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Great video good for everyone to know there not the only ones who go through these difficulties, you had any problems with the rush stacks previously I'm building another 5 inch there seems to still be a electronics shortage.
@@shadowofchaos8932 okay a Churchill quote, a ladie said to Churchill "if you were my husband I'd poison your tea" Churchill replied " mam if you were my wife I'd gladly drink it" haha 😄
@@truefpvblood158 yeah that's the only option. I kicked it up q notch and ordered the QAV PRO and a lumineere diy build so I can get learning but keep getting better flying. I learn super quickly I have no problems doing lines and shit it's just I need to keep studying and learn how to build not just fly good.
Out of all my time here in FPV I’ve definitely reached lows and felt like giving up. Having a community to back me and pick me back up really helped me get the the point I’m at today. You got this 💯
Retired my first 5 inch quad a few days ago for a bunch of the same reasons, was feeling down about the hobby but this video is exactly what I needed. Thx for being a real one Aleesha 🙌🏼
You're really kicking major butt out there and I was so happy I found your channel the other day; I am just getting into this hobby myself. I'm sorry you're having a crap couple of days. It'll turn around soon - you got this.
We’ve all been there in this hobby…I just blew my 4th aio in my babyape, still not sure what happened to it. You did the best thing walking away from it to reset. Sometimes it just takes some perspective on the situation. Happy flying!
Definitely know that feeling. You are putting out great content and your flying skills are awesome. I hope things pick up for you in the future. Loved your interview on the Onigiri & Co pod!
Watched this while building my first fpv drone then finished and went to go test it and it went up in flames. I'll get the hang of this learning curve soon. Enjoyed the video.
Watched this video while charging for a flight at the job site. Flew one pack for some tuning, and a second for an adventure. Attempted flying into a grain bin this being constructed, forgot about guide wires, tried to exit, and crashed. Bad thing is turtle mode to save the steps, fried all four motors.
Sorry to hear about all your frustrations 😔 I have been there and yes the best thing to do sometimes is walk away for a bit cool down and come back with a level head and solve the issues. I hope you never quit because you are awesome and a amazing pilot with so much more ahead of you. Sending hugs 👍🤟 I smashed that like button also 👍🔥
When something breaks you need to say to yourself, this is FPV! Can be the most amazing thing and also something that is not for everyone, so keep going your videos are good stuff 🤘
I had something break yesterday and it's a simple fix but that's what backups are for. I'm only a few months in and I went right to flying with #rotorriot rtf builds while I also build one and try to start my channel stevefpv check it out! I'm super down about the simple thing I need to solder just nervous about making it worse yaknow.
You're right. When things go wrong, and they will, sometimes the "pile" just seems insurmountable. And then just when you think you got it all under control, something else happens. Do you know what we call that? I don't know about everybody else but I call it "life". Please remember this: eventually you DO get it all back in control. You DO start to remember why you do what you do. And the fun comes back into your soul and you realize, it's all worth it. They say Thomas Edison failed over 1,000 times trying to invent the lightbulb. Eventually he succeeded and I'm sure glad he did. Succeed Aleesha. You're a winner and we all know it.
I just watched a documentary about how the invention of the light bulb helped lead to quantum theory because the light from a bulb didn't change color the way they expected when given more power. And that quantum theory was critical in developing computer chips. So if Edison had given up, its possible we wouldn't have computers, or at least it could have taken years longer to begin down the paths that lead to them. Its funny how the positivity and effort you put into the world can have results you would never expect and may never even know.
Keep your chin up! You got this! There's gonna be days where nothing wants to work and hopefully the days that everything works great and you're enjoying flying outnumber the crappy non-working days. Just a bump in the road.
I've blown up more expensive electronics in my life than I can count but rushing things always results in the worst cases. You have it right though, take a break and don't think about fpv for a week, it will help
Just completed my first build last week. Set it up. Hover tested at home. Updated everything. I was so ready for my first HD flight. Got it to the field. Plugged it in ESC smokes instantly. 🤦🏻♂️ ahhh well new speedy bee stack coming in today and lots of snow in the forcast.
Hi Aleesha , no worries is not the end of life! Is just a drone. Don't quit or if you quit that will also be OK. Life's too short to be bothered by anything different from your loved ones the rest is just the way we spend time. I'm an fpv pilot too I had to drop my drone on the seaside three weeks ago.... just time and money to rebuild but I went for a beer with my wife which is far more important!! Best
I found flying whoops revived my love of FPV, cheap and fun and easy to build. Though I've never bothered with HD filming I just fly to enjoy the moments and nothing else.
I like that about our hobby. You learn out of every experience, good or bad. Overcoming and persevering. I almost love building as much as I love flying. Keep at it!
Throwback one night when I couldn't figure out why my KISS ESCs were dying one after the other as I was soldering them on my FC. I killed 2 FCs and 5 ESCs in one night just because one of my PDBs was faulty and it was only killing some components, that then, were killing components. Worst night (and day) of my FPV life. Focus on the positive! There will be many more amazing days in your future for sure!
