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5 Tips To Start Your FPV Drone Racing

1. Use a quality, clean VTX setup.

If you want to race, avoid using inexpensive VTXs. This is the most crucial for newbie, to the point where most races make it a prerequisite. The issue with the less expensive ones is that their frequency band-spraying behavior interferes with other race pilots video feeds. Avoid models that don’t support Tramp or Smartaudio and have enormous SMA connectors hanging out the back. Avoid using SMA antennas altogether for a racing quad, and instead use their more effective MMCX or U.FL alternatives.

2. To prepare your quad(s)

A minimum of two quads are a smart idea to bring to a race. Here is a checklist you should follow even if you just have one. It’s ideal to do the first two at home because they will already be examined before the race, saving you time and trouble on track repairs.

Any quad must pass the failsafe and VTX power level check before it can compete. You arm the quad and switch the radio off while removing the props. The motors must halt spinning as you do this.

Use a good VTX, like we indicated, and set the power of your VTX to 25mw. When you arrive, you should already be at 25mw with props off if you already have a great one with Smartaudio configured right.

Don’t enter a race with a brand-new build. Make sure you’ve flown it earlier and are familiar with its characteristics. No hidden kinks that only surface on race day.

If you’re unfamiliar with PID tuning, don’t overtune your quad PIDs. If you bump into a fence or touch the ground, it could be dangerous. Gyro input could cause the PID loop to malfunction, causing your quad to accelerate and essentially losing control, requiring you to disarm. If you do fiddle with your PIDs, be careful to tune it with some bumps and crashes.

Verify the quality of all your cables and pin connectors. So that you avoid having this matter happen to you.

3. Bring the necessities and a chair.

When I say this, I really mean it. A foldable camping chair, an extension wire (you never know the electrical situation until you arrive to the race), a charger, tools, and extra props are all necessary.Since we’re all pals during a race, chances are someone else brought anything you forgot to bring. Ask for whatever it is you need without reservation.

4. Avoid getting too near.

Safety first; keep in mind that these things can result in very serious damage. When quads are flying, it’s a good idea to keep an eye on the track. Particularly later in the race, when the quickest pilots are together in one group. Just in case one begins to crash out or start spinning erratically at you.

Depending on the track, there may be a barrier or a net protecting the spectator area at the event, unless it is put up outside in a large open field. But even then, it’s wise to keep your distance from the net.

5. Relax a bit.

Don’t become very competitive unless you play in the major leagues. You’re there, after all, to have fun. Go slowly throughout the practice rounds, observe others flying the course, and figure it out. Avoid obsessing about who clocks the quickest lap time and attempting to beat it.

Consistency training is more crucial than speed training.Doing every obstacle correctly on the first pass for all three laps will save you the most time. Choose to complete three flawless, consistent laps rather than one exceptionally quick lap and a mistake in the other two. Start out slowly, identify the line that works best for you, keep it in mind, and only fly that.You’ll grow quicker and faster at the one line you’re following throughout the race. Look back between heats to see which hurdles you’re taking too long on and concentrate on becoming better at those.