What I've learned in 8 years of fpv.

May 30th was my 8 year anniversary in fpv, i have learned alot in those years so let me take you down a little trip through fpv history.
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[@michaelfitzhenry6788]

And what kind of bad gear is being used today interested

[@canigetachannel]

yeah BOT, people just all don't realize that Trappy's an awesome dude. [Raphael is fun and funny!] [side note, i do fly TBS source ones exclusively [5"-7"], not to be biased. i like to build my own. HDZ4LIFE]

[@shadowofchaos8932]

I agree. If you help one person by telling your story, then it is all worth it. Thanks for taking us along with you and we got your back. BBOOOOOTTTT!

[@tshirtfactory07]

DERRRRRRP

[@jamesbond-pr5jl]

I appreciates you B HOLE, 420th of the 420 of the grinderinos to keep you plant based flying

[@Bill_Bo]

What a coincidence. It's my 8 month anniversary. Here is what I've learned. 1 If your vtx is overheating don't take off in hopes of the air cooling it off. 2 Don't fly far away and then crash.

[@serenestateofbeing1062]

Hey wait a minute 😂 I do the flying thing when my vtx is starting to overheat

[@docmalc47]

@@serenestateofbeing1062 its like a yellow light - it means floor it! dunno what he's talking about either lol

[@Bill_Bo]

@@serenestateofbeing1062 Some vtxs probably will be fine. I've had bad luck with the video going out twice so now I let it cool first. It only gets that way (overheat) if you spend too much time goofing around (like in settings menus) before you fly. Which is something you do when you are new.

[@DreamFlyEcuador]

Rule 1 use analog Vtx .

[@Mr_AciD]

Exactly, don't just take off. Full send it so it cools right away ;P

[@zoroe]

AWWWW ALL THE MEMORIES!!! I love you bro. You’re a blessing to this hobby and to all of us!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@LilwickedFpv]

You’re absolutely right Zoroe because I luv watching your videos as well. Keep up the great work as well, man.

[@slowentropy4531]

Hope you've been doing okay Zoroe. Cheers mate.

[@unkyduck]

Zoroe and Bot. Two of the good ones.

[@pongmaster123]

WOW - Trappy (6:20) -> that is amazing!

[@IanF-FPV]

Yet Trappy gets a lot of shit from ppl.

[@TeamBlackSheepFPV]

@@IanF-FPV because most people can't handle the truth :)

[@January_Cold]

FPV helped with my 4 years and counting sobriety. I traded one addiction for another addiction and I'm happy with how things worked out. Keep going and don't look back!

[@packtheripperfpv5071]

"everything". That was powerful!!!!!!! ❤️

[@FlyHMD_]

Bot - Patreon supporter here. FPV gets my head right, and it keeps me out of "trouble" but sometimes it gets routine flying in the same spots etc...I'm sure others feel the same sometimes? So just knowing the passion of flying is something we all share and we get to see you share your life with us too? I can't get enough! Your story telling talent makes me fly even higher bro! Even if your next video was just you cruising on the bike/freestyleFPV/ whoopin/ and just a few words to your fans, I'll always enjoy your awesome self! Don't worry so much about editing perfection for every vid. Raw is great sometimes and I'm sure the next one will be better!

[@Syncopad]

Your a legend Bot and after hearing what a legend Trappy is i have even more respect for him

[@Rocket510]

Yo Bot! I started watching your vids again after hella years. You're the only fpv guy I watch. Me, I started doing fpv about 7 years ago, so I remember a lot of this. I was a motovlogger back then, but I started a fpv channel cuz I got sick of the drama in the moto community. Now, I'm back on my main channel which is now all about camera drones and got my Part 107. I haven't flown fpv in ages, so I watch you and reminisce. You make me wanna dust off my gear again. You have always kept it real and you're a cool dude. I've been clean from 😚💨 for over 3 yrs and 🍺 for a year. So keep it up and the vids coming. I'm happy for your success! ✌🏾💙🚀

[@Xplicit_fpv]

You seriously are one of the last real KZbinrs out there making content that makes you happy and not worried about a dollar you will always have my respect and I look forward to your next videos thank you so much! Stay real! Stay humble!

