeliFreak You can probably learn from each show, however give special attention to: ATTF #40 - Competitions and AMA ATTF #42 - Safety ATTF #37 - Flaperons, Spoilerons, and glue fumes InsideHeli #4 ToolKit InsideHeli #12 Training ATTF #    - SlowStick show Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#48 Direct download: ATTF_48_-_Beginners_1.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:30 PM Comments[0] Fri, 16 May 2008 InsideHeli #20 - Choosing a motor Chris and James talk about the things you need to know in order to choose the right motor for your electric heli. Mentions: Video of the Week: YouTube Pentium ESCs at Don's RC JETI Spin 33 at Hobby-Lobby Castle's new HV 30 ESC Scorpion ESCs at Innov8tive Designs EHBG (Electric Helicopter Beginner's Guide) MSH Protos: Manufacturer site and RC Groups build thread Rave 3D: Manufacturer site and RunRyder discussion thread Outrage G5: Manufacturer site and HeliFreak discussion forum Direct download: InsideHeli_20-_Choosing_a_Motor.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 8:15 AM Comments[0] Mon, 12 May 2008 ATTF #47 - SEFF 2008 - With Jim Graham This week Diggs and Jamie talk to Jim Graham from RCGroups.com all about SEFF 2008.   Join in and pretend you were at SEFF.  ;) Mentions Best of SEFF video – Martian Anti Gravity machine Trust for the daughters of Darrell Garrison - crash victim Who was involved in crash Andrew Jesky flying the New AJ Slick from 3D hobby shop Best New product winner, The VecJet XT FlightPass and Higher Plane Prductons Hobby Lobby FPV gear NEW Parkzone Corsair in a midair collision at SEFF Corsair Photos 1  2 Cool Vickers Wellington Scratchbuilt Hodges hobbies – The host of SEFF – Pics of the B-29 low and inverted. Twitter Direct download: ATTF_47_-_SEFF_2008_-_With_Jim_Graham.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:48 AM Comments[0] Thu, 8 May 2008 InsideHeli #19 - Training Tips & Tricks Chris and James share a listener's tips and tricks on effective training, and James talks more about the Blade 400. Don't miss the video of the week! Mentions: Video of the Week: YouTube or HeliFreak High Quality Blade 400 Phoenix Sim Clearview Sim HeliSimRC Sim RealFlight Sim Direct download: InsideHeli_19_-_Training_Tips__Tricks.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:45 PM Comments[0] Mon, 5 May 2008 ATTF #46 - LightFlightRC.com Interview Jamie and Chris interview Dave and Sara from LightFlightRC.com! Learn how they got started, what kinds of products they offer, and what kind of new toys they plan to stock. Mentions: ATTF hats are in the store Chris is selling 3M 4408 foam tape in the store (click Chris' Box link) Multiplex Blizzard (YouTube video) Best Product Award at SEFF: VecJet (RCG review) Plane crash claims SEFF attendees Direct download: ATTF_46_-_LightFlightRC.com_Interview.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:05 AM Comments[0] Thu, 1 May 2008 InsideHeli #18 - InsideHeli Returns! Join Chris and new host James for the return of InsideHeli! Mentions: Rave 3D Blade 400 Dragonus Welcome James (Sparx) to the team! Direct download: InsideHeli_18_-_InsideHeli_Returns.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:19 PM Comments[0] Mon, 28 April 2008 ATTF #45 - Roll Your Own Motor Join Jamie and Chris as we interview Dan from GoBrushless.com and learn about winding your own brushless motors. Also we ring up Diggs on location at SEFF. Mentions: GoBrushles.com Brushless tail motor thread New Rave 3D mini heli from Curtis Youngblood Geocaching Podcast JustGoFly.com StrongRCmotors DVD build video Youtube videos: video #1 video #2 (206) 350-2390 - Leave us voicemail Direct download: ATTF_45_-_Roll_Your_Own_Motor.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:15 AM Comments[0] Mon, 21 April 2008 ATTF #44 - SpringTime All three hosts are back this week, and we talk about.... nothing. Yep, it's just a one hour BS session. Join us! Mentions: EasyStar Outlaw Diggs' new plane Don's fast ritewing skookumrobotics.com SuperFly Direct download: ATTF_44_-_SpringTime.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 3:29 AM Comments[0] Tue, 15 April 2008 ATTF #43 - Caveat Emptor: Buying Stuff Online Diggs and Chris talk about the finer points of buying stuff online without getting taken to the cleaners. Mentions: Jurgens list of videos for the new Multiplex products. Recall of the AXE Lipos SEFF 2008 KoolFlightSystems Slow stick stuck in a garage door Direct download: ATTF_43_-_Caveat_Emptor__Buying_Stuff_Online.