Hello from SoCal! Noob to Multicopters!

[kloner]

we've only had one met so far, but last october we had 20 pilots from phoenix to los angeles. They brought everything from skywalkers to multi rotors to huge wings. we had another 30-40 people that came to watch and for the seminars. We tried showing everybody what it takes, what works and doesn't, etc. There will be lots of raffle prizes this time around. It's just the day, but your welcome to fly the spot before and after. there is a nice hotel across the street.

http://rchelicollective.com/zen/kloner/funfly/davesbeach/

 

[linter]

wow. that sounds like a blast. might have to try to make it, because i sure could stand to learn a few things. do you know of any similar gatherings around the country?

 

[kloner]

you just gotta follow the groups in your area, we all love sharing what we do. Theres 5-10 of us that regularly fly out at daves on any given day. it's pretty much fpv heavan with a little of everything

where are you at?

 

[linter]

i'm mostly either in NC or RI but business often sends me to L.A. (and elsewhere around the country). I'm thinking maybe I could plan a business trip to coincide with your get-together ....

 

[Barken]

by the time your there, you'll need a bigger stronger frame but this is the kit

http://aerialmediapros.com/store/product_info.php/f550-naza-gps-heavy-lift-conversion-rtf-p-256

Oooo... that package looks tasty.

 

[kloner]

but by then you may as well be in a droidworx, hexacrafter, something made for the weight.

 

[Barken]

I'll have to create a parts list and price it out. Do you know any good US distributors? I keep finding most are UK/international.

 

[hjls3]

Barken - having owned the package I would agree with Kloner. It is super nice, mine was sporting the Axi and while it did the job, I quickly was into an AD6, much much better for hauling around a DSLR. I guess it would depend upon your needs. I happen to have all of those parts still and I keep meaning to get around to taking the stock 550 I have and making it a hot rod. I think it would be tons of fun to fly without any cargo (gimble camera etc).

 

[kloner]

distributors for what?

 

[Barken]

Sorry, for most parts and such. Motors, esc, etc..

 

[kloner]

http://aerialmediapros.com/store/index.php

you can practically drive to that one

http://www.readymaderc.com/store/

http://www.urbandrones.com/

http://www.clubheli.com/Multi-Rotor-Motors-MT_c_151.html

http://www.gothelirc.com/

kloners choices

 

[Barken]

Great. Thanks Kloner.

 

[kloner]

Right now that fpv meet in Carlsbad is shooting for Mar 23....... keep your ear here for details, i'll post all about it soon

 

[jcmonty]

As great as the hexacraft kit looks, it's a bit out of my price range for my first MC. What would be better than the flamewheel for a starter in your opinion?

Another good one is http://www.shop.aglhobbiesllc.com/ selection. Totally configurable and growable - small quad to huge octo all using the same parts. Support is great as well.

Welcome BTW!

 

[linter]

Right now that fpv meet in Carlsbad is shooting for Mar 23....... keep your ear here for details, i'll post all about it soon

will do. thanks.

 

[Barken]

I got an F550 with heavy lift kit last week.Patrick over at AMP was awesome, very knowledgeable and helpful. I'll be there on the 23rd, probably without an FPV system though, but we'll see if I can scrape for one.