[@Th3GhostFPV]

Word!!! Go Bot 👻💨 FPV world is changing but at least u have stayed pretty consistent

[@pitfireproducts]

I think I have been following for most of it! You were the first person I saw putting sick ass music to fpv! I also used to fly a cemetery, lol! Keep kicking ass dude!!

[@RogerWilliamsphoto]

You’re one of the best, most relatable personalities on the Tube my friend. Thank for all you do on this platform and as an amazing pilot who genuinely wants to lift everyone up!

[@mjblais16]

"I just like flying quads and making videos about it." It comes through! Only found your videos in the last couple weeks since my son has become super interested in FPV and I had no clue about anything about the hobby. I still know SFA but my kid does so all I need to do is learn to fly better and enjoy watching people make content. Thanks for doing what you do.

[@IanF-FPV]

Bot you are one of the best parts of fpv. Keep being you and true to yourself. Here is to another 8 years…

[@michaelwhouse46]

Damn I’m pumped to hear the Prof cut back for this videos intro. I was sad to hear that one stop getting used.

[@Bobbyjoe8joeboondog]

Original intro is tops, always gets me keen for another bot video.

[@LetsFlyRC]

Break up the monotony. Your unique personality is part of what makes you so interesting to watch. Keep doing it, man. 🔥

[@BOTGRINDER]

Thank you homie, also Kazi showed me that new frame and it looks sick bro!

[@LetsFlyRC]

@@BOTGRINDER thanks, brother. You and I have similar frame needs 4shure. 👍

[@edrone_]

I have always had a blast when your around. Your passion for the hobby is definitely contagious brother!

[@GarethDix]

Trappy is an unsung hero!

[@y_i_fly6256]

Congratulations on this amazing milestone. But it’s true, not only are you a great inspiration for the hobby but also setting a better example of yourself to show others that anything is possible.

[@TeamBlackSheepFPV]

Here's to another 8 years in this crazy hobby! :) Thanks for the trip down memory lane!

[@BOTGRINDER]

Cheers homie!!!

[@josh_withers]

Above everything in FPV, you have taught me to have a crack, not worry about too much, and have fun with it. Your carefree attitude in life is very admirable. Thank you Bot!

[@splengy]

that was really cute. I remember your whole journey. I remember your first video. and I remember when you got your goggles. You've been the hero and the villain in this story and it's been fun to watch keep doing it!

[@larryjones2460]

That is a true rags to a pay check story. Keep it up bro.

[@skyrotfpv]

Congratulations to 8 years FPV! 🎉 Thanks for all the hard work and for keeping the fun in FPV.

[@earlbrown8304]

You're the man . Your juicy flicks are on point . Had seen you in other channels for years and assumed I wouldn't like your content but it's my favorite for you just being you while not trying to sell us whatever new thing is in this week . Thank you, man .

[@LeftStepFPV]

You've been my FPV spirit animal since the first time I saw you. ;) Lot to admire about you, Dude.

[@Halfrightfox]

You're a real one, Botgrinder. Whether it's a talking head video or fpv adventure video, I'll smash that like button. because it's the personality that keeps me watching.

[@BOTGRINDER]

Awe thx g.

[@HardTimesPlumbingLLc]

Never judge a book by its cover, Major props for getting and staying clean. Its the hardest thing anyone can do!

[@SWEEMTUBE]

Fpv has totally kept me clean since 2018. I don't know what I would do without it. You are an inspiration @BOTGRINDER Keep it up. And thank you for the great content 🙏

[@GKW25308]

Great vid man. I rarely listen to anyone's vid completely from start to finish with at least putting it on 2x speed. I listened to all of that start to finish and enjoyed it.

[@MrDrD34TH]

Congratz to your 8th FPV Anniversary again man 🥳 Im literally still new in FPV but im so happy that i found your Channel last year 😁 Always nice to watch and entertaining pure Bot! Oh wow Trappy what a Legend, that's awesome 🙌 Keep it up with your great Content, do your thing and I'm looking forward to the next 8 Years 😊👊 Much love from Germany 🫶

[@DrDepth89]

I’m coming up on 15 years of FPV adventures. I built my first quad in 2009. I four wheeled to the top of a mountain yesterday with my dog and flew all afternoon . Walksnail and a 32” HD TV in the back of the truck has been my setup lately. Love this shit … never going to grow up!

[@josetorres6127]

🔥🔥🔥🔥been clean for two years now. Let’s Keep pushing forward brother,we got this shit🔥🔥🔥

[@BOTGRINDER]

Congrats!

