3DR Solo WITH gimbal for $800 direclty from 3DR
0"For a limited time" 3DR is offering their Solo with gimbal bundle for $800 (after applying discount code DIYD20OFF). This is directly from the 3DR store, so there's no question if you're getting genuine product, if they're an authorized dealer, will the warranty be valid, etc.
https://store.3dr.com/products/3dr-solo-with-3-axis-gimbal
I'm thinking about it... anyone else? @garyhgaryh?
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I think I'm set on the P3 right now. So damn tempting since I can use other cams....
@garyhgaryh Agreed about the cameras. As GoPro technology advances, it's a simple matter to replace the camera on this Solo. Also, I like the idea of supporting and dealing with a USA based company.
@garyhgaryh Before you jump on that P3... I just remembered this little tidbit from 3DR from back when they first introduced it:
If the flight logs show Solo was lost or damaged due to a system error, 3DR will immediately repair or replace not only the drone, but the gimbal and the GoPro as well. In fact, we are so confident in the user experience that Solo offers, there’s even a limited 30-day satisfaction money-back guarantee.
Flyaway and damage guarantee covers not only the Solo and gimbal, but your GoPro as well! PLUS 30 days to change your mind.
Now where did I put that AMEX card...
Oh dear. What did I just do.
I made such a compelling argument trying to goad Gary into buying one... I even convinced myself!
@ruouttaurmind lol. You made some good arguments. I just spent $1100 on pedals for my bike! They are powertap P1 pedals. I didn't buy the the P3 Pro for $799 with my 10% ebay bucks tonight (the deal with the 10% off ended 30 minutes ago). That would make it $720! I've spent too much in the last 24 hrs. However, my friend is still trying to get me to buy his P3 PRO for $700. I still might bite, but I better start working soon if I keep spending like I am (I quit my job to take care of my daughter but I don't feel good not bringing in the bacon).
@ruouttaurmind Did you convince yourself to buy the Solo? :)
@garyhgaryh Yup. The damage is done. It's in Berkeley right now. FedEx says I'll have it on Friday. Just in time for a weekend crash report! Er, uh, I mean weekend review!
@ruouttaurmind I still can't believe you got the solo! I'm a few days behind catching up... next thing I know, you bought a solo!! Are you going to keep it?
@garyhgaryh Check my other thread. I spent quite a bit of time with it this weekend and it's left an impression.
I was watching 3DR's Solo Flight School videos last night and realized a couple of things.
First, 3DR's Colin Guinn wears the same Maui Jim's that I have.
Second, this thing is going to be next level awesome if it works right:
@ruouttaurmind One word: awesome
Does the P3 have any of the camera features that solo has? (follow me, watch me, orbit, etc)
@garyhgaryh I'm not sure. I didn't have my P3 long enough to find out.
Very nice! A bit pricey, but given what I've spent on various and sundry UAVs over the last year or so, I could have bought three of 'em. With GoPros.
@ruouttaurmind Damn you...purchased. $799.96 no tax and using free shipping.
@DJMajickMan Sweet! Did you buy directly from 3DR?
@ruouttaurmind yes.
@DJMajickMan Free shipping was not an option when I placed my order. I see now they've added "Free ground shipping". They only hit me for $12, so not a big amount really, but would have paid for a spare set of rotors. :-)