Rotor Revolution RC Podcast

EP. 64: Benjamin Britton

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400

This week the flying season is in full swing. We're all building, flying, crashing and fixing. Not much news thanks to the post Rotor Live lull, but we have a great main topic for you. Nick sits down with UK Goosky Team Pilot and Youtube content creator Benjamin Britton to find out what drives him to want to share knowledge, crank out content, and help folks get their models in the air and tune up their skills.

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EP.63 Rotor Live Coverage with correspondants Rob Bingham & Stu Smith, World Champion Kenny Ko, Kyle Dahl from Scorpion Power Systems, Joachim Etter from Tron Helicopters, Jonas Wackershauser from OMPHOBBY, and Stefano Baiardi from SAB

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:46:08 -0400

It's the 3rd annual Rotor Live Episode!!! Once again we bring you all the news of what's new at Rotor Live, and thanks to onsite correspondants Rob Bingham & Stu Smith we have exclusive interviews with Kenny Ko, Kyle Dahl, Joachim Etter, Stefano Baiardi, and Jonas Wackerhauser covering all the new releases from all the big brands.

Plus all the usual updates from the crew and more!

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EP.62 SAB Genesis F3C Review

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -0400

This week Brian takes the spotlight as we discuss his experience with the recentlh released SAB Genesis F3C, and compare it to the XL Power Wraith he's been flying this season. Plus all the usual news and catchup with the crew as spring begins and the flying season starts for many of us.

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EP.61 Spirit Wave Radio and FBLs Review

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 03:00:00 -0500

This week after catching up with the crew and sharing some news the gang digs into all the details about the Spirit Wave Radio and Ecosystem, and the Spirit 3 and W1 FBLs. We'll cover in detail what the experience is like to do a full setup from the radio, and just how easy, is the "easy button" Spirit Wave ecosystem. How does it fly, what the defaults are like, telemetry and other capabilities, and a good overall review of how the system flies and how easy it is to work with.

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EP.60 Goosky S2 Ultra / OMPHobby V3 Pro - Which Micro Heli is right for you?

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:00:00 -0500

After many weeks of testing, many firmware and tuning updates, the gang is finally ready to compare and evaluate the OMPHobby V3 Pro, and the Goosky S2 Ultra. We'll cover all the specs of both, what they share in common, and how they are different. Which radios work best with either, and what they are both like to fly. Who do they suit best, and which one is best suited for beginners, and which for advanced pilots. All this and more on this detailed micro heli review episode.

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EP.59 Tron Elite / Specter Ultimate Review Episode w/ Kyle Stacy

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:00:00 -0500

This week Kyle Stacy joins the crew to help us dig in to two detailed model reviews of the XL Power Specter Ultimate and the Tron Elite. Two powerhouse 700 flagships of both model lines. We'll cover the builds, flying, and any quirks of both models to help guide your purchasing decisions. Plus all the usual news, updates, and more.

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EP. 58: 2026 Goals

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0500

This week we revisit our goals from 2025 to see our wins and losses, and set new goals for 2026. We encourage you all to set some hobby goals for 2026 and write them down! Post them on our facebook page on the episode post and let us know what you plan on working on. Better yet, set a "manoever of the year" like Alex does and go for it! We also touch on the news, and catch up with everything the crew has going on while they enjoyed some holiday down time.

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EP.57: Winter Bash / Mojo's Back / Catch Up / Holiday Gift Ideas

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 03:00:00 -0500

This week we catch up with the crew who have been busy in the hobby! We'll chat about the funfly Brian, Nick and Kenny just got back from: Gator's Winter Bash in sunny south Florida. Plus Alex gets his mojo back, and we just plain catch up on what we've all been up to. And while a bit on the late side... we'll touch on how to buy gifts for your favorite RC helicopter pilot.

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Ep.56: Darby vs Wisdom! the Rotor Rage Rebuttal Smackdown

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -0500

In a recent episode our own Nick Wisdom spoke his mind during a "Rotor Rage" segment where he advocated for Mikado to lower their prices to fall more in line with other manufacturers. Texas area pilot Doug Darby posted a public rotor rage of his own speaking out against that segment. We decided it would be way more fun to have Doug on the show for a fun good spirited debate on the subject. So grab a drink, get comfy, and listen to a few guys "at the field" sharing their points of view on the subject.

There's also all the updates on Mikados 8.2 software updates, news on the Goosky Ultra, and all the goings on in our hobby lives.

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EP.55: Catching Up with Kyle Stacy

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:35:01 -0500

This week former SAB Factory Pilot Kyle Stacy joins the crew for a full episode. Kyle recently amicably left his 13 year relationship with manufacturer SAB. So we thought we'd catch up with Kyle, and see what future plans in the hobby he's after. If you've been on social media you know Kyle has been busy sampling kits from a wide variety of manufacturers. We'll hear about all that and more in this episode as well as catch up on all the releases prior to the Black Friday Sales.

Rotor Replay:

Kyle Maidens the OMP M7R
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Bi13Fms4x/

Kyle flying the Specter Ultimate from XL Power
https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1ZGrC1KUpP/

Kyle Maidens the OMP M5
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17rCubZCxn/

Indoor Flight with the OMP V3 Pro
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1YAYhVraYx/

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RR EP54: Rotorflight a Year Later, a look at our different experiences

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0500

This week marks at least a year for all of us with the open source FBL Rotorflight. So we thought we would take a look back and have an honest discussion about our experiences. What do we love about it, what frustrates us, will we keep flying it? Plus all the usual news and lots of updates from the crew.

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EP53: Pilot Showcase: Jeremy Strickland

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0400

This week the crew sits down with XL Power team pilot Jeremy Strickland. We chat about competing, progression, his many years in the hobby, and yes that overspeed to six feet under. There's also the usual news, events, and updates from the crew.

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EP52: Our ideas for the future of helicopter airframes and electronics

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 03:00:00 -0400

This week the gang talks about ideas for the future of helicopter airframes and electronics. Features we would like to see, things we would like to see more manufacturers adopt, and lots of "nice to haves". Have great ideas for the future and want to share em? Message us via the below links and let us know your ideas and we'll mention them on the show.

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EP51: Blade Choice and Disc Loading

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 03:00:00 -0400

This week Kenny, Nick, and Alex dig into a discussion on disc loading and blade choice. We'll talk about disc loading in general, ways to lighten or increase disc loading, as well as talk about some of our favorite blade choices and why we like em. We hope it will inspire you to experiment with both blade length and brand choice.

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EP50: 50 Ways to Crash Your Helicopter

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -0400

Episode 50!? Did we really make it to 50? We decided to celebrate this milestone with a fun story filled episode that center around 50 different ways you can crash your helicopter. Most of which at least one of us has done. So get comfy, and get ready to learn from our mistakes.

