DJI Mini 2 - Flying in FREEZING Temperatures

[@arnoldhampton8366]

Stunning Indeed! The mini 2 captures good quality videos!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Yes, yes it does.

[@johnfowler4265]

Feels like heaven! Amazing scenery from an amazing drone!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You, yes it seems a little heavenly out there ❄️

[@dimitrislb3518]

Dear Phillip you are the reason for making me buy the DJI MiNi 2!!! Your videos inspired me!!!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! I do what I can to inspire others, keep on flying 🔥

[@willproduction2138]

I live in Buffalo, about 20 min from Canada. We just got 18 inches of lake snow and the mini 2 did amazing in it. 15 minutes of flying in 20 mph wind whipped snow and nothing was wet. Love the vids!

[@PhillipSkraba]

I know Buffalo, right next to the border, I once thought it would be a good idea to invest in property there, fix up houses and sell them, but that never happened, so I moved to Poland 😂 Thank You, that sounds awesome, I bet it's stunning out there too!

[@willproduction2138]

@@PhillipSkraba 😂 yeah I had to take my drone up before heading to work. We got another 6 inches last night. Beautiful film this morning. These cold weather tips are so useful to me!!

[@PhillipSkraba]

I can imagine, it's a great time of the year!

[@samstadtlander4746]

Bro! You consistently go to the most surreal places to get these shots. I am so jealous of you. I live in the city with no beautiful nature. Spectacular shots Philip! Keep it up! The quality of your content has been improving so fast. I cannot wait to see more stuff from you soon. Cheers!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You Sam! I live in the middle of Lodz, you can't actually get more in the middle than I am, and I love getting away, seeing nature and filming, it's my passion. I'll keep on dropping new work, I really dig the support 🔥

[@frederichoedt2506]

Which filters did you use most of the time in those snowy, icy conditions Phillip ?

[@PhillipSkraba]

During the day Freewell ND16 all the time, it was sunny cloudy so that worked perfectly.

[@MaineElite]

Absolutely stunning Phillip. Just brilliant 👏

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You Brandon!

[@jstmo95]

You absolutely got the shot Phillip. Simply stunning images. I am so jealous that you live so close to such beauty. Great work and thank you for sharing your tips.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! It wasn't that close, 12 hours on pretty hardcore roads, but it was well worth it. I wish I lived closer as it's absolutely stunning out there, but very secluded.

[@71sneeuwuil]

That shot when it came out of the fog, amazing. Breath taking, lost for words. Loved it! I'm amazed you find the shots every time, how many hours of film do you make to find the ONE shot? Thank you for taking all the risks flying in these temps so we know what's possible or not.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You Marco! I'm so happy when someone likes me work! For those shots in the fog in that sequence I flew 1 battery, after 15 minutes my hands were completely blue and I couldn't feel my fingers. As long as you keep your battery warm, you should be fine, but always be careful!

[@Tokyo_Views]

OMG I love the opening shot. Look at those colors! Commenting as I'm watching and boy that's amazing!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! It was hard to get my thumbs working but it was worth it.

[@sanketnawle]

This gives me so much confidence to fly my mini 3 pro in cold conditions!

[@PhillipSkraba]

It has absolutely no problems 👌🏻

[@sanketnawle]

@@PhillipSkraba I tried to fly my drone first time from my balcony. it couldn't handle the Toronto wind! I had to crash-land it on my neighbor's balcony lol!

[@PhillipSkraba]

@@sanketnawle lol! I’ve done a few balcony crashes myself! It’s a little stressful!

[@sanketnawle]

@@PhillipSkraba what's more stressful was to realize that my neighbours are a bunch of drug addicts 🤣

[@PhillipSkraba]

@@sanketnawle lol, well, that happens.

[@bexmiro774]

“It’s all about getting out” ___________________________________ Thank you for teaching that smooth old school touch of frames!! I’m really in love with Mini2 it’s a Masterpiece from Dji!! _________________________________ Much love from Albania 🇦🇱❤️🇦🇱

[@PhillipSkraba]

You're welcome! Right back at you from Poland!