I feel your pain. There has been times when these amazing drones do stupid things like smoke or just stop working or something acts up and you’re like “why the frog won’t you work???” It’s almost like 50/50 bench work vs actual flying. When I just hate my drones, I go play Shadows of Mordor and reign terror on the orcs messing with the innocent lives of those of Middle Earth. Also just walking is great, especially in Canada where we have some great nature. Bring a camera for a different kind of “zen”.
I also feel like hanging up the goggles and radio. Between my full time job and trying to keep my family afloat living in this insane economy is tuff. But then I remember what fpv does for my mental state. Got to keep pushing! We are here to support ya!
Thanks for your honest video. I'm new to this hobby and I feel like you do today a lot. Just a couple of hours ago I drove 30 minutes to fly and very first thing I smoked a motor. No equipment to fix it in the field yet, so back home grrr. Over and over. Most youtubers make everything look so great it seems unattainable. That someone like you also has this experience is actually encouraging to me. Now I think I can fight another day:) Not that I'm not sorry for all your woes!
take that breather girl. it makes all the difference in the world. you will figure it out later. we always figure it out eventually..lol.. good luck!! hopefully you got some other builds to fly.
Kudos for actually filming your struggles. I've been in the same boat starting with destroying a quad and it's been nothing but bad luck ever since. Hoping for better luck... for the both of us!
if you never have days like these...you don't fly fpv. every action has its equal opposite so ride the waves and smash through the troughs, Cant get those highs without the lows and the lows make those highs ever sweeter and only serve to strengthen and gain us experience, knowledge and a little insight into ourselves. ive bashed it, crashed it, poked it, smoked it and thrown it across the room! days like these are your right of passage. enjoy your next rip!!🤟🤟
"That does not smell right" Been there sister. Happy flying . Keep flying. Agony and ecstasy. 👊 I crashed Cinelog 35 into river while trying to loop a bridge, badly. Salvaged the quad,. disassembled it and cleaned it up and it all was working fine. Battery included
You're so awesome. I'm glad that I found your channel :-) yeah honestly I've taken a couple six a month or too long. It's really the best thing to do just chill when you come back to it at least you'll be excited to mess with it instead of frustrated it's not working.
i once went out to the field to make a video. smacked the ground powerlooping a swingset ripping off my crsf antenna, kept flying to do the video, failsafed broke 2 motors went home to put 2 spare motors on and caused a solder bridge by accident while soldering the motors so when i plugged in it fried my new fettec esc... so yeah that moment when you plugged in reminded me of that day.. stay strong. gotta love this hobby tho!
Theres no shame in taking a break. With all the stuff we have to manage to keep these things flying, it's good to take some time off. Keeps burnout at bay too!
We've all been there anyone that says they haven't are lying. Sometimes it does help to take a breather, hit the pause button and start over fresh when the frustration level has subsided. By the looks of it you are definitely over the hump you are far past the point of quitting and be proud of yourself because I would bet at least 80% of people that start this hobby never make it this far so you are the few the rare that have the gift to succeed in a hobby that has no set rules there's no absolute way to do anything in this hobby its almost 90% just winging it! I haven't seen you before but I'm subscribed and watching now and can't wait to see your next video where you over come this issue! Good luck , God speed and Send It!
Yeah, we all hate this hobby from time 2 time. I also broke a lot of quads this summer... But it's still one of the best hobbies on planet! Keep ripping! 👌💯
This hobby drives me mental so often too. Had very similar issues to what you were having except on my long-range rig. Drove 12.5 hours to go to northern BC to fly and the thing stopped working even though it was tested at home. I fixed it while out there and drove back to the spot 2 hours away and it didn't work again. I swear it happened 4 or 5 times before that trip too. Luckily I got it flying and on the drive home from that trip I was able to get a couple of long-range packs in that made all the pain worth it. I learned that through the hardships it makes the good times even sweeter! I have benched FPV for a week or 2 at a time though to help me learn to love it again and there is no shame in that. I'll hit you up next time I'm up in your neck of the woods for a casual day of perfect flying (0 crashes! 0 issues! I believe it!).
From the outside looking in, just wanted to say, it seems you're new to the hobby. You have to give yourself time to Breathe! I come from a electronic/computer engineering background and have a passion for troubleshooting. You have to have PASSION for this FPV thing, if you don't, you won't last in it. I recommend studying basic electronics, soldering, and logical troubleshooting to help. I have a quadcopter knowledge base on my channel, old videos and new . All assisted me in flying building and repairing kwads. Don't give up on your passions whatever they may be! Sending Love from Dallas, Texas
the about section has some good info on how new I am lol but yes you're correct. fairly new. I do however know how to build quite well I've built like 10+ drones at this point.
keep at it! never stop. any niche hobby like FPV requires patience and dedication. you will build and crash and repair and then crash again - until your experience reaches a level where it's all like breathing and you just keep getting better. but yes, there will be times when everything is against you. I've had bad luck with weather and broken components all summer (the Tallinn TV tower is officially my nemesis, LOL). it's part of the game. I think it's cool that you visibly give a shit about what you're doing, and aren't afraid of sharing that with your audience. it takes guts to make honest content like that, instead of only ever showing the good moments. we all have bad ones. respect!
