Anyone know about drones? Good beginner ones?

greedostick

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I kinda want a drone. I guess there are different types. I think I would want a racing one, opposed to one with a really nice camera. A shit camera in a racing drone would still be cool though.

I just want to fly it fast, and do some flips and shit.

Things I would like: (Not sure if these demands are reasonable)

1. I would prefer at least 10 minutes fly time if possible,

2. Compact (like only slightly bigger than a hand, or able to be folded.

3. If a Soft padded case was included, that would be ideal. Not a large pelican briefcase. I want to be able to transport it easily. Like carry it in a backpack.

4. Under $100.00 would be nice, but may be willing to go $150.00 if I have to for a full setup.

5. The more bad ass it looks the better.

Anyway, just figured someone here would be an expert in the field. Youtube review videos mainly consist of robots that sound like Stephen Hawking. I need some real advice.
 
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I'm no expert and I don't have a lot of experience with drones. I have a FQ777 FQ05. It's cheap; it folds; and it flies nice. Battery is like 5 minutes, but it comes with 2 batteries.

I know a guy who is big into the FPV racing drones and he is a huge fan of the TinyWhoop.
 
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