John Peterson
New Member
So I recently saw a video of some guys FPV racing in a woods ala The Speeder Bike Scene from Return of the Jedi. I was amazed and didnt think that that type of tech was available. I immediately began researching FPV Quads and settled in on a ZMR250 style. I wanted to stay with Spectrum for the radio setup (DX6,7) because I didn't wanted to have to upgrade later on. The more I researched, they more I realized I needed a more beginner friendly machine. I was thinking the Nano QX as its something that I can use in my basement in the Winter time to practice (Wisconsin winters). I could also pair a DX radio with the Nano no problem. This would allow me to remain familiar with the "radio feel". Mind you, I am not new to RC, just the flight aspect of it. I initially wanted to get into Heli's since I was a kid (I'm 36) but I'm more intrigued into multi rotors now. I also listen to "The Multi Rotor Podcast" and heard them rave about the Dromida Ominus, well today at the local Hobby Shop I saw one in person and was pretty impressed, I also liked the larger size too (over the Nano). Along with my research, I've found out about "off brand" or "not mainstream radio" systems like Orange, Walkera Devo 7E, Turnigy, etc.
To sum this up, and I'm sorry it so long, but the more I research the more I'm talking myself out of it because of confusion. Here was my game plan:
By mini quad for practice - Dromida Ominus
Move up to a 450 machine - RCX H450 (from MyRCMart)
Batteries and charger will be supplied through friend
I am really lost on Radios though. Ive read about how some like the Walkera Revo 7E because of the (Open Firmware? fyi. I know what firmware is) and having "Range mods" and I also don't understand how different systems are compatible and not compatible. My buddy is a Spectrum fan and swears by his DX6 that he runs with a Blade 350 .
I'm working with about $600 right now.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
To sum this up, and I'm sorry it so long, but the more I research the more I'm talking myself out of it because of confusion. Here was my game plan:
By mini quad for practice - Dromida Ominus
Move up to a 450 machine - RCX H450 (from MyRCMart)
Batteries and charger will be supplied through friend
I am really lost on Radios though. Ive read about how some like the Walkera Revo 7E because of the (Open Firmware? fyi. I know what firmware is) and having "Range mods" and I also don't understand how different systems are compatible and not compatible. My buddy is a Spectrum fan and swears by his DX6 that he runs with a Blade 350 .
I'm working with about $600 right now.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.