Winter landing gear for RCExplorer V3 (10mm booms)

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Landing gear made simple by attaching zip ties to the 10mm booms of the RCExplorer. The increased surface area keeps the tricopter out of deep snow, but it also increases drag while flying. It's a give-and-take situation. The landing gear provides the tricopter with 72mm clearance between the ground and booms. Weight depends on infill percentage at about 11g. For summer use, attach the standalone leg to achieve 72mm height. For winter, add the separate foot and secure it to the 10mm boom using a single zip tie. Keep in mind that when impacting hard, the leg may spin around on the boom. Position ESCs safely on top or the front of the boom to avoid damage risk from impacts. Test footage is available at http://youtu.be/BwWds6JtMMY