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EP49. The Ins and Outs of Burnout.

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 03:00:00 -0400

This week the gang sits down to talk about burnout. What causes it, and how do we each overcome it when it shows up? How do we pull our friends back into the hobby after they take a break? What motivates us to push through problems? All that plus Kenny does a longterm review of the Blade Fusion 700 helicopter and talks about his experience with it after getting a bunch more flights on it.

Rotor Replay:
https://youtu.be/VkjBPgGggnk?si=WowBZUiNzDnjzNOu

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EP48. IRCHA / Worlds Blockbuster Supreme Burritto Extravaganza!!!

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0400

We may have taken last week off to enjoy IRCHA and Worlds but we've made up for it with two episodes worth of content in one! Join us as US Team manager Brian Byrdsong catches us up on all the action at the recent RC Helicopter Worlds F3C and F3N event in Romania, and Kenny, Nick, and our very own Princess Alex Dean share all the stories from IRCHA and the IRCHA Cup competition. PLUS!!! Tons of Interviews from IRCHA 2025 featuring in random order Nick Maxwell of team SAB and JR Propo, Kyle Stacy of team SAB, Kevin McGrady U.S. Tron Team Manager, Uli and Ralph from Mikado Germany, Goosky Team Pilot Diego Arce, Mitch Morazas from team Miniature Aircraft, JC Zanckyl from team Soxos USA, Donnie Petsche from the U.S. Tron Team, and Ra Kabun chief designer and owner of XL Power, and we'll celebrate a special anniversary with Sam Lee of Helidirect. Plus ALL the news on all the new model releases at IRCHA. Definitley a do not miss episode!

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EP 47. IRCHACHOS! w/ Lamont James

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 03:00:00 -0400

This week as the crew gears up for IRCHA we offer up a fun filled relaxed view of how to have fun at IRCHA. We're all tired of the "what do you pack for a funfly" episodes... so we thought we'd do a how do you have fun while you're there episode. If you've been in the hobby for a long time you know there is no better guest for such a subject than Helidirect team pilot Lamont James who brings the FUN to every funfly.

There's also the usual news and updates, plus we dig in with some deep thoughts on some listener mail.

Important update! We are taking a week off. Rather than try and record the Tuesday night of IRCHA week, we'll be waiting till after IRCHA to record, and so our next episode won't drop till the 19th of August. We'll use that time to get ready for IRCHA, and Brian will be busy managing team USA at the World Championships.

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EP 46: Goosky RS5 and OMPHOBBY M5 Review

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0400

This week while Brian is away competing at Nationals Kenny, Alex and Nick take the opportunity to compare two new 550 sized helis on the market. The OMPHOBBY M5 and the Goosky RS5. You'll hear details about both models, their experience with them, and how they compare to other 550s the crew has flown and owned. All this plus the news, NATs results hot off the presses, and the usual shenanigans.

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EP.45 Helifest UK with Rob Bingham and Stu Smith

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 03:00:00 -0400

This week we're joined once again by guest hosts Rob Bingham and Stu Smith who take us on a trip across the pond to the largest funfly in the Uk, Helifest. Rob and Stu sit down with event organizers, pilots, team managers, and manufacturers and ask them about the new innovative contest format as well as what's new in their hobby worlds. Special thanks to Rob and Stu for all their efforts to bring us along to see how things are done in the UK.

The lull in news just before IRCHA is upon us, so not a lot of news this week, but plenty to hear about from the crew's summer adventures in the hobby.

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EP44. IRCHA Updates with Bert Kammerer

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 14:15:13 -0400

A special mini episode... Our own Alex Dean sits down with IRCHA board member Bert Kammerer for updates on what IRCHA has in store for you in 2025 and a reminder to get your pre-registration in at the below link.

Link to pre-register:
www.ircha.org

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EP 43. Mikado V8 Tuning and Details with Jesse Kavros

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 03:00:00 -0400

Join us this week as Mikado team pilot Jesse Kavros joins us to share tuning tips for Mikado's Version 8 software for their EVO FBLs. But we don't just stop there... Thanks to Jesse's 15+ years in the hobby we hear abou the history of Mikado's FBL development, how V7 values translate into V8, and much much more. It's a conversation you don't want to miss.

All that plus we try to stop saying "Rotorflight" (Pro Tip, you'll need an adult beverage to play our Rotorflight drinking game), lots of news, someone other than Alex crashes this week, and lots lots more. A don't miss episode!

Rotor Replay:
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1EP4aQDdPC/

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EP 42. Just Us and a Robot

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0400

This week was originally going to be the XL Power Wraith F3C helicopter review... but the universe had other plans, and the sky called... and instead of moving our schedule up a week we decided we all had so much to talk about from our own hobby journeys, plus plenty of news... so we thought we'd just sit around the bench and chat. So whether your are in the car, or in your workshop we hope you'll enjoy a bit more of a relaxed episode this week. Plus meet our latest and newest member of the team!

Rotor Replay:
RC Helicopter (saint) Richard saves us all from watching a two hour Mikado broadcast
https://youtu.be/XyBmBF9a9DY?si=jkuL1y6eNEesnN4r

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EP.41 OMPHOBBY with Jonas Wackershauser

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 20 May 2025 04:00:00 -0400

This week we have a unique opportunity to sit down with the OMPHOBBY's brand lead helicopter designer Jonas Wackershauser. We'll hear about Jonas's early beginnings in the hobby and how he turned his field of study into a career in the RC helicopter hobby. We'll also hear details on OMPHOBBY's newest addition to their micro helicopter fleet, as well as dig into the many challenges facing helicopter and blade designers. All this plus the news and more.

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EP.40 Servo Myths and Truths hosted by Bert Kammerer

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 06 May 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Our 40th episode is a special one guest hosted by Bert Kammerer of BK Hobbies. We had a blast recording this one, and we think you'll enjoy hearing about what we've been up to, a bit more on tariffs from the perspective of a retailer, all the news (and there's a lot this episode) and then we'll dig into the truths and myths about servos. Are 12 volt servos worth it? Should we be running our servos at 760? What refresh rate is optimal? What's marketing hype and what's a worthwhile upgrade?

Rotor Replay:

RC Helicopter Richard is at it again, this time with a walkthrough on what's new in Heli X 11. Richard covers it all in depth so we don't have to!
https://youtu.be/N-wS-gGDH0M?si=d5gcWgWupVX1Waxm

This week's Rotor replay is a double feature... take a look at this video from Bobby Watts with more about why we all love our hobby so much.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zITL695gPFE

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast Ep.39 What's Our Why

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

After a week of none of our schedule's lining up even a little bit, the crew is back again with our apologies. This week we dig into what's our why in the hobby. Why do we do this? Why are we so addicted to this amazing hobby?

