Built Stick from this video. I am a Senior new to hobby. After 100s of hours build watching videos ,many crashes I can now fly. Favorite (FT Flyer). THANKs Josh . You made a HAPPY SENIOR.
My dad flew an Ugly stick. The only aerobatics it did happened on its final flight on its way to terminal deconstruction…. He would build them in the winter and “fly” them in nicer weather. I felt fortunate to come to the field with him. Now I fly a foam plane easily and quickly constructed. He gave me a love for RC planes; this hobby can span generations.
One thing that I have found that helps is to press or "roll" down the double bevel cuts before folding. The foam is going to be compressed anyway when you fold, and this gives a little relief to the folded joint and paper before you start. I haven't noticed any cons to this procedure. I just use a screwdriver handle or some other smooth round object to press the foam down ahead of the fold. Works great every time.
This has always been one of my favorite planes. Always a great, general purpose, all-around good flying plane. I can't wait to build the FT version. Let's go!!
It would be great for a flying demonstration if you could do a split screen showing the plane on one half and the pilots hands on the sticks on the other half. Seeing how the aerobatic maneuvers are done in this way would be very educational for newer pilots
Hi from Ireland you guys have it so east flying those models compared when when i use to fly the radio controlled models way back about 50 years a go there was no electric motors back then was all glow fuel balsa wood and some fine plyboard the glow fuel was alcohol and caster oil lol. And there were no plans do did it from your head and wood glue. often heard the saying that is dope now i know where that came from Josh ever dope paper onto a wing lol
The best tool I have found to cut score lines without cutting the paper is a Stanley carpet knife. The blades are rounded on the ends so no problem with cutting the paper.
Just finished the plane it is a learning process with Flite Test foam board planes. I did not pay as close of attention to the build video and made some mistakes non fatal. I ended up having to install the rudder servo on the outside of the plane just back of the wing saddle. I did not do a good job with the double -bend servo to control horns. The weight was as specified. With a 3S 1300 battery the CG came out perfect. The motor put out 188 watts which is 150 watts per pound. I tried a 4S and even before I got to full throttle. I was above 350 watts. It must be a rocket ship with 4S. Weather is not cooperating lately so the maiden will have to wait. I will hand launch. If I like it, I plan to build another incorporating what I learned this time. I can also use the build methods for some projects I have in mind.
I follow the channels for months, I’m watching all your videos. I was stopped for 7 years, I returned to passion because of you. builds the mini SE5 and FT_MIG_3. fly very well. and I will get baby blender and moni dr1 I'm brazilian. my congratulations on your beautiful work.
I built a slow stick this summer using a carbon fiber arrow shaft, a dozen 3d printed parts and the wing and tail from the FT scout. Amazing flyer with an all up weight of 400 grams. Too fun.
I always thought the simple stick, slow stick, race stick, ugly stick and other "stick" planes were same plane with different wing foils or whatever is changeable outside of the stick type square fueslage
I absolutely love the Mini Ultra Stick and have 2 of them in my hanger. I can't wait to see the plans published for this one so I can build a few that I don't mind thrashing a bit more than my balsa versions!!
Thank you so much @Flite Test . I am waiting for this video since months. very well explained. I am very big fan of you gyz.....congratulations from India.
I have flown this with 3S 1300 mAh 3S 800 mAh and 4S 1300 mAh. That light less weight of the 800 mAh battery does make a positive difference. On 4S, its a screamer.
Do you like the utility knife/carpet blade holders?I do trash removal for building maintenance I've cut up so much stuff for recycling what do you think? How many watts is your glue gun?
Shows what I know. I thought the 'stick' thing began with the Slow Stick. Back-in-the-day I bought half a dozen Slow Stick glider kits from GWS and equipped them with LiPOs and brushless motors.
