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Jul 9, 2014 16:13:08   #
Gitchigumi Loc: Wake Forest, NC
 
Recently, I went to a Radio Controlled Jet Rally... And, I must say, I was impressed by the size, build quality, detail, etc.. But, even more impressive was the fact that these were JETS, with real jet engines, not ducted fans. Real jets! Amazing sound and performance...

Needless to say, these folks spend more on their model aircraft than we spend on cameras & lenses! And, I didn't think that was possible... :shock:

A10 Warthog
A10 Warthog...

Amazing detail
Amazing detail...



The pointy end of an A10 Warthog
The pointy end of an A10 Warthog...

F4 taxiing back after another successful mission.
F4 taxiing back after another successful mission....



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Jul 9, 2014 16:18:06   #
SteveR Loc: Michigan
 
Really great repros!! I'd love to see them in flight. Got any video?

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Jul 9, 2014 16:20:38   #
Gitchigumi Loc: Wake Forest, NC
 
SteveR wrote:
Really great repros!! I'd love to see them in flight. Got any video?

No, unfortunately, no video... But, they were fast and loud. What an amazingly expensive hobby. I heard prices for the jet engines alone start at about $3500.



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Jul 9, 2014 16:24:29   #
creativ simon Loc: Coulsdon, South London
 
Gitchigumi wrote:
Recently, I went to a Radio Controlled Jet Rally... And, I must say, I was impressed by the size, build quality, detail, etc.. But, even more impressive was the fact that these were JETS, with real jet engines, not ducted fans. Real jets! Amazing sound and performance...

Needless to say, these folks spend more on their model aircraft than we spend on cameras & lenses! And, I didn't think that was possible... :shock:


Great set, amazing models

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Jul 9, 2014 16:25:50   #
Photo Girl Loc: SE Pasco County, FL
 
Really great looking photos.

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Jul 9, 2014 16:26:13   #
amehta Loc: Boston
 
Gitchigumi wrote:
Recently, I went to a Radio Controlled Jet Rally... And, I must say, I was impressed by the size, build quality, detail, etc.. But, even more impressive was the fact that these were JETS, with real jet engines, not ducted fans. Real jets! Amazing sound and performance...

Needless to say, these folks spend more on their model aircraft than we spend on cameras & lenses! And, I didn't think that was possible... :shock:

There are a handful of hobbies which are much more expensive than photography. Boating comes to mind.

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Jul 9, 2014 16:27:58   #
Gitchigumi Loc: Wake Forest, NC
 
Here is a model of a MIG 29... Note the scale compared to the guy walking it. Just amazing to me...



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Jul 9, 2014 16:29:40   #
Gitchigumi Loc: Wake Forest, NC
 
amehta wrote:
There are a handful of hobbies which are much more expensive than photography. Boating comes to mind.

LOL! Yes, the definition of boat is: a hole in the water into which you throw money!

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Jul 9, 2014 16:31:07   #
Gitchigumi Loc: Wake Forest, NC
 
Photo Girl wrote:
Really great looking photos.

Thanks... I've not posted much here, thinking my photos were not up to par. But, I've decided that maybe they aren't so bad afterall. Thanks for the comment, it encourages me to share more.
:thumbup:

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Jul 9, 2014 16:32:25   #
dooragdragon Loc: Alma , Arkansas
 
Gitchigumi wrote:
LOL! Yes, the definition of boat is: a hole in the water into which you throw money!

2 happiest days of a boat owners life are the day you buy it and the day you sell it .
Pete

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Jul 9, 2014 16:41:39   #
Gitchigumi Loc: Wake Forest, NC
 
dooragdragon wrote:
2 happiest days of a boat owners life are the day you buy it and the day you sell it .
Pete


:thumbup: :mrgreen: :thumbup:

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Jul 9, 2014 17:36:00   #
jeanbug35 Loc: Jonesboro AR
 
Someone has a very expensive hobby.

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Jul 9, 2014 19:13:22   #
Photo Girl Loc: SE Pasco County, FL
 
Gitchigumi wrote:
Thanks... I've not posted much here, thinking my photos were not up to par. But, I've decided that maybe they aren't so bad afterall. Thanks for the comment, it encourages me to share more.
:thumbup:


Post more. Your photos are really great.

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Jul 10, 2014 07:11:09   #
firtree Loc: Florida, USA
 
Great shots! However, I can't let my hubby see them.... we can't afford it!

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Jul 10, 2014 07:30:05   #
Irvingite Charles Loc: Irving, Tx
 
Absolutely amazing. I've seen these fly a few years ago and would love to again. Thanks for the memories and for sharing.

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