great message Evan. Specially nowadays when pilots get free props and think they are PROs, not PROmoters. Make more content like this. They need to hear it from a real pro
100% accurate. I'm mainly an RC heli pilot thats been sponsored in the past by a few different companies and admittedly i'm not the top flyer. However the reason I get noticed is, I attend events, help those that need it, create social media content (as I enjoy it). Don't go hunting for sponsorships you'll only piss people off... Love my TinyTrainer its a beast.
Bro, every time I think of an off the wall topic to look up surrounding fpv and I think to myself no way someone has dropped a video on this topic you pop up.. Thanks brother for the content. Always super helpful. Plus I do love five33
@@headsupfpv hey man, but since I gave you a compliment on the company can I get some free Motors now? Promise I will #you 😂😂 totally kidding Evan. Please don't block me LOL
Thanks Evan I want 2 bring 533 to Morristown. I feel like the community needs it Fpv changed my life and mental health and I never saw it coming. I literally can't wait to fly the tiny trainer I just charged the battery lol I couldn't find a lipo charger in Morristown no rc drone r here other than Walmart it's ashamed considering you skip and 533 just down the road. Im very proud to tell everyone about it and the looks on people's faces when I tell them where it came from. 😮❤❤❤
The BIGGEST thing about being a sponsored pilot that most people don't realize, is that as a sponsored pilot you become a part of the marketing department of said sponsor. It's a responsibility more than anything. EVERYTHING you do reflects back upon that company, both good and bad. If you don't USE the product you're asking about, how is any company going to think that you believe in the product you're endorsing? For reference, I've been sponsored by JR Propo since the 90s, and BVM Jets for about the last 10 years. This video is 100% on point.
Good video! Lots of good points. Pleasure to meet you and your pilots in Bonner Springs, Kansas. And thanks for signing my flip switch. I'm hooked on Multi GP Racing. Congrats on being on the podium!
When i first got into FPV I was sponsored by CycloneFPV I was a terrible pilot. I wasn't fast at all ( still not ) but i showed up to every race, i hung Cyclones banner at my tent at every race, I made videos for cyclone about builds and racing and into freestyle. I wore the hoodie, i passed out promo gear and ultimately we designed my own freestyle frame and several pilots in the area flew them. We had a good run. Now i look for sponsors for my whoop races, so i can give to the community and promote the brands. Its not easy especially when pilots that win dont always TAG the sponsors. I just like to give to the community.
Nice video man! I think being liked is a big one. I’m sure not many companies want their name tied to an asshole that causes problems in the community.
Og company sponsorship is more prestigious. A newer company is easier but may be an opportunity cost. Just my 2c😊 making content or winning is a good thing to bing to the table 🎉
I would love to get sponsored for the main reason of getting other people into the hobby in my hometown. There are a few people that fly, but no one gets out or gets together. I think it would be amazing to get some gates so I could set up a track once every couple of weeks to get people out and flying. I could probably get our local flight filled to even allow us to come in so those that do not have remote ID can join in as well. I’m getting tired of flying alone.
I love that one of the benefits to be an affiliate is the cookies. I love cookies. lol. I will register with the affiliate links. I’m at least a good person or at least I think I am. and I can probably give a few clicks to the 533 page with the affiliate links. Oh and in my page i have some videos. I think I need to work more on my editing and maybe add some voiceover to add more explanation to my drone setup.
After 5 years in the hobby, sponsorship still confuses me. At one point, I actively grinded with the thoughts of getting better, and getting sponsored. Then I see some pilots who have a bunch of sponsors, yet are terrible at flying. Lol After a while I gave up, and just fly for myself now. I also don't fly "top name" products. I like to fly what everyone says will NOT work. I run old school PH2 connectors on my whoops because everyone says its the worst thing to do. To them I say this, I still qualified 9th in Elite whoop class at Champs with my "junk" setup, while they had the best products available, and did not even make Pro class.......... Spend your time flying, not worrying about the politics of it.
Well said Chainsaw! I think a huge part of even thinking about trying to get sponsors is testing the gear. Liz and I spent forever finding a frame that met our requirements. We only reached out asking for a sponsorship after we had flown the speedsource SLX/SLEX for a year!