[@romancarrol1843]

A confession. I don't have a drone. Yet I'm mesmerized by the footage you've taken with the Mini 2. And beyond that, it's really inspiring to see such creativity, initiative, humour, and generosity of experiences shared with the camera. Your channel is an example of individual content creation par excellence. And then there is something so soothing, so hypnotic about your Mini 2 videos! I must have been though them all in the last days. It's other-worldy. Now I only have to take a breath, think the words 'DJI Mini 2' (in a radio announcer's voice), and find myself entering a trance-like state of 'calm' (whispered). Thank you, and all the best with the channel.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You for that comment Roman, that really means a lot to me. I enjoy what I do on my channel, especially some of my Mini 2 videos. I feel best when I'm creating, when I'm making a film that's worth watching, that evokes some kind of emotions from the viewer. I'm glad you like my work, that makes my day!

[@romancarrol1843]

Thanks for your message@@PhillipSkraba. It was very good of you to answer when you get so many messages. The enthusiasm in your videos is palpable and infectious. There's a saying amongst authors: "Easy writing makes hard reading, and hard writing makes easy reading." In other words a hell of a lot of editing and re-writing behind the scenes can make a book effortless for readers to consume. I imagine it is the same with video editing/lighting etc. Anyway kudos for all that hidden attention to detail. Thanks again for the inspiration and all the best to you.

[@WorldwideSpotlight]

Great Video found this video because I wanted to fly my Mavic Mini 1 in - 15 degrees & it still works 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💪🏿 💪🏿💪🏿 💪🏿💪🏿 💪🏿💪🏿 💪🏿

[@PhillipSkraba]

Keep the battery warm before you fly and you should be fine, be aware of any warnings the drone gives you.

[@phantomjosh2148]

Hey verified person

[@deadbush134]

@@PhillipSkraba how do u keep your battery warm?

[@CleoCoal]

The frozen fog footage was beautifully made. Totally beautiful.

[@PhillipSkraba]

It was a little freaky at time, but it paid off. Thanks!

[@AlexSurveyor]

Yeah! Great footage!! I live in Russia, and I fly on the "first mavic MINI". -25 in winter, +40 in summer. It flies well in extreme temperatures!)

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! That's good to know I can push it -5 Celsius more!!

[@jacek1032]

Po prostu WOW za całość. Jestem pod wrażeniem.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Bardzo dziekuje!

[@LODOG419]

You are the man with those shots. One of the best channels on you tube.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! I try my best 🔥

[@marino3780]

you are great. simple and lots of info! And its nice to listen to you...you dont get bored or anoyed with sth. You are one of rare videos I dont skip...

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! I'm really glad you enjoy my work Marino!

[@marino3780]

@@PhillipSkraba I do. I ve been into photography for about ten years, nothing pro, just for me. I am a mountaineer so i spend a lot of times in mountains at some of the most beautifull scenery (no kidding) in world (Croatia, Slovenian Alps...) where there is so much to shoot and make memory of...I am planing to buy Mini 2+nd filters and enjoy and try to integrate all of my photo knowledge to this little fun thing that can do amazing things. Al the best with channel! :-)

[@fredmunson8952]

Absolutely breath taking this is Phillip.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You Fred!

[@stevencarey5407]

My drone flying typically drops off significantly in the winter months but now you’ve inspired me to go white. I can’t believe I’m actually hoping for the next snow storm here in New England. Really like your presentation style, you’d make a good late night TV host.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You Steven! Yes, it's worth getting it out all year round, winter especially is magical from above. Not sure about tv host, my radio voice only works well when I'm not looking into the camera 😂

[@stevencarey5407]

@@PhillipSkraba Don’t sell yourself short!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thanks Steven!

[@magnusbarrett9111]

Maybe because the Mini 2 is a lot cheaper that's why you're more comfortable wrecking it! :) Hope your drone's AOKAY

[@PhillipSkraba]

Oh yes! That no doubt makes a huge difference mentally! It still however cost me a lot of money, $600 for the combo kit is not something I'd be happy throwing away, that's also why I believe in buying DJI Care. It's not that I feel comfortable wrecking it, I have a different mindset, I see it as a tool to get the job done, not something that should be cuddled and polished. I bought it to serve me as a tool, I need it to get the shot, that's all.

