AG Thumb Sticks (Taranis/Spektrum)

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The stock sticks on my radios (both the DX8 and Taranis) fall short. The main issue I face is that they are too thin and fail to grip securely on my thumb and index finger. There are two types of pilots: those who use their thumbs and those who pinch the sticks between their fingers. I've been both, and the stock sticks don't cater to either style of flying. Clearly, there's room for improvement. The AG Thumb Sticks provide a secure grip on your thumb, while allowing your index finger to roll smoothly in the groove. Once you try them, you'll notice faster race lap times. This is a highly recommended upgrade to your original sticks. I've personally tested these upgrades on my Taranis, DX8, and DX9 radios. You can choose between the plain stick ("AG Thumb Stick_noLOGO") or the one with the "A" logo ("AG Thumb Stick_withLOGO"). The plain version feels smoother on the finger tip, but the LOGO version provides better grip. Both versions suit my flying style. For my throttle stick, I prefer the plain stick on the left, while using the LOGO stick on the right (cyclic) stick. UPDATE: People asked me for a shorter version of the sticks I uploaded earlier, so I've uploaded another STL file called "AG Thumb Stick_shortversion". This is ideal for pilots who prefer a longer throw. Shorter sticks result in less sensitive movement, while longer sticks make it more agile. For FPV racing, I find it's best to be able to cover the full range of stick movement quickly and with ease (I also loosen the gimbals to reduce tension). This is why I prefer the original length of AG Thumb Sticks. The original length provides a comfortable space for your index finger. However, I do prefer this shorter version when flying with just my thumbs. I still fly helicopters this way, and find the shorter version much better suited to this type of flying.