The R&D journey to a sub 250g 5" FREESTYLE FPV DRONE

#FPVdrone #sub250g #FPVfreestyle
This build takes a completely different approach from what I'm used to. Follow along as I go through struggle street to create the best performing 5" fpv freestyle drone, from motor selection, to designing a frame, finding a battery and electronics.
2Fiddy Pre-Order: bit.ly/3tkJWMm
2Fiddy RTF Pre-Order: bit.ly/3pIA0K4
FB Group: bit.ly/34zkdVG
And for anyone who wants to try and build their own... the motors are available now.
[LINKS]
Aerolite 6s motors: bit.ly/36Trhhg
Aerolite 4s motors: bit.ly/2LgVUF6
HQ Dual Blade props for these motors: bit.ly/3lSSW6b
HQ Tribade props: bit.ly/3lZAfOw
HD FPV Caddx Vista: bit.ly/2z4VHiq
DJI FPV Goggles: bit.ly/2OSK0CH

[@BOTGRINDER]

this was the greatest ummagawd video i have ever seen and i want those motors

[@GUILLERMO.NESPOlO]

That it’s cause u came late to the party ... and u where looking nurk channel for shure

[@AKtoTok]

Great vid! Totally agree, love the weight of 5 inch freestyle.. a scaled down fs rig would be ideal 🤩..

[@TheOneAndOnlyRandy]

Ha. Same thoughts...

[@BOTGRINDER]

@Barack Obama greatest president to ever live thank you for your service to our country sir.

[@ShaunHusain]

@Del Halley if you've got something to say about him address the man himself... I mean he took the time to come comment in this youtube comments section, a real man of the people.

[@threephase33]

That had had my attention like a Netflix show. And you ended it on a cliff hanger 😱😱😱Now got to wait for the part 2. 😂😂😂

[@ummagawdFPV]

lol glad you enjoyed it

[@xjet]

The future (like it or not) is sub250g and I've been saying that for quite a while already. Can't wait to see what you've come up with Tommy, as soon as I can afford to I'll buy into these motors, props and whatever frame you come up with. Sounds groundbreaking for all those who want to go sub250 without moving down to smaller frames. Great work man!

[@dividingbyzerofpv6748]

I am sure the FAA will be as effective in banning drones over 250g as California is effective at banning guns. Meaning not at all.

[@cinialvespow1054]

In Europe if its sub 250g but "has a sensor" it still needs to be registered... Ans you need a license. I don't see why anyone thinks the 250g limit will hold. They want you out of the air, it's not like they care about the size or safety, they just want you out.

[@xjet]

@@cinialvespow1054 What is "a sensor"? An accelerometer is a sensor. A gyro is a sensor. You guys need to push back. Remember... governments are not your master, they are your servant -- they work for YOU. Don't be bullied!

[@cinialvespow1054]

@@xjet well said. I don't see what can be done though. Saying the government is your servant may be beautiful but it doesn't feel like that's actually true. I wonder if their classification of sensor / camera includes the fpv cam you use to see, as its not taking photos. How are we meant to make it better

[@LGBender]

@@cinialvespow1054 Their defintion of "sensor" includes any camera, even if it's not recording and just "streaming" (FPV). Even if you had no cam but a microphone, you'd need registration. The exact wording is: "a sensor able to capture personal data". Btw: You don't have to register the quad, but yourself as a pilot. You then get an ID and have to put that on any of your quads that require registration.

[@tintman1000]

I don't know about anyone else... but I learned a lot here and can't wait for the next one. Thanks Tommy

[@ummagawdFPV]

🤙🤙🤙

[@charlesmarseille123]

This is pure gold. The smiley face unit should officially be SI. Thanks Tommy for your work!