[@cassijoanna]

I've been capturing cinematic snow footage with my mavic air 2 lately here in Maine. I've not flown while snowing yet though. Took it out the other evening to capture the sun set when it was about 10 degrees probably colder with windshield and it did amazing! I love how the mavic air 2 does so well in wind it one of the reasons I bought the this model over the smaller one which I actually owned for 3 months before selling.

[@DRAGON.13]

beautiful footage, I love my MINI 2 the best little beast ever. Peace from London

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Yes, I love it too!

[@Ronbcar86]

@@PhillipSkraba Awesome footage,could you tell us what you use to edit all this with

[@PhillipSkraba]

@@Ronbcar86 Sure, Final Cut Pro X

[@danickleduc1471]

Wow !! The frozen fog footage is just GORGEOUS !!!! Totaly worth the risk

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You, yes totally worth it!

[@mboutdoors_uk]

This is absolutely ridiculous!!! The quality of that footage from a £500 drone is just insane. I’m under no illusions that mine will look like that just yet 😂 But at least I know it’s capable when I get proficient. Brilliant stuff Phillip 👏🏼

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Yes, this little guy can really pull off some incredible shots, I didn’t take the Mavic 2 Pro out once!

[@lugolico]

Oh my god! Phillip, that intro 🔥... 👊

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thanks Luis!

[@marcink1026]

Epickie ujęcia niesamowite co to maleństwo potrafi nie mogę pozbierać sczeki z podłogi super 👍👍👍👍

[@PhillipSkraba]

Sam jestem pod wielkim wrazeniem, szcegolnie wysokie iso, no i ogolnie temperature. Dziekuje!

[@markkutamminen]

It's winter again 🥶 Thanks for good tips, Phillip! I've been practising some months with Mini 2 now. And there are a lot of new things to learn. So I will take some of those tips with me. I have been flying a couple of times in freezing temperatures. I learned, that I put everything ready in the car or in house. And if I'm able to do it I'm warming the drone by keeping the drone on a table or another flat surface and letting the motors run some minutes while still inside. I do this also after the flying to warm it again and to dry the humidity out. And in the bag I have some bags of "DO NOT EAT". Also a stylus is a good one to touch the phone screen if you do not want to carry a larger tablet with you - travelling light, you know. How does the foldable landing pad tolerate the -20? I mean, I once was taking pictures outside in -25 and had some flash bouncers for the flashes. When I folded them back flat, the plastic was broken. So your landing pad looks OK on the video, but did you use it in the freezeng cold winter?

[@danboucher3641]

Stunning shots with beautiful scenery. Thanks for the tips and stay warm and safe Phillip.

[@PhillipSkraba]

You’re welcome, thank You Dan!

[@TmArms89]

Philip, genius channel... Therapeutic Musik and "the voice" 😂 Pozdrowienia z Polski 👌

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You Tim! Pozdrowienia z Lodzi!

[@gto49us]

Haha!! I subbed your channel after asking my question on cold weather flying, so now I’m scrolling thru your list of videos… and found this! Absolutely stunning opening! 😍

[@ShazeAn]

Searched for dji mini 2 flying in subzero, got to see Swiss alps... so beautiful! I'll definitely try to fly in subzero from now on....

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! It's fun but could be a little stressful, be careful. Swiss Alps are stunning.

[@danielsmith8097]

Phillip: an idea for your exposed hands when flying in the cold. Buy a box of disposable latex gloves ( the type you would see in a doctor’s office). I prefer latex instead of vinyl, but you could try both. They are thin enough that you can still work the control panel on phone and feel the sticks, but they do help some. I also often wear them underneath a regular pair of gloves when simply outside on cold day. Hope it helps if you try it. Dan

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thanks Dan! I’ll give that a go! I have a box of them in my studio 🔥

[@thebikingphotographer3042]

@@PhillipSkraba Or Macwet gloves for photographers! Thicker, but not too thick and you can still operate the drone. Grtz Mattias

[@fredmunson8952]

I have the same landing gear as you do and love it. I also have motor covers for my Mini 2 and have had no problems.

