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Remote controlled helicopter info needed
Is anyone aware of a remote controlled helicopter, quadricopter, etc available in Canada, that has enough lift to strap a GoPro to its underside?
Ive been looking but nothing yet
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How much does it weigh without the case?
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I have 1 phone me. It will carry a dslr
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I wasn't thinking far enough ahead for an outcome, I was ranting. By definition, a rant doesn't imply much forethought..... 
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03-20-2014, 06:08 PM
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Might want to consider a quadcopter, or hexacopter. More stable IMO, and much easier to control.
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03-20-2014, 06:10 PM
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Might want to consider a quadcopter, or hexacopter. More stable IMO, and much easier to control.
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U bet. I use the word "helicopter" loosely.
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03-20-2014, 06:12 PM
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I have 1 phone me. It will carry a dslr
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Is it a helicopter?
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03-20-2014, 06:13 PM
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Call great hobbies in Edmonton and talk to those guys about the newest, latest, greatest. They are current and know what they are doing.
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03-20-2014, 06:17 PM
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Originally Posted by huntinstuff
U bet. I use the word "helicopter" loosely.
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Depending on what you want it for, here are some ideas. All types of crafts and cameras.
http://vimeo.com/channels/firstpersonview
I have what some refer to as a drone. Let me know if I can help with info.
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03-20-2014, 06:19 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by huntinstuff
Is anyone aware of a remote controlled helicopter, quadricopter, etc available in Canada, that has enough lift to strap a GoPro to its underside?
Ive been looking but nothing yet
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peta convention? wendy culkiers hot tub? your neighbours garden?
what for?
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03-20-2014, 06:24 PM
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We have an AO member with one of those units. Really neat pictures from Banff were posted.
When are they going to be banning them from the public? Just watch. Public Safety you know.
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03-20-2014, 06:30 PM
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Is it a helicopter?
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Yes. Bell jet ranger new in the box
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Originally Posted by Twisted Canuck
I wasn't thinking far enough ahead for an outcome, I was ranting. By definition, a rant doesn't imply much forethought.....
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03-20-2014, 06:34 PM
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The two main beginner quadcopters that will be ready to fly are the Walkera and Dj Phantom. You can get both with return to home, flight stabilization, and GPS.
You can buy the Phantom locally at most hobby stores( I seen one today PM hobbycraft here in Calgary).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cKYqR9Y-3o
The Walkera you can get online all over..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibru3nX9A_Y
Unless your an expert I'd stay away from helicopters and go with a quadcopter. The versions of quadcopter these day can fly and land themselves.
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03-20-2014, 06:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Ruger1022
The two main beginner quadcopters that will be ready to fly are the Walkera and Dj Phantom. You can get both with return to home, flight stabilization, and GPS.
You can buy the Phantom locally at most hobby stores( I seen one today PM hobbycraft here in Calgary).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cKYqR9Y-3o
The Walkera you can get online all over..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibru3nX9A_Y
Unless your an expert I'd stay away from helicopters and go with a quadcopter. The versions of quadcopter these day can fly and land themselves. |
Yes!!!!! That is exactly what I want!!! Thanks
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Neighbor lady refuses to have tan lines?
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03-20-2014, 07:02 PM
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Yes!!!!! That is exactly what I want!!! Thanks
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If I had to choose between these two I'd go with the Walkera QR x350 as it is a little more advanced. One great function is when your flying you can hit a button on the remote and it will land itself exactly where you lifted off hands free.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lx-e8fltFGc
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Do go pros require downloading data from them for viewing or can they transmit live?
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03-20-2014, 07:25 PM
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Do go pros require downloading data from them for viewing or can they transmit live?
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You can download and you can also transmit live(FPV) at the same time with the go pro with the right connections. I have a FatShark video headset goggle that gives you the feeling of flying . I can also feed a live video to a lcd screen on my controller.
So many options these days, I'll remind you guys this is a hobby and can be time consuming, frustrating, but it can also be very rewarding.
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Originally Posted by Twisted Canuck
I wasn't thinking far enough ahead for an outcome, I was ranting. By definition, a rant doesn't imply much forethought.....
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Santa dropped off a Phanton 2 Vision at my house on his way back Noth.
 The attached two Pix/JPG's are from the Edmonton Sun (last week??).
Bruce.
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 Contact in,  , Calgary, Dealer for the DJI Phantom Quad Copters.
Bruce.
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I got my Phantom 2 Vision from multirotorheli.ca. If you have. GoPro 3, I would recommend the Phantom Vision with gimbal.
http://www.multirotorheli.ca/collect...d-gopro-gimbal
If you have a GoPro 2, the older Phantom would allow you to attach it stationary.
The flight times for the Phantom 2 models should be around 20 minutes. There are some supply issues right now because of corporate infighting/court injunction. B & H out of New York may be worth looking at, as they get their Phantoms directly from China, I beleive. Head on over to phantompilots.com forum!
The technology of these craft is changing daily, and with input from users around the world putting their ideas together, and using 3D printers, it's just amazing what can be done with these. Also check out flyingcameras.ca and canadadrone.ca.
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... And one more thing, be aware that there has been flyaways(youtube it), before you lay down your cash.
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What kind of range have these things got?
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