Archive for the Event Coverage Category

Final Edit from Blowsion Surf Slam

Posted on September 27, 2011 by aaronredbaron

I’ve finally managed to get my computer to cooperate with all the different file types from different cameras and get it all into one video. I could not get my Pinnacle Studio 14 video editor to work properly with the…

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FPV flying at the 2011 Blowsion Surf Slam

Posted on September 12, 2011 by aaronredbaron

From September 9-11, 2011 a few of us first person video addicts flew our models over the ocean watching the jetski action from above. I brought a Twinstar and the EPP FPV to carry my GoPro, and neither aircraft performed…

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Unofficial Oregon Coast FPV Gathering September 9-11

Posted on July 31, 2011 by aaronredbaron

Looking to get together with friends flying FPV, we’ve organized an unofficial gathering September 9-11 at the Tierra Del Mar Beach on the Oregon Coast. The event will coincide with the Blowsion Surf Slam Jet Ski event at the same location,…

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Spring Brooks 2010

Posted on June 21, 2010 by aaronredbaron

Brooks, Oregon, June 16-20, 2010: This year’s fun fly was one of the best I have ever had! I was able to get in more flying this year than ever before, and I still managed to get over 200 pictures of…

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Northwest Model Hobby Expo 2010

Posted on February 13, 2010 by aaronredbaron

Monroe, Washington- There is no question the trade show portion of the event this year seemed to be less active than in years past, but the swap meet continues to grow in popularity. There were lots of deals to be had…

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AMA Show 2010- A Snapshot Of The Hobby Industry

Posted on January 19, 2010 by aaronredbaron

Ontario, California- The Academy of Model Aeronautics hosts their annual trade show to give vendors chance to show their latest products, and I was there to get a look at all the goodies coming out for you, my readers. I have…

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Update! Fall Brooks 2009 Heli Fun Fly- Days 1-5

Posted on September 16, 2009 by aaronredbaron

Sunday, September 20, 2009, Brooks, Oregon- Despite the rain that pestered the event, Sunday turned out to be gorgeous! It was slightly breezy, and right before the end of the day my poor Pop up shade canopy blew away…

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Honduras Iguana Cup; Not This Year

Posted on August 31, 2009 by aaronredbaron

I had the incredible experience of going to the Iguana Cup in Honduras the past 3 years in a row; 2006, 2007, and 2008. This year, the event has been postponed, and it feels like something is missing from my…

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IRCHA 2009 coverage on CrackRoll

Posted on August 16, 2009 by aaronredbaron

At the last second I got airfare to Indiana, and off I headed for the IRCHA RC helicopter Jamboree. Check out this little compilation of some of the best pictures I took. I’ll be working to upload some exciting event…

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Brooks Oregon RC Heli FunFly

Posted on June 24, 2009 by aaronredbaron

June 19, 20, 21 2009- Twice a year the Cascade Rotory Wings Club gets a chance to use a private grass airstrip for a fun fly. Located in the middle of a hops farm and a Rock quarry, the venue is…

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Northwest Model Hobby Expo

Posted on February 10, 2009 by aaronredbaron

Monroe Washington- February, 6-8, 2009- For Decades the Northwest Model Hobby Expo was located in Puyallup Washington. Now in its third year at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds, the show is making a comeback. Although the health of…

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The 2009 AMA Convention in Ontario, CA

Posted on January 15, 2009 by aaronredbaron

January 9-11, 2009, Ontario, California- Early in the new year, hobbyists from around the country gather in sunny southern California for the annual AMA (Acadamy of Model Aeronautics) Convention. Manufacturers, distributors, and dealers come…

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