Flitetest amazing video i am into a lot of coding and things so my plan is to make the simple stick into autonomous flight mode it will be intersting to watch
THANK YOU JOSH!!! 😁 It's been a very long time since we've had a Bixler Build, of a FULL SIZE Simple Foam Aircraft!! AND it's not an itty bitty Aircraft!!! 👍👍 Does this mean that Covid19 has killed the FAA debacle?? 😖 Carmine ✈🚂🚙
@@rcman4.2flyboy Ya know.... You're right! As long as we're not Hooligans about it - why not? It's the rare IDIOTS that have been ruining it for the rest of us. Let's FLY!!
I immediately went to the website to buy this kit. But, upon looking at the price I backed off. I'd respectfully suggest that the $50.98 price seems out of line with the price on your other kits - many of which seem more complex than the Simple Stick. Regardless, it looks like a great kit. Thanks for sharing. Steve
Hi josh! I have a question. So I am thinking about putting togerther a simple cub! And I don’t know if I should go with the power pack b or c. Im the kind of guy that is slower and not as acrobatic and crazy. Which one do you think I should go with?
Hi, how are we supposed to use the free plans like are we supposed to print them and cut them out on the foam or what? and should we remove the paper from the foam or keep it?
lol that double bevel cut looked like poodoo Josh, but in all seriousness great build plans guys they are brilliant and durable not to mention fun to build thanks!
Hey guys. I'm on my first ever FT build. I am building the Simple Stick. It has went together great! And has been a great experience. However, the power pod has a different firewall in it and I did have to figure out the mounting of the any plans to to a quick update video or just have an updated instruction sheet available? If it's already on the website just disregard this first time noob! Lol.
Great stuff Josh. You have inspired me to build some models, but I am a beginner so just focused on 3 channel at the moment until I get better...at not crashing!! Can you build the Stick as a 3 channel Trainer?
Any of the FT Planes can be flown 3 Channel. Look for where Josh and others show you HOW to build, not using the aileron "choice". (Some of their planes even advise you to start out building and flying 3-Channel, then when good at it - you can even change-over to using the "4th Channel Option"!).
The Stick would be terrible for 3 channel. A 3 channel plane needs to have some dihedral (wing slants up as you go from root to wing tip) in the wing or it won't be controllable. The stick not only has zero dihedral, but also has a symmetrical wing profile. It's meant for 4-channel acrobatic flight. Don't start with it.
@@budmartin8297 Probably because it is common place now for youtubers to add time stamps, especially for a vendor who sells something. Additionally, it s a good way for the youtuber to get more traffic to his/her video because it creates additional info for the search feature.
Sounds like my way of building, lay everything out on the building table, double check the plans and instructions, then a drink of ice tea or what ever you prefer, then begin the building process making sure to take a sip of tea, or what ever, to make sure you don't build up a sweat. Yes model building is a torturous process, but someone has to do it, (!). Good Luck with your project.
I am kind of confused. YOu have 2 video on theSimple stick build, one with motor mount frame mounted and one with this being an engine install mount. Why the difference and is one method better than the other??
Built Stick from this video. I am a Senior new to hobby. After 100s of hours build watching videos ,many crashes I can now fly. Favorite (FT Flyer). THANKs Josh . You made a HAPPY SENIOR.
My dad flew an Ugly stick. The only aerobatics it did happened on its final flight on its way to terminal deconstruction…. He would build them in the winter and “fly” them in nicer weather. I felt fortunate to come to the field with him. Now I fly a foam plane easily and quickly constructed. He gave me a love for RC planes; this hobby can span generations.
Thanks a bunch FliteTest for giving us stuff to do during quarantine. I recently got into building rc planes because of you guys. 😆
They are saints honestly. If not for flitetest i would have never got into this hobby!
@@meerkatinitiate1282 same!!
Same here as well
If you let yourself be quarantined when you are not sick you are a sheep.