[@cinialvespow1054]

Yes! More r and d videos please. Amazingly fascinating and entertaining

[@arc093]

Thank you for your service to the community! This may be our only choice next year

[@martinverbaas]

Wow, don't care about the motors, it is the production value that got me. You are a talented individual sir

[@ummagawdFPV]

I'll take that! thank you

[@SANDY-FPV]

wth, this was THE BEST vid I have seen the last moths. In my country (The Netherlands) the EU laws are getting in place, they do make things easier but the 250 gram is really a turningpiont in what you are alowed to do and what not. I was really getting into fpv 2 years ago, spent a year on learing everything and for what to lookout for in fpv, bought 1 year ago the tinyhawk s, spent a year flighing that., its an awesome tinywhoop. Now I have made up my mind, I want to go into racing... So first, I need a spot to fly, very important! So I have 3 places where I could fly/race, but there is a chance that some people are going to hear and see it, so I need to keep the rules to play it safe and not risk fines. But back to the piont, max 250g is really a save weight to not get fined and still have all the fun that FPV quads bring. So I have been looking for parts to build a fpv racing quad for the last year, still getting more info on what to look out for. So I have a racing setup now, only need to buy the parts and looking for the right props... But now I think, I dont gonna spent 300 on a quad and have to buy 6 lipo's for getting the risk getting in trouble... So max 250 is I think now from now on my new focus piont to study on.... (still dont have a 5 inch quad) But I love to see more of these kind of vids to study on what parts to buy and to look out for... Also I might start looking for study vids on the combination of props and motors, I dont have seen much vids on that subject, but it is a very important factor on how your quad will fly in the end. Anyway, thanks for the info and the awesome vid!

[@su_K3N]

I appreciate being able to see the process. I know you have a ton of design/R&D under your belt so it was cool watch. Thanks Tommy.

[@elfpv4113]

Love the story telling format. Really engaging and learnt a lot about the process. Can't wait for part 2!

[@flowleopard893]

EPIC video, thanks Tommy. Looking forward to the next one.

[@bobturner3388]

This video style is actually EXCELLENT!

[@DavidOwensuk]

Tommy this is why we love you!!!! Awesome Job, awesome video!!!!

[@dazzdoodlzfpv1020]

this video is bloody brilliant had a smile on my face the whole time, keep this going bro, im following on

[@deadlazlo]

What an unique way of looking at the problem. Maximum fun. Looking forward to your final solution.

[@kawiman0611]

Beautifully done. Looking forward to the finished product/sequel.

[@happy0memo]

Love the video! It feels like you are taking us on the journey with you. Very enjoyable to watch and can't wait till the next video drops. Keep up the great work Tommy!

[@Leafyfpv]

PROPS!!! Thanks for sharing... Great mix of micro motor elements into the design... Love the idea of designing a motor and custom prop for this. thats one way to solve a possible regulatory problem.. and be closer to what we all know and love with standard 5 inch quads.

[@jiltedgaijin9320]

Really enjoyed this style of video. Funny, informative and really cool to see a little behind the scenes of development. Can’t wait for the next part.

[@potatod2362]

Appreciate all the work and effort you put into the hobby! Thanks for sharing... Excellent work!

[@Antsmith21]

I love the cinematic video and the comedy that you added. I can’t wait to see the complete build on your site

[@ummagawdFPV]

thanks Anthony, much appreciated

[@gideonfpv1026]

Freakin amazing! Absolute genius Tommy!!! Now that’s content that just raised the bar for everyone creating for the fpv community. Well done 👍

[@bobbycooper93]

this is a great video Tommy. It's great to see your design ideas/process/challenges being told. I am definitely wanting to test this out now too. Looking forward to part 2 and how things pan out.

[@16kwillia]

Excellent video. Love the refreshing content. Keep it coming.

[@jasonhull5712]

That was extremely well done Tommy. Loved it.

[@cinewhoop]

AWESOME. Thanks for looking ahead on all possible restrictions we might have to face and documenting the process!

[@zippycfpv3619]

Keep your style goin!!! Awesome way to show this process!!! Can’t wait for the next episode!!!

[@VoidvaderFPV]

Bro, this was a super fun video to watch! Can't wait to see how everything turns out

[@maadfisher]

I’m so excited to see one of the og’s working hard on sub250g freestyle builds! Keep up the great work and stay safe.

[@RcEpic]

Thanks man. It’s good to see you back

[@laytonblance]

This video was sooo F’ing good! I was emotionally invested the whole way through. Please make more!

