Never Flown A Drone Like This // Squirrel O3 // Build // Kit

[@cookedfpv]

Interesting to get a review on the literal same quad from both of you. I think it adds a lot since most of us have an idea what each of you look for during a review.

[@NickBurnsFPV]

Yes I thought so as well. Hopefully we didn’t have to much crossover and both videos were helpful

[@TheLastTater]

I much prefer nicks reviews vs bardwells these days. Great review!

[@AleXianFPV]

nice to see a local brand getting its well-deserved recognition. greetings from Austria. :)

[@frshagen]

Mr. Burns was feeling the flowwwwwwwwwwwwwww 🌊 👏 proper shreds!

[@JEFF-P-V]

My fav. part of this video was finding out NB and JB are homies. The quad is pretty sick too! I've been following Rubber Quads on FB for a while now, it's been cool to see this one come about.

[@turboomni848]

3.5 inch is about the largest size I like to fly anymore. I love my Crux35 hdzero and analog. Both 4s and way under 250 grams. Very interesting this Squirrel 03. Thanks for the view.

[@APS-yo8oy]

So a sub 250 chump? 5” a lil scary for ya cupcake?

[@NickBurnsFPV]

@@APS-yo8oy oh come on now. There are 3inch quads that rival the thrust of 5inch quads, one that comes to mind is the ER349 from years ago. I believe AndyRC clocked that one at 105+ MPH, at a much lower weight than a 5inch. I would venture smaller propped quads are more challenging to fly, not to mention they can be flown in so many more spaces. Calling someone a cupcake because they prefer something other than what someone else prefers is pretty offside.

[@turboomni848]

@@APS-yo8oy No not at all as I do fly 700 size rc helicopters. Each blade is 700mm and swing up to 2000rpms. An unshrouded flying lawnmower if you will but real lawnmowers are generally below 1000 rpms.. I have gasoline powered 700 powerd heli's with a onboard generators too. I have gotten away from nitro as fuel is very expensive for 30% nitro. I just seem to enjoy up to 3 1/2 inch quads more than larger ones. I do still have a 5 inch that I use for 3D quad flying that I built years ago. I do have a QAV500 quad from many years ago that use 12 inch props.

[@flightevolution8132]

@@APS-yo8oy You sound like you're miserable. I hope your life gets better buddy so you don't need to disparage internet strangers.

[@kellywasden]

I made the "mistake" of buying the frame and components and yolo'ing it together. I LOVE the challenge of the build for drones, however, this frame was an absolute BEAST to build in and figure out where everything goes. It literally has zero room for error and the lack of build suggestions and or diagrams is something they could improve upon. All in all, it's such a satisfying experience and my overall favorite quad that I have built this year. I keep going back because of the low center of gravity and build quality. Absolute joy AFTER the pain. :)

[@NickBurnsFPV]

I do think most frames should have an associated build video. I do think that is part of the fpv market that is missing. Thank you for bringing that out.

[@elarkangelmiguel]

You and your channel is the best Nick, thank´s for the review crack

[@superdstar2001]

I wish manufacturers would offer Walksnail. Especially for paying a premium price like this, it is more expensive than most 5" quads!

[@1Joker.FPV1]

I was just about to make a comment similar to this. This price is EXTREMELY high. I just looked and Rotor Riot has the Tanq S(3.5”), built and tuned, with an Avatar Moonlight or O3 for MUCH, MUCH less.

[@January_Cold]

@@1Joker.FPV1 I have the Tanq S and it truly is amazing

[@volkergoe]

I was planning to adopt the mounting for the Walksnail Moonlite but they send us a DOA unit and after a lengthy back and forth with their support they gave us a fake tracking number (went to another customer in Vienna). I contacted them again and they didn't react at all so I decided I that caddx is not a company I want to deal with at all. One of our customers build a Squirrel with the Moonlite (so there is a rough TPU-design) but he decided to switch to O3 for reliability reasons.

