Yes.Have you done glacier expeditions without support teams where you have to film and keep up with groups who won't be stopping?
No. But a few have probably already commented, including myself.Do you know anyone on the forum who has?
The only reason you think it isn't constructive is because it's not the answer you want to hear.If so I'd love for you to direct them here so they can perhaps provide some more constructive advice than you've been giving.
Not really. RC Groups if you can figure out the crappy interface and deal with all the d*ck heads.And I'm sorry, it's a forum dedicated to the phantom. I assumed it was as good a place as any to come for information regarding the phantom and related accessories, or are there better forums out there?
You wouldn't want to lash it in those circumstances. But as you know, those won't be the circumstances 100% of the time.I'd love to be able to simply lash it to the outside, it would be a dream come true, but storms, rockfalls, my bag potentially striking things during scrambles, all kinda put me off the idea.
Listen, glacier treks are going to be a great place for you to drone. Doesn't matter where, from Patagonia to Iceland. They are all beautiful. The biggest single issue you'll face packing out is weight. You don't want an ounce of extra weight. The second biggest issue is going to be getting your exposures right. You'll definetly want to bring an ND16. Maybe even an ND16/CP. you'll probably end up using a 32, or even 64. Those are your challenges. Finding a place to launch is going to be easy. A softer pack is actually ideal because you can wedge it between or on top of snow, boulders, etc to create a semi flat takeoff pad (yes, right from the pack). You'll probably want to hand catch for the landings. For a quick reposition you'll want to come up with some kind of system to lash it on to the outside. A couple bungies should do the trick on most bags.
The P4 is really ideal because it's so small. Also it can fly at high altitudes. Other than that, the P3 is fine. I'd look at a Hexo+ - which you might really like. Hexo+ Your Self-Flying Camera - Auto Follow Gopro Drone
Also a 3DR Solo might be a good cheaper alternative. It's bigger, but it can fly in very cold weather. I've flown one in -30F. Not for long, but it can do it.
Edit: oh, and get an electrostatic stylus to use your phone/tablet without taking off gloves. Electrostatic glove liners are a hassle and your hands will freeze anyway, unless they are like mine and used to it.
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