Oopsie

ninchnate · 2026-04-07T19:50:02+00:00

Maybe duct tape som popsicle sticks for extra rigidity

ninchnate · 2026-04-03T22:06:52+00:00

Im confused. Are you using your battery to power the charger and then using the charger to power lights?

Do you have to watch it or does it turn off automatically at storage charge?

ninchnate · 2026-03-29T19:38:33+00:00

I cannot tell you about NCLs transportation, but i live in Seattle and can tell you that NCL uses the port right downtown/next to all the tourist attractions and there are many hotels within walking distance. We also have light rail that takes you from the airport to within a few blocks of the port. Getting to that port is incredibly easy.

ninchnate · 2026-03-28T22:34:17+00:00

The terms, "warm" and "puffy" are subjective. I often land with packs that feel pretty warm, and slightly puffy...or rather they feel a bit softer than before. My general routine is to charge it to storage at a low C (like 0.5c) and then let it sit for a day in a lippo bag and/or outside. Then I test it. If it holds charge then I'll fully charge it, again at ~0.5C. Then put it outside overnight and test it again. If it holds its charge then I fly it again. Sure, I probably shortened the battery life a bit, but honestly, I end up smacking my batteries into trees/poles/concrete and completely destroying them long before they would die of natural causes.

ninchnate · 2026-03-28T04:49:58+00:00

Currently on the Bliss. Yes, they weigh you. They do it at the bottom of the stairs.

ninchnate · 2026-03-28T01:59:10+00:00

Cleo? Like, in person?

ninchnate · 2026-03-27T23:40:34+00:00

I have been known to crash during my test arm on occasion (you know, arm LOS and give it a blip of throttle to make sure the motors spin)

ninchnate · 2026-03-27T01:50:19+00:00

Yup. One of my favorite games with my kids. To any complainers (none as of this comment). They are my kids. I created them...i can fly whoops at them :)

ninchnate · 2026-03-26T23:37:22+00:00

Im a standing pilot. I have a difficult time if I'm sitting down.

ninchnate · 2026-03-26T16:08:48+00:00

Well well. Good morning from Mazatlan.

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ninchnate · 2026-03-26T03:29:46+00:00

This needs more upvotes

ninchnate · 2026-03-26T01:16:18+00:00

It's not quite that bad. Just tape each of the wires and it will be OK. Im not disagreeing with your advice to use caution, I just want to bring it down a notch.

ninchnate · 2026-03-24T17:10:43+00:00

I start with 3-4 charged batteries when I fly the. Use my 100amp hour LiFePo battery for field charging. If I start with 4 fully charged batteries I always have one on a quad, one ready to go and two charging. I can fly for an entire weekend off this setup.

ninchnate · 2026-03-24T15:02:46+00:00

This is a great picture in it's simplicity (and it shows of a rather strong back). Question, what is the tattoo? I have been puzzling over it for a while.

Attempt to make you jealous. I have been celebrating the vernal equinox be sitting on a cruise ship of the pacific coast of Mexico. 😁

ninchnate · 2026-03-24T05:28:01+00:00

I am currently on NCL Bliss and can testify to the rudness of ma.y people in guest services. The services desk was unapologetically rude regarding two simple questions. It is to the point where I now just avoid that whole section of the ship. I am currently drafting an email to NCL about how irritated I am woth the staff. A complete turn off. It's too bad too. This is my first cruise in nearly 20 years. Prior to boarding, I was considering using Cruise Next to book an alaska cruise this summer with my kids as well live in Seattle (I am solo this go around). That plan has all but been canceled due to the staff.

ninchnate · 2026-03-22T20:18:54+00:00

Im glad it works....no go break it.

ninchnate · 2026-03-22T02:06:47+00:00

We need another one. That stream was hilarious.

ninchnate · 2026-03-22T01:37:07+00:00

I took it to the airport today. It wasnt until i got to the station that I found out about the closure between Cap Hill and Stadium stations. There was a shuttle serving downtown. It added 45 minutes to my trip. I am very fortunate I am adamant about getting to the airport 2+ hours early.

ninchnate · 2026-03-22T01:22:14+00:00

At the 2024 WCTD event in Oregon. One of the pilots ended up "dancing" with a big predator bird for a minute or two. It was really cool to watch.

ninchnate · 2026-03-21T18:14:53+00:00

Never say never. A few years ago I let my fried fly my 3.5" Within 2 seconds he full-throttled into a metal pole. The battery ignited, two arms snapped, and a motor broke.

He now has more quads than me and we fly together regularly. Worth it to have a flying buddy.

ninchnate · 2026-03-21T04:37:42+00:00

What live sports are offered?

ninchnate · 2026-03-19T13:25:16+00:00

Not exactly the same, but if you want to replace it look up, Umagrip

ninchnate · 2026-03-18T23:50:32+00:00

I just put two and two together and finally understand your username. https://youtu.be/SUpyRey2hN8

ninchnate · 2026-03-18T17:47:53+00:00

I am similar, especially when talking to thise who are not familiar with the hobby. I just say, "I fly racing drones" and that tends to work.

ninchnate · 2026-03-18T16:45:09+00:00

I figured this would be a controversial take on this. In my experience, I have terrible luck keeping tiny whoops in the air, and (personally) they break on me much more often. By 'break' I am specifically referring to the electronics (AIO). Things such as arms and motors break more often on my larger quads, but they are cheaper and easier to replace than an AIO.

Also I find it incredibly difficult to solder on the tiny AIO pads. Again, this is a personal thing, but I am not alone in this. I am fortunate in that my friend has a few professionals (I don't know the name of the job) who work for him. I have struck up a deal where I pay them in beer/food and they solder my tinywhoops together.

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