[@PhillipSkraba]

I don't use motor covers, also no problems, landing gear comes in handy sometimes. I usually nowadays travel as light as possible.

[@TakeOffTime]

Phillip, just found ur channel, You made great points about MM2 that many other YT’ers have missed. Kudos to good content and delivery.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank you, there will be more coming 🔥

[@samueleide]

Just got my Mini 2 and your videos have been most helpful and inspirational. Looking forward for more! Cheers from Norway!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Oh you’ll love it! Would love to see Norway one day, all the best from Poland!

[@samueleide]

@@PhillipSkraba You should! Perhaps after things have gotten a bit more normal... In the meantime I'll practice getting good shots on my Mini 2 and make a few videos perhaps!

[@PhillipSkraba]

I will! Yes, hopefully soon. Keep on flying, the more you practice the quicker you'll feel at ease with it.

[@georgetrevis]

Hey, Man! Love the reviews. I live in Norway and I fly my DJI in -15 and the coldest temps. With no issues. I just warm the batteries in a warm pocket and fly within my limits.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Yes, keep the warm and it’ll be fine! We’re thinking of driving up to the Lofoten Islands to do some filming, it’s a 36hr drive from Poland though 🙈

[@georgetrevis]

@@PhillipSkraba drop me a message if you go this summer! It would be super cool to meet you!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Sure thing!

[@thereaper7682]

Just amazingly stunning winter ice ❄️😍

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You!

[@jameswilson4712]

Even though I live nowhere near snow, I enjoyed this content so much, was the best one yet, and I look forward to many more, thank you!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You James! I like the snow when I have the option to see it, right now outside it's slow and mush, all wet and nasty, not really a fan of that 😂

[@1000thomasto]

that frozen fog footage is stunning!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! It was fun to fly through too! The Mini 2 almost auto-landed in it a couple of times.

[@vyomps]

Flew in -10 here in Canada today :) Excellent performance from my Mini 2! Thanks for the tips and tricks!

[@PhillipSkraba]

As long as those batteries are warm is should be fine! You're welcome!

[@abdulalvi]

His drone looks iced and frozen, so ours can look clean 😂 love seeing how far you can push this little guy!! DJI needs to partner with you already

[@PhillipSkraba]

haha, thanks Abdul! Yes, I really pushed it on this trip, but it didn't even feel it.

[@rensocruz1866]

Greetings from New England. Even more great footage! I feel like traveling to the alps now. That place was absolutely beautiful.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Yes, this place was amazing, loved every minute of it. Greetings from Poland!

[@PyroClit]

HOLY GOD. THAT IS BEAUTIFUL!!! Can you make a video on what setting you have on those shots?

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Pretty simple. The beginning ISO 3200, the rest ISO 100. 25fps, 1/50th, 5600k.

[@PyroClit]

@@PhillipSkraba Thank you. Been planning to buy one and this video just made me order it. Been reluctant to buy because it is will be my first drone and its winter here. Ill suck it up and try it when it arrives. Kudos to your channel.

[@PhillipSkraba]

@@PyroClit You do that! Good purchase, it's really an excellent drone! The sky is the limit, just go out and fly, be careful, but go do it!

[@theblackcountrybandit1430]

@@PhillipSkraba hi what ND filter did you use , thanks

[@fabriciotomazi5046]

its content has a very high quality and mine helped a lot with my mini 2. Say hello to Brazil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Hi from Poland!

[@gjones7547]

"Fly through that fog at warp speed, but just be aware you can't see shit.." Great comments.. made me 🙂 I can't wait to head for the Welsh mountains and get some great footage on my mini 2. Fantastic Video mate.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank you Graham! Oh I'd love to go to the Welsh mountains or Scotland for some drone shots!! When all this over I'll fly home and take a drive up there!

[@alfbaldwin7144]

Absolutely stunning video! Such a beautiful region. Great share!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Yes, incredibly beautiful!