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:36 PM Comments[0] Mon, 7 April 2008 ATTF #42 - Safety ATTF crew talks about safety in the RC realm.  Tune in for a blood curdling show!  This is one you should not miss if you want to stay alive. OK, maybe not quite that dramatic, but still... listen in. - Lipo safety - Blade & prop safety - Dangerous behavior - Cheap ammo box Direct download: ATTF_42_-_Safety.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:59 PM Comments[0] Mon, 31 March 2008 ATTF #41 - Sugar Buzz In episode 41, Diggs recounts the tale of his EZ Star maiden, and Chris talks about losing tail grips on his Dragonus. Jamie imitates Cornholio after going on a sugar binge. Tune in! Mentions: Pink Floyd (RC Groups forum thread) Tornado Images (RC Groups forum thread) SEFF combat plane Toledo Show ETOC 2008 (RC Groups forum thread) Etoc info homepage Chris does Autorotations (video) Valuehobby.com HigherPlaneProductions F-22 Jet falls apart from bad glue New podcasts?: InsideSoaring.com RiteWingRC.com Direct download: ATTF_41_-_Sugar_Buzz.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 3:24 PM Comments[0] Tue, 18 March 2008 ATTF #40 - Competitions and AMA In episode 40 we talk about AMA events and competition.  Learn more about the AMA and what they stand for.  Mentions: - Hobby lobby 20% off any one item - FAI website for aeromodelling - AMA website - AMA Event Calendar - AMA web page with contest info - AMA Competition FAQ page - AMA Safety Code Direct download: ATTF_40_-_Competition_and_AMA.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:35 AM Comments[0] Mon, 10 March 2008 ATTF #39 - DonsRC interview - Take a drink This week we announce the winners for the logo contest sponsored by Hobby-Lobby.com and kalteisen.com Also, we have TheDon from Donsrc.com *take a drink*. Site changes and more! Winner: Simon Hayns from New Zealand  - RTF Carbon BeltCP Runner up: David Tym from Ontario Canada - Skeeter kit Sites mentioned: servocity hobby-lobby.com donsrc.com gravesrc 2dogrc.com ritewingrc.com See all logos. Thanks to everybody that participated in the logo contest! Direct download: ATTF_39_-_DonsRC_interview_-_Take_a_drink.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:14 AM Comments[0] Tue, 4 March 2008 ATTF #38 - Interview with RiteWingRC We interview Chris Klick from RiteWingRC.com in episode # 38. Along with Chris is PaulVi.  Fully 'wing' talk in this knowledge filled edition. Join us and learn how to haul ass. Sites: LightFlightRC Direct download: ATTF_38_-_Interview_with_RiteWingRC.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:06 AM Comments[0] Tue, 26 February 2008 ATTF #37 - Flaperons, Spoilerons, and glue fumes Chris explains flaperons, spoilerons and the like.  Jamie explains why hot glue is wonderful.  Check out the Logos! Mentioned: Easy Star SuperFly HyperFlea Stryker Multiplex Blizzard Multiplex Mentor Multiplex Easy Cub HobbyCity ships from US! (soon...) Video Mentioned: Chris flies the Easy Star Chris sport flying the Century Swift Direct download: ATTF_37_-_Stinky_Flapperons_Spoilerons.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:35 AM Comments[0] Tue, 19 February 2008 ATTF #36 - Events Jamie takes the night off to be with his wife and new son (congrats!) while Diggs and Chris BS about the HeliProz South fly-in, the new Spektrum firmware update, and various other things. You know, the usual. Mentioned: Ron's HeliProz South HeliFreak Forum HeliFreak Teaser video from fly-in (YouTube video) Value Hobby Jason Krause landing on a garage door (YouTube video) Direct download: ATTF_-_36.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 6:37 PM Comments[1] Mon, 11 February 2008 ATTF #35 - Maintenance We are all back together at last. Join Diggs and Jamie while Chris attempts to explain maintenance to us.   Also, can an aircraft take off if its wheels are spinning backwards?  Mentioned: CommonSenseRC.com MultiPlex EasyStar VecJet ValueHobby MythBusters Logo Creation Direct download: ATTF_35_-_Maintenance.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 6:20 PM Comments[0] Tue, 5 February 2008 ATTF #34 - Franken Helis and bargain batteries Sites Mentioned: Sparx's Franken Compy Value Hobby FlyCamOne2 HeliProz South Heli Fly-In. Click "Funflys" link on the left side MSH 425mm heli pictures Direct download: ATTF_34_-_Helis_and_Cheap_batteries.