Mr Steele Freestyle Finals World Drone Prix 2016

This is my finals freestyle flight from the World Drone Prix 2016. After figuring out that I made it into the Freestyle finals, I had about 12 hours to come up with a way to make my flight stand out for the judges, whom were all very skill and well know 3D helicopter pilots.
I asked Tommy "UmmaGawd," to help with music Ideas for my run. After combing through Tommy's playlists I stumbled upon this song. At the time it suited my mood perfectly and make the decision to use it for my run later that day.
Leading up to the Freestyle finals I had a huge smile on my face and was in a world of bliss listening to this song and preparing myself for one of the hardest freestyle comps to date, not only was I going up against some of the best pilots in the world, but the judges were hardcore and the flight environment was a place no one had flown before.
This flight was made up as I flew, based on an over all picture that I wanted to paint using the song as my reference.
After a week of stress and little sleep the moment I took off, my mind went blank, in a state of true Bliss. In that moment I remembered what it was like to let your mind go and let the moment take over. At the end I was almost in tears at how perfectly things had just clicked into place, everything I could have imagined could happen happened.
In that moment I was calm, with a smile from ear to ear as I knew what it meant to be amongst true friends.
I would like to thank everyone I met in Dubai, pilots, locals, event staff, construction workers, Bus drivers, and many more. This was an experience of a life time and it will be locked in my memory forever.
Thank you to the Rotor Riot Crew and all the Locals for making this experience so much more unforgettable.
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[@gearworthbuying8698]

The problem with this is that the entire course is about .01% as interesting as this dude's average places to fly. Still Amazing skills, the course is just bland.

[@darken3150]

The "Course" looked like a racetrack to me, I don't think its sole purpose is freestyle

[@afrog2666]

@@darken3150 lol, you don`t recognize the track? It`s a racetrack in dubai with some obstacles put in.. Here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHPNpXuOeL2poKM

[@jakeh3144]

The reverse to himself then catching it was the most impressive part IMO

[@dariox6056]

One of the most epic runs I've ever seen! The backflip through the gate is sick.

[@cloudkap]

+dariox I was wondering if that actually happened, I was trying to do frame by frame- couldn't believe it. F__ing sick

[@PeterKoperdan]

Not hating, just reacting as a noob - those two flips through the gate were the only "cool" maneuvers I saw. There rest seemed like relatively random flips and spins or whatever you call them. If you consider this run epic, does it mean that flips and twists in open space (not through a gate) are super hard or something? A lot of YT videos I have seen have a lot of flips in them. I know that I probably wouldn't be able to do that, but it seems like pros and semi-pros do them all the time. Why is this run supposed to be epic? I'm trying to gain some perspective on this. Cheers.

[@andremartinez6934]

@@PeterKoperdan this was done 3 years ago. Thats how far we've come that this looks "bad" by our current standard.

[@PeterKoperdan]

@@andremartinez6934 Thanks for the answer. So how hard is a simple flip or a roll? Say I flew for 6 months, then practiced a simple flip for a week. Could I then use it in an open space? Or is it something super hard and I would smash many drones into the ground before learning it? (It just seems so simple..)

[@andremartinez6934]

@@PeterKoperdan i personally understand you and I get the way you feel. Felt the same towards it when i first watched this clip. I personally think steele flew better in his bando flights. Still, it was impressive given the crowd, the location, and overall just making it work.

[@FredBD]

2:32 did it for me! Cracking flying right there 👌

[@gianpa]

Can't believe how bad this looks if you watch it in 2018! I remember watching this in awe two years ago... It really shows how far this hobby has gone in just two years and how crazy the world we live in is. Everything evolves so fast it's very hard to keep up for our poor human brains. Scary. (P.S. 2:31 is still sick today ^ ^)

[@Sylo2Nice]

I was thinking the same. He flew then how most of us do now. Lol but he deff got skillz

[@PeterKoperdan]

@@Sylo2Nice "He flew then how most of us do now." Why is that? What has changed since then? Surely people haven't suddenly become great pilots.. Surely basic flips/rolls were invented at the dawn of quad flying.. Are quads inherently unstable? Like do you have to "wrestle" the quad just to keep it in the air? To me it seems like quads have so much directional power, that you can fly them like a mad man around an open space. I know that flying real quads is different from flying winged aircraft in a simulator, but damn, flips/rolls are SUPER easy in a wing simulator.. Is doing basic rolls/flips really so difficult with a quad? P.S. Asking as a noob that is going to buy a quad when he saves up ;-)

