They do not give those away, rich boys toys for sure. The words foamy are swear words to these guys. Balsa is also an insult. They are usually a snotty bunch that refuse to associate with other RC modellers when the truth is, they started out like us. Sad really.
It sounds like you have had a negative experience and I am sorry for that. I fly jets but I also fly electric foamy's. There are no snobs where I fly. Your comments might cause someone who is interested to change their minds and not pursue it further. That can really hurt the hobby. I encourage any interested in pursuing RC models and jets to look for a club near them. It can be a fun and enriching experience.
rpellicciotti I have seen it on XJet,RC Model reviews, the jet boys do not even associate with the others. I have also experienced simular attitude at my local club. I am not saying ALL clubs have different levels of people and planes. I can say the club here when I was first interested wouldnt allow a foam plane on the field. If it wasnt Balsa, you were not welcome. It turned into a good ole boys club and people left. Eventually, the good ole boys passed on one by one and due to a loss of membership, the local flying field was sold, only to be redonated to a whole new group that realized flying was flying, doesnt matter what. Happily, membership numbers are up and foamys, drones, helicopters of all types are allowed now. I have heard other clubs experienced the same downfall as ours. Eventually, young blood with better thinking is taking over at those fields. I myself plan on joining the local club this year.