There's also the usual news, more shaft jokes, and updates from the crew.

Boomstrike Funfly Information:
https://www.facebook.com/share/159UXFWjap/

Rotor Replay: Ben Storick's Youtube Video on his flights at the Freedom 500
https://youtu.be/6BdPHO7ebj4?si=OoWRQA7wpM2pxqEM

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.38 - FR Sky with Ben Saraceno and Keith Williams

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

This week the gang sits down with FR Sky's Ben Saraceno and Keith Williams to talk all about the transmitters available from FR Sky, as well as their new RF007 Rotorflight FBL. But it's not all about Rotorflight, we'll cover their integration with multiple FBLs as well. Learn why Kenny, Nick, and Alex are all currently flying the X18RS transmitter from FR Sky, and what they have to offer the hobby.

There's also the usual news and shenanigans, gold worship, and "one more thing"s.

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.37 Rotor Live 2025

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

This week the crew digs into all of the news to come out of the largest tradeshow in the RC helicopter hobby: Rotor Live. With a mix of exclusive interviews from the tradeshow floor the crew walks you through all of the new models and electronics to be released at Rotor Live. Scorpion and Midland Helicopter team pilot Rob Bingham is also back this year to bring us interviews from the tradeshow floor again. You won't find coverage of Rotor Live this in depth anywhere else, so sit back, grab a drink, and enjoy all of the updates from the major brands in the hobby.

Putting an episode like this together isn't easy... so we want to offer a special thanks to Rob Bingham, as well as to Simone Zunterer's youtube channel as well as RC Helicopter Richard's for helping to bring some of the event to life and help us feel like we were there. Checkout their youtube channels here;

Simone Zunterer:
https://youtube.com/@simonezunterer?si=JmeyTGlNPzFm2mtV

RC Helicopter Richard
https://youtube.com/@rchelicopter?si=Z0LDwlWIL8vUW5Do

Rotor Replay: Check out this epic Crash / Save / Crash by Vava Boonmala during the 3D competition
https://youtu.be/rt5WgmvRNf0?si=nSGvq5sUTREh9KeL

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast Ep. 36 XL Power Specter WC Edition Review

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0500

This week all 4 of the crew dig into the review of the popular XL Power Specter World Champion Edition review. Brian has recently started his new Wraith build featuring many of the same parts from the WC Kit, and Kenny, Nick, and Alex are all flying the WC Edition kit so we get a unique opportunity for all 4 of us to share some insights about a model. There's also the usual news, some pre Rotor Live announcements, and the usual shenanigans from the crew.

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast Ep.35 OMPHOBBY M2 EVO MK2 Review with Chris Kim

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 04:00:00 -0500

This week we capitalize on a unique opportunity... the chance to review a model with someone from the development team for that model on the show! Chris Kim from the OMP Hobby team joins us as we review the new OMP Hobby M2 Mk 2 Evo micro helicopter. We all know that every new micro helicopter to come to market claims it's the best in it's class and the "next evolution" but how does the OMP shape up? What does it come with? Who is it aimed at? We'll answer all this and hear what OMP might be working on in the future on this episode. Plus all the news and our usual updates from the crew.

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.34 The SXC Crew

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 04:00:00 -0500

This week we sat down with the crew from the SXC discord community: Archie Harris, Herman Quinones, and Sean Hall. Together the three of them make up the team from the SXC discord community which is a discussion group centered around helping others get started with Rotorflight. SXC also creates and share "presets" for both transmitter files and model files to help folks gets up and running with Rotorflight much faster than they would be able to on their own.

We also cover the usual news and our winter updates as we get ready for the spring season, and some of us brave the cold to knock some flights out.

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.33 Goal Setting

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 04:00:00 -0500

This week the crew is back to talk about goal setting. We'll cover how we did on our 2024 goals, and set new ones for 2025. Plus plenty of shop talk as we all navigate winter, and our usual roundup for the news.

Rotor Replay:
Quiet Eye Video for better focus on your helicopter
https://youtu.be/qIG1ZT3-a_A?si=otSWdFPQ18wXM8MH

Merak 750 Unboxing Video
https://youtu.be/7aTcTQ4Kxqk?si=DDuSht5eaq0ncDsG

As always... send any questions, funfly updates, news or anything else out way via email to questions@rotorrevolution.live, or message us on our facebook page at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast. Thanks for listening!

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.32 - Ben Storick and a HUGE win for the hobby!

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 04:00:00 -0500

Happy New Year! The gang is back again to kick off the new year with an amazing story for our hobby. This week we're joined by Helidirect team manager Sean Hall and Helidirect and Futaba team pilot Ben Storick to hear all about how a chance encounter at the Winter Bash funfly led to Ben appearing on Cleetus McFarland's youtube channel showcasing what our hobby has to offer to his 4 million subscribers! Teams and sponsors aside, this is a huge win for the entire hobby

We'll also hear all about what the guys were up to over the break and the holiday, and catch up on the latest new from Mikado and others. Plus there's a slew of new funfly announcements.

Rotor Replay:

Cleetus McFarland Video:
https://youtu.be/aKiTpqUAIxg?si=UpQqyDqYTr29KtY8

Ben Storick's Youtube Channel
https://youtube.com/@benstorick?si=F6Iw4raOIKlhlRoA

As always thanks for listening! If you'd like to support our podcast we'd love for you to like, follow and share our facebook page at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform to help others find the show. Message any of us via our facebook page or via email at questions@rotorrevolution.live. Send us your funfly news, listener questions, and what your hobby goals are for 2025.

Rotor Revolution EP31 - The Rotor Bash (Winter Bash!), Listener Mail, NSDRC Servo Review

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

This week the gang is Back from the Rotor Bash, I mean Winter Bash and we had an absolute BLAST! We'll cover some highlights of the funfly: Brian and Nick dip their toes deeper into the Rotorflight waters, The princess lives a fairy tale and then puts one in while doing so, and Kenny discovers how to shut his ESC down in mid air, and Brian attempts to bury his Genesis in a pile of mulch.

Feeling spicy? Grab a drink and get ready to take a sip every time someone says "Rotorflight". We guarantee you'll be in a GREAT mood by about ten minutes into the episode.

We also cover the news including the latest micro heli to hit the market, and then for our main topic this week we catch back up on listener emails, as well as do our review of the new NSDRC Helicopter Servos Kenny and Nick have been testing.

