EPO hádzadlo FOXÍK (černo-oranžové)

FOXIK hand-launched glider in EPO foam, black and orange (Pelikan)

A hand-launched glider, that is, a hand-thrown glider with no motor and no radio control, made of EPO foam. The color scheme is black and orange, which helps more than it may seem at first glance: contrasting upper and lower surfaces make it easy to tell which way up the model is flying, and orange shows up well even against grass. The span, the weight and the exact contents of the package are given on the packaging.

Why EPO foam

EPO is a flexible light foam used on flying models precisely for its toughness. Unlike rigid materials it tends to deform on impact and spring back into shape rather than crack, so the model survives even a series of botched landings. Any damage can also be repaired, but a glue intended for foam materials has to be used. Ordinary solvent-based glues and paints can attack the foam and ruin it.

Flying and maintenance tips

• Fly in an open space free of trees and wires, ideally in calm weather
• Start with a moderate throw at an upward angle and adjust force and angle as the model behaves
• Tune the balance in small steps; the difference in flight shows at once
• Use a glue suitable for foam for repairs, not an ordinary solvent-based one
• Do not store the model in the heat behind a car window, as the foam can deform

Who the glider is for

A foam hand-launched glider is a rewarding choice wherever rougher handling is expected: for children under adult supervision, for an outing, by the water or on a playground. It serves adults too, those who want to fly without getting equipment ready and without worrying about charging. At the same time it is a good first step for anyone who is considering a radio-controlled model later on and wants to get a feel for how an aircraft behaves in the air.

This is a flying model, not a collector's plastic model. Check the dimensions, the degree of assembly and the recommended age against the details on the packaging.