Using Drones in the Backcountry? @BackcountryPilgrim

Uploaded August 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

As a general rule, I hate drones. They're loud and invasive - and even if I was willing to put up with that for some good footage, they're also expensive, heavy, and require a license to "pilot." The new Ruko U11 Mini-Drone is said to overcome these objections. So here I find out if it can change my mind about using drones in the backcountry.

LINKS FROM THIS VIDEO
#Ruko #U11MINI
Ruko U11 Mini Drone - amzn.to/3S8vjcQ
How Drones Can Start Fires Accidentally and Intentionally (droneblog) - droneblog.com/how-drones-can-start-fires-accidentally-and-intentionally
No, you shouldn’t take your drone hiking (advnture) - advnture.com/features/drones-hiking

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