Inside Heli

ATTF #77 - Micro and Indoor Talk

1/5/2009 12:22:00 PM

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

InsideHeli #43 - Lipo Fire: A Listener's Story

1/4/2009 2:36:00 PM

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

ATTF #76 - Year end 08!

12/22/2008 2:38:00 AM

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?)

InsideHeli #42 - Holiday Wishes + Power System Corner

12/20/2008 11:41:00 PM

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

ATTF #75 - It's an RC Christmas

12/17/2008 12:06:00 AM

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

InsideHeli #41 - Bobby Smith from RREModels.com

12/11/2008 9:04:00 PM

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

ATTF #74 - Sticky Props

12/8/2008 12:45:00 AM

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

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Nov. GiveAway Winner!

12/6/2008 10:48:00 PM

They donated, they came, he won!

Jack S. from Waterford, MI
Takes the A-7 Corsair II ARF

Congrats to Jack and thanks to Hobby-Lobby and everybody who participated!

Didn't win? Well go and get yourself some Scorpion gear for the December giveaway!

Power System Corner bit: BECs

12/3/2008 1:38:00 AM

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

ATTF #73 - Not King of This Castle

12/1/2008 12:31:00 AM

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

InsideHeli #40 - Albert Tejera of TME

11/29/2008 2:16:00 PM

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)

Black Friday deals!

11/27/2008 10:14:00 PM

Black Friday is upon us with some killer deals for RC.
Be sure to check out:

Hobby-Lobby crazy deals thread Friday at 7am CST
Helping tools:
Paypal Plugin for IE/FF
ReloadEvery for FF
ForumSpy

HigherPlaneProductions 50% off DVDs!!

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ATTF #72 - DWFoamies.com Interview

11/23/2008 10:57:00 PM

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!

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InsideHeli #39 - Scorpion motor review & Power System Corner

11/19/2008 10:35:00 PM

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)

ATTF #71 - PowerSystemCorner Intro

11/17/2008 11:40:00 AM

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

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ATTF #70 - Interview with Dr. Superfly

11/10/2008 4:39:00 AM

It took 70 episodes but Dr David Halko from SuperFlyRC has joined us. Learn all about how these flying triangles came to be and new products to come! Of course, news and emails also enlighten this fun filled episode as well.

Mentions:
Maxi Swift
Freestyle-Hobby.com
JD-RC.com
Innov8tivedesigns
Lightflite.com
SuperFly vs. Airsoft video

InsideHeli #38 - Sticks and Rev Limiters

11/9/2008 9:36:00 PM

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)

ATTF #69 - Large flying Triangles

11/3/2008 7:09:00 PM

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

New sponsored segment by Innov8tivedesigns.com

11/3/2008 4:24:00 PM

We talked a bit with Lucien Miller from innov8tivedesigns.com about a new segment for the show called "Power System Corner". We will have the audience (you) email questions about motors, power setups, setups for helis and planes and have Lucien himself come on and answer the question directly.

These will be short 5min segments that will be interjected into the shows effectively answering these tough questions.

Also be on the look out for giveaways sponsored by innov8tivedesigns! This means free Scorpion motors, gift certificates, speed controllers, etc.

So, get in your questions in now via our contact page. You can email them in using either email address, or use the voice mail system!

We may be doing small giveaways for each question answered as well, once we iron out the system!

InsideHeli #37 - Weather, Knights, and basic FF

10/30/2008 9:42:00 PM

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

Hobby-Lobby giveaway details!

10/28/2008 5:59:00 PM

Ok, feeling bad about not giving you #69 this week, we decided to disclose the giveaway details for November!

Giveaway sponsored by Hobby-Lobby for November:
A-7 Corsair II ARF Scale Ducted Fan RC Jet

Sign up here, starting on the 1st!

Go tell Hobby-Lobby how much you love them, long time.

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ATTF #68 - Tucson Shootout with Fred

10/22/2008 1:43:00 AM

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!

InsideHeli #36 - It's all about the Protos!

10/19/2008 8:01:00 PM

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)

ATTF #67 - Gliding and Soaring Part2

10/9/2008 11:41:00 PM

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

InsideHeli #35 - Kyle from RCSuperSales

10/8/2008 10:26:00 PM

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

ATTF #66 - Gliding and Soaring

10/7/2008 12:30:00 AM

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

AllThingsThatFly Theme song: Full

10/4/2008 7:14:00 PM

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.

