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Dante'
I'm 16 very athletic and play video games i was wondering what hobby i could start. Something that will consume my weekends. I was thinking either like lego building , making an rc helicopter, or something very technical like that. It also needs to not be expensive like around the $50 range.
Answer
Lego is probably too expensive. A decent collection probably has at least 10,000 bricks, and with each costing about $.10 each, the cost racks up fast.
If you have a good computer, you could get involved in programming, animating, or digital art. There are loads of powerful open-source programs available, so these can be free (at least, money wise) hobbies. However, expect to spend hours on the computer working, probably more time than you intend.
Another choice is Arduino. Arduino is a open-source programmable micro-controller, which makes circuitry really easy. If your're interested in making all sorts of cool things, this is the route to go. The basic kit costs about $30, and it's website has plenty of tutorials to get you started. However, components aren't very cheap, so you may want to consider this one carefully.
If you're restricted to a small amount of "computer time" each day (2 hours or less), you may want to choose a different route than the ones listed above.
Drawing is quite fun, and the results can be stunning. Be warned, there is a massive learning curve. You'll fail a LOT before you get good, so prepare yourself mentally. It's well worth the time.
All of these hobbies can be very rewarding, but you should always take care to leave time for school, work, friends, and yourself. Don't become a potato sitting in front of a screen. It's better to have a social life than have a cool hobby.
Lego is probably too expensive. A decent collection probably has at least 10,000 bricks, and with each costing about $.10 each, the cost racks up fast.
If you have a good computer, you could get involved in programming, animating, or digital art. There are loads of powerful open-source programs available, so these can be free (at least, money wise) hobbies. However, expect to spend hours on the computer working, probably more time than you intend.
Another choice is Arduino. Arduino is a open-source programmable micro-controller, which makes circuitry really easy. If your're interested in making all sorts of cool things, this is the route to go. The basic kit costs about $30, and it's website has plenty of tutorials to get you started. However, components aren't very cheap, so you may want to consider this one carefully.
If you're restricted to a small amount of "computer time" each day (2 hours or less), you may want to choose a different route than the ones listed above.
Drawing is quite fun, and the results can be stunning. Be warned, there is a massive learning curve. You'll fail a LOT before you get good, so prepare yourself mentally. It's well worth the time.
All of these hobbies can be very rewarding, but you should always take care to leave time for school, work, friends, and yourself. Don't become a potato sitting in front of a screen. It's better to have a social life than have a cool hobby.
What Training Gear should I get for this RC Helicopter?
Mr Boe
The helicopter is called a Esky Kob 4CH Co-axial Remote Control Helicopter, a link to it is here:
http://www.nitrotek.co.uk/esky-kob-4ch-co-axial-rc-heli-2-4ghz-version.html
The problem is if you look at the skids on this helicopter will any sort of training gear fit on it? Or would it have to have special gear?
Any suggestion is welcome. Thank you :)
Answer
A small training kit will be suitable for KOB, eg.
http://www.myrcmart.com/training-kit-for-coaxial-200250-class-helicopter-ping-pong-ball-p-53.html
However, you need to tie up the skids + training kit by:
http://www.myrcmart.com/cable-tie-20pcs-wire-tie-strap-white-3x150mm-p-2684.html
But it is not recommended to load the training kit on your helicopter all the time because the motor will run out faster since the training kit would increase the total weight.
A small training kit will be suitable for KOB, eg.
http://www.myrcmart.com/training-kit-for-coaxial-200250-class-helicopter-ping-pong-ball-p-53.html
However, you need to tie up the skids + training kit by:
http://www.myrcmart.com/cable-tie-20pcs-wire-tie-strap-white-3x150mm-p-2684.html
But it is not recommended to load the training kit on your helicopter all the time because the motor will run out faster since the training kit would increase the total weight.
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