Rotor Replay: There isn't one per say this week, but the guys mention several videos so we've put links below

Alex throwing down on the BK Nitron 90 at the Winter Bash
https://youtu.be/QxyuenPyLZM?si=JU7FrzLf8ogslgCT

Alex Dean and Bert Kamerer fly a tandem at the Winter Bash
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19juoqc7v3/

Bert K and Kyle Stacy tandem at the winter bash
https://youtu.be/YrJWaNOcpvM?si=FloPnbr5vET1xlcE

Alex tries his hand at flight commentary while Ben Storrick shreds at the winter bash
https://youtu.be/SnbznCckMmo?si=O34rFs4YJgx7bBNk

Jonas's latest video on the new OMP Hobby Micro Helicopter
https://youtu.be/HUe3-_EARPc?si=Sk8VO15hsST7uHXO

That's a wrap for us in 2024! Thank you to ALL of you that listen and download our show! We so appreciate you. We wish you all an amazing holiday season and can't wait to share more with you in 2025. We're taking a bit of a holiday break, and our next episode won't drop till January 7th. In the meantime, come find us on facebook, like and share our episode posts, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform to help folks find the show. See you in 2025.

Rotor Revolution EP.30 - Advanced Flybarless Tuning with Jiawen Bao

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

This week the gang sits down with OMP Hobby team pilot Jiawen Bao to discuss advanced flybarless tuning techniques. While we mainly focus on the Vbar Neo/Evo and Rotorflight FBLs, the concepts described are universally applicable to most flybarless units. Jiawen has studied control loops and systems in depth at Stanford University where he earned his graduate degree in mechanical engineering. So pull up a chair, get out a notebook, and dig into this episode with us as we all learn how to improve the performance of our RC helicopters.

There's also the usual updates as we bought stuff, flew stuff, crashed stuff and sold stuff, and we also dig into the latest news in the hobby.

Jiawen's Rotorflight Template Model:
https://www.rotorflight.org/docs/Tuning/tuning-examples

Rotor Replay:
SAB team pilot CD throws down an amazing flight on the Il Goblin at only 1680RPM.
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Caa3iWVMY/

If you're planning on attending the Winter Bash in the Orlando area this weekend Dec 6-8th, 2024 then come on by and say hello to the crew. We'll all be there starting on Friday and would love to hear from you.

Got questions for the crew? episode suggestions? feedback? well you can always reach us on our facebook page, or on facebook messenger at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast, or email us at questions@rotorrevolution.live.

Thanks for listening!

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.29 - SAB IL Goblin Pro and Blade Fusion 700 Review

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:00:00 -0500

This week the crew covers lots of ground. We'll hear all about the recent Southwest Heli Rodeo funfly from Alex, plus his first crack at the Rotorflight FBL. Nick lets the magic smoke out, Kenny finishes redesigning his new heli, and Brian cheats on Futaba. Plus like always, we catch you up on all the news from around the hobby, including the latest developments at Mikado.

For our main topic this week Kenny and Nick share their experience with two new 700s on the market: The IL Goblin Pro from SAB, and Blade's return to the 700 market with their new Fusion 700 model. We cover all the hits and misses of each helicopter in depth throughout the building and flying process.

Rotor Replay:

Alex Dean and Greg Ringle promote the SW Heli Rodeo in their own special way:
(does require joining the facebook group RC Heli Hangout to view)
https://www.facebook.com/44401123/videos/948766783758675/

As always, thanks for listening to our show! Come meet the crew and stop by and say hello on Friday at the upcoming Winter Bash Funfly in the Orlando, Florida area on Dec 6,7,8. Got a question for the crew? Email us at questions@rotorrevolution.live or message us on facebook at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast. Be sure and like and follow us on facebook and leave us a written review on your favorite podcast platform.

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP28. Holiday Gift Ideas under $100 bucks!

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 10:37:10 -0500

Episode 28 is live! This week the whole gang is back, and we're talking gift ideas, stocking stuffers for the holidays! Sharing our list of favorite, affordable tools, under $100, and other RC helicopter related items that you can gift to your friends and family or to yourself! Plus lots of news and loaded recaps.

Rotor Replay:
RC Helicopter Richard is back at it again, this time with a video on trick ways to takeoff off your helicopter.
https://youtu.be/bCnIG27azjo?si=vl5iUK77DjlStD22

Link to the large capacity 24v 100 Amp Hour Battery Nick has been talking about:
https://a.co/d/fQ8IUlo

Our Holiday Gift Ideas:

SAB or Steam Ball Link Pilers: $19-27
https://tinyurl.com/5n77fwd5

Protech foldout Field Tool Bag w. Zipper: $25
https://tinyurl.com/332rf5cr

Narrow tip heat gun: $25
https://tinyurl.com/y3dp525c

Needle Files Set: $8
https://tinyurl.com/rz8dbhm2

4 Pack Awl Tool Gourd Shape Wooden Handle: $10
https://tinyurl.com/t5y5t4zy

Swash Leveling Zip Tool Set: $79
https://tinyurl.com/3xc4mwbk

EDS ALLEN WRENCH SET - METRIC SIZES 6 PCS.: $58
https://tinyurl.com/2x87zcbt

KNIPEX TwinGrip Pliers: $34
https://tinyurl.com/34ct3t5z

Bondhus 13160 4mm Ball End Tip T-Handle: $12
https://tinyurl.com/5x9dm9w3

DFA/JR Double Transmitter Case: $150
https://tinyurl.com/2s39d62a

Pitch Gauge phone holder for the IRCHA App: $60
https://tinyurl.com/4ar2p3mc

Gens Ace Imars D300 G-Tech Smart Dual AC/DC Charger: $130
https://tinyurl.com/mwh4bdst

On Board Glow System-for Nitro Engine: $23
https://tinyurl.com/99zujemy

Carbon Blade Propeller Balancer for 250-700 Helicopter Black/Red: $19
https://tinyurl.com/svd62fm9

SAB Swashplate Leveler for Goblin Kraken 12MM: $27
https://tinyurl.com/mw2kwxt5

ILGoblin Swashplate Leveler 15mm: $29
https://tinyurl.com/5n7u43wr

Next CGM RC Heli Flight Simulator (USB Flash Drive Version): $99
https://tinyurl.com/5czwynbj

TORQ TBox Program Card: $30
https://tinyurl.com/4abh9jrh

540 Pieces M3 x 6mm /8mm /12mm /16mm /20mm /25mm /30mm, Hex Socket Head Cap Screws Bolts Washers Nuts Kit, 304 Stainless Steel: $10
https://tinyurl.com/3542th4p

Hand Warmers Rechargeable 2 Pack, 14000mAh: $40
https://tinyurl.com/4hf7uwya

As Always, thanks for listening to show! We greatly appreciate it. Have any question for the team? You can always email us at questions@rotorrevolution.live, of message us on facebook at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast.

