DO you need a gimbal lock?

[Niall2104]

I got a backpack today and everything was fine but if I'm travelling with my drone do I need the gimbal lock as djis one is terrible I nearly break the gimbal taking it off and on, is it necessary to have one , and what would happen if you dont

 

[AeroMirage]

You should definitely use a lock of some sort backpacking it.
Without one, you will likely damage camera / gimbal.
Look around, there are many different types, mainly from 3d printers.

 

[msinger]

Yes, you should always attach the gimbal lock before transporting your Phantom.

Here's a video showing how to attach the gimbal lock:

If you practice it a few times, it should be easy to do.

 

[Niall2104]

Thanks

 

[GrammatonxXXxCleric]

Definately needed. I think the DJI one is junk, so I bought one on amazon and use it every time. $5 vs. $250 for a new camera....

 

[alokbhargava]

I got a backpack today and everything was fine but if I'm travelling with my drone do I need the gimbal lock as djis one is terrible I nearly break the gimbal taking it off and on, is it necessary to have one , and what would happen if you dont

As the gimbal is not powered while storing, motors don't hold it to a position firmly. You will thus need a firm support in such cases. There are many available on eBay , buy the one you like it. We definitely need to support gimbal assembly from movements during transportation.

 

[SimonH78]

Always use the gimbal lock that came with the drone, works great and its easy to remove.

 

[chrismut]

I bought the one made by Neewer. Easier to fit and remove IMHO.

 

[flightschool610]

Always use the gimbal lock that came with the drone, works great and its easy to remove.

There are many more viable options for 5 bucks on eBay and Amazon

 

[Spikemeister]

$1.50 on eBay, easier to work with then the DJI stock brace.