I'm jealous.

Bob Underwood successfully flew a hiperbipe in R/C scale several years ago, so there are no inherent vices that would make this a poor choice. My personal feeling is that most prototypes can be successful.

Why limit yourself to Fun Scale? Documentation is about the only difference for that model between Fun and Sport Scale because you have to do all the building. You'll need to document the color scheme for either event. I suggest you get your outline documentation soon and compare the kit to it. There will probably be some differences. You may be able to correct them prior to construction and have a competitive Sport Scale model without much more effort.

Chuck

Master Kits made 2 models that I'm aware of. The first was the Hyper bipe and the other was a 15 sized pattern model called Peppermint Pattie. I had both of these in early 1908's. Like a lot of small kit makers they had nice models, all hand cut, good wood, but not enough capitol to get a decent share of the market. I enjoyed both of those models and you have a very nice flying model in your possession. Converting this is not a major project build wise. As to getting it to scale outline, well that's the fun of scale.
Dennis

Hello,
     Thanx for the encouragement!!!! I figured it was a good choice but just needed the kick in the hind end for motivation.I have taken a real good look at the kit and everything is accounted for and the wood is some good quality stuff..It all appears to be light and straight.I have plenty of carbon fiber around the shop so building this light and strong will not be a problem(Think Stunt)The problem I am having is logging into the AMA website to get a copy of the fun and sport scale rules.I will have to call them on Tuesday to get that fixed..I have already been tracking down photos and 3 views.I just need the rules(and a week to clean the workbench!!!!)to make sure I don't break any before I start and then I can get this project underway.I will post progress reports as they are available.
                                                                                              Thanx again,Jeff

Hey Allen,
        I get to talk with Will a couple times a week wether he wants to or not!!!!He helps me tons.We talk about the full size ships too.I learned of the Hiperbipe back in A&P schooll in the 70's when it came out.I was a long time member of the EAA and have built 2 homebuilts and had a Sonerai II nearly finished in my back yard when a careless driver went left of center in 2001.Have'nt been pilot in command since.BUT THAT'S OK.I had my aerobatic fun.I have time in a Great Lakes,Pitts S2,and a T-6.I don't make the plans.I just try to follow the best I can.I look forward to my scale project,attending the nate, and certainly attending the FCM next year.I did'nt get a chance to thank you for putting on such a great contest and taking care of us competitors the way you folks did before I drove away.So,THANX!!!!I am getting ready for next year,I have the gas money already in the bank!!!!!
                                                                                                     Jeff

Jeff;

get on the internet - type in Sorrell Hiperbipe and you'll find color schemes. 

Tom Wilk   

It looks like BOB Banka Aircraft Documentation has 5 versions of the Hiperbipe.   http://www.bobsairdoc.com  He does have a spelling error in his catalog. He has only one L in Sorrell.  I looked at the 5 tail numbers Bob listed and could not find any pictures on the internet.  Anyway I used Bob's data package on my first Extra 300S project and found them to be first class.  His 3-Views are also very good. Attached is one of the photos out of the Bob's photo pack.  He provides high quality glossy prints that scan easily producing good quality prints.  However you can use his prints as they come out of the pack in your documentation book.  Personally I like to print 2 5X7 pictures per page.  Their is a limit of pages in you documentation for Sport Scale (Event 509).  By the way I do agree with the earlier post that this project is well suited for Sport Scale.  However you could put it in Fun Scale if you prefer.  It all depends on your building skills - especially in the finishing category.  I believe you said you were at the Nats so you saw what to expect.  For the most part I didn't see a lot of difference in the general appearance of Sport and Fun Scale.  Although Allen Goff's Waco was (1th place Sport Scale) was a flawless looking ship.  At any rate go for it - and remember to have fun.  Also post pictures as you go.  Gives us old retired folks something to do in our spare time.

PS. If you call BOB he may well be able to put together a sample pack of the 5 Hiperbipe tail numbers he has. This way you could pick one that works for you. If this is your first scale project a simple paint scheme is a good thing (at least is was for me).

 

If you know the tail number of the original you may be able to match it up at Bob's - also a google search on the tail number may turn up some interesting info.

 

Hi All,The wheels are in motion.I got a copy of the rules and 509 Sport Scale it is.Bob's Airdoc. has a couple sets of 3 veiws and a nice documentation packet on the way.I chose the color scheme of a female airshow pilot.Red,White,and Blue.Can't go wrong with those colore!!!!Hopefully I can finish cleaning the shop before it gets here.!!!!Anybody have an idea where to get some 1/6th scale flying wire clevises and pinked edge tape??Jeff