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:24 AM Comments[0] Mon, 28 January 2008 ATTF #33 - Jets. EDF vs Push This week, Vinnie from JustGoFly.com, Mike (aka parkzonekid) and Diggs school us is all that is Jet.  Learn about EDFs and pushers.  What it takes to go fast.   Planes mentioned: Lynx ProJeti Stryker Synapse Multiplex Jets (fun, twin, etc.) Sites mentioned: Should I even say "Dons, from Donsrc.com" ? Phoenix-RC.com Bosierc.com   Direct download: ATTF_33_-_Jets_-_EDF_vs_Push.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:58 AM Comments[1] Mon, 21 January 2008 ATTF #32 - Telemaster with Jets This week Diggs and Jamie talk a little about the Telemaster, HyperFlea, Lynx and FunJet.   We also have Edge back on for a review of the 6ft Telemaster.  A few links below~ 6ft Telemaster Review by Edge Cool lights The Lynx speed contest Chris's Project Fat Blue Direct download: ATTF_32_-_Telemaster_with_Jets.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 4:13 PM Comments[3] Tue, 15 January 2008 ATTF #31 - AP Recon Interview We get to start off our AP talk with Gene from RPflightSystems.com.   Gene and company use RC Aerial Photography in assistance with law enforcement, fire and Search and rescue.   Join us as we find out together what this all means. Sites mentioned: In video APV video Aircrafts mentioned: Hyper(super)Flea Chris's home made flat foamy Direct download: ATTF_31-_AP_Recon_Interview.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:10 PM Comments[0] Tue, 8 January 2008 ATTF #30- The Good & Bad of 2007 Welcome to 2008!   All hosts are back on the saddle to fix your RC sweet tooth for the new year.  Join us as we talk about our favorite vendors and worst vendors of 2007.   Chris building a flat foamy?  Diggs ran out of TX? Jamie likes pigeons?     Find out more.  Aircraft mentioned in the show: HyperFlea SuperFly Dragonus Links mentioned: SuperFly / HyperFlea build videos Dragonus Review Diggs "Best and Worst" write up Direct download: ATTF_30_-_Good_and_Bad_of_2007.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:40 PM Comments[0] Tue, 18 December 2007 ATTF #29 - Christmas Gifts Great gift ideas for that RC person in your life, OR a list of ideas so you know what to ask for!  Gather around the fireplace and join Jamie and Diggs for the Christmas special.  Also, Edge joins in to tell us a bit about the review on the Executive Jet from Hobby-Lobby.  HD video from the air (bring Dramamine) Ray's DVDs DVD on building CDROM motors MaxAmps Free DVD Direct download: ATTF_29_-_Cristmas_Gifts.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:06 AM Comments[1] Tue, 11 December 2007 ATTF #28 - Servos and Trim This week all three hosts are back!   Catch up on a few topics including: Mothing a Heli, Servo talk, End-Point-Adjustment, Subtrim, Steam Tanks?. We all learn things; Jamie is going CP?  Diggs likes backwards props?  Chis makes a Limo KingII? Items mentioned: Mars heli from Hobby-Lobby CrabFu steam tank Hobby-Lobby Reviews coming soon! NightFlying forums now open Twitter - Follow us live to join possible live calls and events, updates on the show.  Set it up for your smart phone/PDA. Download notification software (ATTFJamie , ATTFDiggs, ATTFChris) SederGraphics.com Welcome Edge5foamy! ** Direct download: ATTF_28_-_Servos_and_Trim.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:06 PM Comments[2] Mon, 3 December 2007 ATTF #27 - Batteries, Etiquette, and Planes. Oh My! This episode it's just Chris and Diggs, and we chat about the new A123 1100 mah batteries, new planes (for us, anyway), forum etiquette (ahem) and cool videos we've seen on YouTube. Videos and links mentioned in the podcast: Turbine Century Predator: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyeesRdfxCY Radial-powered Sea Fury: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FqjWbygAhI Giant flying wing: http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=731005 Forum Posting: Are You Ready? (hilarious but true) http://albinoblacksheep.com/flash/posting.php Direct download: ATTF_27_-_Batteries_Etiquette_and.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:26 PM Comments[0] Tue, 27 November 2007 ATTF #26- Size Matters Recouped and ready to deliver a good show, this week we talk about prop/gear sizes and why they matter.  Learn a bit about how to determine how to prop your plane. About: AirTronics RD"S" 8000?  Watt meters Prop sizes and what that means Brake on your ESC's Black Friday Email and Coffee Mars is where this week? Be sure to check out the show.  