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2008 BUYERS’ GUIDE

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101 Editors' Favorites With so many choices out there for planes, accessories, electronics and other products, finding the right flying gear can be overwhelming. Luckily, the staff of Backyard Flyer is making things easy for you with our Buyers' Guide. We'll tell you the best of the best when it comes to planes and gear, and what we recommend to help you hone your hobby skills. ªSCALE PLANES ªSPORT FLYERS ªAEROBATS ªHELICOPTERS ªRADIOS ªRECEIVERS ªSERVOS...

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