EXTREME GLARE SUNGLASSES
New Products That Are Worth a Closer Look
eye toward the needs of pilots. I tested the Serengeti Corning Glass lenses and the Eliminator lenses for this review. They are both non-polarized lenses that provide protection in two different ways.
In my experience, the Eliminator lenses provided great protection while flying on sunny days, while the Corning Glass lenses did a great job on partly—and even mostly—cloudy days. The added depth perception of the Corning lenses helped me to identify greater detail in shadows and seemed to add a bit of color vibrancy to what I was seeing. I liked the transition lenses that automatically darkened as additional sunlight became a factor.
These are definitely premium eyewear, and the associated case and cleaning cloth will provide protection to your investment for many years. I did notice that the glasses didn’t quite fit my face. They seemed slightly small; however, I’m guessing you weren’t born with my features (and you should be very pleased by that!) so they’ll likely look great on you. A coworker of mine tried them on and they fit him well!
I appreciated that both pairs enabled me to easily glance at my phone screen while flying my paramotor, and I really liked the added vibrancy that the Corning Glass lenses provided because I’m always on the lookout for air traffic, weather issues, and, as I get lower in altitude, wires, fences, etc. This could be equally important if you glance at your transmitter during flight to identify any pertinent information on your display. These non-polarized lenses will quickly help you gather any data that you might need.
The author tests the Zurich sunglasses while paramotoring.
KYLE JARACZ shared his review of the Zurich Extreme Glare Sunglasses. Here is what he had to say:
As one who stares into the sky while flying model aircraft on a somewhat regular basis, sunglasses become pretty important! Even when the sky is a bit overcast or partially cloudy, having the right protection can determine how many pieces your aircraft comes back home in. You also need to ensure that your vision is protected for many more years of flying.
I was pleased to test out two pairs of sunglasses that have been created with an eye toward the needs of pilots.
Ashton Lewis, in a pair of Zurich Extreme Glare Sunglasses, tracks his model on a cloudy day.
I don’t think you’ll be dissatisfied with these sunglasses if you decide to purchase them, and the manufacturer covers you with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Go out and try a pair (or two) for yourself! Pricing varies depending on the options selected for the sunglasses, so visit the company’s website for more information.
New Products From the Modeler’s Mall
Masking Magic Opaque BD84 and Clear Tint BD85; prices vary with currency conversion + S&H from Deluxe Materials
Email: sales@deluxematerials.co.uk; website: www.deluxematerials.com
Deluxe Materials announces Masking Magic Opaque BD84 and Clear Tint BD85, the perfect paint-masking liquids for easy, detailed masking.
Masking Magic is available as opaque for high-coverage visibility or with blue, clear tint where visibility of the underlying surfaces is required. Once it’s brushed on, it dries to a thin, non-adhering, paint-resisting film, even over complex contours. It can be cut to create clean edges, is easily peeled and removed, brushes easily into small and intricate areas, and creates a resistant paint barrier. Working with acrylic, enamel, and paints, Masking Magic’s brush is easily cleaned with water.
Packed in a 40-gram stable, clear, plastic container, Masking Magic Opaque BD84 and Clear Tint BD85 liquids are distributed to model stores within the Deluxe Materials network of international distributors, including Horizon Hobby (www.horizon-hobby.com) and Tower Hobbies (www.towerhobbies.com). See the Deluxe Materials website for additional distributors and information.
Direct Fit Cockpit Kit for Legend Hobby 83-inch T-28B ARF @ $279.95 + S&H from Scale RC Engines
Website: www.ScaleRcEngines.com
Scale RC Engines’ high-resolution cockpit kit for the Legend Hobby 83-inch wingspan T-28B ARF is designed to be one of the lowest-effort installations on the market—simply open the organized bags and install the kit (some minor assembly is required using only medium CA glue). All of the components are in full color and have been meticulously sized to fit the airframe, with no trimming or cutting needed.
Let your airframe stand apart from the rest with the hyperrealistic details that this kit provides, such as a scale seat and cushion to bring the recommended pilots (sold separately) to the correct position, a full-color and period-correct gauge cluster with the gauges covered by mock lenses, a set of period-correct switch panels, trim tab controls, and more. For an added level of scale, the included dash panels have provisions to allow backlighting behind the gauges.
The standard cockpit kit comes with provisions to outfit both the front and rear pilot sections.
X-40T PRO 40cc Twin Gas Engine with Electronic Starter @ $549.95 + S&H from Valley View RC
Tel.: (253) 875-6890; website: www.valleyviewrc.com
Valley View RC is proud to bring to market a new engine that has been engineered with a starter included instead of as an add-on. The X-40T PRO Twin Gas Engine with Electronic Starter uses 1/4-32 spark plugs to allow the engine to fit most 30cc airplane cowlings.
The 4.6-horsepower engine has a speed range of 1,800 rpm to 8,300 rpm using a recommended propeller of 20 x 8, 20 x 10, or 21 x 8. Included with it are the spark plugs, muffler set, aluminum standoffs, CDI (ignition), starter, and ESC for a total weight of 3.90 pounds.
Sources:
Extreme Glare Sunglasses
(800) 533-5665
www.z-xg.com