We hope to dive deeper into gearing a heli proper and more in depth on propping a craft. Direct download: ATTF_26_-_Size_Matters.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:54 AM Comments[2] Tue, 20 November 2007 ATTF #25 - Followups Even our worst show ever has some great info.  With each host having their own personal issues, we manage to squeeze some information in that you don't want to miss! Chris - The Spectrum Demon Diggs - The Trees ate my Plane Jamie - Quit Smoking O yes, hear the pain in our voices. Follow-ups from Night Flying, Spectrum and Emails. Video of Chris flying CompyFP. Video of Chris flying the KingII But do stay tuned for future shows because most the time we are happy RC podcasters. ;) Thank you..  and ..err.... sorry. * Direct download: ATTF_25_-_Followups.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 5:32 PM Comments[3] Mon, 12 November 2007 ATTF #24 - Night Flying This week Diggs and Jamie talk all about Night Flying.  We discuss LEDs, Cathodes, Glow paint, Elwire and more.  Learn about the pros and cons of each.   Chris should be back next week.  Tech: Glow Paint Glow wire (Elwire) LED's  (by the hand full) Sites Mentioned: Lin's LED calculator / Series calc / Dimension Engineering ModsThatGlow Go vote for a night flying thread on RCGroups SuperBrightLEDs Aircrafts Mentioned: Night Blade Heli Build Logs: Night Flying SlowStick Christmas Light usage Jamie's SlowStick Diggs SlowStick NotSoSlowNightStick (the one that made me do it..) ** ** Direct download: ATTF_24_-_Night_Flying.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:06 PM Comments[4] Mon, 5 November 2007 ATTF #23 - JustGoFly Interview This week we talk to the man behind JustGoFly.com.  Vinnie discusses the motors they have on the market, what new products might be coming out and tips on some planes and helis.  Be sure to listen to this motor packed episode! * Direct download: ATTF_23_-_JustGoFly_Interview.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 3:51 PM Comments[3] Sun, 28 October 2007 ATTF #22 - Castle Creations Interview We interview Lee from Castle Creations who talks with us about current products as well as what to expect from Castle in the future.  Don't miss this episode! Talk all about: ESCs BECs TXs RXs Aircraft discussed: FreeStyle FP SlowStick Telemaster King II * Direct download: ATTF_22_-_Castle_Creations_Interview.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 4:48 PM Comments[0] Mon, 22 October 2007 ATTF #21 - It's your Canopy! Chris comes in late due to a fight with 2.4Ghz.  Upset and unfed, he makes his way back.  In this episode, we talk about the following aircrafts. Aircrafts discussed: - Free Style FP - Slow Stick - SuperFly With some wonderful ESD canopies and more battery talk, you'll be sure to enjoy this episode! Sites mentioned: dimensionengineering.com modelflying.co.uk * Direct download: ATTF_21_-_Its_your_Canopy.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 3:41 PM Comments[4] Tue, 16 October 2007 ATTF #20 - Radio Mixing Chris and Diggs explain what many mixing features mean and why you may want to use them.  Jamie just watches in awe (he's good at that). Explained: Dual Rates Expo V-Tail mixing Throttle curve Elevons Flaperons Chris' transmitter tray pictures Plus more! Tune in. Direct download: ATTF_20_-_Radio_Mixing.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:09 AM Comments[0] Mon, 8 October 2007 ATTF #19 - The SlowStick Diggs and Jamie talk about the wonderful world of the SlowStick.  Mods, recommended setups and flying them!  Tune in to learn about this great plane.   Hear about flat foamies and what not to do. SlowStick links below: Slowstick links by us Loooong slowstick thread discussion Also listen to the original InsidePlane episode #1 with an interview about the SSX. Direct download: ATTF_19_-_SlowStick.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:17 PM Comments[0] Tue, 2 October 2007 ATTF #18 - New Toys This week the guys talk about:   New chargers New Cularis glider from Multiplex Chris' crazy battery packs Fiberglass wing construction Bad servos Compy FP heli RCG forum Cularis review RCG forum thread about A123 battery packs Stryker with streamers video Direct download: ATTF_18_-_New_Toys.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:53 PM Comments[0] Sun, 23 September 2007 InsideHeli #17 - Transition Things change, yet stay the same.  We have grown and decided to hit the whole RC market (well, the ones that fly that is). Welcome to AllThingsThatFly.   