You certainly have taken the stance of business owner. 100% correct that sponsored pilots should provide the company return on their investment. But It is a rare case... Fast pilots will fly what other fast pilots fly. Whichever company can get their name behind it first wins. In the racing scene, it seems flinging free product for the names on the leaderboard might be the only way for a smaller company to gain recognition.
great video as always dude! personally I don't even care about the parts i would be happy to just be on a race team and get a jersey. i promote the companies i use because i enjoy there products and they keep me in the air & doing what i love. the dream is being a team pilot for tinywhoop lol maybe one day xD
i would also add that being a good representative to the hobby to new pilots and your general community is awesome. companies want people who represent them well. =)
I mean I’ve flown and built for ten years from back in the days! I’ve thought it would be cool to rep for some companies I spend all my money with. But I don’t use social media other than watching things on TH-cam. I don’t even post. Obviously that’s an issue. I really enjoy ripping 1s - 6s. I fly In Unique places as I travel and I could very easily and clearly review items based on knowledge and experience. However these days posting is required unless someone posts for me and in reality I just love the hobby and getting others hyped on it. My 6 year old son can talk tech on quads and fly and laughs and smiles and that’s what it’s all about. I even have a part 107 that I don’t even use. I just wanted it. My point is, sponsorship whether it’s drones or motocross or skateboarding (which I was for years competitively) should make people want your products and get hyped on it. It’s easy to hype someone up if you (the reviewer or user) is stoked to be using it and not just asking for free stuff or looking for likes. If you can’t afford the cost of parts and accessories then maybe the hobby isn’t for you. The one thing I’ve always wished I had more of is simply people to fly with so we can all be stoked together on where you’re at. The tricks your attempting at or on what features. It reminds me of skating spots back in the day. Man. Those were the days. Anyway I wasn’t trying to toot my own horn. I really appreciate your video and information and your products are cool. I’ve used one frame. It was nice! Thanks for the content. And hey FPV’ers. Remember just have fun! Flow happens when you’re having fun.
Currently building a five33 ludicrous quad running aos 2207 1570kv 8s motors, aio neutronrc f745 60/80amp 8s, naked vista nebula pro nano, 2.4 elrs rx, bonka 1380mah 180c 8s lipo or tattu 1050mah 150c 8s and also got a 12s 7inch build, but waiting on am32 to sort out the 8-12s issues hope you like my builds when they are finished,
The thing that I get the ick from, is when people beg sponsors to sponsor them. I only want a sponsor whos products I believe in and would happily rep. However. I will NEVER rep a company unless I am sponsored. I wont put hashtags (unless im reviewing a product on my own accord, and I will always give the positive with the negative). Why would I advertise for free? The Ick = begging companies for free stuff. I will never do it. Come to me if my channel, flying, and vibe matches what you want. Till then Ill just buy my stuff and others should too. Dont e-beg :)
Aye.. I feel like I'm qualified to get sponsored, I just don't post enough content.. I've been flying certain brands for years and have always stood behind them, I just need the push to post more videos..
Im not sponsored but when i do ill be using their name in every video. the sponsorship also help with a professional look. Shout out to FPVwithPatrick his videos looks so professional with his intros which is basically an ad for his sponsors
Love this. The two-sided perspective makes it all the more powerful. Two more small things I’ve seen sponsors love in the past. Clean builds - well built and maintained gear will reflect better on the company. Everybody crashes, everybody midairs. But consistent gear issues aren’t a good reflection on sponsors’ products. Good feedback - tons of people will take gear and fly it. Or even take gear and post it. But prompt, concise in-field testing feedback returned to the company rep holds tremendous value. Appreciate your transparency and realness as always, some truly invaluable knowledge from living this industry! 533 to the moon 🚀
I believe 100% in the loyalty. Find products YOU trust as a pilot, genuinely believing in a product is way more powerful than hollow promotion
Agreed 👏🏻
great message Evan. Specially nowadays when pilots get free props and think they are PROs, not PROmoters. Make more content like this. They need to hear it from a real pro
Great video with a lot of awesome information! Keep it up brother!
100% accurate. I'm mainly an RC heli pilot thats been sponsored in the past by a few different companies and admittedly i'm not the top flyer. However the reason I get noticed is, I attend events, help those that need it, create social media content (as I enjoy it). Don't go hunting for sponsorships you'll only piss people off... Love my TinyTrainer its a beast.
Bro, every time I think of an off the wall topic to look up surrounding fpv and I think to myself no way someone has dropped a video on this topic you pop up.. Thanks brother for the content. Always super helpful. Plus I do love five33
LOL this is hysterical. Thanks for watching !
