So you want to get into RC boats?
Well, the first advantage is the learning curve is a lot more forgiving and less costly than this:
Things you'll need to build your boat:
Space.
Space to build the boat and space to display/store your boat.
A myriad of expensive tools.
(tablesaw, drillpress
)
*note, you'll need to learn how to solder, which isn't hard, just needs practice.
Money. It is expensive at first and the kit is the least of your expences. A good bulk of your spending will go to the electronics (radio), but it is well worth it in the long run
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Time. This isn't something you're going to have done in a week, so it does require a level of patience.
oh, someplace to sail your boat. Ponds are great.
Find a local group like this to tap their skill-set:
http://www.pmpba.org/
or
on the internetz:
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/index.php
more to come...