Don't be too hard on yourself mate or put too much pressure on yourself. We are all just here to have fun! With the ESC thing I recently had a quad do the same thing, just stopped working on #2 esc as well and it simply turned out to be the multicable had come out just a little bit on one side of the fc so always double check or replace this cable before you do a whole rebuild. You just never know, sometimes its the most stupid/easiest thing! 🙂🤙
Don't let it get you down Aleesha! What I saw from you was determination! FPV quads are like Humpty Dumpty, you gotta put em back together once in a while! You're not alone, I think everyone in FPV has busted a quad or 2 or 7.
Thanks for the realness and transparency you always provide. I'm sorry your week has been hectic to say the least. I hope it gets better sooner rather than later. My win for the week is getting my downstairs bathroom remodeled (DIY) and my downstairs as a whole revamped. Only able to make this happen with my loving, supportive wife and our 5 kids!
I been feeling the same. Im 64 years old been at it a few years. Weather has been terrible. Just have not been feeling it lately. I need to just go out and break something. Keep going with the flying.
I know how you feel. I'm having the same problems. Sometimes I'm flying high, then I crash, make repairs and the drone gives me grief. I'm not very good at this, but I love to fly.
I once took 6mos off due to fatigue and frustration with the hobby. I don’t suggest taking that much time, especially because of how well you’re channel is doing. However, a few days or week, or more is necessary sometimes. Speak of the devil…I’m doing it myself now!🦄😉 Stick with it! FPV is a fantastic hobby. You got this!
I feel you so hard on this. In the past two weeks I killed 2 FCs, two motors, had my new AG01s nabbed by a porch pirate, had a DOA FC, and wasted half a sheet of CF trying to cut out a custom frame. Then I go to fly yesterday and I get out to the field to realize I forgot my battery bag. Go home, get my batteries, go back out to the field and no battery strap. Go home, get my battery straps and put them in my new bag, go out to the field, and for some reason the Crossfire receiver is unbound... At least the flights were good when I finally did get to fly.
I've been out of FPV for about a year now, JUST built my first quad in over a year last night and can't wait to fly today. I got big into saltwater kayak fishing and man, that is a time suck. Everytime I'm on the water Im always thinking of ways to incorporate FPV into some of the beautiful areas I fish. I've never posted videos on RUclips...and that will change this year
I’ve been involved with R/C for over 30 years. I always come and go with it I haven’t flown in like a year until the other day. I literally spent 10 hours now rebuilding a few of mine because they just didn’t work right , updates etc. it’s can be very frustrating! But I always come back. !
Sorry to hear about your frustrations. I'm going through it as well. I fried two FC in 10 seconds from dumb mistakes. Then A brand new ESC that isn't working right and a brand new FC that making weird noises. All in this week and my motivation has plummeted. So we are in it together
what i learned is that, sometimes you need a break from the hobby and then everthing will be fine. im taking my 2end break at the moment caus i have a loooot of work at the moment. happy flying
@@AleeshaFPV im sad to but im allready planing new trips and now i got new personal and maybe if everything goes to plan, i can take 2 weeks of. thats going to be awsome. what i do to compensate is flying in liftoff and trying out new stuff where i dont have to worry about anything. its kinda my happy place ;-P
DON'T GIVE UP I gave up playing guitar about 10 years ago, and these days it really bothers me often when I hear music. Like to the point where I tear up and have to choke it back. I have my guitar and stuff, but I'm 10 years behind where I should be and lost a lot of the skills I learned in the 15 years that I'd been playing. It doesn't bring the same joy I remember, and is incredibly frustrating at times. If you give it up, you'll have a hard time forgiving yourself. It might be a conversation years down the road that brings it out and that's when it'll really bother you. These frustrations are going to be funny memories in a little while, but giving up will be a haunting memory eventually. You got this, DON'T GIVE UP
Man, I've been there, I feel you so much. I taught I was the only one. I've had vtx issue, that cost be months, multiple burned brand new electronics, a lost a whole quad. But still going at it.
I always let people know that’s a big part of the hobby. Sometimes you’re fixing as much as flying especially the guys that push themselves hard. Keep your head up 👍🏼 I’ve been keeping mine up since 2018 and still no subs 🤣
I hit my low point near the end of covid. Took a few months off. Had no camera. Got a new camera and I been pushing hard! It's been great after taking a step back!
