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First impressions<br />
Like anyone else, I could not resist<br />
putting the parts together for the first<br />
time immediately after unpacking and<br />
was pleased to note that both the design<br />
and execution of this sailplane are well<br />
done. All of the joiners fit precisely right<br />
out of the box - a good sign.<br />
While these are purpose built tools for<br />
serious competition, it isn’t all about<br />
mechanics and performance. We like<br />
good looking airplanes too and the<br />
Toba does not disappoint with its very<br />
attractive lines. All the molding is very<br />
crisp and smooth. The graphics and<br />
colors are striking and not just the same<br />
old thing.<br />
Breaking it down again I moved on to a<br />
closer inspection. The molding quality<br />
is very good with clean and smooth<br />
edges. There is some visible telegraphing<br />
of fabric weave and spar edges on the<br />
wing panels but nothing unusual or<br />
concerning.<br />
The elevators and ailerons stop short of<br />
the tips, leaving a small vulnerable area<br />
that could be easily damaged. In fact<br />
one of the tail tips was slightly cracked<br />
already. A drop of thin CA fixed that. Care<br />
during transportation and handling will<br />
be needed to keep these intact.<br />
Available space for aileron servos is tight.<br />
This is a thin wing, measured at 8% at<br />
the root. If using the supplied covers,<br />
Complete<br />
contents laid out<br />
for inspection.<br />
Right out of the<br />
box. What a great<br />
looking sailplane!<br />
42 R/C <strong>Soaring</strong> <strong>Digest</strong>
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