To Skin or Not to Skin.

[Bob in Savannah]

I've always skinned every device I've ever had. From iPods and iPhones to Xboxes and PCs, I've always skinned them everything. I skin skateboards and OneWheels and charging blocks and Jul vapes.. lol I skin anything I can because I think MY IDEAS are better.. lol This is Including my recent Mini 2. I wasn't real happy with the latest mini 2 skin but maybe thats the point here... I'm "evolving."

So, with this NEW Mavic 3 that I just received, I'm starting to think that I do NOT want to cover this BEAUTIFUL "Precious" of mine up. Its "dark package" just OOZES coolness and swagger to me. Personally, I think its B.A.

I would like to know where people stand on this subject and if skinning is as popular as I think it is. Please vote and comment.

Thank you for your time.

 

[old man mavic]

@OJsakila ,well ,i have skins on both my MPP and MM ,but when it came to the Mini 3 ,i decided not to put a skin on it ,as i like it just the way it is ,so just go with your gut ,and do what works for you

 

[Ty Pilot]

It's funny you ask this. I just visited a friend I hadn't seen in a while (3 years) who is also a photographer and flyer. He has never seen any of the DJI stuff so I took my M2P over to show him and discuss thoughts about it. As I talked, he was starring at it quite a bit and asked about how I got it to 'look' the way I did. He did not know about wraps but was impressed.

I did just one of my drones (M2P) just to see how it looked and how it would weather time. I like that it can still be removed and not effect the drone's surface in any way. If I could get skins for my other drones that matched - I would. That said, if I ever sell the drone I would remove and return to stock. It's a personal thing and the best part is that it is not permanent so when/if you change your mind, you can do so with no ill effects what-so-ever.

 

[Bob in Savannah]

It's funny you ask this. I just visited a friend I hadn't seen in a while (3 years) who is also a photographer and flyer. He has never seen any of the DJI stuff so I took my M2P over to show him and discuss thoughts about it. As I talked, he was starring at it quite a bit and asked about how I got it to 'look' the way I did. He did not know about wraps but was impressed.

I did just one of my drones (M2P) just to see how it looked and how it would weather time. I like that it can still be removed and not effect the drone's surface in any way. If I could get skins for my other drones that matched - I would. That said, if I ever sell the drone I would remove and return to stock. It's a personal thing and the best part is that it is not permanent so when/if you change your mind, you can do so with no ill effects what-so-ever.

Your skin is AWESOME and looks really clean. +1 Yes, the fact that they are NOT permanent is a huge plus. I DO like yours, tho. Id like to see some different skin manufacturers other than MightySkin and DecalGirl.. Yours looks great!

 

[Phantomrain.org]

I am huge fan of both the Skin and the Wet Suit to provide Function with a little Personality.

Phantomrain.org
Gear to fly in the Rain and look nice with a skin.

 

[13_Dragons]

Yep I put skin on my New Mini 2

 

[Bob in Savannah]

I am huge fan of both the Skin and the Wet Suit to provide Function with a little Personality.

Phantomrain.org
Gear to fly in the Rain and look nice with a skin.

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Thats really super preventative looking!! +1 You have a great unique business!!!

 

[Garatshay]

I've always skinned every device I've ever had. From iPods and iPhones to Xboxes and PCs, I've always skinned them everything. I skin skateboards and OneWheels and charging blocks and Jul vapes.. lol I skin anything I can because I think MY IDEAS are better.. lol This is Including my recent Mini 2. I wasn't real happy with the latest mini 2 skin but maybe thats the point here... I'm "evolving."

So, with this NEW Mavic 3 that I just received, I'm starting to think that I do NOT want to cover this BEAUTIFUL "Precious" of mine up. Its "dark package" just OOZES coolness and swagger to me. Personally, I think its B.A.

I would like to know where people stand on this subject and if skinning is as popular as I think it is. Please vote and comment.

Thank you for your time.