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.27 - Kontronik with Tim DiPeri and Ben Minor

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

This week we begin the first in a series of episodes focused on a manufacturer. We're joined by Kontronik Sales and Marketing Director for North America, Tim DiPeri and head of US Tech Support for Kontronik, Ben Minor. Together we'll dig into what the brand has to offer in their motor and speed control lines, and see why so many folks enjoy their products.

There's also the usual updates, news, and a visit from some surprise guests.

To learn more about Kontronik head over to their website:
https://kontronik.com/en

Want to pre-register for the Winter Bash funfly? Head on over to:
https://www.torchs.org/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=255824&item_id=2377704

Got a question for the team? News for us to share? Events you'd like us to mention? Hit us up via email at questions@rotorrevolution.live or via facebook messenger at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast. Want to help out the show? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform to help others find the show.

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.26 - Youth in the Hobby Part 1 with Allen Alsabrook

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Tail in hover to piro flips in 9 months... This was a story we had to hear. This week the crew sits down with young Texas based pilot Allen Alsabrook who has only been in the hobby for a short 9 months. We'll learn about all about the challenges young pilots face, what we're doing right to support young pilots, and what we have room to improve on. We hope to feature more young pilots in the future and learn things along the way.

There's also plenty of news, recaps, an important reminder for all of us, and plenty of shenanigans along the way.

Rotor Replay: See Allen’s progress with a recent flight at a Texas funfly:

https://youtu.be/U3d03ifJrLE

Want to support the show? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Have a question, comment, episode suggestion, or stuck on a problem? You can always message the team on our facebook page at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast or via email at questions@rotorrevolution.live. As always, thanks for listening!

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast Ep.25 Flying Progression Part Two - What's in the sauce?

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0400

This week the crew continues our conversation on how best to progress in your flying. How to work past road blocks and hurdles along the way, and tips and tricks that worked for us to learn and perfect new moves. While much of this may be old hat to many of you, we hope you'll learn something new as we each share what works for us. Have other great ideas to share about progressing your flying? Topic or guest suggestions? Share them with us! Hit us up via email at questions@rotorrevolution.live or message us on our facebook page at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast. As always thanks for listening, and if you're wondering how you can help support the podcast we always appreciate when folks take the time to leave us a review on their favorite podcast platform.

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast Ep. 24 Cary Brooks shares the secret sauce to progressing your flying

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Ever wondered the secret to progressing your flying faster? Did you ever wonder how someone goes from not being able to hover to joining the SAB Factory team in five years? This week the crew sits down with SAB Factory Pilot, Xnova team pilot, and BK Hobbies Flight Team pilot Cary Brooks. We'll hear all about the techniques he used to learn new maneuvers, and how he became the pilot he is today.

We'll also catch up with the crew, hear all about Kenny and Brian's time at the recent Heli Extravaganza funfly, and as always, share all the latest news in the hobby.

Rotor Replay:

Youtube Channel Fly Right RC Shares a compilation of 3 Pond Flights at Heli Extravaganza
1) Jay Treadway's great save...
2) Cary Brooks takes his heli for a swim
3) Nick Maxwell and Kyle Stacy epicly throw down over the pond at night.

https://youtu.be/6SU_4xkaKCo?si=NVYGaM_xrszrDZyb

Questions for the crew? You can email us at questions@rotorrevolution.live, or contact us via our facebook page at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast. Thanks for listening!

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP 23. IRCHA & NATs with Scott Graham and Satinder Dhindsa

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 27 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0400

This week the crew sits down with recent NATs competitors Scott Graham and Satinder Dhindsa to hear all about their experiences spending almost two weeks in Muncia Indiani competing in the nationals and then staying on to attend the largest funfly in the United States, the IRCHA Jamboree. We'll hear all about their experiences as competitors, why you should try it, and what they learned from it. We then hear all about the new IRCHA, how the funfly took shape, favorite moments, seeing new models, and lots more. We think you'll quickly realize we had a great time making this one... and we hope you'll enjoy it too.

Lots of links to share this week... in no particular order:

Rotor Replay:

Kyle Stacy Battle of the Brands Winning Flight:
https://youtu.be/r79WdGVrz5c?feature=shared

Another version of the same flight with better music track:
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/F5HyeG3PGF7SU1xJ/

Some links of interest:

RC Helicopter Richard's Video on Breaking down the F3N Manoevers:
https://youtu.be/o-9KLqltpqA?si=QmutSvR0HejL0EPa

Blade Fusion 700
https://youtu.be/5PK_4oDNS08?si=j4bbEmvA6zal39Op

Got questions for the crew, or info on an event you'd like us to share? Email us at questions@rotorrevolution.live or message us on facebook at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast. Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform to help others find the show, and as always, Thanks for listening!

Nick, Brian, Kenny, and Alex.

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.22 Spirit Wave Radio System with Dima Vinar

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Sun, 11 Aug 2024 01:02:02 -0400

This week we're publishing early in order to give everyone taking the long drive home from IRCHA something to listen to on the way. We'll start off with updates from the crew, hear how Nick finally fixed his 580 Nitro, how Kenny's IRCHA prep went, and how Alex has come to terms with his love of trains. We'll cover the news including some updates on what was new at IRCHA this year, NATs results, and all the goings on in the hobby. Then we'll sit down with Amain team pilot Dima Vinar who has been helping test and develop the new Spirit Wave radio and ecosystem. We'll talk about features, what sets it apart from other radios, and what you can look forward to upon it's release.

Speaking of NATs and the spirit FBLs... check out one of Scott Graham's flights from the F3N competition that earned him a spot on the U.S. World's team. Scott is flying with a Jeti radio and Spirit GTR FBL.

https://youtu.be/rs-lrCOLq00?feature=shared

As always, find us on facebook at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast, leave us a review on your favorite podcast app, and if you have any questions for the team, shoot em via email at questions@rotorrevolution.live or find us on facebook messenger.

Thanks for listening and safe travels home from IRCHA!

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.21 SAB iL Goblin with Kyle Stacy

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 03:00:00 -0400

This week we're excited to have SAB Factory Pilot Kyle Stacy on the show to talk all about the latest helicopter releases from SAB: the iL Goblin Pro and iL Goblin Raw. As one of the few people in the world that's flown both, Kyle shares his unique perspective after being involved with the development and testing of so many SAB helicopters over the years. We'll hear all about the new features, flying characteristics, and just how big an improvement over the current Raw 700 are these models. We'll also catch up on the latest from JR as well as what Kyle's been up to recently.

Rotor Replay:
SAB Team Pilot Robin Lipke puts the iL Goblin Pro through it's paces
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzsuca5UkNE

As always, feel free to reach out to us with any questions, suggestion, or hellos via email at questions@rotorrevolution.live or via facebook messenger on our facebook page at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast where you can also find links to the rotor replay videos as well as information on the show.

