Which one to build next?

[Gordon Tarbell]

Any one have first hand knowledge of flying characteristics  and building quirks, of either the RSM Deringer and or the Strega kit from Brodak? I have a choice of ST60 or Clarence lee prepped K&B 61 . If these two powerplants arn't enough for the Strega (740") then I will go with the Deringer from RSM.

[peabody]

The Tiger was what powered the original Strega....and has successfully powered many kits and scratch builts....

[Joe Messinger]

The reccommendation for engine size for the Strega in Brodak's catalog is .51 to .60 so I would think either of the engines you have would offer more than enough power for the plane.

Joe

[Bill Little]

Gordon,

A Streaga and a ST 60 is an really really good combination!

Bill <><

[Gordon Tarbell]

So , no input on the Derringer from RSM ? It looked like a plane that would groove well but still turn sharp.

[Bill Little]

Gordon,

I have never "seen" the Derringer in real life.  IIRC, it was a ST .46 ship when Bob deigned it.  But, I can say that all the planes I HAVE seen that Bob Whitely designed have been great flying planes.

Bill <><

[Steve Helmick]

Mark Micheli of Salinas, CA, has flown one at NW CL Regionals for several years, tho he didn't show up this year (weather reports were grim, and accurate). I don't remember what the power is, but it flies well. I'd call him. See the PAMPA Reference Manual for contact info. Nice work, pretty plane. 

The Strega is a big plane, at something like 740 sq. inches, and would be a problem for a smaller pilot in any serious wind.    Steve