ATTF #65 - Frank and Triangles

9/28/2008 11:42:00 PM

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

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InsideHeli #34 - SRC Event & Hotrodding a Heli

9/25/2008 10:08:00 PM

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

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ATTF #64 - Sim and FlyForTots Reviews

9/22/2008 12:14:00 AM

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!!!

ATTF #63 - NEAT

9/15/2008 10:40:00 PM

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

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InsideHeli #33 - Basic CCPM Setup

9/9/2008 7:31:00 PM

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

ATTF #62 - Trowzr Maxie

9/8/2008 11:41:00 AM

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
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InsideHeli #32 - Interview: Art from Skookum Robotics

9/1/2008 1:15:00 PM

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

ATTF #61 - Short News

8/31/2008 10:52:00 PM

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

ATTF #60 - Hot CA

8/24/2008 10:44:00 PM

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

InsideHeli #31 - Mikado Logo and Flybarless discussion

8/20/2008 10:04:00 AM

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

InsideHeli #30 - A123s and Aerobatic Setups

8/14/2008 6:30:00 AM

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

Shirts? Hats?

8/13/2008 11:13:00 AM

I'm so sorry about getting the orders out for the shirts and hats the last couple months. My printer guy has been on vacation, but now is back. So the good news is that we will have shirts this week!!

Thank you for your patience!

Jamie~
attf

ATTF #59 - RCadvisor

8/11/2008 1:50:00 AM

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.

InsideHeli #29 - This and That

8/6/2008 7:27:00 AM

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

ATTF #58 - PhlatPrint Heaven

8/4/2008 5:54:00 PM

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

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Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#58

ATTF #57 - Custom foam building part2

7/27/2008 3:20:00 PM

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 Psychoâs massive list of plans
Sparks GlowDog
The GlowStik
BoneDoc videos list

InsideHeli #28 - Charley Stephens: Outrage RC

7/21/2008 4:34:00 PM

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

ATTF #56 - Custom foam building part1

7/21/2008 3:01:00 PM

InsideHeli #27 - Going Nitro? What you'll need!

7/16/2008 5:20:00 PM

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)

ATTF #55 - HigherPlaneProductions.com Interview

7/14/2008 1:09:00 AM

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

InsideHeli #26 - Dave Herbert Part 2

7/7/2008 11:52:00 PM

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

InsideHeli #25 - Dave Herbert Part 1

7/1/2008 9:24:00 AM

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

ATTF #54 - Hobby-Lobby Interview

6/30/2008 9:44:00 PM

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

ATTF #53 - Tasty Phome

6/23/2008 1:03:00 AM

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

InsideHeli #24 - Lucien Miller Interview

6/21/2008 11:39:00 PM

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

ATTF # - 52 Maiden and Preflight

6/16/2008 11:10:00 AM

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

InsideHeli #23 - Pitch curves and Autorotation

6/12/2008 10:49:00 PM

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

ATTF #51 - EasyStar fun

6/8/2008 11:56:00 PM

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 Jayneâs 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

InsideHeli #22 - Interview with Eeeeky

6/6/2008 7:20:00 AM

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

InsideHeli #21 - Interview with macr0t0r

6/2/2008 6:52:00 PM

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)

ATTF #50 - Over the Hill

6/1/2008 11:58:00 PM

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

ATTF #49 - Beginners 2

5/27/2008 2:21:00 PM

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

Where's InsideHeli this week?

5/23/2008 12:08:00 PM

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!

ATTF #48 - Beginners 1

5/18/2008 9:30:00 PM

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

InsideHeli #20 - Choosing a motor

5/16/2008 7:15:00 AM

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

ATTF #47 - SEFF 2008 - With Jim Graham

5/12/2008 12:48:00 AM

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 â 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 â The host of SEFF â Pics of the B-29 low and inverted.

Twitter

InsideHeli #19 - Training Tips & Tricks

5/8/2008 10:45:00 PM

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

ATTF #46 - LightFlightRC.com Interview

5/5/2008 12:05:00 AM

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

Diggs at SEFF 2008

5/4/2008 1:43:00 AM

Just a quick video shot by Bildo Baggins of Diggs flying his SuperFly.

Enjoy.

Thanks Bildo.

InsideHeli #18 - InsideHeli Returns!

5/1/2008 9:19:00 PM

Join Chris and new host James for the return of InsideHeli!

Mentions:

Rave 3D
Blade 400
Dragonus

Welcome James (Sparx) to the team!

