Racing Quadcopter
I have really started getting into flying remote control quadcopters. I began flying a small toy-sized quadcopter last year, and have been practicing a lot. Getting used to making turns reversed, perfecting smooth and easy circles and figure-eights.
Now a few weeks ago I ordered my first “real” quadcopter. It’s a EF 250 and it was an amazing deal. The prices for real carbon-fiber racing quads has dropped quickly over the past 12 months. And this racing quad is every bit as good as I imagined. This one is 250mm
It is fast (supposedly up to 90mph on a 4S battery), and I’m learning a lot. I can fly with the FPV video goggles and see exactly what the quad is seeing. This is tricky but also makes some aspects of flying easier to manage. I am breaking lots of props, and learning a ton of new things in the process. I’m able to do basic flips and rolls while flying now, which is pretty exciting.
I went out to fly for a little while last weekend with Becca. And we found some beautiful wide open places nearby.
I’m planning on participating in a local race next week. We shall see how that goes. I am looking forward to it, but mostly afraid that I will crash and break my quad beyond repair in the next few days of practice.