Thanks for listening!

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.20 OMP M7 vs Goosky RS7 Review Episode

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0400

This week the crew focuses on two new offerings in the 700 size, the Goosky RS7 and the OMP M7. Trying to decide between the two? Curious about either of them? We cover both helicopters in depth and cover what we like, don't like, love, and enjoy about both models.

On top of that we'll hear from IRCHA board member Tima with special guest Andy Ross, get all the news from around the hobby, and catch up the crew and hear what's been flying great, and not so great for each of them.

Rotor Replay:
A collection of flying videos from the recent Global 3D Event
https://www.youtube.com/@global3d39/videos

As always if you have any questions for the crew you can always reach out to us via email at questions@rotorrevolution.live, or message us directly on our facebook page at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast.com

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.19 Midairs and Letting Go

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 03:00:00 -0400

This week the gang is all here and we have lots to talk about. Summer is here and we're all getting in flights, Alex and Nick are cranking out flights, Brian puts the work in and heads to his first contest of the year, and Kenny hits the Dragonfly funfly and well... you'll want to hear what happened.

On top of this we have all the latest news from SAB, updates from Tron, warnings from YGE, updates from Global 3D and Bert Kammerer drops by to tell us more about what to expect at IRCHA this year.

Oh but wait there's more... the crew spends some time talking about when is it time to let go of a helicopter and consider selling it, and when should you hold onto it?

Rotor Replay Links:

Kenny Ko Victory Flight at Global 3D (courtesy of Ethan Williams)
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/kGJZWN1xvoth8cGz/

Kenny Hutton's Specter Meets Scott Graham's OMP M7. It doesn't end well.

Bill Ann's Version:
https://youtu.be/aL8tdISQdiE?si=nwV-2F0fSQ9o18_t

Tanner Ingram / Fly Right RC Version:
https://youtube.com/shorts/HHBP3Koa3N8?si=OCS-8973DvpALfel

As always thanks for listening! Any questions or news for the team? Hit us up at questions@rotorrevolution.live via email, or find us on facebook at facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast and message us there too.

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP18 - Rotorflight with Tomas Kirnak

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 18 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0400

This week Alex, Kenny and Nick sit down with Rotorflight power user Tomas Kirnak to discuss this extremely affordable FBL that utilizes open source community written software to power it. We cover the basics of how to get involved with the rotorflight community, what are the hardware options, which radios it's compatible with, how is the setup process, what's the learning curve like, how does it fly, what's tuning like, and who is it really aimed at. At 100 dollars per FBL and being able to purchase a radio that would allow complete integration and forward programming for only 250 dollars, it's a system you can buy 3 or 4 of for the price of some more expensive radio and fbl combos. Our hope is to help guide your purchasing decisions by explaining just what you would be getting yourselves into, and where to find help if you decide to take it on. Special thanks to everyone in the Rotorflight community who helped us with this episode.

On top of all that we catch up with the crew (spoiler alert: there all back to flying again!), as well as cover the latest news in the hobby. There's also some updates on how to get a hold of us, as well as the latest on swag here at the Revolution. As always, for listener questions, advertising inquiries, funfly information, or any news items you would like us to cover you can email us at questions@rotorrevolution.live, or message us at our facebook page at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast.

Some helpful links:

Central hub of all Rotorflight Information:
www.rotorflight.org

Rotorflight Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/rotorflight

Rotorflight Discord:
https://discord.gg/6QUySXdEvd

Rotorflight on RC Groups Discussion Forum
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?4000345-Rotorflight-Flight-Control-%28FBL%29-Software-Official-discussion

Rotorflight on Github
https://github.com/rotorflight

Rotor Revolution EP.17 Night Flying with Satinder Dhindsa

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 03:00:00 -0400

This week the gang is all here and excited to catch up on what we've all been up to. Nick dives back into the hobby after all that work travel, Alex has yet ANOTHER funfly mishap, Brian is finding new ways to practice, and Kenny is tuning up a storm. We do the usual news catching you up on the latest goings on in the radio control helicopter hobby, and then Alex gets a chance to sit down with Satinder Dhindsa to talk about night flying helicopter rigs. How to make a temporary one you can put on your favorite helicopter, programming lights to music, or just building a basic night flying rig that anyone can put together. The two of them cover the subject in detail as reveal some great new products aimed at night flying in the works. Lots of resources on this one so here are all the links:

Satinder's Super Helpful Night Flying Rig Guide:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1h-6PK7xhUu2z_FHfSYyUiqiziOu5fcH0QPv0XeOKkQ0/edit#heading=h.nvw33z87c4bn

Satinder's Night Flying Rig Demo:
https://youtu.be/4_sNgcAy9Bg?si=bkqv_wn_MTSBuulG

Alex's Night Flying Rig:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJLb_dk0CYU

Rotor Replay Jonas's Nexus FBL Rotorflight Walkthrough
https://youtu.be/YdfZgF5WKuQ?si=4-qnlL7WJ7vIp3yk

As always, thanks for listening! We greatly appreciate it. Find and follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform.

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.16 What motivates you in the hobby?

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 21 May 2024 03:00:00 -0400

This week, Kenny, Nick and Alex talk about motivation... How do you get it back when you lose it? How do you renew your interest in the hobby when you are in a slump? How do you get your buddy out to the field to fly with you? We'll cover all these topics and more, and even talk a little about the negative forces that can work against you wanting to get out and fly.

We also cover the news, some of our builds, Kenny tries to convince more of us to join the church of Rotorflight, and we try and spend more of Alex's money. Brian is mid move so focused on making sure all his helis arrive in the new house in one piece. He'll be back soon!

Rotor Replay:
Myles Matta shows us all how it's done on the XL Power Specter Nitro
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMLdlo1JosU

Honorable Mention Video:
Alex shares some updates on the Tron Advance Gasser 700. (be sure and watch till the end)
https://youtu.be/beWAw85jqXk?si=ThpV54F5Ws9p7L3F

As always... find us on facebook at Rotor Revolution RC Podcast, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform! Help us spread the word and tell a friend about us. Thanks for listening!

Rotor Revolution Ep.15 Tron Dnamic lightweight 700 in depth review.

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 07 May 2024 03:00:00 -0400

It's not everyday that most of us agree on something... but in this episode you'll hear all about how Kenny, Alex and Nick all love their Tron Dnamics. We'll cover the all the details from the build, to our electronics, to why and how it flies different, and most importantly, why we think it might be another great helicopter to add to your fleet.

We'll also hear all about the recent West Coast funfly at Ken's Ranch, how to crash three helicopters in two flights, and much more! We'll cover the news, Brian will tell us all about the new transmitter coming from Futaba, listener question follow up and lots more!