@@leebrewer7394 j n
One thing that I have found that helps is to press or "roll" down the double bevel cuts before folding. The foam is going to be compressed anyway when you fold, and this gives a little relief to the folded joint and paper before you start. I haven't noticed any cons to this procedure. I just use a screwdriver handle or some other smooth round object to press the foam down ahead of the fold. Works great every time.
This has always been one of my favorite planes. Always a great, general purpose, all-around good flying plane. I can't wait to build the FT version. Let's go!!
Hijacking ur comment Sponz, has FT indicated when the plans will be available for download yet?
@@Bendredge No specific release date yet.
@abdul bari AVAILABLE NOW IN STORE!!!!!
@abdul bari Still no official word on when the free plans will be released. Should be very soon though. Thank you for your continued patience.
so when can we build this, plans please please
Just joined the FTCA and received the link to the FT Simple Stick plans. Thank you guys! I guess I will get busy very soon!
Glad your back to the older format of building.👍
Plans Please!
Thank you for keeping the hobby alive!
You guys make this look so easy. Even tho, enrolled in Aerospace engineering, we struggling even in the first build! but not gonna give up!
“To know and not to do is not yet to know.”
It would be great for a flying demonstration if you could do a split screen showing the plane on one half and the pilots hands on the sticks on the other half. Seeing how the aerobatic maneuvers are done in this way would be very educational for
newer pilots
Josh's build videos are much more informative I swear
Hi from Ireland you guys have it so east flying those models compared when when i use to fly the radio controlled models way back about 50 years a go there was no electric motors back then was all glow fuel balsa wood and some fine plyboard the glow fuel was alcohol and caster oil lol. And there were no plans do did it from your head and wood glue. often heard the saying that is dope now i know where that came from Josh ever dope paper onto a wing lol
The best tool I have found to cut score lines without cutting the paper is a Stanley carpet knife. The blades are rounded on the ends so no problem with cutting the paper.
Awesome! Also, hot glue does not dry, it cools off. That the point in the “hot glue” aspect of it. It becomes sticky when it is hot and molten.
As a mini-ultra stick owner, I was so happy to see you have a design for this plane!
Cant wait to get it, just ordered the bloody baron!
Finally!!! I've been wanting something like this. Now where are the FT plans located?
My kit has arrived and will be starting the build possibly first of next year.
Just finished the plane it is a learning process with Flite Test foam board planes. I did not pay as close of attention to the build video and made some mistakes non fatal. I ended up having to install the rudder servo on the outside of the plane just back of the wing saddle. I did not do a good job with the double -bend servo to control horns.
The weight was as specified. With a 3S 1300 battery the CG came out perfect. The motor put out 188 watts which is 150 watts per pound. I tried a 4S and even before I got to full throttle. I was above 350 watts. It must be a rocket ship with 4S.
Weather is not cooperating lately so the maiden will have to wait. I will hand launch. If I like it, I plan to build another incorporating what I learned this time. I can also use the build methods for some projects I have in mind.
I follow the channels for months, I’m watching all your videos. I was stopped for 7 years, I returned to passion because of you. builds the mini SE5 and FT_MIG_3. fly very well. and I will get baby blender and moni dr1 I'm brazilian. my congratulations on your beautiful work.
I love this aircraft design don't know why. Thanks for the video.
Who remembers the slow stick?
Still have a couple in boxes!
I built a slow stick this summer using a carbon fiber arrow shaft, a dozen 3d printed parts and the wing and tail from the FT scout. Amazing flyer with an all up weight of 400 grams. Too fun.
I always thought the simple stick, slow stick, race stick, ugly stick and other "stick" planes were same plane with different wing foils or whatever is changeable outside of the stick type square fueslage
@@juniorvalentine8837 probably true, but I’m thinking of the old red GWS kit
I do! I flew them in my back yard as a kid. Had a ton of fun with those. I still have 1 somewhere
Thanks to you my child dream become reality .Thank you guys for all you've done !
2012 den beri sizi izliyor modellerinizi yapıyorum .iyi ki varsınız. TÜRKİYE DEN SELAM VE SEVGİLER.
