{"id":5464,"date":"2019-12-04T20:17:06","date_gmt":"2019-12-04T20:17:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getfpv.com\/learn\/?p=5464"},"modified":"2019-12-17T10:28:43","modified_gmt":"2019-12-17T10:28:43","slug":"fpv-news-with-average-hobbyist-episode-13","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getfpv.com\/learn\/fpv-news\/fpv-news-with-average-hobbyist-episode-13\/","title":{"rendered":"FPV News with Average Hobbyist &#8211; Episode 13"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>GetFPV is proud to present FPV News \u2013 Episode 13 with Average Hobbyist, aka Randy Mertl, submitted to us via the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.getfpv.com\/learn\/submit-content\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GetFPV Community Program<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0Check out his video below![ultimate_spacer height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=&#8221; https:\/\/youtu.be\/HgexBCiDQNM&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">You can check out more of Randy\u2019s content at his\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/mertlturtle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCMXqlCmn6ooiAX7Sq6owY0g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">YouTube<\/a>, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/norcaldrones\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a>.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Disclaimer: This video was produced solely by a member of the FPV Community. Views and advice in this video are that of the creator and does not necessarily reflect the opinion or views of GetFPV.<\/em><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Summary of FPV News &#8211; Episode 13<\/h2>\n<p>On this Christmas edition of FPV news, Randy shoots laser beams from his eyes!\u00a0 Need you to hook us up with some of that power, Randy!<\/p>\n<p>Looking for some help with your latest build?\u00a0 New to the hobby, and trying to figure out the difference between an FC, VTX, and ESC?\u00a0 Head over to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/FPVbuilders\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FPV Builders<\/a> Facebook group.\u00a0 There, you can focus your attentions on learning without all the distractions.\u00a0 With plenty of folks willing to help, you can&#8217;t go wrong here.<\/p>\n<h3>FPV Without the Flying!<\/h3>\n<p>EMAX has released the EMAX Interceptor FPV RC Car!\u00a0 This little guy comes with FPV goggles, car, transmitter, and batteries to get you driving FPV!\u00a0 The video transmitter is a 25\/200mw, so expect some range out of the Interceptor.\u00a0 At an incredibly low price point, you can get one for every member of your family for some around the house (or neighborhood) racing fun!\u00a0 Just don&#8217;t torment the pets this Christmas![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5466&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][dt_default_button link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.getfpv.com%2Femax-interceptor-fpv-rc-car-rtr-fpv-bundle-w-goggles-radio.html||target:%20_blank|&#8221; size=&#8221;medium&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;btn_center&#8221;]Race Around with the EMAX Interceptor Bundle[\/dt_default_button][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=&#8221;20&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>360 Hobbies Christmas Deals<\/h3>\n<p>Check out some the Christmas deals over at <a href=\"https:\/\/360hobbies.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">360 Hobbies<\/a> with their 4 for $40 deal on motors.\u00a0 Also, check out the &#8220;Father Time&#8221; long range quad, coming in at 122g, great for a 7&#8243; frame.\u00a0 Don&#8217;t forget about the 360 Hobbies &#8220;Dracolich&#8221; and &#8220;Heckler&#8221; quad frames, featured in a previous episode of FPV News![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5079&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][dt_default_button link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.getfpv.com%2F360-hobbies-the-dracolich-5-fpv-racing-frame.html||target:%20_blank|&#8221; size=&#8221;medium&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;btn_center&#8221;]Get the 360 Hobbies Dracolich FPV Frame[\/dt_default_button][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5467&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][dt_default_button link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.getfpv.com%2F360-hobbies-the-heckler-sx-5-fpv-racing-frame.html%23gallery-1||target:%20_blank|&#8221; size=&#8221;medium&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;btn_center&#8221;]Gett he 360 Hobbies Heckler FPV Frame[\/dt_default_button][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Flynoceros &#8220;Baby\u00a0Sk\u00f6ll&#8221;<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/theflynoshop.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flynoceros<\/a> has released the Baby\u00a0Sk\u00f6ll 3&#8243; frame to fulfill all your small quad desires.\u00a0It comes in both a standard issue 3&#8243; as well as a DJI HD compatible variant to pack in that DJI Air Unit.\u00a0 Make sure and check it out over on the Flynoceros website for more information.<\/p>\n<h3>Rebel Miniquads &#8220;Yeti&#8221; Long Range FPV Frame<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/rebelminiquads.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rebel Miniquads<\/a> has released the Yeti, a unique 8&#8243; or 10&#8243; size long range quad frame.\u00a0 It&#8217;s got some unique features centered around the front of the quad with a multi mount capable of housing a GoPro, FPV camera, VTx and Rx antennas.\u00a0 Check it out if you&#8217;re look for a new long range capable frame.<\/p>\n<h3>Shen Drones &#8220;Ichabod&#8221; Cinematic Frame<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.shendrones.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shen Drones<\/a> has release the &#8220;Ichabod&#8221; a new cinematic focused drone frame in collaboration with Gab707.\u00a0 This frame puts the GoPro and FPV camera mount way out front to keep the props out of your shots.<\/p>\n<h3>Flywoo &#8220;Vampire-2&#8221; FPV Frame<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/flywoo.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flywoo<\/a> has release a new frame in some bling colors to help upgrade your style.\u00a0 The Vampire-2 is a lightweight racing frame, ready for you to show of your skills.\u00a0 Don&#8217;t forget to get the latest Flywoo gear to match your new frame here at GetFPV.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5468&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][dt_default_button link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.getfpv.com%2Fcatalogsearch%2Fresult%2F%3Fq%3Dflywoo||target:%20_blank|&#8221; size=&#8221;medium&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;btn_center&#8221;]Check out our Selection of Flywoo Gear Now![\/dt_default_button][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Flycolor Electronic Speed Controllers<\/h3>\n<p>Flycolor is a company with a focus on ESC technology, and is consistently bringing them to the public with both quality and affordability in mind.\u00a0 Make sure to check out the offering of Flycolor tech right here![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5469&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][dt_default_button link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.getfpv.com%2Fcatalogsearch%2Fresult%2F%3Fq%3Dflycolor||target:%20_blank|&#8221; size=&#8221;medium&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;btn_center&#8221;]Get your Flycolor ESC&#8217;s Now![\/dt_default_button][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Caddx Orca Action Camera<\/h3>\n<p>Caddx has release their answer to the now discontinued GoPro Session, the Orca.\u00a0 It records in 4k\/30fps, 2.7k\/60fps, 1440p\/60fps, and 1080p\/120fps.\u00a0 It has 160\u00b0 field of view, WiFi, records for 80 minutes per charge, and weighs only 58 grams.\u00a0 It also has anti-shake for a more stable recording image.\u00a0 It&#8217;s available for pre-order over at the <a href=\"https:\/\/caddxfpv.com\/products\/caddx-orca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Caddx<\/a> website.<\/p>\n<h3>NewBeeDrone Brushless Whoop<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/newbeedrone.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NewBeeDrone<\/a> has entered the brushless category with their new quad, the products, the\u00a0NewBeeDrone BeeBrain Brushless BNF FPV Drone.\u00a0 It&#8217;s available for pre-order over at the website.\u00a0 Looking for more NewBeeDrone gear?\u00a0 Check out the link below![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5470&#8243; 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