Official Bancroft DragonFlite 95 V2 Discussion Thread

[jbaartz]

Bancroft DragonFlite 95 V2 950mm (37.4") Racing Sailboat from Joysway - RTR - BNC1049-001

There are few R/C modeling activities more peaceful than sailing a yacht on summer’s evening enjoying a gentle, constant breeze on your preferred pond. Likewise, few activities can be more exciting than racing like a captain in the America’s Cup, using a model yacht against similarly-equipped competitors that places your sailing skills to the test!

Bancroft is pleased to offer the world-renown DragonFlite 95 V2 sailing yacht, a model perfectly suited to either activity. Manufactured by Joysway Model Co., it’s now available for sale through Motion RC!

Available in both PNP (no transmitter or receiver) and RTR (includes transmitter and receiver) versions, these models arrive highly prefabricated and ready for final assembly and rigging.

V2 improvements include a new, improved sail winch servo and a revised boat stand that allows both vertical or horizontal securement of the model for convenient storage, transport, and maintenance.

With active chapters in eight countries, DF racing has become an economical and enjoyable portal into the sport of RC sailing. Visit www.dfracing.world for information, rules, competition chapters, and events.

Highly Prefabricated, Radio Installed The DragonFlite 95 RTR arrives mostly assembled, awaiting final rigging and addition of 8 x AA Alkaline batteries (4 each for transmitter and receiver).

Corrosion-Resistant Fittings and Hardware Stainless steel fittings and hardware, many with reliability-enhancing rubber seals ensure years of trouble-free performance and reliability from your DragonFlite 95.

Majestic Performer In Any Conditions Thanks to its mylar racing jib and mainsail, the DragonFlite 95 is a capable performer in both light and heavy wind conditions, providing the versatility to delight both expert and new sailors!

Interference-Free 2.4GHz Radio System Sail with confidence knowing you’re in complete control using the reliable and comfortable included 2.4GHz radio system to accurately guide your DF95.

Features:

• RTR-Includes Transmitter, receiver, rudder servo and sail winch
• Fully painted and decorated hull and sails
• Extruded carbon fiber masts and boom tubes
• Extruded aluminum keel with zinc alloy ballast bulb
• Display stand included

Includes:

• Bancroft DragonFlite 95 V2 950mm (37.4") Racing Sailboat - RTR
• 2.4Ghz Radio
• Receiver, rudder, and sail winch servos preinstalled
• 8x AA batteries

Requires:

• Eight (8) AA-sized 1.5V dry cell batteries, Alkaline or NiMH - we recommend Admiral AA NiMH 2600mAh rechargeable batteries

Product Specifications:

AGE LEVEL : 14 and up
SKILL LEVEL : intermediate
BUILD TIME : 90-120 minutes

Scale	N/A
Length	950mm / 37.4in
Width	125mm / 4.8in
Height	1470mm / 57.3in
Hull Material	ABS Plastic
Battery	AA Battery
Battery Quantity	8
Battery Connector	JST
Motor	N/A
Motor Quantity	N/A
Propeller Material	N/A
Contra-Rotating Propeller	N/A
ESC	N/A
ESC Waterproof	Splash-Proof
ESC Quantity	N/A
Radio	4 Channel
Receiver Channels	5

[Ron1950]

how do u figure its four ch and say it need s a 5 ch radio.>???? mine needs 2 chs one for sails and one for rudder///

[jbaartz]

It comes with a four channel transmitter and a five channel receiver. It does not need that many channels, that's just what is included in the box.

[Dragon Force Jeff]

I purchased the DF95 RTR kit from Motion RC about a month ago and have been on the learning curve twice a week wit our local Gilbert Model Yacht Club in Gilbert, Arizona. While I am learning the techniques of RC sailing, ii noticed that my DF95 does not respond to the movement of the sail winch line properly. When at max sheeted in position when I let it out gradually it does not move at all until at a certain point it jumps out about 4 inches. This is consistent. Also in the fully sheeted in position it will jump in and out a little bit on its own, without any movement of the stick. The rudder servo operates normally.

I have a trouble ticket in with RC Motion but they have not responded to help figure out what is wrong.

Any ideas from other DF95 sailors?

[Elbee]

Hey all,

Received an invite from Jdcrow to attend the Air Capital Model Sailing Club's August Regatta.

Great group of Captains and thanks to JD's generosity, I skippered his 95 for one race.

Proud to report I finished 5th out of 5 boats, though I am still unsure if I sailed through the gate at the finish.

She whose authority exceeds my rank took pictures and videos and is considering becoming a Captain herself.

Time will tell, but in the meantime we are currently planning to drop in on the ACMSC's September regatta.

Best, LB

[Jdcrow]

Hey all,

Received an invite from Jdcrow to attend the Air Capital Model Sailing Club's August Regatta.

Great group of Captains and thanks to JD's generosity, I skippered his 95 for one race.

Proud to report I finished 5th out of 5 boats, though I am still unsure if I sailed through the gate at the finish.

She whose authority exceeds my rank took pictures and videos and is considering becoming a Captain herself.

Time will tell, but in the meantime we are currently planning to drop in on the ACMSC's September regatta.

Best, LB

Glad you both took time to come by and check things out. It was great to meet you both and looking forward to more opportunities to sail.

By the way. The proper way to describe your first race is "I finished in top 5."

You left out the part where most of your race you were trying to drive mode 1 on a mode 2 transmitter

Regards,
JD

[Elbee]

Glad you both took time to come by and check things out. It was great to meet you both and looking forward to more opportunities to sail.

By the way. The proper way to describe your first race is "I finished in top 5."

You left out the part where most of your race you were trying to drive mode 1 on a mode 2 transmitter

Regards,
JD

JD,

Having finished in the "Top 5", I can say with authority that had I realized sooner I was flying Mode 2 rather than driving Mode 1, the outcome would have been the same.

We spent a goodly amount of time Sunday looking at boats, so the interest is there for now.

After that it will be about the willingness to get out and sail.

I am hoping this could be a 'we' hobby and not just a 'me' hobby.

She whose authority exceeds my rank loves my airplanes, but doesn't want to fly those, (but she likes her DJI drone).

We'll play it by ear, I've been down this road and I'll need to tread lightly.

How was that for using 3 cliche`s to make my point, or am I just mixing metaphors?

Best, LB

[Elbee]

Jdcrow

Would we need to join the AMYA, as well?

Best, LB

[Jdcrow]

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[Jdcrow]

Jdcrow

Would we need to join the AMYA, as well?

Best, LB

Im not sure if its a requirement for the Wichita group. Steve asked me if I was an AMYA Member and I showed him my card, so it may be required in Wichita since they hold races in a public park. Its $52/yr for a family membership. I always try to join organizations that support the hobby.

[Elbee]

Same way, actually. Thanks for the tips in the PM. We're still considering two boats. On a similar note; we bought 4 new 10' kayaks yesterday, don't ask. LOL.

[Jdcrow]

Elbee got you something so your gimbals go the right directions next time.

[Elbee]

Elbee got you something so your gimbals go the right directions next time.

Funny! I still think I was doing better thinking Mode 2 on a Mode 1 Tx.

Best, LB