frazer1981 Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Right! Im now looking for a wing so what should i aim for? I want slow and easy as im a newbie and i weigh 105kgs? Ideally be looking at second hand but brand new is an option? Thanks in advance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza_c Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 I would always recommend a Reaction as a personal choice as would others recommend their personal favourite. I find the reaction are very safe,rock stable and have a good speed range. Unfortuantly I cannot comment on any other wings apart from hearing people's reviews that I have flown.good luck and any questions regarding this wing please feel free to ask Gaz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazer1981 Posted December 9, 2008 Author Share Posted December 9, 2008 Are reactions a good first wing then gaz? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 The one you flew and landed perfectly was a 28 Revo. (the same as the Tip to Tip one we have for sale for a decent offer) SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazer1981 Posted December 9, 2008 Author Share Posted December 9, 2008 Is that in the classifieds? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza_c Posted December 10, 2008 Share Posted December 10, 2008 Hi frazer, to be honest mate im only commenting on my wing for obvious reasons as I havent flown any others and all I will say is that im really pleased with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malcs Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Frazer, if you've already flown and perfectly landed that 28 Revo then I'd go with that and bite Simon's hand off, at least you already know what it does and more importantly what you can do with it. I did my first two flights and all my training on a slow safe wing and the speed of the Revo looked a bit scary to me so I played safe with my first purchase and bought an ITV Dakota which I find lovely and simple but I do get left behind when the Revos are up with me, not that it bothers me as I fly purely to float around and look at the scenery! Just my tuppence worth! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outkast Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Right!Im now looking for a wing so what should i aim for? I want slow and easy as im a newbie and i weigh 105kgs? Ideally be looking at second hand but brand new is an option? Thanks in advance! whilst you are looking you know you are always welcome to use my motor/wing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazer1981 Posted December 11, 2008 Author Share Posted December 11, 2008 Cheers face I appreciate that mate and will happily take you up on that offer!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordon_dunn Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Frazer... go for the 28 Revo..... you've still a lot to learn, and this is the safest wing you can get, to do that. Not only is it safe, but it is also a good performer, and quite easily launched. Definitely stick with a reflex wing. GD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outkast Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Cheers face I appreciate that mate and will happily take you up on that offer!! No worries mate, I think i may have a lead on a potential new flying site Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazer1981 Posted December 12, 2008 Author Share Posted December 12, 2008 Ok gordon thanks, i am liking that wing Ohh dave ok well we will speak soon! My mobile spelt your name as face for some reason?!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanhinsaudi Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 I'm also 105Kg and I fly with a 28 Revolutionand, it gets my vote. Easy to launch easy to land and solid as a rock in the air. I also say bite Simons hand off. I'm going to upgrade to a fusion soon but I'm keeping the Revo to use in the UK as the performance is still good enough for me. Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazer1981 Posted January 12, 2009 Author Share Posted January 12, 2009 Well i went for a genie large, It has a few hours on it but its a good solid wing and gives me slow and steady which im looking for in my first wing andmy first years flying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardc Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 Hi Frazier I fly a Revo 30 and think it is a great wing. Is there a reason that you went for the Genie instead of the Revo? It seems a bit odd that everybody advised you that the Revo 28 was the perfect wing and you bought something else. Eddie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazer1981 Posted January 12, 2009 Author Share Posted January 12, 2009 Hi Ed Yes mate it was money? Revos seem a great wing but i dont have a spare £1500! The genie has fairly similar performance albeit a bit slower but i was able to get a good 'first' wing. No doubt once i have a few more hours under my belt i will be looking to upgrade Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bathboy Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 Hi EdYes mate it was money? Revos seem a great wing but i dont have a spare £1500! The genie has fairly similar performance albeit a bit slower but i was able to get a good 'first' wing. No doubt once i have a few more hours under my belt i will be looking to upgrade Frazer, I think you have made a wise move. My first wing was also a used non-reflex and I learnt loads from it. Being slower will improve your odds on take-off and landing and give you more thinking time to abort. Also, if it does you wrong, being a bit slower means a LOT less energy (someone will know why) pushing you at the ground. I know all about slow being the best way to crash. Cheers Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazer1981 Posted January 12, 2009 Author Share Posted January 12, 2009 Hi Paul It was my way of thinking! I still only have one flight under my belt and have pleanty more learning to do! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malcs Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 Totally agree, I only have 7 flights under my belt but all on a non reflex wing which is soft and slow and I still have the most exhillarating time every time I fly, no desire to upgrade in the foreseeable future! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardc Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 Frazier Hopefully we will get a lot of experience next year and I will sell you my revo 30 when I get my fusion! LOL Good luck on your Genie See you soon Eddie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazer1981 Posted January 12, 2009 Author Share Posted January 12, 2009 Ed, i will hold you to that!! I plan to get many hours in this year (weather permitting?!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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