@@headsupfpv hey man, but since I gave you a compliment on the company can I get some free Motors now? Promise I will #you 😂😂 totally kidding Evan. Please don't block me LOL
Thanks Evan I want 2 bring 533 to Morristown. I feel like the community needs it Fpv changed my life and mental health and I never saw it coming. I literally can't wait to fly the tiny trainer I just charged the battery lol I couldn't find a lipo charger in Morristown no rc drone r here other than Walmart it's ashamed considering you skip and 533 just down the road. Im very proud to tell everyone about it and the looks on people's faces when I tell them where it came from. 😮❤❤❤
Thanks for bringing value to the community for real
Let’s go Evan 👊🏻 Great video .
Great job spelling this out Evan😎! I am going to pass this on to a friend as well.
The BIGGEST thing about being a sponsored pilot that most people don't realize, is that as a sponsored pilot you become a part of the marketing department of said sponsor. It's a responsibility more than anything. EVERYTHING you do reflects back upon that company, both good and bad. If you don't USE the product you're asking about, how is any company going to think that you believe in the product you're endorsing?
For reference, I've been sponsored by JR Propo since the 90s, and BVM Jets for about the last 10 years.
This video is 100% on point.
Awesome! You are a good marketer Evan san!
Interesting take on the FPV business. Enjoyed the video.
thank you for the great content on and off the track. you are the man! keep this up!
Great video! These insights are great and pushing FPV forward 🙌
I love all of this
It’s super valuable & important information most won’t share
this is contributing to the masses
One love
all in for these evan rants! great information dude.
Thanks for your hard work.
Thanks for your support !
Great info dude, you are a great example of someone who always manages to educate 🎉
Great video mate! love the rant, very informative. Cheers
Good video! Lots of good points. Pleasure to meet you and your pilots in Bonner Springs, Kansas. And thanks for signing my flip switch. I'm hooked on Multi GP Racing. Congrats on being on the podium!
"The bar to be a sponsored pilot is on the floor"
Me, trying to play limbo anyway: 'LFG'
Great stuff
When i first got into FPV I was sponsored by CycloneFPV I was a terrible pilot. I wasn't fast at all ( still not ) but i showed up to every race, i hung Cyclones banner at my tent at every race, I made videos for cyclone about builds and racing and into freestyle. I wore the hoodie, i passed out promo gear and ultimately we designed my own freestyle frame and several pilots in the area flew them. We had a good run. Now i look for sponsors for my whoop races, so i can give to the community and promote the brands. Its not easy especially when pilots that win dont always TAG the sponsors. I just like to give to the community.
episode 100 bruh
Awesome vid, Evan - thank you for your insight ❤❤❤
You’re truly inspirational, hopefully I can join the team soon!!
Nice video man! I think being liked is a big one. I’m sure not many companies want their name tied to an asshole that causes problems in the community.
Can't agree more!!
Og company sponsorship is more prestigious. A newer company is easier but may be an opportunity cost. Just my 2c😊 making content or winning is a good thing to bing to the table 🎉
I would love to get sponsored for the main reason of getting other people into the hobby in my hometown. There are a few people that fly, but no one gets out or gets together. I think it would be amazing to get some gates so I could set up a track once every couple of weeks to get people out and flying.
I could probably get our local flight filled to even allow us to come in so those that do not have remote ID can join in as well. I’m getting tired of flying alone.
For real
I love that one of the benefits to be an affiliate is the cookies. I love cookies.
lol. I will register with the affiliate links. I’m at least a good person or at least I think I am. and I can probably give a few clicks to the 533 page with the affiliate links. Oh and in my page i have some videos. I think I need to work more on my editing and maybe add some voiceover to add more explanation to my drone setup.
this is one of my goals in life is to become a pro racer
Great advice
Analytics!
After 5 years in the hobby, sponsorship still confuses me. At one point, I actively grinded with the thoughts of getting better, and getting sponsored. Then I see some pilots who have a bunch of sponsors, yet are terrible at flying. Lol After a while I gave up, and just fly for myself now. I also don't fly "top name" products. I like to fly what everyone says will NOT work. I run old school PH2 connectors on my whoops because everyone says its the worst thing to do. To them I say this, I still qualified 9th in Elite whoop class at Champs with my "junk" setup, while they had the best products available, and did not even make Pro class.......... Spend your time flying, not worrying about the politics of it.
Well said Chainsaw! I think a huge part of even thinking about trying to get sponsors is testing the gear. Liz and I spent forever finding a frame that met our requirements. We only reached out asking for a sponsorship after we had flown the speedsource SLX/SLEX for a year!
