Brian Cooper

There is only fuel worth using, and it's Prosynth. Use 10% nitro for an ASP four stroke.

Buy more batteries.

After hours spent building a model, not to mention the cost, is it really worth trying to save a few quid by buying non-branded radio equipment? Don't get me started on "cheap" extention leads which might be only 50p but will cost you a model. . . I have lost count of the number of models seen falling to earth due to these "money savers". Oh well, let's hope nobody is underneath when they fall out of the sky. .

Regrettably, it has steadily been getting windier for the last 25+ years. Years ago a wind speed of 15mph would have kept most models on the ground. . Nowadays, this is fairly normal.... and then the heavy gusts make it even more sporty. I feel sorry for the beginners having to learn the "trade" in these rougher conditions. It can be a harsh school. It's okay for the experienced pilots. With the right model, wind can can be fun to play with.

Bailing out the flood water. Priceless.