Solo battery @ BestBuy: $41.99 + tax w/ free shipping

jamedved · May 10, 2017

Solo battery @ BestBuy: $41.99 + tax w/ free shipping:

3DR - Solo Smart Rechargeable Battery - Black

Also, the 3DR backpack is 69.99:

3DR - Backpack for Solo - Black

The stock props are now listed on their site for 3.99, but no shipping....in store if available only:

3DR - Propellers for 3DR Solo Drones (2-Pack) - Black

Enjoy!

unashamed · May 10, 2017

Great find buddy!
I wanna buy you a beer!

unashamed · May 10, 2017

Now the question is do I get three or four?
I already have two for my solo I rotate. Im thinking I can fit 6 total (5 into the bag 1 on solo)
Does that sound right?

aerial desert · May 10, 2017

Does anyone know of or recommend the storage life for these batteries? Is it a good idea to stock up on batteries and keep them in storage? I ask this because I would like to take advantage of good deals as they come up and keep a good stock on hand. Thanks

DaveB · May 10, 2017

Thanks for the info. I have 2 ordered. PS: they do charge Tax

klineka · May 10, 2017

Wow!!! I ordered the backpack from ebay on Friday for $84 now its at bestbuy for $70 UGH

unashamed · May 10, 2017

I got 4, going to be an awesome summer vacation [emoji41]. Thinking about an extra backpack for my spare solo, but that may be overkill.

vmaniqui · May 10, 2017

ok. that went so fast. either someone grab them all or none in inventory. as there are none available 250 miles from my area (San Francisco) for everything.

just_bruce · May 10, 2017

I believe there are none available in stores, period. Pretty sure they are clearing the warehouse of stock. Why should they pay for trucking when you'll do it?

jamedved · May 10, 2017

Yeah, that was fast....I was able to get a few though.

Sorry guys, they must not have had much of an inventory. I'll keep checking just in case it comes back in stock.

The backpack is still available though.

unashamed · May 10, 2017

I was on the fence between2, 3 and 4.
Glad I got 4.
Im thinking some other reseller bought them all up.

hardhat068 · May 10, 2017

https://www.rakuten.com/prod/3dr-qu...6-qhoOMav7qmGnUZJTTrR74Vgkp7BlapT3xoCDw3w_wcB

Refurbished batteries. Bought 2 so far, and they perform well.

SteveReno · May 10, 2017

aerial desert said:
Does anyone know of or recommend the storage life for these batteries? Is it a good idea to stock up on batteries and keep them in storage? I ask this because I would like to take advantage of good deals as they come up and keep a good stock on hand. Thanks

just read this @ FB/Solo Mod Club

Question: Longevity
Item: Solo Battery

How to Misuse a Solo Battery:

"Needs more research"

1. Allowing them to discharge too much.. leaving them for many months without a charge..
2. Discharging too far.. Most users recommends RTL @ 20%
3. Getting them too hot..
4. Getting them too cold..
5. Keeping them fully charged..

The batteries on board electronics "Smart Battery" protects itself from most of these... but the one it doesn't protect from... high current discharge.. as this is a flying device, having a battery shut down to protect itself is not really an option, so safety is prioritised over cycles..

The battery is rated as 5C.. which is only 26A, but in strong gusty wind, it can actually pull nearly 160A

unashamed · May 10, 2017

That's an extremely low "C" rating. I have some extremely hot packs after evening flying here in Atlanta.ill be a little easier on handling from now on

SteveReno · May 10, 2017

unashamed said:
That's an extremely low "C" rating. I have some extremely hot packs after evening flying here in Atlanta.ill be a little easier on handling from now on

Out of 7, I've just had one go bad on me..