RC Havoc

Air Hogs Havoc Laser Battle set reviewed

2008-02-18T18:22:00.001-08:00

A surprising result from this highly anticipated test:

"I love the Havoc helis, and I think the very idea of a battle set is truly awesome, but the quirks that showed up when two were flown together really let me down. Given the other feedback from regular buyers I've read on the Internet, I think the Havoc Laser Battle sets are a hit-and-miss affair, where you may be taking a gamble when you buy one. Maybe it'll work out, maybe it won't. As much as I hate to say it, I'm going to have to recommend that the buyer beware. "

Grade: C-

Read the full Havoc Laser Battle review for the full scoop!

Havoc Heli Laser Battle set has arrived!

2007-10-01T01:26:00.000-07:00

My laser battle set is in hand, and the helis are charging! I will try to get together with a friend and get some combat on video for you all soon!

Air Hogs Havoc Laser Battle set

2007-09-17T20:42:00.000-07:00

It was "bad" enough (not "bad" meaning bad, but "bad" meaning good) that they came out with the Apache Havoc to rip money right out of my wallet. Now they're doing the Laser Battle set!

I've got one of these sets on the way. It oncludes two Havoc Helis with new competition bodies that look a little bit like AH-1 Cobras, each equipped with an infrared "laser" that can "shoot down" the other one! The first shot sends the enemy spiralling out of control briefly. The second in a row in a short period knocks them out of the sky completely! What a concept! It'll be like playing a video game that's actually real (though completely safe, whew). Can't wait!

Welcome to RC Havoc!

2007-09-17T18:18:00.000-07:00

Finally it's time to go public with my second RC blog! This one will be dedicated to the senstional Air Hogs Havoc by Spin Master, its variations & spin-offs, and similar micro RC helicopters. Enjoy!

New Havoc Apache video

2007-09-14T19:48:00.000-07:00

Got a video second one up:

Air Hogs Apache Havoc

2007-09-13T19:38:00.000-07:00

If there was one thing I didn't like about the original Havoc, it was the look of the fuselage. Taken from the original Silverlit Picco Z, I thought it was uninspired and, well, frankly, a really weak aesthetic design. Well, it looks like Spin Master agreed! Check out the new AH-64 Apache edition!

I'm a huge fan of this one; it looks so much more realistic and less like a really cheap toy. It still flies just as well, too. Be sure to read my full Air Hogs Apache Havoc review for the full scoop. Here's an Apache Havoc video for your enjoyment.

Venom Micro Rescue RC helicopter

2007-07-01T17:47:00.000-07:00

If you thought Spin Master was the only big company getting into the micro RC heli market, think again! Head over & check out the review of the Venom Micro Rescue. Here's the synopsis:

"I like the Micro Rescue! It's not as stable in flight as the Air Hogs Havoc, but it looks a whole lot better and seems to require a little less skill to fly around. I was surprised by the durability, given the really thin plastic parts, but I do wish that main gear was covered so I didn't have to worry about grabbing it during hand launches. All in all, though, it's a good deal! This one will probably go into my permanent collection. "

Here's the Venom Micro Rescue video, also available on YouTube.

Air Hogs Havoc Micro RC Heli Reviewed

2007-07-01T17:01:00.000-07:00

The Air Hogs Havoc review is up at RC Mania! Here's the summary:

"As you can see in the video, it really works! The Havoc is one of the smallest things you can fly, and it's a lot of fun once you get the hang of it. It just takes a fair amount of skill to fly it smoothly. It's also not exactly the hottest-looking toy you can get. For $30, though, it's worthwhile for indoor fun for fans of sky travel who don't quite have the space for a Reflex or don't want to spend much money to get in the air. "

Check out the Havoc video, also on YouTube here.

Air Hogs Reflex micro RC heli

2007-03-01T16:17:00.000-08:00

Check out the Air Hogs Reflex review on RC Mania. The Reflex, originally called the Helix, is a three-channel micro RC helicopter that uses a three-channel radio system and lightweight, high-powered lithium polymer (LiPo) battery. It was a pioneer in micro helis because it was the first one of its size that was so controllable in flight, yet available to the masses at very reasonable price.

Here's the summary of the review:

"The Reflex is the real deal, a micro-sized helicopter that's stable enough to be flown around a room. It needs some adjustment right out of the box, but once you get it right, it's fun to fly. I wish it was possible to really hover in one
place in the air, but it's so light that any breeze at all (even its own) moves it around, so I'll settle for really slow, controllable flight. The Reflex is a keeper for me. "

Also check out the well-received Reflex video on the site, or here on YouTube.