Heyy I know you (as a youtuber) for some time and this video just caught my eye! Seems like I'm not the only one having a hard time in FPV. Let's take some time and get back with a new power !!! 🔥🔥🔥
Even on the worst days love it's the Ripping that for a few moments we are truely free playing with gravity like little birds with jet engines. I could break all my quads lose them get them stolen and still pick myself back up to fly and share my passion with those around me. I enjoy watching your journey struggles and smile just remember we can do what so many will never experience in a lifetime and that my friend is priceless. Hope this helps. I got my CDL about a year ago and travel all over the country sometimes I get to Surf Ridges in the Mohave or Dive Canyons in the Desert other im lucky to get a decent rest area but every single day it's the only thing I look forward to besides watching the few people I subscribe to . . . And one of them is YOU 🙂
get yourself a 30x jewelers loop and check your work after any soldering, tiny solder balls spit across the board with the heat and sometimes land in a spot bridging 2 legs on a chip for example, checking for solder balls with a loop will save you money in the long run, when you do a flip if one rolls to a spot then just like you have done poof you smoke it, also a nylon brush and some iso to clean up the flux is good practice.
Story of my life about 2 weeks ago. Had multiple issues after issues. I had 7 drones down and could not get one going. Took a few days off now all are working and flying great!!
:) I don't think anyone can quit fpv! It's not a hobby - it's the way of living. Flying for fun makes you a better commercial pilot. Each quad is unique - one attracts great shots, another attracts bad weather and crashes each flight. Make a pause, feel the inpiration. Get hungry for the fpv! :)
I've had those days before. I try to always have at least 2 quads with me because you never know whats going to happen in this crazy hobby...I'm curious what smoked on the rush stack? Hope u get it all worked out ...happy flying
I think a straggler wire strand flew around and landed on it, I flew at home and it was fine. I looked at the board and it was super small smoke but enough to kill it
I feel your pain, I'm just getting into FPV from GPS drones, just brought the Iflight Nazgul Evoque F5D, setup my TX and got everything working apart from GPS rescue. I still have so much to learn on BetaFlight, finding it hard to navigate my way round BetaFlight. Got to get some stick time in Lift off sim then get out there and fly. Been flying GPS drones for a while now but FPV fast drones are completely different. Anyway hope you don't give up FPV definitely has its ups an downs lol 🤣🤣 Good luck, don't give up, it's ok to take a break as long as the passion for FPV is still there.
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Great video good for everyone to know there not the only ones who go through these difficulties, you had any problems with the rush stacks previously I'm building another 5 inch there seems to still be a electronics shortage.
'Success is sometimes a result of a whole series of failures.' Vincent Van Gogh
@@shadowofchaos8932 okay a Churchill quote, a ladie said to Churchill "if you were my husband I'd poison your tea" Churchill replied " mam if you were my wife I'd gladly drink it" haha 😄
If there’s one thing I’ve learned flying Fpv it’s that you will always hit your low point before your high point! It’ll come :)
Such a great quote put that on a shirt
So, in a bando powerloop I'll scrape the ground then smack the roof?.. 😐 Likely lol
Well put💯👊👊😎🙌
@@truefpvblood158 yeah that's the only option. I kicked it up q notch and ordered the QAV PRO and a lumineere diy build so I can get learning but keep getting better flying. I learn super quickly I have no problems doing lines and shit it's just I need to keep studying and learn how to build not just fly good.
The dip before the rip.
Out of all my time here in FPV I’ve definitely reached lows and felt like giving up. Having a community to back me and pick me back up really helped me get the the point I’m at today. You got this 💯
Retired my first 5 inch quad a few days ago for a bunch of the same reasons, was feeling down about the hobby but this video is exactly what I needed. Thx for being a real one Aleesha 🙌🏼
Stick with it girl. Take breaks but don’t quit. Vanover is speaking the truth down there a few comments
We’ve all gone through the same frustrations , just smile and call it a right of passage to becoming a badass pilot !!!! Trust me it’s all worth it
You're really kicking major butt out there and I was so happy I found your channel the other day; I am just getting into this hobby myself. I'm sorry you're having a crap couple of days. It'll turn around soon - you got this.
I’m glad you like the content!
We’ve all been there in this hobby…I just blew my 4th aio in my babyape, still not sure what happened to it. You did the best thing walking away from it to reset. Sometimes it just takes some perspective on the situation.
Happy flying!
Definitely know that feeling. You are putting out great content and your flying skills are awesome. I hope things pick up for you in the future. Loved your interview on the Onigiri & Co pod!
Thank you!! The girls are amazing to chat with.
we all have been there. Don't worry, it's part of the hobby. You're doing great with the flying and vloging. Keep it up.
Enjoy the break. Looking forward to seeing you fly some more fpv soon! Great videos by the way. Always very informative for real.
Thanks, will do!
@@AleeshaFPV you're welcome
So many of us have been there in FPV and so many support you, great video. keep building keep flying
Welcome to FPV. Keep moving forward. Thanks for the video!
Because of you, I finally grabbed my solder and got TBS. I was running away from that job for months now. So thank you, and keep inspiring others!
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Watched this while building my first fpv drone then finished and went to go test it and it went up in flames. I'll get the hang of this learning curve soon. Enjoyed the video.