[@AdrianMateoDrones]

Wow great and amazing video my brother Phillip. Man that was awesome. Good stuff. Keep up m coming. You have a Big Fan and a Big Supporter here Sir. Thanks for all you do and please keep flying.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You Adrian, I really appreciate that. I love flying this thing 🥶

[@donegalrediscovered3309]

Landing gear is great as I have one that folds & can be kept drone even when drone folded .. Another tip I use with the Mini 2 is if you use dual lock Velcro on the top & on battery compartment you can use a strobe .. I put a Lume Cube strobe so on foggy or overcast days you can always spot the drone .. Great advice & footage 😀💚☘️ Merry Christmas 🎄

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You, and Merry Christmas to you too!

[@dusty.toby_]

Mate everything 'bout this video is awesome!! great tips and stunning, stunnig...DAAAAMN STUNNING shots!!! thanks for sharing and...KEEP UP you're good, really good!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank you Tobias! It was a pleasure to film, sometimes a stressful one, but still a pleasure!

[@FilmTyler]

This is epic man I love this drone so much! I’m super impressed with what it can capture. Also buzzing to shoot some night stuff 👊

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You Tyler, yes, I'm constantly surprised by it! Night stuff is great with this little guy 🔥

[@FilmTyler]

@@PhillipSkraba We’ve found the drone of our dreams 😂 subbed mate good s**t

[@PhillipSkraba]

@@FilmTyler It's a good one! I can't wait to see what the Mavic 3 can do though 😂

[@cedrickgooding5270]

Just Awesome! Thank you for the tips in the cold 👍

[@PhillipSkraba]

You're welcome!

[@georgetrevis]

Hey man. I was super confident until my controller disconnected from the mini 2 two days ago. I couldn't get it connected again. I was gutted. I was filming across the oslo fjord 20m beautiful silky sunset towards the islands. I thought all hope was lost in -15 degrees. I was about to leave and go home when my controller started to beep and the RTH had worked. It came back to me!!! I almost cried. I caught it with a small stretch from the jetty. Amazing. You know what had happened??? The usb C cable had broke in the cold!!! It looked fine but wasn't working. Interesting....Make sure everyone has a spare as by bending it weakens it every time you fold it away!.... Great vids man!...loving the vlogs....all the best

[@PhillipSkraba]

Yep, I've had a few cables go on me, I have a couple of spares, it's worth having one with you at all times. So good, always have signal lost to rth, and make sure you set your rth height every time you take off. You were lucky, good it came back. Thank You George, be careful out there!

[@reestabor3657]

Good to know! I live in Lapland and often fly at -10 and always assumed minus 15-20 would be too much for this little drone to handle.

[@PhillipSkraba]

You live in Lapland?? That must be incredible!! As long as your battery is warm you should be fine.

[@MrStevec1983]

Well done! Your channel deserves to explode with popularity this 2021 sir. Again, Very well done!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! With lots more hard work I believe it will 🔥

[@FreewellGear]

One word "STUNNING"

[@PhillipSkraba]

You guys!! It's stunning because your filters were used on every shot 🥶

[@chipferguson5129]

Incredible video...both the footage and your comments.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You Chip! Stunning Manhatten, I’ll get back to you 🤜🏻🤛🏻

[@limitless6332]

Amazing. That too you went that far to see the snow

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Oh, it wasn't that bad, 14 hours in the car 🔥

[@limitless6332]

Thought u were from aus

[@PhillipSkraba]

No, I currently live in Poland.

[@daringdurr]

I crashed my 2 in the snow while getting some ski footy last week. Snow got packed into the air vents, but I brushed it off and it kept filming like the absolute champion it is. edit: thanks for the content, I appreciate all of the effort that went into it! hope you're well.

[@PhillipSkraba]

I crashed mine into the snow a few times this last week, but just playing around. It's an incredible drone that can really take a lot when pushed. Thank You, I really appreciate that!

[@PBphotos]

Great snow tips Phil 👍 Did you adjust the white balance to suit the snow from your usual 5600k? 20-40cms of snow is forecast for Scotland this week, are you coming over?

[@PhillipSkraba]

No, I always leave it on 5600k, if I need to I slightly adjust it in grade. I wish I could fly over to the UK! I haven't seen my parents in over a year now, really missing them 🙈

[@PBphotos]

@@PhillipSkrabaI do hope we have some snow here in Kent, at least for a day or two. It isn't a great time to be in the UK, as we have to stay local under lockdown along with the high covid rates . I hope your parents are staying safe 👍.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Yes, not a great time, let's hope it improves quickly. They seem to be doing fine, quite safe I hope.