I have a fluorescent orange skin on my drones to enhance visibility - it works very well

 

[akdrone]

Yep I put skin on my New Mini 2View attachment 153740

Where did that one come from

 

[akdrone]

I have a fluorescent orange skin on my drones to enhance visibility - it works very well

I ordered a green one and when it arrived it was more of a dull green…about the color of the local tree leaves…I didn’t put it on LOL

 

[akdrone]

It's funny you ask this. I just visited a friend I hadn't seen in a while (3 years) who is also a photographer and flyer. He has never seen any of the DJI stuff so I took my M2P over to show him and discuss thoughts about it. As I talked, he was starring at it quite a bit and asked about how I got it to 'look' the way I did. He did not know about wraps but was impressed.

I did just one of my drones (M2P) just to see how it looked and how it would weather time. I like that it can still be removed and not effect the drone's surface in any way. If I could get skins for my other drones that matched - I would. That said, if I ever sell the drone I would remove and return to stock. It's a personal thing and the best part is that it is not permanent so when/if you change your mind, you can do so with no ill effects what-so-ever.


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A skin designed to hide the drone if it goes down…nice…

 

[akdrone]

I put a skin on my FPV. Then I added bracers. Now I can’t remove the bracers as they are on so tight that attempting to remove them pulls at the leg area enclosing the motor and it appears it will break it off. The bracers are now permanent LOL

 

[Ty Pilot]

Where did that one come from

Decal Girl

 

[Ty Pilot]

A skin designed to hide the drone if it goes down…nice…

One might think that but in reality, its not gonna be much harder to find than a dark grey drone. Even still, it makes a case to fly the drone in a manner that lessens the chance that it 'goes down' ,

 

[hiflyer201]

One might think that but in reality, its not gonna be much harder to find than a dark grey drone. Even still, it makes a case to fly the drone in a manner that lessens the chance that it 'goes down' ,

I like the skin but the problem for me is that I run the other way when I even think I see snake. I'd never get close enough to check.

 

[Bob in Savannah]

I put a skin on my FPV. Then I added bracers. Now I can’t remove the bracers as they are on so tight that attempting to remove them pulls at the leg area enclosing the motor and it appears it will break it off. The bracers are now permanent LOL

I'm an idiot. HOWEVER, I DID search the word, "bracers," before posting this...This was the only post that came up. lol

What are "bracers???" lol

 

[akdrone]

I'm an idiot. HOWEVER, I DID search the word, "bracers," before posting this...This was the only post that came up. lol

What are "bracers???" lol

The FPV can add a set of arms between the legs to brace the frame.

 

[Bob in Savannah]

The FPV can add a set of arms between the legs to brace the frame.

Oohhh... Right on. I had no idea. That makes sense, too. I bet that thing can produce a good amount of torque.

 

[Eagle Eye 62]

I've always skinned every device I've ever had. From iPods and iPhones to Xboxes and PCs, I've always skinned them everything. I skin skateboards and OneWheels and charging blocks and Jul vapes.. lol I skin anything I can because I think MY IDEAS are better.. lol This is Including my recent Mini 2. I wasn't real happy with the latest mini 2 skin but maybe thats the point here... I'm "evolving."

So, with this NEW Mavic 3 that I just received, I'm starting to think that I do NOT want to cover this BEAUTIFUL "Precious" of mine up. Its "dark package" just OOZES coolness and swagger to me. Personally, I think its B.A.

I would like to know where people stand on this subject and if skinning is as popular as I think it is. Please vote and comment.

Thank you for your time.

I have a skin on my Mavic 3 and it works pretty well. I put one on my Mini 3 and it has so many curves and sharp edges, it peels way too easy. I also don't think the quality of the film was as good though.

 

[Bob in Savannah]

I have a skin on my Mavic 3 and it works pretty well. I put one on my Mini 3 and it has so many curves and sharp edges, it peels way too easy. I also don't think the quality of the film was as good though.

I was wondering... I've been critical of my Decalgirl skin on my Mini 2.. THIS is why I've made this poll/post. Nice insight. +1

Who did you purchase your Mavic 3 skin from that you're happy with??