The E-Zagi is much more durable and compact than the TwinStar. The TwinStar
is probably easier to fly, though I don't have enough stick time on either
to make a definitive answer. It may be the standard configuration of the
TwinStar would be more comfortable for beginners, but then if they don't
have preconceptions it probably doesn't matter. The Zagi is pretty stable
but appears to be quicker, again likely due to the configuration. It is a
bit smaller in overall size since it doesn't have a fuselage & tail. Both
will slope, and both will thermal a bit.  Given the choice of these two, I'd
go for the Zagi, for it's robustness, but there are better planes for
learning to fly on.


Thanks
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-----Original Message-----
From: Bill Johns [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
Sent: February 15, 2000 7:50 AM
To: Soaring
Subject: [RCSE] Twinstar


Thanks for all the input on the sources of Twinstar.

Let me tap into this wealth of experience and knowledge and ask for
advise.
=:-o

I am trying to start a R/C club at Washington State University.  So far
I showed Endless Lift and Old Buzzard tapes.  Les Grammer came by and
brought a competition 2M and presented an excellent show&tell.  We
chatted about this and the group would like to find a group beginner
plane.  An electric powered sailplane would be ideal.  A foamie would be
wonderful.  We need something stable, durable, that can be flown on flat
land and perhaps a bit of sloping.  Perhaps do a little thermalling,
too.  Les suggested an electric Zagi.  I have no idea how stable or
suitable these are for newbies with no stick time.  Also note that these
kids live in a dorm and anything that takes huge volumes to store simply
won't do. Anything that is stick built is not suitable as we don't give
them that much spare time away from homework.  ;-)  We do have a little
room for group building.

Suggestions anyone?

Bill
--
Whatever you do will be insignificant, but it is
very important that you do it.        - Ghandi

Bill Johns
Pullman, Washington
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