Actually, given a really strong high start and a really strong arm and grip or a helper who can use both hands, it could work fine. As I recall, a high start which is 3/8" OD, 3/32 wall was just barely enough to do a scary launch on an 85 oz Anthem, a few years back, without significant wind. With significant wind or just a little more rubber, it ought to be fine. Don't use much, if any, flap. Don't pull up much, do throw HARD and not at too high an angle. Still won't reach winch height but on most days ought to be enough to climb out. If this doesn't sound good, use a winch. Steve Meyer wrote: > > Really! 80 oz is quite heavy. Don't expect much height from rubber. > > Pat is correct, the correct way to launch is with a winch. > > Steve > original question about high start size and source for 80 oz. open plane -- Lincoln Ross RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