As always, thanks for listening. We truly appreciate it! Want to help others find the podcast? Be sure and leave us a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform and come find us on facebook at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast.

Rotor Revolution Ep.14 Mistakes We've Made

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Ever make a mistake that's caused a crash? Or wish you knew something then that you do now? Well this week the gang is all here and we spend the episode sharing our best mistakes and what we learned from them. We hope by sharing our mistakes, that we can help you prevent making the same ones. Have a mistake of your own you would like to share? Email them to us at questions@rotorrevolution.live or message them to us on our facebook page at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast.

This week's Rotor Replay Video on Autorotations:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf6294MglvU

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.13 Joachim Etter of Tron Helicopters

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 09 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -0400

This week we sit down with one of the three owners of Tron Helicopters, Joachim Etter. We'll learn a bit more about the recent release of their 550 size helicopters the Gemini and Orion. We'll answer questions about why are there two different canopy and side frame design choices, how might this effect the rest of the line, and more about the future of the Tron helicopter brand in 2024.

We'll also touch base with the crew in our rotor recap section, and bring you the latest news from across the hobby including the Align TB70 version two teasers that Align have been putting out.

This weeks rotor replay: Jeff West of the West Hobbies RC channel takes us through the beginning's of his Raw 700 turbine conversion project.
https://youtu.be/8j6hU4x8sIE?si=yeok5lf_M2Jn18W8

As always, thanks for listening! Be sure and follow our facebook page for updates, photos, links to videos we discuss and more. You can find us at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast. Leave us a review on your favorite podcast page to help more helicopter fans find the show.

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.12 Rotor Live Special Edition with Rob Bingham

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -0400

This week we bring you a very special episode dedicated to all of the news being released at the recent Rotor Live tradeshow in Germany where many manufacturers release new equipment and helicopters every year. Special guest host Rob Bingham joings the gang to bring you interviews with none other than Nick Maxwell, Kyle Stacy, Kenny Ko, Kyle Dahl, Duncan Bossion, Bert Kammerer, Tron Helicopters, Miniature Aircraft, Egodrift Motors, SAB team manager Jonas Schelpe, Jeff Ren from OMP hobby, and the list goes on! Truly an epic episode where we cover everything your favorite brands are up to for 2024. We'll cover new kits released, motors, speed controllers, blades, and servos and catch up with your favorite pro pilots from around the globe. Truly an episode not to be missed. While there's no Rotor Replay this week, we will be posting loads of links to a variety of videos we saw come out of Rotor Live on our facebook page so be sure to like and follow that for more information.

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www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast

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www.rotorrevolution.live

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Questions for the team? News to share? Funfly info you would like us to share? Email us at questions@rotorrevolution.live or hitus up on Rotor Revolution RC Podcast on facebook messenger.

As always, thanks for listening!

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.11 Greggor McGrath with Absolute CNC Products

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 12 Mar 2024 09:14:09 -0400

We've got a special treat for you all this week. We've talked before about how much we love the stories behind the products. Greggor McGrath of Absolute CNC products has a unique story to tell. We'll hear how his first CNC machine bought of a craigslist ad turned into a sucessful hobby business, and how a conversation between nitro enthusiasts turned into designing one of the best pipes for nitro helicopters to come around in a long time. But even if you aren't a nitro fan you'll enjoy the story behind the development and how a small community of enthusiasts can come together to develop, test and bring to market a unique new product. We've also got plenty of news on the leadin to the now completed Rotor Live, and our usual updates. Speaking of Rotor Live... we have what we think will be a GREAT episode coming in a couple weeks with all of the updates on new equipment coming out of Rotor Live.

Rotor Replay:
https://youtu.be/WXOmTQFECK8?si=TRlMafvu0H6kkZC2

Absolute CNC Products
https://www.absolutecncproducts.com

As always... thanks for listening, for sharing, for reviewing our podcast, and helping us spread the word. We greatly appreciate it!

Nick, Brian, Alex, and Kenny.

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.10 Dubai Masters Special Edition with Sean Hall

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0500

BREAKING NEWS!!! Surprise! This week we're releasing a special edition mini episode (on our off week!) all about the Dubai Masters. Sean Hall of Helidirect drops in to give us the inside scoop on what went down at the recent Dubai Masters Invitational 3D competition. We'll hear about some of the challenges they faced, some crashes, the entire field doing piroflips at the same time together all along the runway, spending time with announcer Nik Johnson and organizer Tareq Alsaadi, and many more details about the contest. Sadly the whole crew couldn't make this one as we rushed it into production, but we hope you'll enjoy it. As always thanks for listening! The whole crew will be back next week with a very special guest on our usual schedule.

Link to HeliDirect Heli Addiction Facebook group where you can find lots of video clips of the event:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/hdcustomers/

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP. 9 - This Vs. That: A flybarless comparison with Scott Graham

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Episode 9 (are we really almost at double digits?, that was quick!) is jam packed with goodness! The efforts to make Alex buy a Dnamic continue, Nick flies almost as much as Alex, Kenny digs in to tuning his Dnamic and lots more. The news is short and sweet this time as we head into the lull before all the Rotor Live announcements. Stay tuned as we'll have some special rotor live coverage in a future episode.

We take advantage of the extra time to dig into Scott Graham's new flybarless / radio comparison series on his new "This Vs. That" youtube channel. We'll learn all about the various comparison methods, which electonics he plans to cover, and why the whole thing came about. We can't think of anyone better to do a proper fair comparison between all these FBLs and we're looking forward to seeing more from Scott. You can check out his Youtube channel at: www.youtube.com/@TheOfficialThisVSThat

Some more relevant links for this week:

Rotor Replay:

Kyle Dahl flying at the Dahl House throwback to 2012

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWHxjpI6ARE

As always, thanks for listening! If you would like to help out the podcast, written reviews on any of your favorite podcast providers always help new people find the show as does sharing the episodes from our facebook page which you can find at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast and find us on the web at www.rotorrevolution.live.

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP. 8 Build Tips and Tricks Volume 1

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 13 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0500

This week the whole gang is back with the first of what will become a semi regular series on the show: Build Tips and Tricks. The crew shares some of their favorite methods for a variety of build tasks and offers you some of their favorite tips. We'll do episodes like this one from time to time, so if there is something you would like us to cover, message our faceboook page or hit us up via email at questions@rotorrevolution.live.

There's also a giant pile of news, and this week we announce the winners of our first hat giveaway! We truly appreciate all the creative ways you helped us get the word out about the show! Whether you posted photos, left us a written review, or shared our episode posts we greatly appreciate it. We've seen a noticeable uptick in new listeners since the contest and we want to welcome all of you to the show. Thanks for listening!