[@Sylo2Nice]

@@PeterKoperdan yea its alittle more difficult at first but once you get the hang of it you will be in a whole new world. Lol. I havent uploaded in a while but looking at my own last video im way better now. I just choose to fly more than upload these daya

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Days*

[@derrpantograf670]

@@PeterKoperdan Yes, it's definitely more difficult. Doing all those acro figures like flips loops etc requires precise handling of the gas, taking it off and adding it at the right moment. It is quite a long process of learning the muscles to coordinate everything.

[@minidronepassion8554]

you are The Man of Drones. thank you for yours flights that inspire thousands of pilots all over the world

[@JoeHannouch]

I've watched all the Freestyle entries in the competition, and I can safely say that yours is the only one that evokes emotions, technicalities and tells a story. Thank you

[@esaedvik]

Gorgeous run and you guys saved their commentary on sunday for sure. I was glued to my PC the whole week :D Every bit of footage from Dubai made the whole FPV community seem like something I'd love to be a part of. Such a cool atmosphere. If i'd heard of the event earlier, I might have flown there as well. The track looked THAT bonkers. As a long-time raver and cyberpunk aficionado, I'll never be able to get the event off my retinas. I also love how so many like trap as soundtracks for their videos :D Thanks to everyone who reads this and made the event so dope to follow. My hat is off to you.

[@ELVERDEFPV]

I can't say nothing, just watching this, its the best way for all people know how you are, incredible pilot skills, but a simple guy, friendly and super nice people. That's the most important thing. Thank you for this awesome week man! Dannnnmnmmnnm ;)

[@CitraFPV]

That was freaking SMOOOOOOOOOOOTTTHHHHH! What a performance under stressful conditions. Well done Mr. Steele. (Insert golf clap here...)

[@nathanh0423]

That's something special. I don't see uncut freestyle runs that are choreographed to music very often. Not to mention, this was done at the World Drone Prix.. INCREDIBLE!! Keep it up bruh

[@dannesser]

Goose Bumps!!! So glad I read the video description before watching.

[@oilswoodhome]

Between the description and the flight, I have tears. That was so good. Thanks!

[@williamshamblin7465]

This is the most amazing flight I have ever seen.

[@proc.mp4]

So funny looking back at this today, crazy how FPV has evolved! Still insane how you managed to pull all this 7 years ago, big up!

[@timnilson]

I had goosebumps watching this LOS. Incredible performance. Truly entertaining.

[@xjet]

There are no words suitable so I will only say " ".

[@timbell8208]

ABSOLUTELY CRUSHED IT!!!!! Beautiful!!!!!

[@hillbillyfpv9623]

This was on my recommended play list and had to watch it... gotta say, you and your drones have come a long way!!!!!! Long long way. :)

[@zjm89]

UmmaGawd always knows the dopest beats! You killed it man, good job!

[@tymfor]

Beautifully executed. Full of expression. Unpredictable. I looks like you really did click at the very start. You are what modern jazz is in dance and I do like it. Keep on rocking, Steele.

[@sf2372]

That was brilliant to watch Mr Steele. Thank you.

[@sky-fpv6771]

Epic run man, so much flow and style, the winner vid in my oppinion is just throwing around his quad, you sir, rocked the kwad !

[@ryanFPV]

Steele Davis~! You are the real winner. I'm disappointed watching the video of the minchan. We all love the freestyle. And you~ cheer up~!

[@BorisBnow]

You deserved a victory right there m8!

[@CFragtrup2]

What a show steele!! My heart stopped a second in that inverse flip in that tower @2.30!!

[@odin6980]

As an originator and not an imitator you will always have the upper hand. A great performance.

[@proraptor4146]

That is by far the sickest fpv video ever! You are one of the best by far. Keep it up

[@cyberflightfpv4184]

The difference in your precision and style from then and now is crazy. This is like me flying now and the mr steele of today just make my stomach turn with hot crazy fast he is

[@Ritch1e]

Very very nice Steele! Each time I watch a freestyle fpv video I see a little bit if not a lot of Steele's moves, you definitely inspire many out there.