We also welcome DiggyDiggs.  This show is random banter , however this is a transition show with some of a taste of future shows as far as hosts and personalities. We hope you like the new format.  We enjoy flying many things and we know you do to. We will be getting back to a regular format show now with email, interviews, tips and tricks  - etc. The RSS feed should not change.  The older site addresses work just the same.  It's still us.  The new email is contact@allthingsthatfly.com Stay tuned for much more. Enjoy.~ Direct download: InsideHeli_17_-_Transition.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 3:06 AM Comments[2] Wed, 5 September 2007 InsideHeli #16 - The Negative, The Positive Join Jamie and Chris as they talk about receivers, and what "negative shift"  and "positive shift" means to you. And of course, there is the usual listener email and banter about the week's adventures. We're "positive" you'll enjoy this episode. Sites mentioned: Castle Creations LightFlightrc.com Bergs RX's really that much better? (RCGroups.com discussion thread) Pictures from Chris' flying adventures (RCGroups.com discussion thread) Audio errors: Jamie said "stay away from the MicroStamp"   - What he meant was "stay away from the Feather". Chris mentions a "left pirouette when moving from left to right" and it should be a "right pirouette".  Direct download: InsideHeli_16_-_The_negative_The_positive.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:04 PM Comments[0] Fri, 24 August 2007 InsideHeli #15 - Heli Banter Catch up with Chris and Jamie as they talk about their latest adventures and mis-adventures. Lama Upgrades HoneyBee FP upgrades Batteries and charging Lipo's and "non-lipos?" Don't miss it! Direct download: InsideHeli_15_-_Heli_Banter.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:49 AM Comments[2] Fri, 10 August 2007 InsideHeli #14 - Tools & Upgrades With Macr0tor This week we chat with Jim, aka "macr0t0r" from RCG about some of his favorite heli tools, and what upgrades worked (or didn't work!) for his micro and mini helis. It's mostly just banter, but there are a few juicy tidbits of info if you listen close, so turn it up and tune it in. Direct download: InsideHeli_14_-_Tools__Upgrades_With_Macr0tor.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:29 AM Comments[1] Fri, 3 August 2007 InsideHeli #13 - HDX500 This week we chat with Nick Jones from HeliDirect about the new HDX500 heli. Looks like an exciting new heli, in a great "mid-size" platform. Links mentioned in the show: HDX500 build thread #1 HDX500 build thread #2 SCHC thread Direct download: InsideHeli_13_-_HDX500.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:32 PM Comments[5] Thu, 26 July 2007 InsideHeli #12 - Training This week Jamie and Chris talk about simulators, and share thoughts on basic trainer helicopters. If you're wondering whether to get a sim, or how to set up your mini heli to be a bit more tame for training, listen in! Sims: MAC: RC Helicopter Simulator  Free PC: FMS Free RealFlight G3 $230.00 AeroFly Pro  $170.00 Phoenix RC  $200.00 Clearview   $30.00 Direct download: InsideHeli_12_--_Training.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 3:57 PM Comments[2] Tue, 17 July 2007 Inside Heli #11 - King me King II!  Join us in discussions about the very popular King II, as well as the King I.  Setups, recommendations, history, experiences and upgrades.   All King talk! Sorry for the audio quality - we are working on it.  :) King II Thread 1 King II Thread 2 Direct download: InsideHeli_11_-_Kingme.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:11 PM Comments[0] Tue, 10 July 2007 InsideHeli #10 - Compy We are back and have a great interview for episode #10! Ken from the J-Team talks to us about the Compy300 heli.  Discussion about current and future Compy designs.  Ken even talks about "his" ideal setup on his Compy.  Listener email, micro size heli's and stickers on dogs! Don't miss it~ Compy thread Compy FP thread Ok, we did get permission to post the swash design. Direct download: InsideHeli_10_-_Compy.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:56 AM Comments[2] Thu, 28 June 2007 InsideHeli #9 - Announcements This week Jamie and Chris talk about the basics of forward flight, and how to ease into it from tail-in hovering without disastrous results. They also speak with "Red" and "Diggs" about the upcoming InsidePlane podcast. Tune in! Sites mentioned this week: Molts Models InsidePlane.com Direct download: InsideHeli_9_-_Announcements.