[@williamlomasney6249]

Fantastic video, Phillip! Bravo!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You William!

[@muntadisav1357]

Would love to see a comparation video between the PRO 2 and the MIni 2. For photographers. Speaking of quality differences between the dng's (noise, dinamic range, sharpnes...etc) Btw what is your opinion regarding the difference between image quality?

[@PhillipSkraba]

The difference isn’t actually that big, the 2 Pro has more power, automation, flat profile, nit apart from that it’s hard to tell the difference 👌🏻

[@ChadB]

I have to say, that footage was Awesome!! Great work and advise on flying in the cold.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You!

[@ronzbee3458]

Excellent video bud, bar far one of the best ive seen on here! Thank you!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You, I'm happy to hear that! It was a fun one, that's for sure!

[@MayfieldCreekObservatory]

I love the Mini 2. Great video and information and much appreciated! Gives me the courage to go get some shots if we ever get snow this year.

[@PhillipSkraba]

You're welcome, have fun, be careful!

[@jasonbrindamour903]

Another tip might be to keep the drone cold once dried from previous flight(while the batteries stay warm). The warmer the drone itself is the more condensation will settle on it as the cold humidity meets the warm drone surfaces....although, I would still worry about flight blade fractures when frozen!

[@PhillipSkraba]

I didn't really have time to do that between flights. Sure, there's a lot to worry about, but I guess you can worry all your life and that'll never get you anywhere. Go out, fly, as long as you're considerate and careful so that in case of an accident all you loose is your drone, it's well worth it, it's just a drone.

[@saschabanton]

Amzing video, love the style of amazing footage, radio voice, and informative commentary!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You!! haha, that radio voice, that's fun to do! It puts everyone to sleep 😂

[@michelmailhiot4848]

I live in Quebec (Canada), mon pays c’est l’hiver. I was hopping to use it in winter. You convince me. Just bought a second hand one(looks New). Thanks for the good hints.

[@PhillipSkraba]

All these drones are fine in winter, as long as you start with a warm battery, never let it get cold.

[@maciejewskim]

Awesome footage! Inspirational stuff. Thanks for taking the risk to get some amazing video.

[@PhillipSkraba]

You’re welcome! I had a great, but very cold time filming this 🔥

[@lacebolleta14]

beautiful work phillip as always! I wish I could travel right now, you were lucky you could!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Yes, very lucky!

[@woeliemedia3691]

Have watched most of your video's, thanks for giving such a good explanation. It really helps me.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You, I really appreciate the support! I'm glad I could help you.

[@fredmunson8952]

How beautiful Phillip. I am looking forward of doing some videos this winter myself. I am a professional snowshoe guide and hope to get some good footage of the mountain and snow like you have done.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thanks Fred! I can't wait to get more winter shots, no doubt one of the most beautiful times to be out with a drone!

[@dietermuller6356]

Gorgeous. And I thought this wouldn't be possible. I always watch the full advertisements to support your content. Have a good one!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You Dieter! Yes, it's quite possible as long as your battery is nice and warm. I really appreciate that!

[@dietermuller6356]

@@PhillipSkraba thanks man, I will keep it in mind.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Anytime!

[@jiedongwang3270]

Found your channel and I must say how well put together your videos are and I feel so inspired by all the elements and your quotes, very much enjoy your very fun character and and down-to-earthiness while your drone flies high up! 🤣

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! I'm happy you found me, glad to have you on board! I do my best to educate and entertain at the same time 😂

[@jiedongwang3270]

@@PhillipSkraba and that’s the best/most fun way for learning in turn! Keep up the awesome contents!! Thank you for replying!! 🤗

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You, I'll keep it up!

[@scooter9376]

Stunning shots man! I agree, in a location like that, Id be there for the shot, and so be it if it kills the drone in the process. Of course its always best to walk away as you did with the shots and the drone.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Yes, it's well worth it for the shot 🥶

[@luvit7567]

Omg, those shots were outstanding. Loved the intro voice. Quality work as usual 👏

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! I do my best with my radio voice, sounds a little funny 😂

[@DungarooTV]

8:06 Love this one-liner advice..."just be aware, your can't see shyte!" LOL classic...almost as good as Don't Flick That Stick !