[@superdstar2001]

@@volkergoe Cool story. As a drone building company, you are telling a large portion of customers you have no plans to work with them. The fact that you couldn't get one says all that I need to know. I can buy a walksnail bnf and a pair of goggles for what you charge for your "Squirrel". I own Goggles 3 and 03 Air Units and I mostly fly my Goggles X, so just keep on doing things exactly the same thing, it seems to be working great for you.

[@Cropgun]

This is such a cool little drone, sounds nice too

[@Nspecthergadget2010]

It looked smooth, but you have other videos that are smooth. Nice flying and nice rig. Thanks for sharing.

[@oxazepamgeek]

Yes, fast and smooth (even more than usual)👍

[@propwash6880]

I agree. Been watching your vids for quite some time. Very smooth flying....really good flying too.

[@ClintTredway]

as someone who makes a lot of carbon parts, the way they notched the arms makes them weak.. carbon is a layered material and when you remove some layers, the strength is greatly diminished.. still a good looking quad, just need to redesign the arms.

[@ndcapper]

Great review and nice flying!

[@fleabiter]

looked very smooth

[@RPGWoodworking]

going frame by frame at 8:37, looks like you hit the brick circle with the pvc pipe coming out of the ground. that's what looks like damaged the camera mounting plate.

[@NickBurnsFPV]

Good catch. Thank you

[@steriospeaker]

Awesome rippage! 👌🏻🛸🚀

[@McShakyFPV]

Chimney dipping 😮

[@frocared]

looks like a fun drone to fly

[@lynsmith1096]

Another good review Nick

[@frankbarajas]

With the COG being so centrally mounted the angular moments of inertia would be greatly lessened so you wouldn't see the pendulum effect as much. In other words, less wobble, over roll and corrections in flight would be reduced. Love that "Emax" tape. Nicely done video, as always! Yes, you were smoother in flying and your maneuvers were cleaner and sharper, IMO. (BTW, I'm doing a bit better and I am able comment, but every day is still a challenge.)

[@NickBurnsFPV]

Thanks for all the information and feedback. It’s nice to see you back in the comments. I hope progress continues

[@andytaylor3321]

Love this quad

[@vceenomaine2562]

❤ beautiful 😍

[@CriticoolHit]

you can hit those battery grip pads with a paper towel and some iso alcohol. Brings em right around like new.

[@jaysonrees738]

I really do like the way they did the flight controller so that the battery doesn't stick way out, but I'd definitely have one smashed up in a short while. It clearly has a lot of weak spots. Definitely sticking to the stuff with thick arms or extremely low weight.

[@parker1ray]

Until you guys can review quads that cost under $200.00, I will be resisting new purchases! This thing is $650.00. that is just plain insane!

[@NickBurnsFPV]

That would be analog only quads right? Dji O3 is or was about $250

[@miker9478]

646$ Better be good...gheesh

[@cristianosaturni]

Your flight looked smoother.

[@NickBurnsFPV]

Thanks for the feedback

[@frocared]

interesting to see both of your opinions on this drone

[@StoneFPV-]

Looks great! But $650 for a 3.5” seems like WAY too much.

[@mattg2596]

Cool quad if they didnt think its a pro 5in freestyle 03 build in terms of price lol. Logics FTW. Im not even a cheap dude as i have 60 quadcopters but f the price of this thing.

[@KevFPV]

Did you accidentally drive over it with your car while reversing out of the garage?🤣🤣 thanks for the video🥳

[@NickBurnsFPV]

Shrink technique. I can’t confirm or deny 😀

[@KevFPV]

Oh, I already had my suspicions,🚗🚗.... but what stood out to me is that you can see the carbon wasn't fully pressed properly. At 2:36, you can clearly see the layers, and based on how it broke, that’s what it seems like to me.

