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  1. Rick M

    what drone for go pro ?

    There are lots of good GoPro alternatives out there. Read reviews, look at footage and comparisons on YouTube. I am using an SJCam SJ5000x 'Elite' and I love the thing. Cost me $129, and you can get them cheaper now. I don't suggest it's the best, or even the best for the money. But you don't...
  2. Rick M

    DJI Is Locking Down Its Drones Against a Growing Army of DIY Hackers

    No. It means after updating the firmware, you need to log in once. After you have done that, those limits are removed. This has been covered and covered and re-covered in forums, on Facebook, and everywhere else. The sky is not falling. What I find funny is that every alarmist post ultimately...
  3. Rick M

    Sunstone Park, Delta BC Canada (mixing footage)

    Caveat: I'm not an artist, filmmaker, or photographer. I'm one of those dreaded "I don't know art, but I know what I like" types. There might be a bit for the pros to criticize, but honestly you did a great job of capturing the wonders of a good suburban park! You have a good feel for this...
  4. Rick M

    Do not read this post!

    Well, that's a big relief. We would be happy to hear what you're flying!
  5. Rick M

    brushless motors

    What I find amazing is that nothing moz says he did was even a bit unlawful, as far as I can tell. We may have completely different understandings, but I thought he said he said he was flying in a premittied place in a reasonable manner at a permissable altitude when a private pilot began flying...
  6. Rick M

    Complete newbie here

    Welcome!
  7. Rick M

    what should i get?

    Essentially, X8C has 2 MP camera and no altitude hold. X8HG has altitude hold and an 8 MP camera. The altitude hold is the air pressure type, so not nearly as accurate or stable as GPS altitude hold.
  8. Rick M

    help with motor options

    Alternatively, it could just be a self-serving attempt to justify torturing the English language for the sheer love of obfuscation. Oh, and a news flash: they know why. :D
  9. Rick M

    Drone Pilot Arrested Following Flight

    The FAA has no authority to regulate military or police aircraft or operators (miliary and police pilots are not even required to be licensed, actually), but they do regulate civilian operations. A private pilot operating below 500 AGL over a golf course with someone on it is in violation and...
  10. Rick M

    help with motor options

    Quick...someone pop some popcorn!
  11. Rick M

    Newbie here!

    Typical for China suppliers. Did you pay via PayPal?
  12. Rick M

    TRADS, LLC

    Sadly, we hobbyists benefit immensely from people who try to turn their hobbies into a livelihood. Then they most often fail, and are replaced by others who try to do the same. I like what I do for a living (both things), but they're not hobbies, they're still my work. The idea of doing what you...
  13. Rick M

    EACHINE E010 Mini UFO Quadcopter...........took a chance..........

    There is something so satisfying about flying a mini around the house and exercising the animals (in my case a Cairn Terrier). No matter how many expensive and sophisticated quads I have, I don't think I will ever get tired of it. Guilty pleasure....
  14. Rick M

    Taking Off on Take Off - Not Hovering

    You know how to get it calibrated, understand what trims do, and have a good grasp of the basics. Now go fly! You might well break a couple of things...just buy some spare parts. Go get some stick time. :)
  15. Rick M

    Newbie here!

    I'm really blown away by the strength of some of MJX's recent offerings. They are selling more quality per $ than nearly anyone in the market I can think of. And they seem to be building on the Bugs 3 platform, which is a great way to go. I love mine. And I have friends who have done some...
  16. Rick M

    what should i get?

    Someone had to say it. :D Depending on how far the cattle and deer are from where you'd be flying and a few other questions, you're looking at $500+.
  17. Rick M

    Taking Off on Take Off - Not Hovering

    Only way to be sure is to go fly it!
  18. Rick M

    Newbie here!

    I am pretty certain the Bugs 2 uses the same 1806 motors as the Bugs 3.
  19. Rick M

    Taking Off on Take Off - Not Hovering

    Correct. Just make sure that the surface is level.
  20. Rick M

    Taking Off on Take Off - Not Hovering

    ...and any remaining tendency to drift consistently in any direction should be solved with trim adjustments.
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