[@PhillipSkraba]

haha, I really couldn't see anything at times!! 😂 I was pretty worried I'd hit a tree in the middle of nowhere, but was lucky on this one!

[@paulmiller7671]

Stunning footage and great advice. Really loving your videos.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You Paul!

[@JuganautTimelapse]

Excellent video and really super shots with that M2 :-)

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Yes, the M2 holds up nicely.

[@Cmwry8]

Hey, just came across your videos and I love them. Keep up the good work!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Will keep it up 👌🏻

[@DANECOLON]

Another fantastic video Phillip. Thanks for braving the cold to show us the limits of the mini 2 and the aftercare. I was curious about using an iPad with the mini 2. How do you connect it? Does it have to cellular in order to get a GPS lock?

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! The iPad is great! You connect it the same way, you just need to buy a slightly longer usb-c to lightning cable and you're away. It doesn't need cellular, no.

[@GameplayTronix]

Awesome shots man... Absolutely stunning

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You!

[@boolthoff687]

Another Great Video! I had some fun with my mini 2 today and had to deal with the fog trying to make my drone land it was definitely scary!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Yes, the fog can really play games on the drone and it's sensors, as well as sometimes you really can't see anything.

[@KaanSenel]

Very useful tips man, will definitely take these into account before flying in the cold!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Be careful!

[@scotspie501douglas7]

loved the video never go through the tests but will now

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Oh yeah, get that thing out there!

[@viizii]

Best purchase I made, all because of you. Oh update on the crash haha, it was very cheap to fix. about 18$. Two arms required replacing.

[@PhillipSkraba]

That is lucky!! Not bad and a lot learnt no doubt for $18! Be careful this time 🔥

[@Ichigo_Kuro_s]

Damn you got some really nice winter shoots! I got my Mavic Mini 2 today, sadly I had no time to fly today, but I will try tomorrow. Also it does film at 2,7k 60FPS after firmware update and app update. Hope I will get good shoots tomorrow.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Yes, I believe so from what I've heard, I haven't tried that out yet.

[@ivanjdrakov1957]

Yeah, 2.7K 60fps is my second favorite mode to shoot in, after 4K 30fps of course.. 4K 30fps is the only resolution which needs and runs at 100Mbs, which is why I love it so much, all the details that you capture, amazing.. Sweet

[@PhillipSkraba]

I’ll have to play around a little with 60fps, not touched it yet.

[@ivanjdrakov1957]

@@PhillipSkraba yeah, seriously, the 2.7K 60fps is really excellent for sports and where you want to have high definition and really really smooth video... I'm no expert at all though in photography, but I know the 2.7K 60fps is really awesome! Sweet

[@Ichigo_Kuro_s]

@@ivanjdrakov1957 Wait so all the other modes don't shoot at 100Mbs? only 4k 30fps?

[@Devil6CR]

Hey bud, i live in Alberta Canada and it gets very cold here also. Ive flown my mavic 2 at - 21c with no problems what so ever. It still will keep the internal electronics warm enough i find from its internal heat. You could also put some tape over some of the vents but not all to keep the heat in. Beautiful scenery.

[@PhillipSkraba]

It must be stunning out there! Yes, I had zero problems with mine, well, except it wanting to land in the frozen fog, but I'm always aware in risky situations like that so stopped it in its tracks. Thank You, it really was stunning out there.

[@London2Singapore]

Enjoying your channel.....I am a newbie mini 2 pilot. So many helpful tips, thank you.

[@PhillipSkraba]

I'm glad you're liking it! You're welcome!

[@rabsme9767]

Sick one ☝🏻

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! It's was silly types of cold 🥶

[@huubrum]

Thanks for the video’s ! you always provide valuable information for drone pilots 👌🏼👏🏼👍🏼

[@PhillipSkraba]

You're welcome!

[@ichkankhatcheressian3454]

my dear phillip you are the best drone poet i have ever known.😜

[@PhillipSkraba]

haha, thank You, I appreciate that!