I absolutely love the Mini Ultra Stick and have 2 of them in my hanger. I can't wait to see the plans published for this one so I can build a few that I don't mind thrashing a bit more than my balsa versions!!
Just ordered mine and will post about it and how it goes.
Ow fun, in the early 90's I was member of a model airplane club in the Netherlands and over a dozen of the members owned a stick.
Couldn’t concentrate with the kit fox teasing us in the background! Simple stick has been added to my build list!
Are you going to release the plans? When? Where?
Can no longer find this on your website to download the free plans. Is there by any chance another link to the plans?
How can I get the plan?
Shoe Goo makes a really good hinge..
Nice job Josh
Are the free downloadable plans still available?
Omg this is awesome! I was going to get this, Now there is a up to date tutorial!!
Is there any free plans for this?
Thank you so much @Flite Test . I am waiting for this video since months. very well explained. I am very big fan of you gyz.....congratulations from India.
This is such a great channel. Huge value.
Well another plane to add to my list. Thank you Josh and Flite Test :)
I have flown this with 3S 1300 mAh 3S 800 mAh and 4S 1300 mAh. That light less weight of the 800 mAh battery does make a positive difference. On 4S, its a screamer.
Do you like the utility knife/carpet blade holders?I do trash removal for building maintenance I've cut up so much stuff for recycling what do you think?
How many watts is your glue gun?
Shows what I know. I thought the 'stick' thing began with the Slow Stick. Back-in-the-day I bought half a dozen Slow Stick glider kits from GWS and equipped them with LiPOs and brushless motors.
Thanks for the info M.Smith. Much appreciated. Cheers
Flitetest amazing video i am into a lot of coding and things so my plan is to make the simple stick into autonomous flight mode it will be intersting to watch
I would pick a more stable plane for that purpose, the stick is designed for acrobatics and not a good candidate for autonomous flight. I have one.
I would like to see y'all guys that fight test add a setup pontoons and a remote FPV pilot to the simple stick
Thanks for the clip and free plans. The downloaded plans are missing parts. Like the doublers.
I believe in the free plans as much as the second stimulus bill.
Outstanding teaching video
Plans???
10 months later, still no link to the plans....I did find them on the FT forums tho.
@@johnniewoodard648 Available to FTCA members only.
THANK YOU JOSH!!! 😁
It's been a very long time since we've had a Bixler Build, of a FULL SIZE Simple Foam Aircraft!! AND it's not an itty bitty Aircraft!!! 👍👍 Does this mean that Covid19 has killed the FAA debacle?? 😖
Carmine ✈🚂🚙
Yes sirr who's gonna stop us from flying lol come n take it
@@rcman4.2flyboy Ya know.... You're right! As long as we're not Hooligans about it - why not?
It's the rare IDIOTS that have been ruining it for the rest of us. Let's FLY!!
@@CarminesRCTipsandTricks yup
I would like to see a "Mighty Mini Stick".
I immediately went to the website to buy this kit. But, upon looking at the price I backed off. I'd respectfully suggest that the $50.98 price seems out of line with the price on your other kits - many of which seem more complex than the Simple Stick. Regardless, it looks like a great kit.
Thanks for sharing.
Steve
It's $34.95, when they HAVE it in Stock...!
Hi josh! I have a question. So I am thinking about putting togerther a simple cub! And I don’t know if I should go with the power pack b or c. Im the kind of guy that is slower and not as acrobatic and crazy. Which one do you think I should go with?
Free plans of simple stick ?????
where can I find this plane's build plans?
I love my ugly stick!! I'm excited to get ahold of one of these and make one so I don't risk my 12s monster 👹
Now we need a Mini version! :-)
Or xl
Do you ship speed building kits to India
What size boards are ideal
Hey @FliteTest! When are the plans going to be available for download?
We want build plans.we want build plans.we want build plans.come on guys..like the rudder set up.looks like more control surface than the org stik.