[@OGFlow77]

Thanks brother for being real👊🏼😎 Been flying since 2017 and always appreciated your individuality and honesty 👌🏼

[@chrisg_fpv]

It's been an entertaining ride man. Sponsorship would be nice to have for sure. Glad this youtube gig helps you out because I enjoy the videos.

[@Madvizion]

You and I the complete polar opposites when it comes to lifestyles. But I would most definitely smoke chill and fly with you. IDGAF you are a legend.

[@kelvinwolf225]

You're the best there is Bot. Love you! Thanks for sharing your journey

[@Ice-FaceMedia]

You are cemented in the FPV history Bro.....what you call "one of the great" learning never stops...if anybody think other-wise , let them find the next bridge, and solve their problem🦁🦁🦁

[@nvembrace]

Fpv was a blessing for you to change your life and find something your fucking great at. Not many people can bounce back like you did but there is still hope for everyone. Congrad to you grinder

[@MarkSkizzoo]

Bot is the shit cause he's real. You can look the other way on alot of things if you know it's authentic.

[@martr]

I choose my words carefully when I say that was a beautiful, open, honest and informational video. Thank you BG 👌

[@TommyGFPV]

hahaha that's me at 8:48 creating that fog you were talking about hahahahah I'm dead, that is awesome. I too hold extremely fond memories of that year's IO trip. Thanks BOT, miss you man.

[@ReapR_X]

Dude, I’ll never forget meeting you in person for the first time at Rampage. We had chatted back a forth a bit on livestreams and stuff and when I saw you and hollered your name in that parking lot, and told you who I was, you gave me a big ole bro hug and I knew you were an awesome person. I’ve had nothing but mad respect for you. I hope you continue to enjoy doing what you love and I hope you are majorly successful in everything you do. Much love, my brother, from this ole Bama boy.

[@genjitsu7448]

Hey, knowing that Trappy did that for you makes me feel even better about choosing to use TBS products such as the Mambo and Tracer, etc... My first VTX was an analog TBS unit (can't remember the model). When I first starting flying in I felt that the TBS products were some of if not the very best on the market. And for what it is worth, I have a set of your 2207 Grinder motors, very solid! Keep up the great work, having fun, and I do hope you keep growing and can keep having a life that you appreciate. Cheers!

[@willzaboski2361]

The first thing I bought from a youtuber was your Christmas sweater in 2023. Everyone I work with love it

[@hanni4795]

Congrats on 8y homie still making banger vids after all this time🔥🔥

[@screwit3673]

Thats the thing! Sure there are better Pilots then you (and me) but in the end of the day we almost all enjoy autentic people goofing of more than a Technical perfect and filtered V-log. Stay who you are, we love you!

[@WindChillFPV]

Looking forward to the next 8 years. 🦾🤖❤

[@elMuele]

I pretty much stopped flying. And pretty much stopped watching fpv content. No drama, just found new hobbies. But I still watch your videos pretty constantly. Cause they're good. You're real. And a totally different type than everything else in my life which is healthy for me.

[@BOTGRINDER]

Thx homie.

[@MrStreetboy80]

It’s a cool thing to do, I’m a year in, I fly junk and still analog but I enjoy it. I’m learning a lot, crashing a lot and fixing a lot, but slowly collecting parts for a decent drone. It’ll still be analog but I’m ok with that. Watching you guys fly and build really has kept me flying. I wouldn’t have been able to build if it wasn’t for the community.

[@JefferyDuke]

I remember meeting you a few times over the years when I was really active in fpv. After COVID and all the new rules I didn't have time to dedicate and the crew I flew with weren't often available. I literally still have all my drone stuff just waiting for me. Trying to make a fun show in Coffee and Drones was the best time ever. When I saw you were working with NHRL on combat robotics, I was legit smiling from ear to ear. I've been pushing hard and having a ton of fun in that space. If you ever want to come to a robot event in the Tennessee/Georgia/Florida etc areas let me know, you've got a place to hang out and I'll be happy to chauffeur you around as needed. It'll be a blast!

[@BOTGRINDER]

Awesome thanks for the offer!

[@EscapeWithMia]

It's always interesting to hear history of FPV & peoples journeys, keep kicking ass dude

[@ATekFPV]

thanks for the years of entertainment and engagement with everyone in this hobby.