Oh god lmaooo
Subscribed for your authenticity. Great job and chin up!! No matter what this will always be thr best video your ever made. Remember that.
Geez you definitely had a bad day.. I know the feeling, hopefully you'll sort it out 👍
To many days of insta flips and broken you name its. Im happy to see the dedication through all the troubles. Hang in there, it will get better.
Watched this video while charging for a flight at the job site. Flew one pack for some tuning, and a second for an adventure. Attempted flying into a grain bin this being constructed, forgot about guide wires, tried to exit, and crashed. Bad thing is turtle mode to save the steps, fried all four motors.
Sorry to hear about all your frustrations 😔 I have been there and yes the best thing to do sometimes is walk away for a bit cool down and come back with a level head and solve the issues. I hope you never quit because you are awesome and a amazing pilot with so much more ahead of you. Sending hugs 👍🤟 I smashed that like button also 👍🔥
appreciate you!
When something breaks you need to say to yourself, this is FPV! Can be the most amazing thing and also something that is not for everyone, so keep going your videos are good stuff 🤘
Thank you 🙏
I had something break yesterday and it's a simple fix but that's what backups are for. I'm only a few months in and I went right to flying with #rotorriot rtf builds while I also build one and try to start my channel stevefpv check it out! I'm super down about the simple thing I need to solder just nervous about making it worse yaknow.
I think we have all been there. There is a lot to learn for sure. It just means you are pushing yourself to improve. Stay awesome!
Thank you!
You're right. When things go wrong, and they will, sometimes the "pile" just seems insurmountable. And then just when you think you got it all under control, something else happens. Do you know what we call that? I don't know about everybody else but I call it "life". Please remember this: eventually you DO get it all back in control. You DO start to remember why you do what you do. And the fun comes back into your soul and you realize, it's all worth it. They say Thomas Edison failed over 1,000 times trying to invent the lightbulb. Eventually he succeeded and I'm sure glad he did. Succeed Aleesha. You're a winner and we all know it.
I just watched a documentary about how the invention of the light bulb helped lead to quantum theory because the light from a bulb didn't change color the way they expected when given more power. And that quantum theory was critical in developing computer chips. So if Edison had given up, its possible we wouldn't have computers, or at least it could have taken years longer to begin down the paths that lead to them. Its funny how the positivity and effort you put into the world can have results you would never expect and may never even know.
Keep your chin up! You got this! There's gonna be days where nothing wants to work and hopefully the days that everything works great and you're enjoying flying outnumber the crappy non-working days. Just a bump in the road.
Thank you!
I've blown up more expensive electronics in my life than I can count but rushing things always results in the worst cases. You have it right though, take a break and don't think about fpv for a week, it will help
Just completed my first build last week. Set it up. Hover tested at home. Updated everything. I was so ready for my first HD flight. Got it to the field. Plugged it in ESC smokes instantly. 🤦🏻♂️ ahhh well new speedy bee stack coming in today and lots of snow in the forcast.
literally my life lol
Success never come without pain, really you have a good technical background and flying skills , don’t give up girl !😊
Hi Aleesha , no worries is not the end of life! Is just a drone. Don't quit or if you quit that will also be OK. Life's too short to be bothered by anything different from your loved ones the rest is just the way we spend time. I'm an fpv pilot too I had to drop my drone on the seaside three weeks ago.... just time and money to rebuild but I went for a beer with my wife which is far more important!! Best
Hang in there, Aleesha. Many epic rips are ahead of you!
Heck ya
Aleesha you are amazing even on the bad days! You'll get there! Rooting for you!
appreciate that man
Yes girl Nice job good flying smashed it mate 👍
You did the right thing girl, walk away and regroup. You will be surprised how it will go a lot smoother once you do. Fix one issue at a time.
Yeah, been here... Positive note, we ❤️ you for your dedication & hard work! 😉😁😘
I found flying whoops revived my love of FPV, cheap and fun and easy to build. Though I've never bothered with HD filming I just fly to enjoy the moments and nothing else.
i'd broke 3 fc, a doze motors, 3 vtx, 4 camera, and lost 1 drone. but i'm happy with this hobby, it teach me problem solving.
I like that about our hobby. You learn out of every experience, good or bad. Overcoming and persevering. I almost love building as much as I love flying. Keep at it!
Awww! Aleesha I feel ya girl. I’ve been there. It sucks but keep at it . You’ll get it up again I’m sure👊🏻👊🏻
Throwback one night when I couldn't figure out why my KISS ESCs were dying one after the other as I was soldering them on my FC. I killed 2 FCs and 5 ESCs in one night just because one of my PDBs was faulty and it was only killing some components, that then, were killing components.
Worst night (and day) of my FPV life. Focus on the positive! There will be many more amazing days in your future for sure!
id be so upset!
I feel your pain. There has been times when these amazing drones do stupid things like smoke or just stop working or something acts up and you’re like “why the frog won’t you work???” It’s almost like 50/50 bench work vs actual flying.
