Blade guards on the standard 3, do you remove after use?

[Jwebbe]

Hi there!

Sorry, I know this sounds dumb but do you all remove the guards? Any special case to hold the drone that will accommodate the guards on the blades?
Unfortunately I bought a case that fits everything nicely without the blade guards and after buying the guards, am thinking of returning them. Would you fly them without or any other solution to this?

 

[mikesmiley]

Unless you're flying indoors, lose them.

 

[Jwebbe]

Why do you say that? Please elaborate - sorry, I am very new to this and was told by lots of people to "get" the blade guards. I know now I won't be using them because there is no way I am going to take them off after every use to store it in the case that won't fit them.

Thanks in advance!

 

[mikesmiley]

The downwash from your props is blowing directly on them; pushing your aircraft back down while your props fight to lift it up. They waste battery power, and can become an outright liability when flying in a breeze, as they provide more surface area for wind to push against.

 

[flpholt]

don't use them act like wind sails

 

[Jwebbe]

Ok thanks for the replies - you all are more experienced at this so I do appreciate helping a newbie like me!

 

[fastfed]

if I was indoors filming a party or something, I'd use them just incase something happened and the blades were to hit someone. It might not help, but it also might help.

out doors, heck no

 

[Jwebbe]

Good to know! Thanks for the reply! It seems the consensus is NOT to use them. Must be a "newbie" thing where they ( stores ) try and get you to buy them. I fell for it, will return!

 

[mikesmiley]

Good to know! Thanks for the reply! It seems the consensus is NOT to use them. Must be a "newbie" thing where they ( stores ) try and get you to buy them. I fell for it, will return!

Welcome to the hobby, and to the forum. There's a boatload of very smart and very helpful people here. It's amazing how much good information is here and free for the taking.

 

[Jwebbe]

Ah thanks so much! I've been lurking the last few weeks trying to soak up as much as I can! Learned a lot from you all

 

[Jwebbe]

Oh shoot - I poted in the WRONG forum - SOORY - MODS<------------ can you please move this to the Standard P3 section?

 

[Droneted]

Oh shoot - I poted in the WRONG forum - SOORY - MODS<------------ can you please move this to the Standard P3 section?

does not matter as this is a universal question. I have seen it over and over in every section. I used the guards for a couple of weeks and then when I felt conformable i tossed them. The are good for beginners but do cause problems in the air when it is windy.

 

[Wibble]

Guards are only any good for indoor flying or around trees. They can cause VRS and add so much drag.
Just be careful not to overtighten screws etc.

 

[Jwebbe]

Guards are only any good for indoor flying or around trees. They can cause VRS and add so much drag.
Just be careful not to overtighten screws etc.

Thanks - I decided to return them as it seems the consensus is NOT to use them outdoors. Thanks for the reply!

 

[1800BigRob]

I do have a set of quick release prop guards on mine. Able to remove and fit neatly in my bag. Very useful indoors. Through I will admit that yes they are sails on a windy day. Used up battery very quickly in 25klm/hr winds.

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[Jwebbe]

I do have a set of quick release prop guards on mine. Able to remove and fit neatly in my bag. Very useful indoors. Through I will admit that yes they are sails on a windy day. Used up battery very quickly in 25klm/hr winds.

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Nice set up! The ones I got are more of a hassle to put on as they are to take off so I won't be using them.