3d EPP

A good friend of ours in the RC world is launching his own website tonight- 3dEPP.com !

If you were at SEFF or the Fly-Low-In this year, you saw some of these amazing little planes fly.

By popular demand, they are now in production as a pre-painted EPP kit. To see how they fly, check out our YouTube video:

And to get one for yourself, visit 3d EPP.com!


Fly Low!

Basher

New!! 57" Extra 330 SC

We introduced a new ARF to the 3D Hobby Shop lineup this week- the 57" Extra 330 SC!

This gorgeous new ARF was developed for us by Scott Stoops, and is the little brother to our 103" Extra 330 SC.



Specs:

• 57" Wingspan, 57" Long (w/ spinner)



• 680 sq. inches wing area



• Covered in Ultracote



• Carbon landing gear



• Composite-reinforced LG plate



• Tinted canopy



• Single Ball-link controls



• SFGs included wing bags, with pockets for wing tube and SFG's

Recommended Equipment:

• 8-10 oz. brushless motor



• 80-85A ESC



• 4S 3000-4400mah or 5S 3000-3700mah



• 4 x HS225MG servos



• 63mm spinner



• DUB672 servo arms



• 14x7 or 15x7 prop

Decals come standard with the kit-

Thanks to ADC Vinyl for allowing us to use their design.

These planes are available for pre-order in red/blue or yellow/blue (no pics yet of the yellow/blue, but the scheme is very similar to the 103" 330 SC) and are due into our warehouse in mid-September.

For more info, follow the thread on RC Groups-

Fly Low!

Basher

New 51" AJ Slick Fantasy Scheme

Our customers love our Andrew Jesky designed AJ Slick! Starting with the original 51" size, the Slick fleet has grown now to include 42", 70", 89", and 126" versions. Because of their popularity, we've come back to the 51" and added a third color scheme. Available for preorder, these will be ready to ship in mid-September.

This fantasy scheme is striking as is, or add your custom decals from ADC Vinyl.

For more info on the 51" Slick check out the RC Groups thread here.

Congrats AJ!!

Congratulations to Andrew Jesky- 2009 National F3A Pattern Champion!




After an amazing amount of dedication and plain old hard work, Andrew took the title this weekend at the Nationals in Muncie, Indiana. Next month, he's headed to Portugal to compete as part of the 2009 United States World Aerobatic Team in the FAI World Championship for Aerobatic Model Aircraft. To read more about Team USA, go here, and to make a donation to Team USA, go here or here.


Once again, congrats, Andrew, and good luck!!

Fly Low!

Basher

YouTube Channel

As you can see from our recent posts, we've been busy making lots of new videos featuring 3D Hobby Shop designs. You can find them all in one place now, at Blucor Basher's YouTube Channel! Click on the link to take you there, or type "blucorbasher" into the YouTube search bar.



This is the latest one- the 46" Vyper Hybrid Aerobatic, available for pre-order in green or yellow.

So check out the YouTube channel and subscribe to get the latest 3D Hobby Shop videos!

Fly Low!

Basher

70" Slick

Debuted at SEFF 2009, the 70" AJ Slick is the latest 3D Hobby Shop design from Andrew Jesky.

For more info, check out the RC Groups thread here.

Have to have one? Pre-order yours in red or blue today!

Fly Low!

Basher

2009 Fly-Low-In Video!

2009 FLI- AWESOME!

Well, we just got back from the 2nd annual 3D Hobby Shop Fly-Low-In at the 114th RC Aero Squadron in Grapevine, Texas, and we had a blast!

Pilots came from all over the country- California, Alabama, Colorado, North Carolina, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, and even a few from Texas!

We unveiled the latest 3D Hobby Shop design- the 68" Velox!

The fun lasted well into the night, with LED & Glow sticks night fliers...



And the proof that everybody was flying low...

Thanks so much to everyone at the 114th Aero Squadron, for their fantastic field and great hospitality! You can find more photos from the event on their website and on the thread at RC Groups.

Already looking forward to next year!

Fly Low!

Basher

Gearing Up for the Fly-Low-In!

Believe it or not, the 2nd Annual Fly-Low-In is almost here!

Come fly low with us June 6-7, 2009 at the 114th RC Aero Squadron in Grapevine, Texas. Find info on the field here, and read the thread on RC Groups here.

We've already started packing the trailer with fantastic 3DHS raffle prizes, including a yellow 89" Slick ARF!!!

We'll also be debuting a brand new 3DHS plane!

You can get your t-shirt and gear here.

We want to thank the 114th Aero Squadron in advance for being our gracious hosts- these guys really know how to put on a great event.

See you there!

Fly Low!

Basher

The Right Stick

The Right Stick is *the* premiere podcast for remote control enthusiasts! They discuss all things RC- they even featured 3D Hobby Shop a while back!

Their most recent podcast is a great interview with pilot and 3DHS aircraft designer Scott Stoops. And they are also doing a 3DHS giveaway contest- the prize is our 40" Edge 540 ARF! Click here for the RCGroups thread to post your entry.

