Iflight Protek35 HD Insta360 GO2 First Flight

Sometimes I just can not pass up a good deal on an FPV Drone if I come by it honestly, it's not like I am trolling in Facebook Marketplace all the time looking for such deals...

Anyway, I came across a slightly older (2 years or so) Iflight Protek35 HD which is a Cinewhoop (has prop protector guards) but was advertised as being not only cinematic but also decent at more advanced freestyle flying. The HD version of the Iflight Protek35 came with an original DJI Air Unit VTX (Video Transmitter). Which means the video is transmitted in digital to the DJI Goggles at 720p which looks really good compared to analog VTX systems that look more like your old tube TV when the antenna wasn't just right.

The Iflight Protek35 HD was freshly rebuilt with new prop guards, extras blades and came with other bits and pieces, and it even included three 4S 1550mAh batteries which on their own are worth about $100 for the lot. The DJI Air Unit VTX if I was to buy one now, I would probably be looking at spending $200-$300 on Amazon for a new one if you can even find one. Yes there is a newer and better DJI VTX called the DJI 03 Air Unit which is 1080p but the difference is not a huge deal, not like the jump from analog to 720p digital.

I was able to buy the Iflight Protek35 HD with the three bats and extra goodies all for only $250, and the best part is that after a bunch of updating and tweaking in BetaFlight, it works great!

Here is my maiden flight with video from my Insta360 GO2 which I mounted to the FPV Drone, I also recorded the video feed I actual see in my DJI Integra Goggles as I am flying. Enjoy the view as I cruise around the back acreage.

55 Years Old Post Open Heart Surgery 3.5 Weeks Out Posing Update

This video was made 3.5 weeks out from my first show since my Open Heart Surgery back in January of 2023. I plan to compete first at the Vancouver Open on July 6th, and then if everything is still going well, I will also compete at the Vancouver International Pro Qualifier July 13th. I am not sure if I will be competing in both Physique and Classic Physique or just Physique this time around, and what categories I will register for? Open? Masters? Grand Masters? We will see closer to the day and how I look...

Right now I feel on track with a body fat percentage in the single digits, I need to get it down at least 3-4 more points to be stage ready. This should not be a problem as I will be losing about 2 pounds of fat per week which will drop my body fat 6-8 pounds. For around every 2 pounds or so of fat, I will drop 1% body fat so this should get me where I want to be come show day.

Now I need to start my posing practice as I am a little rusty with not a lot of time to get the rust out. I feel really good and so far I am not having any food cravings or hunger issues and I still feel I have a good level of energy. As I get closer my diet will become more and more strict so that will change near the end but I should not have to suffer too much!

Is There a Show in Store For Me Coming Up?

So here we go again... I know I was saying that I was pretty sure there where not going to be anymore shows in my future. My goal for the last year and a bit has been first of all to survive, once that was accomplished I wanted to get back to a somewhat normal life and that too was achieved, then I proceeded to for the most part do everything I was doing before with my doctors AOK and I am doing almost all of it with the exception of competing in a Fitness Show. So why not check that one off the list?

My Cardiologist has given me the green light to get back to normal life and do whatever it is I want to do with no limitations (obviously don't do anything stupid that would be harmful to ones heart). I feel great and I am in pretty decent shape to proceed the prep portion of getting ready to do a show and since I am fairly lean and have an OK base of muscle I should not have to push myself too hard and stress my body out too much. If I feel at any point that I am overloading myself I will either shut it down or back off as needed.

My goal is to get to the stage and be as competitive as I can be but I have no aspirations of winning or even placing that well as I know I will be out gunned so to speak by most of the other competitors as I will not be supplementing what is required to be competitive in an open show like the ones I hope to enter. For me that would not be a good idea and my health is the most important objective going into this event.

Watch my full video where I do go into more details about the shows I plan to attend: (the Vancouver Open and the Vancouver International Pro Qualifier). I also talk about my TRT and my plans with my TRT for the contest prep as there will be some changes made during my contest prep and I want to be fully transparent with everyone about this.

Fioboc Stay Cool New Product Video Review

Last year I Fioboc sent me some products to try out and review and I really liked them. At the time I could not really comment on how they would wear over time, that was back in October of 2023 and so I have had time to wash and wear my Fioboc clothing and it has held up very well and for the most part everything looks and feels like it did when I first got it.

This time around Fioboc sent me some more T-Shirts but this time some with V-necks which I do prefer over standard crew neck T-shirts. Fioboc also sent me a pair of really stretchy jeans that quickly turned into my favorite pair of jeans because of their fit and feel.

Fioboc did want me to point out some hey features and benefits of their recent product launch which is good to know about their product line if you are interested in pickup some Fioboc products for yourself.

Key Points:

• FIOBOC's exclusive PBS™ fabric, a result of one year of dedicated research and meticulous customization. This exceptional textile is a harmonious blend of three renewable materials: PIMA Cotton, Bamboo, and Sorona®, crafted to perfection in our unique golden ratio. This constant fine-tuning ensures the PBS™ fabric offers unparalleled softness and the highest level of skin-friendly comfort.
• StayCool is designed with everyone's needs in mind, sizes ranging from S to 5XL, each piece is customized, with 4 fits (standard/slim/extra-long), and 4 necklines (crew/v-neck/polo/hene collar) to perfectly fit all body types. And with over 22 different colors.

Features & Benefits:

• Wrinkle-free: Add anti-wrinkle process, machine wash and wear directly without ironing.
• Stay cool: use of technological fabrics, wearing a cool feeling, summer must-have.
• Moisture-wicking: Moisture-wicking, breathable, anti-bacterial and deodorizing.
• Four-way stretch: four-way stretch for mobility.
• Sustainable: environmentally friendly dyeing of fabrics.

If you like what you see in this video, then grab yourself some Fioboc products, use my discount link and code (GFO40) to save 20% on your order!

The Three Most Important Steps to Being Successful With Your Health and Fitness Goals

Watch some nice aerial drone footage of a local dog park where my wife and I like to take the boys for a walk... while I talk about the "Three Most Important Steps to Being Successful With Your Health and Fitness Goals".

I figure watching this is a lot better than looking at my big fat head for the next 5 minutes or so...

Here are the three steps I talk about in this video and there importance to your Health and Fitness success:

1. You Must Want it and You Must Plan for it
2. Make a Plan You Can Stick to and turn it Into a Routine.
3. Finish what You Started, You are Going to Fall Down Eventually.