[@junior92jdv]

Awesome video! what filter and settings did you use? I'm in Val D'isère in the French Alpes, i just got a drone.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! It's beautiful out there! I used a Freewell CPL and ISO 100 all the way down to ISO 3200, 1/50th and 25fps.

[@gregorhi2]

Too bad that my Mini 2 is flying on the way to the NL repair centre now that we are supposed to be getting the potentially only snow this year. But your videos really show that the price tag of the Mini 2 doesn't match it's might and capabilities.

[@PhillipSkraba]

That is a shame! I agree, it punches way above!

[@bp-ob8ic]

Outstanding breakdown of the challenges of creating that amazing video. The results made it look easy. Ice accretion is a problem for aircraft of all sizes. It changes the shape of the blades and/or wings (making them less efficient) and adds weight to the body, increasing the power required to stay aloft. Visible moisture and a temperature near freezing is considered icing conditions. As you said, very risky. Also, try a pair of flip-top mittens with thinsulate. Only the end of your fingers are exposed, and you can cover them easily.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! Yes, it's very risky, but he seems to handle it pretty well. I'll look into those as my fingers were in really bad shape, it was hard to pull off some of these 🥶

[@bobjones5620]

Another awesome video. Living in Alaska being outside in subzero temps is life half the year. Took my Mini 2 out and yes my thumbs got so bad I could not use the controller properly. My Android phone also took a shit being too cold. Thanks for the link to the controller wrap that is going to be a must have for me. I would like to see some more night time shooting with settings myself. Thanks.

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! I'd love to see Alaska one day! Here in Poland it's around 3-4 months of subzero temps then it's smooth sailing to autumn. Yes, the thumbs take the worst of it, my fingers are okay, but thumbs are really frozen. The controller wrap is pretty cool, does a good job especially in the wind. Night shooting, well, ISO3200, no filters, 1/50th, if that's too dark, switch to auto and it'll probably drop your shutter to 1/30th and if there isn't too much action or Sports Mode it'll be fine.

[@NildoScoop]

Awesome footage. But the last tip, when you put the drone on the ventilation holes of the car and blow warm air at the drone is not handy. The temperature is changing quickly and can cause condensation inside the drone cause the drone can't adjust properly. But maybe i'm wrong. 😉

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! I've been doing this for a couple of years with my drones, they are all fine and fly fine till this very day, it just gets it up and running again for my next flight.

[@thereddadventure]

Love your work!! Very informative as well thanks!!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You!

[@jwolfers1]

Amazing footage and I love your passion!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You Judy! I do really love what I do 🔥

[@msag76]

That is s epic👍 I’ve been to Switzerland a couple of times in the past, this makes me want to go back

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You! It was my first time, I was stunned at how beautiful it is out there.

[@msag76]

@@PhillipSkraba It’s amazing. Love it when the Mini 2 climbs up out the fog. Just wow👍 I’ve shared it on Scottish Drone Pilots on Facebook if that’s alright?

[@PhillipSkraba]

That's fine, thank you!

[@msag76]

@@PhillipSkraba Cool, cheers. How far out did you have to fly to catch the train going over the bridge? That’s a great shot

[@PhillipSkraba]

@@msag76 The drone was actually maybe 30m away from me on that shot, flew it out maybe 100m. Thank You!

[@arturwysocki2868]

This is real art what you do. I was supposed to ask what you think about the new EU drone regulations ... but it doesn't matter ...

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You Artur! Zarejstrowany, chyba ogarniete, mam licencje od dawna, ale co o tym mysle, jakos w mojim zyciu to nic nie zmienilo. Bottom line, be safe, be considerate and you should be fine.

[@jongraham2679]

Brilliant video Phillip stunning shots

[@PhillipSkraba]

Thank You Jon!

[@TheBuddha4]

Thanks for the informative video. Its very cold here right now and I didn't know if it would be ok to fly a mini 2 right now. I feel very confident doing so now, and will run to the store and buy a mini 2 tonight. Costco has them with a memory card and extra battery for $439 usd. Thank you!

[@PhillipSkraba]

Have fun Christopher! It's stunning out there during winter, just make sure you have warm batteries before flying.