2008Steadi-Newbies forum
Managing wind-induced corrections on a Flyer LE stabilizer during extended shots
18 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- Wind causes frequent corrections on the pan and roll axes when flying a Flyer LE, particularly noticeable during long continuous shots
- Increasing the mass of the camera payload adds inertia that makes the rig more resistant to wind disturbance
- Wind stoppers constructed as rigid panels positioned at 90 degrees behind the operator can reduce wind effects
- Antlers increase pan inertial resistance and help counteract wind-induced movements
- Gyroscopic stabilization systems exist for this application but pricing and Flyer LE compatibility are uncertain
- Extended practice sessions holding level shots builds operator stamina and control, progressing from 10 minutes to 20 minutes of continuous flight
- A camera system weighing 12 pounds leaves room for additional mass to increase stabilizing inertia
Depends on
- Gyro system availability and pricing for the Flyer LE platform was unclear at time of discussion
- The advice applies to a 12 pound camera payload which is relatively light
- Wind stopper and antler solutions lack detailed specifications or construction guidance in the thread
- Stamina building results are anecdotal from a single operator