When I just hate my drones, I go play Shadows of Mordor and reign terror on the orcs messing with the innocent lives of those of Middle Earth.
Also just walking is great, especially in Canada where we have some great nature. Bring a camera for a different kind of “zen”.
breath...easy...take it easy ...you came so far ..and you are ripping that quad so nice...see you soon with your next video ..heads up!
I also feel like hanging up the goggles and radio. Between my full time job and trying to keep my family afloat living in this insane economy is tuff. But then I remember what fpv does for my mental state. Got to keep pushing! We are here to support ya!
definitely!
Nice flying. Please dont give up on the hobby. These things happen. Although 3 times in a row is weird. Dont let it bring you down.
Thanks for your honest video. I'm new to this hobby and I feel like you do today a lot. Just a couple of hours ago I drove 30 minutes to fly and very first thing I smoked a motor. No equipment to fix it in the field yet, so back home grrr. Over and over. Most youtubers make everything look so great it seems unattainable. That someone like you also has this experience is actually encouraging to me. Now I think I can fight another day:) Not that I'm not sorry for all your woes!
I’m glad I can be related too, makes me feel less like trash when it happens lol
take that breather girl. it makes all the difference in the world. you will figure it out later. we always figure it out eventually..lol.. good luck!! hopefully you got some other builds to fly.
You got this, we all have shitty days, you’re facing yours head on like a champ, don’t let it win.
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Kudos for actually filming your struggles. I've been in the same boat starting with destroying a quad and it's been nothing but bad luck ever since. Hoping for better luck... for the both of us!
I feel you, this quad used to be such a treat 😮💨
if you never have days like these...you don't fly fpv. every action has its equal opposite so ride the waves and smash through the troughs, Cant get those highs without the lows and the lows make those highs ever sweeter and only serve to strengthen and gain us experience, knowledge and a little insight into ourselves. ive bashed it, crashed it, poked it, smoked it and thrown it across the room! days like these are your right of passage. enjoy your next rip!!🤟🤟
"That does not smell right" Been there sister. Happy flying . Keep flying. Agony and ecstasy. 👊 I crashed Cinelog 35 into river while trying to loop a bridge, badly. Salvaged the quad,. disassembled it and cleaned it up and it all was working fine. Battery included
You're so awesome. I'm glad that I found your channel :-) yeah honestly I've taken a couple six a month or too long. It's really the best thing to do just chill when you come back to it at least you'll be excited to mess with it instead of frustrated it's not working.
i once went out to the field to make a video. smacked the ground powerlooping a swingset ripping off my crsf antenna, kept flying to do the video, failsafed broke 2 motors went home to put 2 spare motors on and caused a solder bridge by accident while soldering the motors so when i plugged in it fried my new fettec esc... so yeah that moment when you plugged in reminded me of that day.. stay strong. gotta love this hobby tho!
Theres no shame in taking a break. With all the stuff we have to manage to keep these things flying, it's good to take some time off. Keeps burnout at bay too!
Good to see there are others out there like me, filled with bad luck
well I hope we both can get rid of said bad luck!
We've all been there anyone that says they haven't are lying. Sometimes it does help to take a breather, hit the pause button and start over fresh when the frustration level has subsided.
By the looks of it you are definitely over the hump you are far past the point of quitting and be proud of yourself because I would bet at least 80% of people that start this hobby never make it this far so you are the few the rare that have the gift to succeed in a hobby that has no set rules there's no absolute way to do anything in this hobby its almost 90% just winging it!
I haven't seen you before but I'm subscribed and watching now and can't wait to see your next video where you over come this issue!
Good luck , God speed and Send It!
Yeah, we all hate this hobby from time 2 time. I also broke a lot of quads this summer... But it's still one of the best hobbies on planet! Keep ripping! 👌💯
This hobby drives me mental so often too. Had very similar issues to what you were having except on my long-range rig. Drove 12.5 hours to go to northern BC to fly and the thing stopped working even though it was tested at home. I fixed it while out there and drove back to the spot 2 hours away and it didn't work again. I swear it happened 4 or 5 times before that trip too.
Luckily I got it flying and on the drive home from that trip I was able to get a couple of long-range packs in that made all the pain worth it. I learned that through the hardships it makes the good times even sweeter! I have benched FPV for a week or 2 at a time though to help me learn to love it again and there is no shame in that.
I'll hit you up next time I'm up in your neck of the woods for a casual day of perfect flying (0 crashes! 0 issues! I believe it!).
From the outside looking in, just wanted to say, it seems you're new to the hobby. You have to give yourself time to Breathe! I come from a electronic/computer engineering background and have a passion for troubleshooting.
You have to have PASSION for this FPV thing, if you don't, you won't last in it.