Hi, how are we supposed to use the free plans like are we supposed to print them and cut them out on the foam or what? and should we remove the paper from the foam or keep it?
lol that double bevel cut looked like poodoo Josh, but in all seriousness great build plans guys they are brilliant and durable not to mention fun to build thanks!
is side thrust necessary withe motor and prop
So if you buy this pack do the motors and batterys also come with that pack pr do you have to order them seperatly?
Hey guys. I'm on my first ever FT build. I am building the Simple Stick. It has went together great! And has been a great experience. However, the power pod has a different firewall in it and I did have to figure out the mounting of the any plans to to a quick update video or just have an updated instruction sheet available? If it's already on the website just disregard this first time noob! Lol.
was this inspired also by the hangars design?
Please post the plans
Hey @ flite test why not make an extremely slow flier with your ft freighter motor and powepack big plane little motors light as heck^^
Or a slow park flyer with the A pack
I almost gave up on seeing Josh build another foam board plane again!
Did someone download the plans before it was taken down?
Yaaaaay simple stick
New innovations, wing construction, modified Z bend and the push rod guides,
When will these start shipping?
This plane is the stunt master.
gosto muito do seu canal pois faz belos aero modelos parabéns!
Great stuff Josh. You have inspired me to build some models, but I am a beginner so just focused on 3 channel at the moment until I get better...at not crashing!! Can you build the Stick as a 3 channel Trainer?
Any of the FT Planes can be flown 3 Channel. Look for where Josh and others show you HOW to build, not using the aileron "choice".
(Some of their planes even advise you to start out building and flying 3-Channel, then when good at it - you can even change-over to using the "4th Channel Option"!).
The Stick would be terrible for 3 channel. A 3 channel plane needs to have some dihedral (wing slants up as you go from root to wing tip) in the wing or it won't be controllable. The stick not only has zero dihedral, but also has a symmetrical wing profile. It's meant for 4-channel acrobatic flight. Don't start with it.
Can we get time stamps for specific parts of the build? It woyld be easy when we return for rebuilds after crashes or for modification purposes
As you watch the build, make the time stamps. Why do you need someone else to do it for you? rhetorical question
@@budmartin8297 Probably because it is common place now for youtubers to add time stamps, especially for a vendor who sells something. Additionally, it s a good way for the youtuber to get more traffic to his/her video because it creates additional info for the search feature.
Its funny how easy you make this look. Im thinking of giving it a go, and going to allow 4 - 5 months for the build time haha
Sounds like my way of building, lay everything out on the building table, double check the plans and instructions, then a drink of ice tea or what ever you prefer, then begin the building process making sure to take a sip of tea, or what ever, to make sure you don't build up a sweat.
Yes model building is a torturous process, but someone has to do it, (!).
Good Luck with your project.
Plans are totaly different!!
Can you tell me how to obtain plans for your planes?
Are there plans for this one?
NO
Can you add packing tape covering or laminating film to the model without messing up the weight and cg?
Can we get the cantimetres
Buenos días! Cuando se podrán bajar los planos de la página???
YESSS! Finally!!!! :D
Woah what a build
plans??
I have never built a foamboard plane yet. Wondering how you dont cut through the bottom paper ?
What was the wing span on this one?
We're in the UK can I bye your kit or can I bye from you in usa
do the servos come with the kit?
Were can i find the free plans????
Anyone know where the plans are?
Se puede bajar el plano en mosaico de este modelo? ¡Me interesa!
I wish I could cut along those lines as fast and straight as you. lol
I am kind of confused. YOu have 2 video on theSimple stick build, one with motor mount frame mounted and one with this being an engine install mount. Why the difference and is one method better than the other??
with my tail skid on a cement runway, it spins around, will it not do this on a grass runway? Need this help.
Does FT offer tiled plans for this plane? I found other plans but they do not really follow the FT build.
Awesome!