[@timb3054]

You say you were never good at these videos. You are absolutely great at these videos.

[@AltAngles]

Trappy for the win!!!! Leadgendry support for sure!!!! He is that guy!!!!!! I have been watching your channel for a long time. Stay true to your craft, it's been awesome to see you grow!!

[@nicecrash]

Your channel is probably the one FPV channel I followed the entire time - I just started FPV a few months earlier and I subbed because you seemed to be an original character and an honest person❣️... suddenly you started popping up in all the podcasts and regular FPV content I consumed religiously in my first 6 years of my FPV journey so I definitely started to develop a para social relationship at that point 😅. I honestly skipped the flying part in your edits for the first years - but that changed over time, now I enjoy the full show. After all the years, you are still a person I enjoy seeing every week, thanks for sharing!

[@MrSabram07]

I've been flying for about 5 years and have enjoyed your videos very much. I even bought really cool hoodie from your website. I just like your editing style. That's the main reason I like your videos and this one is great

[@BOTGRINDER]

Hey thanks !

[@southerndig]

Hell yeah bro! congrats, You power looping a train car is what got me into flying. It was dope to see another punk flying also. Not that it matters but I personally like your "boring" videos more then the antic stuff so keep doing whatever the fuck you wanna do.

[@Dec1duousTree]

I always enjoy your videos. Also, I love that you went back to this into/outro. Thanks for sharing. You're living the dream.

[@nuzie6947]

Botgrinder is by far the best fpv content creator!

[@filipposslavik7086]

Taking all the FPV stuff aside, I have a confession to make ! You have a really great taste for music ! Seriously!

[@FPVEvan]

Such an awesome story man. I’m new in the FPV world and love watching your vids! Definitely refreshing seeing creators be them selves

[@richardclayton7170]

You’re the shit man! I remember seeing the first couple videos you made and hearing all the hate, but you stuck with it. A lot has changed over the years. I’ve been in and out of the hobby since Horizon Hobby came out with the Blade Conspiracy 220. Now I have a fleet of older quads on analog and running Spektrum protocol. Now watching you guys all fly and hang out has brought me back to the hobby again. Keep up the content man. You’re a true inspiration and a bad ass!

[@wookiefpv6614]

Thanks for getting a little sappy there. ❤ You've been a big motivation for me... "Man if this ding dong can do it so can I"... I mean that so respectfully because you seriously are an amazing person. I matter, you matter, we all matter. Keep being you Bot! Hope to meet you eventually ❤️🫶

[@un-commoncents2805]

The fact that you and cricket don't do this as a job but for the love of the hobby is why you 2 are my go to pilots for vids.

[@dougtutt2720]

Thanks for regular good vibes in a routinely crappy world. Love ya Bot!

[@MrClazyo]

Not crying, just got some shit in my eye that's all. Sir, you inspire me!

[@Crashtopher]

There once was a TV sitcom called “Eight is Enough.” This is a blatant falsehood. Here’s to eight more, sir! 🌴 🍄

[@velkrofpv6654]

I have always considered you to be a very honest perspective of our awesome hobby. keep ripping Bot!!

[@lastlythis]

I fux with you fr man. Thank you for being you and for staying on your grind. Thank you for believing in your people and for believing in yourself 💯🙏♾️.

[@MrSmithersFPV]

this might be my favorite upload so far, inspiring and really made me think about alcohol... glad to have been along for the ride since the OG days man

[@TryAgainFPV]

I've been flying for 7 and let me tell you. Shit has definitely changed. All the dji dudes who started making cinewhoop videos kinda killed the vibe 😂

[@CloneTechDrones-619]

That DIY QAV250 was my first FPV build too. The power distro board was shorted and I had to message the vendor to send me a replacement, which was the reason why that kit had to many bad reviews on Amazon.

[@koalafpv]

congrats on 8 years in the hobby dude. keep up the sick content!

[@SharkLotusFPV]

Good for you Bot! I'll admit you weren't my kind of flavor when you first started out and came on the scene but you've grown on me over the last 8 years for sure and I've seen you grow and I'm happy for your accomplishments. Trappy definitely is a G & I've heard similar stories of him helping out members of our little community. Keep up the good work and stay clean brother - as someone who is 100% sober these days it's definitely a better quality of life for sure. Keep up the content brother! 🤘

[@cptLook-WYC]

I remember you from LATFO and its awesome seeing you've become the worlds greatest drone pilot

[@andyvasquez4392]

Keep the vids rollin my dude, I love your videos because your real!!!