I recommend studying basic electronics, soldering, and logical troubleshooting to help. I have a quadcopter knowledge base on my channel, old videos and new . All assisted me in flying building and repairing kwads. Don't give up on your passions whatever they may be! Sending Love from Dallas, Texas
the about section has some good info on how new I am lol
but yes you're correct. fairly new. I do however know how to build quite well I've built like 10+ drones at this point.
keep at it! never stop. any niche hobby like FPV requires patience and dedication. you will build and crash and repair and then crash again - until your experience reaches a level where it's all like breathing and you just keep getting better. but yes, there will be times when everything is against you. I've had bad luck with weather and broken components all summer (the Tallinn TV tower is officially my nemesis, LOL). it's part of the game. I think it's cool that you visibly give a shit about what you're doing, and aren't afraid of sharing that with your audience. it takes guts to make honest content like that, instead of only ever showing the good moments. we all have bad ones. respect!
you bet! thanks for the kind words!
Don't be too hard on yourself mate or put too much pressure on yourself. We are all just here to have fun! With the ESC thing I recently had a quad do the same thing, just stopped working on #2 esc as well and it simply turned out to be the multicable had come out just a little bit on one side of the fc so always double check or replace this cable before you do a whole rebuild. You just never know, sometimes its the most stupid/easiest thing! 🙂🤙
Better days ahead, you got this!
Don't let it get you down Aleesha! What I saw from you was determination! FPV quads are like Humpty Dumpty, you gotta put em back together once in a while! You're not alone, I think everyone in FPV has busted a quad or 2 or 7.
All will be fine. It's FPV. sadly shits going to go south sometimes lol . Sending positive vibes. Subbed💪
thanks friend!
always hit a low b4 you hit a high. it will come around. we all get frustrated with fpv but that is half the battle. you got this
Thanks for the realness and transparency you always provide. I'm sorry your week has been hectic to say the least. I hope it gets better sooner rather than later. My win for the week is getting my downstairs bathroom remodeled (DIY) and my downstairs as a whole revamped. Only able to make this happen with my loving, supportive wife and our 5 kids!
I feel your pain. A lot of pain for the gain. Keep doin' you.
Now I gotta be the best
I been feeling the same. Im 64 years old been at it a few years. Weather has been terrible. Just have not been feeling it lately. I need to just go out and break something. Keep going with the flying.
I know how you feel. I'm having the same problems. Sometimes I'm flying high, then I crash, make repairs and the drone gives me grief. I'm not very good at this, but I love to fly.
You are amazing. Keep on Keeping on.
I once took 6mos off due to fatigue and frustration with the hobby. I don’t suggest taking that much time, especially because of how well you’re channel is doing. However, a few days or week, or more is necessary sometimes. Speak of the devil…I’m doing it myself now!🦄😉 Stick with it! FPV is a fantastic hobby. You got this!
Channel doing too well to quit 😮💨
I feel you so hard on this. In the past two weeks I killed 2 FCs, two motors, had my new AG01s nabbed by a porch pirate, had a DOA FC, and wasted half a sheet of CF trying to cut out a custom frame. Then I go to fly yesterday and I get out to the field to realize I forgot my battery bag. Go home, get my batteries, go back out to the field and no battery strap. Go home, get my battery straps and put them in my new bag, go out to the field, and for some reason the Crossfire receiver is unbound... At least the flights were good when I finally did get to fly.
I've been out of FPV for about a year now, JUST built my first quad in over a year last night and can't wait to fly today. I got big into saltwater kayak fishing and man, that is a time suck. Everytime I'm on the water Im always thinking of ways to incorporate FPV into some of the beautiful areas I fish. I've never posted videos on RUclips...and that will change this year
I’ve been involved with R/C for over 30 years. I always come and go with it I haven’t flown in like a year until the other day. I literally spent 10 hours now rebuilding a few of mine because they just didn’t work right , updates etc. it’s can be very frustrating! But I always come back. !
its an addiction for sure lol
Sorry to hear about your frustrations. I'm going through it as well. I fried two FC in 10 seconds from dumb mistakes. Then A brand new ESC that isn't working right and a brand new FC that making weird noises. All in this week and my motivation has plummeted. So we are in it together
Frig it sucks 😮💨
Hey my dear, I used to enjoy cooking but that was before I became a chef. I hope that makes sense 💜✌ happy flying
I call em haunted frames. It doesnt matter what electronics you put in there. Everything smokes. Keep ripping girl!
what i learned is that, sometimes you need a break from the hobby and then everthing will be fine. im taking my 2end break at the moment caus i have a loooot of work at the moment. happy flying
I’m currently busy with my business too so when I miss fly time I get sad haha
@@AleeshaFPV im sad to but im allready planing new trips and now i got new personal and maybe if everything goes to plan, i can take 2 weeks of. thats going to be awsome. what i do to compensate is flying in liftoff and trying out new stuff where i dont have to worry about anything. its kinda my happy place ;-P
DON'T GIVE UP
I gave up playing guitar about 10 years ago, and these days it really bothers me often when I hear music. Like to the point where I tear up and have to choke it back. I have my guitar and stuff, but I'm 10 years behind where I should be and lost a lot of the skills I learned in the 15 years that I'd been playing. It doesn't bring the same joy I remember, and is incredibly frustrating at times.