[@FPVwineUK]

Separate note, I wouldn't worry too much about what Bardwell has or hasn't said in his. Fans will watch both, regardless :)

[@drelephanttube]

Those motors look like rebranded TMotor Pacer 1604 for more than double the price. The drone looks good but seems very expensive.

[@volkergoe]

They are made by T-Motor based off the pacer 👍. We opted for higher kV windings and did some minor tweaks to the shaft. The price is not that far off but we have to tax them in Europe 😢

[@KevinHartman84]

I'm not a good pilot, BUT I LOVE THIS QUAD! I've just gotta rescue mine from ~40ft up in a pine tree ATM, fiending for another flight!

[@NickBurnsFPV]

Whoa!! You have to climb the tree or have another technique?

[@KevinHartman84]

@NickBurnsFPV well, I would try climbing if the lower 15’ of branches weren’t trimmed off…lol. After a week up there I’ve FINALLY been able to place eyes on it and verify location, next I’ll try my hand using an arborist line. I will try to launch the line up and over the branch(es) it’s on and shake it free. Wish me luck!

[@KevinHartman84]

@@NickBurnsFPV Here's last flight to-date of the squirrel :'-( . Hoping to get it down on Sunday if Im lucky. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIHHXqeQfcmtqMk

[@NickBurnsFPV]

@@KevinHartman84 hopefully it works out. Good luck!! and fingers crossed.

[@NickBurnsFPV]

@@KevinHartman84 oh wow. Was that a failsafe or other failure?

[@MCsCreations]

Awesome flying and review, Nick! 😃 This little quad is really impressive!!! Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@Skoolaidfpv]

It doesn’t look like the most durable quad to me. 🧐🤔

[@MikeRM399]

Cool 3 in drone , Nick , folks do you need to register this size drone to fly ?

[@NickBurnsFPV]

I think it depends on location and local laws and regulations

[@dinosabic5383]

They want 915cad for a 3.5...........

[@DigitalCruzer]

That delaminated cf is begging for some super glue

[@kydawg1684]

Awesome flying and review as usual. It is a great flying quad, however, they might be pricing themselves out of the market with their prices. Yikes!

[@Skoolaidfpv]

Ya that thing is a bit overpriced

[@volkergoe]

We build, test and tune every BnF quad in Austria. This adds up to the prices you are seeing in our store but you can always choose to build it yourself and get a frame or build-kit.

[@kydawg1684]

@@volkergoe Yep agreed.... there are options.

[@juneloko]

Smooth af boy! ❤😊🤘💪🏾

[@DLudGolf]

It must have felt you good you were ripping, is that Vanover?

[@NickBurnsFPV]

lol, not even close. :)

[@kevinsmith9420]

Is that layout similar to the 533 flip switch?

[@NickBurnsFPV]

Not familiar with that one, I would have to look it up.

[@Dmytro_99]

Interesting frame design. How do you think if swap connector to xt60 for those batteries, will it give any advantage? So agree if you are inside it feels like flying in simulator. Not so exciting

[@NickBurnsFPV]

Nah, I don’t remember the xt30 specs but my recollection is even up to 6s on motors running 3 inch props or smaller there wasn’t anything to gain

[@cjlosangeles6045]

I can’t see paying 647.00 for a 3.5 design remind me of ant 😂 . Looks fun though

[@JustKeepLivingFPV]

I don't have 650 in my grinderino build with a vista on it. And I can slam it well I have slammed it and didn't break it, not to mention a lot more power.

[@APS-yo8oy]

@@JustKeepLivingFPVthis price tells me they’re still using the 03 $225.00 pricing. I picked up 3 03’s the other week at 150.00 each. You could shave 150 -200 by just buying these parts and build it yourself

[@superdstar2001]

Lots of nice BNF of all sizes for much, much less. And companies that offer Walksnail, too.

