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Lap Timing for FPV Drone Racing
January 25, 2021
Competitive events require reliable timing. Racing drones are harder to track than almost any other type of RC craft that have come before, so FPV racing has its own unique set of solutions. In this article we'll discuss these specialized timing systems and help you get started with selecting one for your own race group.
Drone Racing – The Eight Common Track Elements
August 21, 2020
In every drone racing track, there are a number of the different moves the pilot has to do going from gate to gate, flag to flag, in order to finish a lap. To beginners, this may look like just going through gates randomly, but when the track is broken down, there are actually many simple elements combined to create a giant course. Captain Vanover has said in this video that by just practicing elements separately, you can become a much faster racer. No more excuses for the people that only have a few gates!
Tuning Rates: Tips and Tricks
August 4, 2020
Finding your ideal rates can be a time-consuming and difficult task. There are seemingly endless possibilities regarding which rates to use. In this article, I’ll go over tips on tuning your rates, as well as some helpful resources to aid in finding the ideal setup for your flying style. Of course, rates are all subjective, since every pilot is different. This will just outline some ways to get started.
How to Crash like a Pro
July 29, 2020
Crashing is as big a part of FPV as flying and building, if not bigger. Each crash leads to improvement, and the bettering of your skills. As Mark Twain said, “Name the greatest of all inventors. Accident.” To improve, you have to push your limit, try new tricks, and attempt to get even cooler and more risky shots. As you push your limits, you will inevitably crash.
Getting Your Ham Radio License
January 16, 2020
“Do I really need to get a Ham Radio license in order to fly FPV?” That question will inevitably go through every pilot’s mind at one point, and the simple answer is a big “YES!” A ham radio license is required in order to transmit on common FPV frequencies. I know, it may seem like a daunting task, requiring many hours of study and dedication, but getting licensed really isn’t as hard as it seems.
Rush Tank Racing Edition VTX Review
January 13, 2020
The Rush Tank Race doesn't have one spec that's better than all other offerings, but it's a great mix of features, performance, and price. It stood up well to our testing, so it's a great choice for flying with others. That's good news for racing, but just as much for freestyle pilots who enjoy going out with others.
EMAX TinyHawk S 1-2S Micro Brushless FPV Drone
December 7, 2019
EMAX has released a second version of the very popular TinyHawk. This time, it claims it solved some problems from the previous generations and has upgraded some parts making it compatible with 2S batteries. Is the TinyHawk S the new king of these whoop class drones?
BetaFPV Meteor65 Brushless Whoop
November 16, 2019
BetaFPV's newest release brings all of the latest innovations into a firmly indoor-oriented package. The Meteor65 may be this season's king of indoor racing.
Velocidrone: The Most Realistic FPV Simulator?
November 14, 2019
Velocidrone is an FPV simulator that has many promising features, such as multiplayer, track editor, real-life drones, and race tracks that match real-life specifications. With the minimum computer requirements being lower than most simulators, and a $20 price tag, is it the best simulator for those cold stormy nights?
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