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RC-Controlled Blue Wind-Powered Sailboat: PLAYSTEAM Voyager 280 - 17.5" Tall Review

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Details

BrandPLAYSTEAM
Toy vehicle formBoat
ColorBlue
Age Range (Description)Kid
Control MethodRemote

Description of RC-Controlled Blue Wind-Powered Sailboat: PLAYSTEAM Voyager 280 - 17.5" Tall

Control your own RC sailboat - 2-channels with two servos for control of the water rudder and sail angle. Powered by the wind! Does not need (or include) a motor for forward movement. Captain your sailboat and learn about wind powered control. No assembly required. Perfect for the pool or pond. Requires: 4 AA batteries and wind. 17.5” tall (14” above the waterline) and 11” long. Choose from three different colors – green, blue or red.

Reviews

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Revainrating 2 out of 5

Cute but flimsy, controls do not work

Rudder control works but not the sail controls. It's fine if all you want to do is put it in water and watch it drift around. Essentially made of string and cheap plastic. It's just a toy but way over-priced.

Pros
  • The RC-controlled feature allows for greater control and maneuverability, making it easy to navigate in varying wind conditions
Cons
  • The wind-powered sailboat may not be suitable for beginners or younger children who may struggle with controlling it

Revainrating 5 out of 5

So much fun on my review.

Hubby took it out on the pond and attracted attention. You MUST have wind to operate this sailboat as it is NOT motorized propulsion. It is only steerable. He had so much fun!

Pros
  • The grand where so excited to receive the sail boats
Cons
  • The wind-powered sailboat may be difficult to control in windy conditions

Revainrating 5 out of 5

hobby gradey footy class RC sailboat

Way cheaper than 3d printing your own RC footy sailboat. No off the shelf kits for building a footy are even currently available, let alone a ready to sail one. This is it. There has been considerable debate on the internets whether RC sailboats under a meter long will even work. Or mysteriously only work if it is an overpriced discontinued Graupner Micro Magic. Obviously that is a bunch of BS. Small pond yachts have been sailing in ponds without issue for thousands of years, without needing…

Pros
  • No assembly required. Perfect for the pool or pond.
Cons
  • The control range of the RC controller may be limited, making it difficult to maneuver the boat from a distance

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Outstanding product with great educational value

I ordered two boats - red and blue - and I am absolutely delighted. Boats charge quickly and controls are simple and straightforward.These are excellent tools to teach basics of sailing for adults and kids alike!Thank you!

Pros
  • Remote & App Controlled Vehicles & Parts
Cons
  • The small size of the boat means that it may not be suitable for use in harsh weather conditions

Revainrating 5 out of 5

They are very gentle just use them very carefully

We use those sailboats in our pool and it’s very fun to use them they are more than toys also perfect to learn as well That's my feedback!

Pros
  • Control your own RC sailboat - 2-channels with two servos for control of the water rudder and sail angle
Cons
  • The boat may not be able to sail against the wind, which limits its use

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Really easy to get sailing with a short learning curve.

It was difficult to keep the tiny hooks on the boom and sails clipped in high winds, but if you have tweezers at the beach you're good

Pros
  • Great for the pool. FYI size listed is mast height not hull length. Works great.
Cons
  • It is not suitable for use in small bodies of water

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Fun boat - good value

Use fresh controller batteries to insure a good charge to the lithium battery for the boat. To access the battery area, turn the table in the cockpit, it serves as a latch. There is a 'arrow' on floor of cockpit, hard to see. Also, when controller batteries are weak, the controller will alert with a continuous beeping. No mention in the directions. Distributor was very supportive when contacted.

Pros
  • Toys & Games
Cons
  • The sailboat may not be able to navigate strong currents or waves

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Ready to sail for my opinion

This boat is a bit too small even in just the swimming pool. It can barely handle the slightest current. Very convenient that it comes assembled, but some might be disappointed to not have a kit to construct.

Pros
  • Remote & App Controlled Vehicles
Cons
  • It may be difficult to find replacement parts or accessories for this specific model