[@Perceivedshift]

Fantastic freestyle run Steele, kept me hooked beginning to end!

[@lanix13fpv68]

Smooth, great flying! Inverted through the archway! Loved it. Thanks for inspiring so many.

[@boltfpv2529]

Loved everything.... and THAT finish !!!! backwards disarm on hand. awesome.

[@David__]

Great to finally see some of this Freestyle footage! Very nice flying under all sorts of pressure, love the backwards gate pass (2:32) & Tommy has come up with some nice music to capture the feeling of the day :)

[@sebastianarias6234]

Steele, your flight videos and transparency in the good friendship surrounding the hobby have inspired me! See you in the air sometime! -Shelak.

[@DirkReich]

That was the coolest what I have seen at the world drone prix!

[@SkitzoFPV]

Epic flying dude! Wish I could have been behind you cheering you on

[@evrettej]

This is Epic sickness!!!!! I have a drone and i LOVE it!!! This totally pumps me up! The man operating this drone is a true badass!!!! I want those goggles!!!

[@phoenixfpv9391]

Epic and free flowing. A true joy to see.

[@pboyfpv7254]

Great stuff Steele. Love the honesty in the vid description. Your a true leader in this field :)

[@jimgrieve72]

SO inspirational - thanks for sharing, Sir Steele!

[@BrazenBullXXX]

I absolutely love Steele's twitchy style.

[@theearl3422]

I was there watching LOS at the time cause I had just arrived when you started.. I had no idea it was this epic! I'm new to this hobby and started getting serious only later last year but DAMN! I wish I could get to this skill level one day.

[@MiniQFPV]

Fantastic flying! Excellent flow and smoothness. I loved every second!

[@swoopaf8536]

Man looking back at this, for a freestyle comp the spot seems soooo lame but you killed it bro. You seem like a great person. May you get everything you want!

[@LIFEOFSTUFFEDANIMALS]

That was probably the most amazing thing I've ever seen. Going through a gate inverted, catching it mid air...did you win??? You must have. Respect.

[@Psymo]

That inverted backwards pass through the airgate!!!! Kudos man. That rocked!

[@mms_706]

One of the best runs I have ever seen, you are AWESOME! :)

[@blackwaspfpv6431]

Dude...Put one thing in your head... You are the winner of the Freestyle! It makes no sense at all the final results ! It just proves that the judges are not prepared for this kind of event. Well done... Congrats :)

[@thebecausewecan]

Amazing man. Absolutely loved the tumbling free-fall!! Great job.

[@Empire501]

awesome man, been looking forward to this video for a while now! Well worth the wait :)

[@digitalmojofpv6217]

DAAAAAAAAAAAMN, that was freaking amazing brother!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Phiqtional]

The Steele Stance allowed you to channel positive energy from the ground and into your flight. :-D Song selection and the Run was, as you said, perfect!

[@WaiYingLam]

Great video and really enjoyed reading the background story leading up to the moment. Keep pushing forward.

[@firecodefpv2673]

Thats a ride! Painting the surroundings whilst showing some hearted skills. Big Fan! keep the blue skies painted!

[@bengossler6193]

I love the music you pic. This track was perfect!

[@MrAppDev]

wow, i love these super aggresive turns. I've never seen anyone else doing that

[@NunoFlyer]

Man, the best race in Dubai, you are a champion!

[@vinzzhh]

Locked and smooth, with that special Steele's touch on fast moves :)Sick!

[@fredbutlerfb]

Amazing! the flips through that high arc on the course were brilliant!

[@MassieDesign1]

been waiting for this video since you guys been there, dude freaking awesome. if this video and description isn't true inspiration then i dont know what is.

[@BenjaminFrinkRIH]

I'd love a Mr. Steele watches his old videos, video

[@SharkLotusFPV]

Not a ball was left unripped in Dubai that's for sure! 😆 Absolutely stunning. Always amazing to watch you fly. Thanks for sharing and congratulations!

[@gilesbeebe7380]

Awesome run Steele! Just gave up a sport so I can dedicate all my time to flying after school. Your flying is an art form.

[@seattleitefpv]

Great skills. Loved the pass-throughs. Beautiful setting, it must have been awesome to fly. Thanks for posting and for the inspiration.