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:39 PM Comments[1] Sun, 24 June 2007 Finless mini #1 - Voltage Regulation New Mini shows! This is the first installment of HeliFreak Radio.  Finless Bob will be doing "specific driven" shows and releasing them time to time.  We are glad to have him join the podcast!   Our first mini episode is about voltage regulation, servo ratings and batteries. You can go to Helifreak.com to talk to Finless Bob or you can write us with questions to our normal email address.  Check out his videos and DVD (coming soon). ** Direct download: Finless_mini_1_-_Voltage_Regulation.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:43 PM Comments[0] Wed, 20 June 2007 Inside Heli #8 - Motors Chris attempts to explain motors to Jamie!  Tune in and learn a bit about choosing a motor and pinion - and what that means. Listener email and follow up on the Airwolf from Episode #7. Link to Dark Horse's Helicopter Power & Setup Calculator Link to Honey Bee Wiki (includes RealFlight G3.5 model) Short video of Chris' T-Rex with the ARC 28mm motor mentioned in EP8: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oh9Rvpl7Eoc Direct download: Inside_Heli_8_-_Motors.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:21 PM Comments[1] Thu, 14 June 2007 InsideHeli Episode #7 - Airwolf In Episode 7 we chat with Kelly, aka: "Quiet Riot" in the forums about his scale T-Rex 600-based Airwolf heli. If you're interested in scale flying, you will want to listen in! Scroll down for the pictures and video! Direct download: InsideHeli_7_-_AirWolf.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:52 PM Comments[3] Thu, 7 June 2007 Inside Heli #6 - Finless Bob Interview In this episode we talk to Bob White, better known as "Finless" in the Helifreak.com forum. Bob has created some of the best helicopter setup videos you'll find, and is quite the character too. Tune in! Video of shaft straightening tool mentioned in the podcast Direct download: InsideHeli6-FinlessBob.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 6:41 PM Comments[3] Wed, 30 May 2007 InsideHeli #5 - HeliDirect Interview In episode #5 we talk to Larry Haley, aka "Rare Bear" and hear the inspiring story of how he overcame physical difficulties to fly helis, and ultimate landed a job at HeliDirect. Of course, there's the usual listener email too. Tune in! Direct download: InsideHeli_5_-_HeliDirect_Interview.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:15 AM Comments[2] Wed, 23 May 2007 Inside Heli #4 - ToolKit In this episode, Jamie and Chris talk about their workshops, and what tools and equipment they find useful in their pursuit of heli-nirvana. It's an excuse to go tool shopping! Listener email has questions about the HDX300 belt conversion, the Freestyle belt conversion (from Episode 3) and the Compy 300. Here are the build logs for each type of belt tail conversion: Compy FP FreeStyle Belt conversion HDX300 Belt conversion Compy 300 (CP) Direct download: InsideHeli_4_ToolKit.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:55 AM Comments[3] Wed, 16 May 2007 Inside Heli #3 - Freestyle In episode #3 we go "freestyle" and discuss the Freestyle-Hobby Belt Conversion kit for micro helis.  Visit their site.  General freestyle banter, heli talk, and fun. More lister e-mail and answers.  Tune in! Direct download: InsideHeli_3.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:57 AM Comments[0] Wed, 9 May 2007 Inside Heli #2 - Heli 101 In episode #2, we discuss some of the most commonly asked questions about getting started in the RC helicopter hobby. We all had to start somewhere, and having a good foundation of what is recommended for your first or second heli is what most of us need. We'll also talk about some of the oft-used acronyms like "CP", "FP", "CCPM" and what they actually mean. Tune in! Sites we mentioned: EHBG RADDS By popular demand, a link to the "spectactular CP2 crash" mentioned: Crash Video Direct download: 02_InsideHeli.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:06 AM Comments[3] Wed, 2 May 2007 Inside Heli #1 - Lipos Burke and Chris talk to one of the industry leaders in Lipo batteries.  CommonSenseRC speaker Mike Kommel answers our questions and gives us insight on the latest battery technology, as well as tips for some of us new guys.  ;) Direct download: InsideHeli_1_copy_1.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:41 PM Comments[3]