poz Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 Having had the very first Revo 2 off the production line 41/2 years ago, around 300 flights later it's time for a change. The problem is I've never flown anything except a Revo (Revo 1 during training), so although I have plenty of experience, it's all on one manufacturers wing. Here are my long term observations on this wing: Strong material, it's lasted really well in rough, dry conditions, but is also a thicker and heavier material. Easy to launch for a heavier wing. Quite fast (28mph) Trimming doesn't really change the speed range +/- 2mph Terrible glide ratio (-500fpm) Fast landings. Stable in flight (really important for my photo work) All of the above seem to correspond with a heavier wing My requirements from my next wing: In flight stability, as good or better than Revo2 More trim speed range Slower landings A little more agile So, my question to those in the know is, would the Ozone R2 be a better choice than another Paramania Revo? Thanks in advance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob999 Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 Have a look at the new Ozone Scirocco, brand new to the market. Its basically a lightweight Speedster. I'm waiting for the reviews before I spend my heard earned but I like the idea of new tech and lightweight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poz Posted January 17, 2015 Author Share Posted January 17, 2015 Have a look at the new Ozone Scirocco, brand new to the market. Its basically a lightweight Speedster. I'm waiting for the reviews before I spend my heard earned but I like the idea of new tech and lightweight. Thanks Rob. It looks very nice, although not quite sure what the advantage over the Speedster is apart from a lighter albeit more delicate material. I would worry about longevity. My Revo 2, although a much heavier material has lasted amazingly well. But I guess the other dilemma if not the Revo2, then a Speedster or a Roadster2? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 Have you considered the synth 2 as well? ( just to add a little more confusion to your pot.) Super solid wing for filming and pics if that's your main thing, I recommend that you at least get a go on one SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neilzy Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 You could also give the Nucleon a thought very stable and quick when you drop the trimmers yet it slows up nice and handles well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poz Posted March 21, 2015 Author Share Posted March 21, 2015 Ended up with a Niviuk Link. Brand new for £1300 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan_k Posted March 22, 2015 Share Posted March 22, 2015 Be interesting to know how you get on with it Dan, have you test flown it? Cheers, Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poz Posted March 22, 2015 Author Share Posted March 22, 2015 Be interesting to know how you get on with it Dan, have you test flown it?Cheers, Alan Hi Alan. No test flight, in fact I've only ever flown a Revo 2, all 200+ hrs so it's a bit of a leap of faith. Mind you, my needs are modest. I'll be happy so long as it launches well in nil wind, lands slowly, fly's stable with a good glide/climb ratio, cruises around 28mph and is made with quality materials. That's all I've spoken at length with someone that has one with similar requirements to me, and he's changing his after a year for exactly the same. I could have got a Roadster 2 for a couple hundred pounds more, but to be honest the Niviuk Link sounds more up my street. Will let you know. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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