[@flyduino8166]

go, steele, go ! well done, insane smooth video too, as always.

[@strepto42]

lol! That was sweet to re-live. Flipping backward through that gate was the most bullshit awesome move I have seen in ages.

[@esaedvik]

+Mark Cocquio (Strepto) Makes you wish there were more external cams :D

[@aidanfarley9566]

The crazy thing is that I don't even consider myself that amazing of a pilot but I do most of this stuff now. Crazy how far it's come since I started in 2017

[@FilippoMidali]

I was waiting for this video! Thanks Steele ;)

[@MontisTube]

Unbelievably amazing!

[@levenimc]

Excellent flying, as always, Steele. Your flow and finesse are fantastic. As you were flying towards the high gate, I knew things seemed a bit "too easy", which was when you did a half-flip and flew through backwards--and it made me literally laugh out loud.

[@willd.8040]

Jesus Christ! Dude, you are incredible on the sticks.. Wow

[@brianbloomer8024]

Sensational flying mate. Great work. Really pleased you enjoyed the experience so much.

[@RyoRex]

Inverted Airgate?? You're the winner in our book!

[@krtf4ucorsair]

First place must have been unreal because this was purely amazing.

[@MyTmou5]

Dude that pass at the tower was amazing. You were super close!

[@lougedo07]

DONT know what to say! i had to REPLAY it straight away. A true reference man, thanks

[@miguelvice]

No freaking way you did NOT won this freestyle, congrats on the second place man, but for me and our crew you defensively deserved the 1st place. GREAT FUCKING FLIGHT.

[@regexpert3237]

Without a doubt one of the best freestyle flies I've seen, if not THE best. The backflip through the gate blew my mind with its simplicity, execution, and WTF-factor. I was half-expecting you to flying through your legs, but it's probably better you didn't ;-)

[@BrianRedWolf3773Totten]

Surreal.... Awesome job Steele!

[@JibberFPV]

Yes dude! That´s the way a freestyle run must look like.With STYLE AND FLOW an not how much flips you can do in under a second ;) Congratulations bro!

[@ingwerp]

such a awesome ride ! smooth and skillfull .... and at the end balls of steele !!!

[@StogieMaru]

Dialed catch at the end; fantastic program. Nice job!

[@timothyphillips4801]

Cant believe how rad it is watching this today!

[@zsoltbarany]

Wow! That was some awesome flying! Inspiring, as always. Congratulations!

[@funkblastin8891]

Wow man. You're a beast. That was brilliant.

[@hamadmusabeh]

i was there during your run, personally i think it was the 1st place performance , the risk you took and confidence was amazing. the judges are hardcore pilots yes, so FPV style might not be their thing, you could have captured their attention with your LOS performance never the less , this run was amazing

[@Aerospacegod]

this flight gave me the chills

[@CallMeCribby]

It was great meeting you at the GMARC event this past Sunday. Awesome video and some very impressive flying!

[@emptysoul13]

Killer run man! For a competition let alone world finals this flight felt more like you were just out having fun. :-)

[@jazzman251]

Woot woot! 😎 Amazing run! Way beyond warp 9. Thanks for sharing!

[@rc2go478]

Thanks for sharing how you were feeling in the description. Congrats dude!

[@NscalersClub]

they use that song in a lot of skrillex concerts! Amazing. I am also a DJ. if you ever need any custom tracks to go perfectly with the flying, you let me know!

[@lukefpv1745]

Well done man, can't wait to see more..

[@OwenBuckingham11]

Just the first of many amazing events to come, great job man! Hope to meet you in person some day. Happy flying, Owen

[@kristofferrydquist8384]

Beautiful and when you did that flip through the gate.... Whoo!

[@andrewroos6035]

Amazing flying Mr Steele. Respect.

[@SteveRCPilot]

So sick! Incredible.

[@MIKEYDREADFPV]

wow wow wow, SKITZO at the F3 expo was mindblowing and has been my favorite competition run to date, but this is something else what with the scenery and the sharp flying congratulations bro, bet your well stoked with that one.

[@buraksolmaz7903]

Perfect!!! You are the champion of wdp Dubai for me! for us..

[@dexFPV]

Good gom +mr steele! That run was superb!