[@SettekFpv]

The hole in the back got allready redesing and should hold up much more now. That thing in the front we never seen bevor 😅 Looks like you guys pull the strap much harder down then we do 😅 Your flying at all got very good ! Thanks for your Review ❤

[@NickBurnsFPV]

Yea I think I pulled out the hulk hands to secure the battery. To much

[@KevinHartman84]

You HAVE TO pull hard because the strap just barely fits through the slot. It's TOO TIGHT of a gap IMO, and the overhang of CF is too short to take the stress required to pull the strap. When I snapped mine in a crash i just turned the top plate 180* to structurally support the camera cage and just added a velcro strap around the other direction.

[@SettekFpv]

@@NickBurnsFPV you can clean the Lipo Pads with an dust-free cloth and isopropanol so you dont have to honk the strap down like hulk :)

[@sergioferreira2509]

Very Good...like!!!

[@Mupshot]

ironic its rubber. looks like its made of glass. I know you tried to shatter it. wonder how durable it really is. one reason I dont own an AOS 3.5

[@ee3646]

Im not sure if anyone mentioned it but if you watch it slowed down you can see how he damages the camera mount, after hitting the chimney he flies into what looks like a brick fire pit or something by his pool supplies. not very important but just in case anyone else was wondering

[@burdfamfpv]

Looks like it flies pretty well but seems like a complex build tho

[@Amajor10]

Any recommendations on improving my piloting skills? I know stick time but I’m limited as I work 50 plus hours a week and have kids etc. I can commit about 15-30 minutes on a sim each day and have been racing which seems to help. But do you or anyone have certain methodologies you employ to increase skills the most with limited time?

[@NickBurnsFPV]

Sorry I don't have any shortcuts or time limited activates to accelerate the process. Some pick it up very very quickly and some of us need all sort of stick time.

[@SeanChristianBellinger]

What are your rates....if you don't mind sharing?

[@NickBurnsFPV]

I have a video on my rates linked in the video descriptions.

[@mplouis]

The design looks a bit weird, but i like it. 😊

[@FPVwineUK]

I can see a Nick Burns Vs Joshua Barwell - KZbin boxing match coming up after that :D

[@gpaull2]

Milling the arm down to half its width in the area that has the most load forces seems like a bad design choice. Might as well have the whole arm half the width and save some weight because the extra thickness beyond the milled section isn’t adding any strength.

[@volkergoe]

@@gpaull2 the arms are clamped outside of the overlap but the milling still weakens the structure. We are currently testing 6mm arms with a 2mm pressure ring.

[@dondupuis4007]

Yes, you looked smoother; I thought maybe it was a lack of power?

[@initialachannel]

🤩🤩🤩🚀🚀🚀

[@Jsvids85]

Way overpriced. I’d buy (and have bought) the AvionRC quads for $450 or less. I think the 3in comes to only $400 shipped with your coupon, Nick. They tune theirs well too and their support is always awesome to work with.

[@rolisaenz]

$528 ??? it is not a 10" quad!!

[@mkingwell45]

Seems to be o lower quality carbon as it delaminates easy as its the same type of damage Joshua had.. not a cheap frame either....l

[@MatthewTaylor3]

How DARE you mute Bardwell? 😂

[@NickBurnsFPV]

lol, I thought it was for the best. :)

[@norbertosumares6066]

2nd!!!

[@juno0314-o9o]

that looks sexy

[@Robocopter_fpv]

Not looking very durable lol 😂

[@Airbrushkid]

Sorry no way. At $646.00 built and $528.00 kit. They’re a joke. Already seen it. I’ve seen 5” to 7” cost less and even close to same.

[@NickBurnsFPV]

Sure price certainly isn’t budget basement

[@5thElementFPV]

Wayu over priced for what you get......Appreciate the review but out of budget for most of us. $$$$529.00 for the build it yourself???

[@diggsit69]

WOW, I Guess this should be called USED and Dirty Quads And How They Fly? Or How they been Flown by Others! 🤔 PS. Very Poor Frame An Design.

[@frocared]

2ND

[@CaspervanOOijen]

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