Joe Nall

So we just get back from SEFF, and now we get to turn right around and head to the Joe Nall Fly-In! We'll be flying to the event, so we won't have any planes with us to sell. Instead, we're offering a special on our 50cc aircraft on the website, from now until May 17th.

This special applies to in stock 87" Extra SHPs and 89" Slicks.

This discount is about 1/2 of the actual shipping cost, so don't miss out!

And speaking of giant scale, we will be taking pre-orders on the 103" Extra SC and the 126" Slick at Nall. Hope to see you there!

Fly Low!

Basher

SEFF 2009

As always, SEFF was a blast! But I think this year was the best yet- great friends, food and of course, flying!

MLT and Mrs. MLT cooked up a delicious supper for the 3DHS tent city on Friday night.

Scott, Andrew and Josh flew fantastic demos on Friday and Saturday. Andrew debuted the much anticipated 70" Slick- details to follow!

Except for a little rain on Saturday, the weather was perfect. We really enjoyed hanging out with and meeting so many 3DHS fans- what a great group of people! And thanks to everyone who makes SEFF possible- it's a great event, and a LOT of work goes into making it happen.

Can't wait for next year!

Fly Low!

Basher

New T-Shirt Designs on Cafepress

We've got some new 3D Hobby Shop t-shirts designs on our site at Cafepress! Get yours in time for SEFF!

The 3D Hobby Shop Owner's Club

Here's a shout out to a very cool thread on RC Groups- the 3D Hobby Shop Owner's Club! Rob (aka Hypersprint) started this project, mapping out the proud owners of 3D Hobby Shop planes all over the world! You can find the current Google Map here.


View 3DOC in a larger map

The Club is a place for 3D Hobby Shop plane owners to keep in touch, and to organize regional 3DHS Throw Downs & Fly Ins.



As for us, we'll be doing some fun & cool stuff for the 3DOC in the near future, so sign up!

Fly Low!


Basher

Whoa, Toledo!

Well, we made it back from Toledo, safe & sound. Thanks to Weak Signals- you guys really put on a good show. We had a great time, and sold lots of 3D Hobby Shop airplanes!

Scott Stoops' new 103" Extra 330 SC graced our booth in the yellow & blue color scheme. These are available now for preorder on our website.




Scott was on hand to sign copies of his book (we sold out!) He also signed some wings, and I think some 3DHS Addict's forehead...

We unveiled our newest addition to the 3DHS lineup at the show... the 126" AJ Slick! Andrew designed this for the DA170 engine with tuned pipes. Testing is proceeding, beta testing starts soon, and we hope to produce this beast by late Summer.

And now, we set our sights on SEFF '09...

Fly Low!

Basher

Toledo Show and special show pricing!

We'll we're off to Toledo today for the Toledo RC Expo where we will be exhibiting our aircraft, hanging out with Scott Stoops and Andrew Jesky, and selling airplanes at special prices.

Because not everyone can travel to exciting and mysterious Toledo, Ohio for this event, we're offering special Toledo-Show Pricing on many aircraft via our website during the show. Show pricing starts today on www.3DHobbyShop.com and runs through April 7. Check out the great deals available right now.

See ya in Toledo!

Back in Stock

The restocking container arrived yesterday, and we've got planes up to the rafters!

Almost all of our ARFs are back in stock, including blue 47" Veloxes, red 89" Slicks, white 47" SRs, and both green and red 40" Edges.

Plans are to leave for Toledo on Monday, but we will attempt to ship out as many orders as possible before we leave.

Fly Low!


Basher

Calling All Scott Stoops Fans...

For all those Stoops Devotees, we'll have a special treat for you at the Toledo Show. Scott will be at the 3D Hobby Shop booth signing his book, The Pilot's Guide to Mastering Radio Controlled Flight on several occasions throughout the weekend.




This book is a must read for every 3D pilot, and for every 3D wannabe! Copies will be available for purchase, so stop by the booth and meet the author!

Fly Low!

Basher

103" Extra 330 SC

Pre-orders are now open on the 103" Extra 330 SC, in Red/White or Blue/Yellow. Developed by Scott Stoops, this is 3D Hobby Shop's first 35% airplane. This new Extra is the premiere 35% aerobatic aircraft on the market, using an 85-111cc gasoline engine. Expected delivery is in June, and quantities are limited, so order yours today!

BTW, the great graphics package on the above red scheme was designed by ADC Hobby Store.

You can also find more info, pics and video on the RC Groups thread.

Fly Low!

Basher

What A Month!

So, February came and went! The 89" Slicks arrived, and only a few yellow ones are left- we've sold out of the red color scheme. If you were still on the fence, I'd grab one now- we won't have more until April, perhaps May. We also have yellow 51" Slicks in stock now to match their big brothers.



The 46" Aspera (V2) pattern planes are in stock and shipping daily, and the blue 57" Sukhoi is back in stock.

We're getting ready for the Toledo Show at the end of the month- we'll have lots of ARFs to sell, and some surprises on display. And of course, we'll be in the AJ cheer section at ETOC in the evenings!

Fly Low!

Basher