If you give it up, you'll have a hard time forgiving yourself. It might be a conversation years down the road that brings it out and that's when it'll really bother you. These frustrations are going to be funny memories in a little while, but giving up will be a haunting memory eventually.
You got this, DON'T GIVE UP
You’re right
Man, I've been there, I feel you so much. I taught I was the only one. I've had vtx issue, that cost be months, multiple burned brand new electronics, a lost a whole quad. But still going at it.
I always let people know that’s a big part of the hobby. Sometimes you’re fixing as much as flying especially the guys that push themselves hard. Keep your head up 👍🏼 I’ve been keeping mine up since 2018 and still no subs 🤣
You got this 💪🏻💪🏻
Breaks from FPV is great, had a break from FPV scince 2018 and i broke my quad back than and never fixed it. so here i am with the same problem
I hit my low point near the end of covid. Took a few months off. Had no camera. Got a new camera and I been pushing hard! It's been great after taking a step back!
Heyy I know you (as a youtuber) for some time and this video just caught my eye! Seems like I'm not the only one having a hard time in FPV. Let's take some time and get back with a new power !!! 🔥🔥🔥
Watched your video after seeing this comment! Sometimes we just need to disconnect to realize how much we love the stupid hobby! haha
Shorts. I've had 2 shorted ESCs shipped to me. But it's easy to test if it's an Esc or motor. You can always repair a 4in1 with an individual esc.
Breaking stuff has kept me grounded for the last 8 months. Finally back in the air again and its a great feeling!
Great to hear!
Even on the worst days love it's the Ripping that for a few moments we are truely free playing with gravity like little birds with jet engines. I could break all my quads lose them get them stolen and still pick myself back up to fly and share my passion with those around me.
I enjoy watching your journey struggles and smile just remember we can do what so many will never experience in a lifetime and that my friend is priceless. Hope this helps.
I got my CDL about a year ago and travel all over the country sometimes I get to Surf Ridges in the Mohave or Dive Canyons in the Desert other im lucky to get a decent rest area but every single day it's the only thing I look forward to besides watching the few people I subscribe to . . .
And one of them is YOU 🙂
Thank you so much
There’s no crying in FPV. Hang in there, you will get this all sorted out when your not rushed.
Keep pushing !!!
get yourself a 30x jewelers loop and check your work after any soldering, tiny solder balls spit across the board with the heat and sometimes land in a spot bridging 2 legs on a chip for example, checking for solder balls with a loop will save you money in the long run, when you do a flip if one rolls to a spot then just like you have done poof you smoke it, also a nylon brush and some iso to clean up the flux is good practice.
i do clean the flux and such, often use compressed air to get rid off anything hanging around
Not all days the same, never give up
Story of my life about 2 weeks ago. Had multiple issues after issues. I had 7 drones down and could not get one going. Took a few days off now all are working and flying great!!
That’s what I’m gonna do! New guts on the way just wish it didn’t make my bank account squeak hahaha
We've all been there. Chin up!
Been there... Done that... Taking a break really helps
I’ve been there, reasons why I bought a bnf backup. Even still sometimes things still break.
In a few days it might all come together. 💪🏻
:) I don't think anyone can quit fpv! It's not a hobby - it's the way of living. Flying for fun makes you a better commercial pilot. Each quad is unique - one attracts great shots, another attracts bad weather and crashes each flight. Make a pause, feel the inpiration. Get hungry for the fpv! :)
I hope you find your equilibrium with the hobby again, I know how ya feel I just quit a 15 year hobby for this one. Good luck!!!!
What did you do prior to fpv??
@@AleeshaFPV sport sniper and nitro heli still do a small bit of plinking but not much these days. Id rather be flying
I've had those days before. I try to always have at least 2 quads with me because you never know whats going to happen in this crazy hobby...I'm curious what smoked on the rush stack? Hope u get it all worked out ...happy flying
I think a straggler wire strand flew around and landed on it, I flew at home and it was fine. I looked at the board and it was super small smoke but enough to kill it
I feel your pain, I'm just getting into FPV from GPS drones, just brought the Iflight Nazgul Evoque F5D, setup my TX and got everything working apart from GPS rescue. I still have so much to learn on BetaFlight, finding it hard to navigate my way round BetaFlight. Got to get some stick time in Lift off sim then get out there and fly. Been flying GPS drones for a while now but FPV fast drones are completely different. Anyway hope you don't give up FPV definitely has its ups an downs lol 🤣🤣 Good luck, don't give up, it's ok to take a break as long as the passion for FPV is still there.
I feel your pain...I've had a few of those days myself. Everything works in test flight at home. In the field, nothing working. Argh!!!!!
ahh the familiar pressure of the battles... good luck.
This was me 2 weeks ago, and still on my break from fpv. You have a great channel with nice content.
With the hobbies Im in to, I've noticed that there will be times where you reach a low point and feel like giving up.
Yes this hobby is time consuming. You are honest person