[@jlarson42]

Very interesting and exciting journey. Love your Acrobrat frame and Brat motors. Can't wait to see the rest of the story. 💖🤓

[@michaelc5027]

This is really awesome. Love the video and the work that you are putting into this new project Tommy, really high level stuff. You have my interest.

[@ummagawdFPV]

thanks Michael

[@davidhumphoto5894]

Thanks T. Looks good so far. Can't wait to see what comes of this. Sub 250g is what I want. 😉👍

[@miketech2]

what a great first episode of the new series. friggin love it

[@The-MiddleAgedGamer]

Soooo, I am super hyped , and the way you tell a story is awsome! ur narrative is great! KEEP IT UP!

[@brian94422]

Awesome video.. can't wait for pt2.

[@kmarlow1]

Awesome! You the man! Made my day! Looking forward to the future of fpv a lot more now!

[@cheapassfpv8072]

Awesome Video @ummagawd Luv the new style.... Great to See someone working on this

[@ummagawdFPV]

Thanks

[@rfariops]

Awesome! waiting for the next part.

[@skyrotfpv]

Brilliant and entertaining video. Very interested in the outcome! 🔥🙌🔥

[@halowalker797]

SO FUN TO WATCH! keep up the great content Bru!

[@randallrogers6608]

Great Video .... fun to watch and learn a lot at the same time....Keep mixing it up...

[@tommcmannfilms]

This style of video was excellent. Loved the storytelling

[@erikzirger2131]

You sir, are one of the most genius minds in the fpv game.

[@ummagawdFPV]

🙏🤓🤙

[@JoseFPVNavarro]

Story telling. Nailed it. Can't wait for part 2. Keep on rocking man

[@ummagawdFPV]

thanks Jose

[@christophergay48]

Great video. I like how you tell the story and how difficult it is to build something new from the ground up.

[@ummagawdFPV]

Thanks Chris

[@technoxtreme178]

The best part of this is making "Mag Motors" modelled after your favorite wheels. When your drone matches your car ...well, let's just say ... you are complete.

[@pierremeunier]

so good ! cant wait for futures episodes !!

[@b-nastyfpv5157]

great video!!! would love to see more videos like this in the fpv world

[@TheZolon]

As a drone newb, I loved this video. It actually taught me a decent amount while not putting me to sleep.

[@DoubleA_AMAfpv]

Tommy, thanks for filling us in bro! Sure do miss ya being around more, but very proud of what you have been doing as of late!

[@baggszilla]

Awesome man. I absolutely love them. When I do a lightweight build I'll be sure to grab a set of these babies!

[@benmorgan4928]

Amazing video! Love the style!

[@hesiodeswizz7777]

Amazing video, great subject, great editing and super great explanation! Thank you for this hard work, I hope people will support you, I will do it! Thank you so much!

[@pippifpv]

Super funny video.. Can't wait for part 2... Build looks good

[@mathieuf.2788]

Totally liked the story, looking forward to the next chapter.

[@botjunkiejosh]

I absoutly love this vid! Was dying at the motor rich b roll lolol! Keep up the great content and can't wait to see the frame!

[@jodyking7278]

This is great. A lot of innovation going on in the hobby right now.

[@Brad.Hobbies]

I really enjoyed this platform for your channel I look forward to seeing you develop it more! Light hearted and purposeful, well done sir. 👍

[@nathanhunter9891]

This might be my favorite vide you have ever made. Can't wait for part 2. You the man UMG!

[@ummagawdFPV]

thanks 🤙🤙

[@gregolejniczak5631]

Amazing video man. Kept me watching till the end 😉

[@buspuke8277]

have officially been watching you for 1 minute and I'm hooked. subscribed now back to this sweet video haha

[@Neukom720]

really like this video style, just watched it for the second time, might have to build one of these setups when its all done even though I dont like 6s on ultra light builds so 4s for me but cant wait man good job, alot of hard work I know for sure

[@dcdk1525]

Hell of a journey mate, well done, top viD

[@Will_FPV]

This is such a good detailed explanation. Good stuff

[@Rstang50]

Love the insight of the developmental aspect. Great video. Looking forward to the outcome. Thanks for the hard work.