[@TRITONFPV]

10 years here come October. Yeah Boy! - #NEVERSTOPFLYING 💪🏻

[@ChainsawFPV]

Great video. I'm clean 5 years with FPV keeping my mind busy. Asked someone for help tuning a quad a couple weeks ago, he asked me why I did not have RPM filtering on. I said what's that? He looked at me like I had 4 heads! Lmao.

[@WRLD-FPV]

Always love the content man! Been on the fpv journey for almost 2 years now and am loving it

[@PaulieShortcuts]

The hot dog lifter and the screaming goat were money!!!!

[@revsonsrc9573]

Bot we love the real and that’s what you do. Cheers on being sober and finding a passion. I love that you don’t fold or conform to the man’s idea of projected reality. I can’t afford to be a life long patron but I’ve got some grinder gear and just truly enjoy what you have brought to the community. Never think that you haven’t impacted us in a super positive way. I hadn’t flown in years up till couple weeks ago when dji seemed to split my locals into being (better that others) I walked away but watched pirate whooping and was like man this is what it’s about just fucking ripping for fun and I put a pack on charge and got some quads working again and decided to post a video. It was one of the shortest flights and most fun I’ve had not trying to make anything of it. So again man thanks for what you do for us in the community

[@BOTGRINDER]

Thank you homie.

[@beubeurk]

Following you from the begining! you are one of the best in the community bro!

[@moochasas]

I can totally relate... while I am a totally different person to you the journey is similar..... I found FPV back in the 2014 time and it was a life changer... today i still make vids of my journey and when I am feeling down I watch them.... to remember the good times and get that feeling back.... I am super proud of you and have followed you since day dot..... your a super great person and what I respect the most is your honesty...... stay safe and greetings from down under

[@whoopsquad]

I will never stop buying TBS now- Trappy is the man!

[@benwhiteman91]

Followed you for years now dawg. Mad respect for you just being you. Ya music taste is fuckin 👌🏻 too.

[@CaptCalgary]

Been with ya for almost a full ride !! You have an amazing story don’t stop thank you for putting yourself out there for me to cling onto !!

[@Toddsnightmare]

Congrats on the anniversary. I've been flying for about 4 years

[@GimbalLockFPV]

Thats how you make a honest engaging video! My 7th anniversary coming up and that inspired me to do my own reflection.

[@megamanconrad]

Ur awesome dude. Glad u went to find urself. Awesome journey you let us watch, be part of. Reflection is what makes self awareness a beautiful blessing in our lives, just like you Bot!

[@angularfpv6572]

Always been a fan and always will be. All of your videos put a smile on my face! There you go.

[@kendrickfpv4139]

Nice look back at the years you've flown. Keep doing what you do, man!😀

[@TorontoFPV]

Ye! Sober too! Good stuff. Your wonderfully entertaining & creative. I'll forever be blown away by the can it carry a hotdog lol

[@Baatory]

Thanks for being Yourself, right or wrong. You are an inspiration. Although I've actually never even tried drugs as I know I wouldn't be able to quit. Im easily getting addicted to fun things and now channelling it into fpv(mostly)

[@funeralatpizzahut]

Love this video. Very inspiring. I've been following since about 2021. You are probably the only account i consistently watch.

[@JohnDoe50047]

One of the things I like most about your videos is your philosophy. If you made a Budgeting with Botgrinder video where you just talk about how you survive and stay happy on $500/month, I would totally watch that, even if it had nothing to do with FPV.

[@BOTGRINDER]

you have to take rent out of the equation, i was lucky enough to find a fixer upper for 18k and a friend to loan me the money. once i was free of paying rent and having that worry over my head my life got dramatically better.

[@nightfpv4652]

12min 53min. I would just like to say that you are awesome! Thanks for your videos! Keep doing you.

[@Boboo5]

Youre a legend BG. I dont fly anymore but i still enjoy your content. Keep doing BG things

[@triplebummer]

Love you, big dawg. It's been super inspiring to see you grind and rise to incredible heights. You deserve it!

[@BOTGRINDER]

thank you bro!!!!!!