Great information
You certainly have taken the stance of business owner. 100% correct that sponsored pilots should provide the company return on their investment. But It is a rare case... Fast pilots will fly what other fast pilots fly. Whichever company can get their name behind it first wins. In the racing scene, it seems flinging free product for the names on the leaderboard might be the only way for a smaller company to gain recognition.
I'm very lucky that I'm well known in the online scene and give back to the community with my creative pilot minifigure ❤
Great rant! 🎉🎉🎉 give me free caramels!!!😂
great video as always dude! personally I don't even care about the parts i would be happy to just be on a race team and get a jersey. i promote the companies i use because i enjoy there products and they keep me in the air & doing what i love. the dream is being a team pilot for tinywhoop lol maybe one day xD
My videos are extremely educational. I show everybody what NOT to do!
Lol same here
preach!
i would also add that being a good representative to the hobby to new pilots and your general community is awesome. companies want people who represent them well. =)
U driving in south FL that bridge looked like the bridge over 95 by Vero beach
Knoxville TN!
I mean I’ve flown and built for ten years from back in the days! I’ve thought it would be cool to rep for some companies I spend all my money with. But I don’t use social media other than watching things on TH-cam. I don’t even post. Obviously that’s an issue. I really enjoy ripping 1s - 6s. I fly In Unique places as I travel and I could very easily and clearly review items based on knowledge and experience. However these days posting is required unless someone posts for me and in reality I just love the hobby and getting others hyped on it. My 6 year old son can talk tech on quads and fly and laughs and smiles and that’s what it’s all about. I even have a part 107 that I don’t even use. I just wanted it. My point is, sponsorship whether it’s drones or motocross or skateboarding (which I was for years competitively) should make people want your products and get hyped on it. It’s easy to hype someone up if you (the reviewer or user) is stoked to be using it and not just asking for free stuff or looking for likes. If you can’t afford the cost of parts and accessories then maybe the hobby isn’t for you. The one thing I’ve always wished I had more of is simply people to fly with so we can all be stoked together on where you’re at. The tricks your attempting at or on what features. It reminds me of skating spots back in the day. Man. Those were the days. Anyway I wasn’t trying to toot my own horn. I really appreciate your video and information and your products are cool. I’ve used one frame. It was nice! Thanks for the content. And hey FPV’ers. Remember just have fun! Flow happens when you’re having fun.
Awesome video. I think there needs to be more of giving back instead of the culture of pilots being about themselves and giving something back.
Super
Currently building a five33 ludicrous quad running aos 2207 1570kv 8s motors, aio neutronrc f745 60/80amp 8s, naked vista nebula pro nano, 2.4 elrs rx, bonka 1380mah 180c 8s lipo or tattu 1050mah 150c 8s and also got a 12s 7inch build, but waiting on am32 to sort out the 8-12s issues hope you like my builds when they are finished,
This sounds insane!
@@headsupfpv lts will be ludicrous bonkas fast
The thing that I get the ick from, is when people beg sponsors to sponsor them. I only want a sponsor whos products I believe in and would happily rep. However. I will NEVER rep a company unless I am sponsored. I wont put hashtags (unless im reviewing a product on my own accord, and I will always give the positive with the negative). Why would I advertise for free?
The Ick = begging companies for free stuff. I will never do it. Come to me if my channel, flying, and vibe matches what you want. Till then Ill just buy my stuff and others should too. Dont e-beg :)
Well said a lot of people just don't want to pay for shit. And for real you can be a jerk and promote someone else's company
hype!!
Aye.. I feel like I'm qualified to get sponsored, I just don't post enough content.. I've been flying certain brands for years and have always stood behind them, I just need the push to post more videos..
Im not sponsored but when i do ill be using their name in every video. the sponsorship also help with a professional look. Shout out to FPVwithPatrick his videos looks so professional with his intros which is basically an ad for his sponsors
I wish I could but don't have the time
Very insightful video! By the way, can I have some free motors? ;-)
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RANT!
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Love this. The two-sided perspective makes it all the more powerful. Two more small things I’ve seen sponsors love in the past.
Clean builds - well built and maintained gear will reflect better on the company. Everybody crashes, everybody midairs. But consistent gear issues aren’t a good reflection on sponsors’ products.
Good feedback - tons of people will take gear and fly it. Or even take gear and post it. But prompt, concise in-field testing feedback returned to the company rep holds tremendous value.
Appreciate your transparency and realness as always, some truly invaluable knowledge from living this industry! 533 to the moon 🚀
1000% agree on your points!
does age matter
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FIVE33❤️🔥
I am the worst pilote in the word 😊 but I am good person. If some one send me drone I will menshon his name evry flight