Search results for query: *

  1. C

    Drone for Christmas

    I see what your doing but as soon as you hit your first branch, then what? I like thinking out side the box, but I cant think of a spot were this idea would help Of course - you're right, it would not work in that situation. Was just an idea to try and address the type situation of situation...
  2. C

    Drone for Christmas

    Don't mean to derail this thread, and realise that I'm among those who have rope/throwline experience way beyond mine - but I was wondering if the following technique could be used to tie a running bowline just beneath the crown of this tree (I read it somewhere else online, but have never tried...
  3. C

    Drone for Christmas

    Same here; the Phantom 3 is the one I'd try next - looks to be the best combination of value and ability for those just starting out with drones. From what I read/see - there are also many ways in which it can be modified.
  4. C

    Drone for Christmas

    What kinda drone d'ya get treesmith? - What's it like? Did you mean to put it near the tree? :)
  5. C

    Drone for Christmas

    A throw/line could be reeled/spooled off from a drone. This might have some advantages over a (remote or otherwise) 'payload drop' system (which could be done) as the reel/spool is let out (depending on the tension/friction/weight) behind the drone on the line. I worry that the weight of the...
  6. C

    Drone for Christmas

    Thanks woodslinger - excellent resource. I'm totally out of my depth there, but everyone has to start somewhere, huh. Thanks lumberjack - your videos are amazing - you obviously know what you are doing. Of course, you're right - it would suck in many ways, but be a bonus for a few. Pros for...
  7. C

    Drone for Christmas

    Really know nothing about drones - bought a syma x11 with the crazy idea of using it to help set a throwline in a tree (and if that wasn't possible - just have a bit of fun). Fun was/is/still had though at around $30 this is really just a toy; if even just the battery is slightly moved in its...
Back
Top