Come find us on facebook at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast or visit us on the web at www.rotorrevolution.live. Want to help out the show? Leave us a written review on your favorite podcast platform and rate the show! It really does help more folks find the show.

Congrats to our lucky winners! Be sure and email us at nick@rotorrevolution.live or message us on our facebook page to claim your prizes.

Rotor Replay:

Goosky Factory Tour:
https://youtu.be/st5I0txzC44?feature=shared

Scott Graham's This vs That Youtube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@TheOfficialThisVSThat

Thanks for listening!

-Kenny, Alex, Nick and Brian

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP. 7 Bert Kammerer

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Heads up! This episode is a long one, but a good one we think you'll all enjoy! We catch up with Alex, Kenny, and Nick, and then dig into a big news week. Lots to talk about on this one, including the recent issues with Radiomaster AG01v gimbals installed in Vcontrol transmitters. Just that much is an episode in itself... follow that up with a great interview with the one and only Bert Kammerer of BK Hobbies and SAB USA. Hear about Bert's beginnings, his time on the successful video series Smack Talk RC, and what you might see from SAB, Theta, BK Servos, and BK Hobbies in 2024. It's a long interview, full of great stories and information, and honestly we could have kept on going!

Rotor Replay Link to Smack Talk RC Youtube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@SmackTalkRC

Event Links:
New England Funfly
https://www.facebook.com/NewEnglandHeliCrew

AMPs Funfly
https://amps-rc.org/

Center Grove High School Indoor Funfly Series
https://cghs.centergrove.k12.in.us/students/extra-curricular-activities/rc-flying-club

Also... last week on the Rotor Revolution Hat giveaway contest. Here's the rules one more time...

Official Contest Rules...
Please send a screenshot or photo or video of your creative way of helping us spread the word about the podcast. It can be a written review on your favorite podcast platform, share one of our episode facebook posts to an RC heli group, post about us on Helifreak or other forums, write about us in your club newsletter, a video review on youtube, or any other way to help get the word out, and send that image or link to us via email at questions@rotorrevolution.live, or via facebook messenger to our official Rotor Revolution RC Podcast facebook page. Please do NOT send them to our personal emails or facebook accounts or those entrants will likely get lost in the shuffle. 2 Winners will be drawn at random from all entrants received by 9PM USA Eastern Time on February 5th and announced on the episode that will be released on February 13th at which point we'll reach out for mailing address info and get them shipped out to you.

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast Ep.6 Goosky S1 Review with Guest Host Scott Graham

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 04:00:00 -0500

The gang is all here this week, and they are joined by guest host Scott Graham sitting in for an episode. They'll cover what they've been up to in the new year, catch up with Scott, cover some news, and then talk in depth about the hottest micro on the market right now, the Goosky S1 150mm sized ARF micro heli. We'll then wrap things up with our first giveaway!

Rotor Replay Links
Kenny's RC Heli Hangout Year in Review Video (requires membership in RC Heli Hangout facebook group)
https://m.facebook.com/groups/153519458462749/permalink/1807033743111304/?mibextid=Nif5oz

Pro Pilot Ben Storrick's video showing you just how good and precise the Goosky S1 can be while he takes it through some complex moves.
https://youtu.be/uPw9Ff2fV9U?si=ua6JD_yHyt8bVd6q

Goosky S1 Helicopter Website
http://www.goo-sky.com/Content/2473030.html

Thanks for listening!

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.5 - Surprise Holiday Guest!

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 02 Jan 2024 04:00:00 -0500

This week Alex, Kenny and Nick discuss all the heli treats that Santa brought, share some holiday news, and visit with our first surprise guest. There's also another installment of engine impressions, and some details behind the recent "build party" Nick and Brian attended.

Like and follow our facebook page www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast, (especially as there will be some swag giveaways there soon!) and leave us a review on your favorite podcasting platform to help others find the show. Thanks for listening and Happy New Year!

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP 4. Winter Bash Funfly Recap / 2024 Goals

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Most of the crew is freshly back from the Orlando, Florida based funfly the Winter Bash. Alex, Nick and Kenny talk about their great time at the end of season event. We catch up with what Brian has been up to while we were gone, and chat through the latest goings on in the hobby in the Rotor Report. We close out the episode with some reachable, but strong goals for each of us in the hobby in 2024. We'd love to hear your goals for the 2024 season, so be sure and drop those on the episode post on our facebook page.

As always, any listener questions, feedback, advertiser inquiries, or news items can be sent in via email to questions@rotorrevolution.live, and you can find all the goings on, as well as be eligible for our swag giveaway contest coming up by following us on facebook at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast. We also always post a link to the Rotor Replay segment videos there as well. Thanks for listening and we'll see you again in a couple weeks!

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast Ep. 3 - Getting acquainted with the team.

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

In this episode we spend some extra time with each of the crew to learn a little more about them, and what they've been up to lately. What have they been flying, what's on the bench, and what plans do they have for winter builds. Before we dive in with guests and tech topics we want to give everyone a chance to get to know each of us a little bit better.

We also want to take a moment to thank everyone for the support, comments and messages! We appreciate the feedback, and the help in getting the word out about the podcast. To stay up to date on all the goings on, please do find and follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast. You can also find us on the web at www.rotorrevolution.live, and subscribe to us on all of the major podcast platforms. For listener questions, advertising inquiries, suggestions, and other feedback feel free to reach out to us via email at questions@rotorrevolution.live. Please do take a moment to leave us a written review on your favorite podcast platform to help us get the word out. Thanks for listening!

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast Ep. 2 - Meet the Crew

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 03:00:00 -0500

In this first full length episode, you'll have a chance to meet the crew of the Rotor Revolution Podcast. We'll spend this episode getting to know a little bit about each of them, their history in the hobby, what models they fly, radios and fbls they prefer, and a bit more of their background. We'll then take our first crack at the news and then wrap things up. Pardon Nick’s audio in this episode…. he’s fighting off a cold and didn’t want to wait to get things rolling!

As always, the best way to support us is to like and follow us on facebook at facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast. You can also find us on the web at www.rotorrevolution.live. Have questions about anything related to the hobby or podcast, feel free to email us at questions@rotorrevolution.live. Interested in advertising? Hit us up at nick@rotorrevolution.live. As always, thanks for listening and for all the messages of support!

Rotor Revolution RC Podcast Ep. 1 - Prologue

RRRCP — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 23:44:51 -0400

In this teaser epsode, host Nick Wisdom introduces the Rotor Revolution RC podcast, discusses it's priorities, hopes and goals, and teases just who the cast might be. Look for our first episode with the whole crew in the next two weeks.

Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RotorRevolutionRCPodcast. Be sure to like and share to help spread the revolution!

Have a topic suggestion or listener question? Email us at questions@rotorrevolution.live