[@ummagawdFPV]

thanks man.... (do you have a gtr350?)

[@chrisgicky2215]

Pretty cool dude, nice to see the process

[@lowlyp0p]

the best video yet. awesome story

[@Techwonderland]

I really like this video and style. I know it took longer to make, but it’s just as good (or better) than anything on TV. I teach, and I want students to watch this it’s so good. Thanks for making it - and including all of us on the journey.

[@napstersgear3696]

I love the vid! The info you shared regarding your R&D process is golden!

[@jeffgould5367]

this is great and cool to see your development path! Keep it up!

[@ku-hc5dl]

This was awesome video. Can’t wait to see how this turns out.

[@dana2750]

Awesome video, keep them coming

[@smackfpv]

Great vid! Impressed with how you presented this.

[@ummagawdFPV]

🤙

[@MotoFPV]

thank you. You answered my prayers. Definitely getting a set for my 360 build

[@Swoopfpv]

This format is so smart it shows the perceived value of what you’ve put into this, the thought process you’ve used and I like that you have brought us along for the ride this is the way to claim the innovations that you’re doing before they get cloned. I like what you’re doing and I like how you’re doing it.👍🚀

[@ummagawdFPV]

Thanks for taking notice. I've learned that I can't fight the "cloners", and that I'll never be able to compete with their "race to the bottom pricing". So I decided I'd just be open about my story/journey and if you're down, then great. I hope you'll support it in however way you find fit. It became easier for me to find my path when I realized that I do this for people like yourself, not the people waiting for the clone version. 🙏🤙

[@ZeNRoadieOne]

Epic video bro. Thanks for the bnf!! Can't wait!

[@RCRitterFPV]

Great video, lots of fun, obviously had my gears turning. can't wait to see what you come up with in part 2.

[@rotorismo]

I like KababFPV's analytics and his motivation but you take it to another level. Maybe your not as scientific but certainly much more fun and enjoyable to watch! Just love it! Keep it up!

[@gee4zfpv]

Yep it was a great format! Good job Tommy! Good food for thought for ridin out this pandemic winter... spring should produce some interesting builds!

[@joshuarichardson4070]

this is possible the most exciting thing in 2020 and you have orange motors... im sold

[@jackinabackpack7599]

Man you are such an asset to FPV. Such an innovator over the whole range from whoop sized to 5" durable

[@ummagawdFPV]

Thanks man

[@WillHsuAerial]

can't wait to see the final build!

[@tahirfpv6135]

It was great, well done!

[@kowabungafpv]

Excellent video! Informative and fun! And those motors! 🔥

[@young_fella]

amazing video, this was literally just what I was looking for, was looking for some build guides for sub 250g fpv

[@AerialAge]

such an amazing experience. sign me up for those motors man !!! can't wait for the second part

[@mattknowsnothing]

Really great work on the show dude😁

[@StunnyFPV]

Dude this was such a well made video. Lookin forward to part 2

[@ummagawdFPV]

thanks Stunny

[@blizzyfpv]

This is going to be 🔥!

[@macrofpv693]

i loved this one! Hope this project works

[@colbiecallister2307]

Love it man, appreciate the effort in your video and your rnd, top notch! 🤙

[@ummagawdFPV]

thanks Colbie

[@ZSilv3rFPV]

Once again Tommy at his Best !! Love your ideas man !!

[@BlueHornetFPV]

Can't wait to see the results. Great episode! 🔥🔥🔥🤙

[@Mekanikern]

Work in progress, nice to follow along :)

[@MarcosFPV]

This was great. Love hearing the process and the edit was 🔥🔥

[@ummagawdFPV]

🤙 thanks man

[@KimboFPV]

Love the presentation style on this one ! Do some more ! .....yeah.....I'm probably gonna buy some Aerolites come spring

[@_Brando_69]

Nice Tommy! Can't wait to see the final result

[@ummagawdFPV]

thanks Brando