ATTF #45 - Roll Your Own Motor

4/27/2008 11:15:00 PM

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
N ew 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

ATTF #44 - SpringTime

4/21/2008 2:29:00 AM

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

Another RC related podcast: RiteWing Yellow Jackets

4/17/2008 12:17:00 PM

If want to dive into flying-wing building, tuning, power setups or just want to learn all you can about building a fast wing the riteway- check out RiteWingRC.com and subscribe to the podcast.

The guys are also putting up build and fly videos as well.

"RitwingRC Addicts Workshop Podcasts. Your place to look when you are in need of support and information on the correct build methods for the RitewingRC high speed flying wings."

Join RiteWingRC @ SEFF this year!

ATTF #43 - Caveat Emptor: Buying Stuff Online

4/15/2008 9:36:00 PM

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

ATTF #42 - Safety

4/7/2008 11:59:00 AM

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

Wow

4/1/2008 10:44:00 PM

It seems there really was a desire for an RC related podcast. Since over the year, (ya! Happy birthday to ATTF!) you can really see huge growth.
We want to thank everybody who participates in the podcast and all of YOU - our listeners for a wonderful year. Hats off to Diggs and Chris for wonderful content and direction.

Here is a small preview of stats for the podcast.

Here is too another year in progress.

Burke~

(Oh, yes we do have decals now in the store - go get some.)

ATTF #41 - Sugar Buzz

3/31/2008 2:24:00 PM

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

Happy Easter!

3/23/2008 11:59:00 PM

No show this week because we record on Sundays and it's Easter! Hope everybody has a wonderful day and until next week, go back and play Desktop Tower Defense to keep you busy.

ATTF #40 - Competitions and AMA

3/18/2008 12:35:00 AM

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

ATTF #39 - DonsRC interview - Take a drink

3/10/2008 1:14:00 AM

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!

Castle Creations deal of the year!

3/6/2008 3:09:00 PM

Check it out.

Support USA companies.

ATTF #38 - Interview with RiteWingRC

3/4/2008 1:06:00 AM

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

ATTF #37 - Flaperons, Spoilerons, and glue fumes

2/26/2008 12:35:00 AM

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

Kalteisen, Inc sponsors the logo contest!

2/20/2008 9:37:00 PM

Quinn Coldiron, owner of Kalteisen, Inc. has graciously donated a Skeeter 30 kit to the prize bucket for the ATTF logo contest! Thanks, Quinn! We really appreciate your generosity.

ATTF #36 - Events

2/19/2008 6:37:00 PM

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)

Hobby-Lobby sponsors logo contest!

2/16/2008 10:14:00 AM

As mentioned in episode 35, we need a new logo and we're having a listener contest to get one.

Logo contest ground rules:
-Send all submissions via Email
-Deadline: March 8th 08
-First Prize: Hobby-Lobby Esky Carbon BeltCP RTF
($428 value) for the prize kitty! Bling bling, baby!
-All design work sent in becomes property of AllThingsThatFly
-Winners will be contacted via email
-See an example of an entry that was submitted by a listener

Good luck
Go vote!

Don't have PhotoShop?
GimpShop
POV-Ray
Artweaver
Paint.Net

ATTF #35 - Maintenance

2/11/2008 6:20:00 PM

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

ATTF #34 - Franken Helis and bargain batteries

2/5/2008 2:24:00 AM

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

Another RC related podcast: JustRCheli

1/30/2008 6:04:00 PM

Browsing iTunes in seach of more RC addicting materials, I came across another RC podcast. This one seems to be dedicated to helis (which is always nice) and the host does a great job. Check out his podcast if your looking for more content for sure.

JustRCHeli

ATTF #33 - Jets. EDF vs Push

1/28/2008 11:58:00 AM

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

ATTF #32 - Telemaster with Jets

1/21/2008 4:13:00 PM

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

ATTF #31 - AP Recon Interview

1/15/2008 12:10:00 PM

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

ATTF #30- The Good & Bad of 2007

1/8/2008 11:40:00 PM

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

Review of the Dragonus II ARF heli from Hobby-Lobby

1/5/2008 9:56:00 PM

JustPlaneChris reviews the Dragonus II ARF heli from Hobby-Lobby. Check it out!

Interview with JustPlaneChris at Zero RC

1/3/2008 1:45:00 PM

Chris does an email interview with ZeroRC.com. Read it here.

Researchers Extend Lithium Ion Battery Life 10X

12/19/2007 2:57:00 PM

Yes...I mean that if your laptop currently gets 2 hours of unplugged life, these would get 20 hours. Holy Schmoley!

Full story

Very cool if true. We want 10x more electric gas!

ATTF #29 - Christmas Gifts

12/18/2007 2:06:00 AM

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