The Gannet Sport Universal release system is a lightweight, mechanically-driven release designed specifically for drone fishing with the Autel Evo. This system offers superior performance and safety compared to other drone release mechanisms. It’s scientifically proven to be the world’s best pressure release system for fishing with drones.
Key Features of the Gannet for Autel Evo
- Fully Mechanical, Battery-Free Operation: The Gannet Sport operates mechanically, eliminating the need for batteries or electronics, reducing weight and increasing reliability.
- Ultra-Lightweight Design: Weighing only 13g, it’s seven times lighter than competing releases, maximizing flight time and payload capacity. This weight saving translates to approximately 3 minutes of additional flight time per battery compared to heavier mechanical releases.
- VPS Compatibility: Designed to avoid interference with the Autel Evo’s vital Visual Positioning Sensors (VPS). Maintaining active VPS ensures safe and precise landings, especially crucial when operating near water.
- Tool-Free Installation: Mounts quickly and securely to the Autel Evo without requiring any tools. The compact design easily fits inside your drone case.
- High Payload Capacity: While capable of releasing over 4kg, a 600-800g bait weight is recommended for the Autel Evo. Easily adjustable from 50g-800g. For general use, a setting below 600g is recommended.
- Precise Release Settings: High accuracy (±5% @ 800g setting) allows for precise adjustments, maximizing hookups and minimizing missed strikes when trawling lures or bait.
- Centralized Load Distribution: Centrally positioned below the drone to evenly distribute weight across all four motors, ensuring balanced flight and minimizing stress on the drone’s legs. This is crucial for stable flight and prevents individual motors from overworking.
- Lowest Possible Release Point: Designed for the lowest possible release point without requiring leg extensions, minimizing the risk of propeller entanglement. Positioned below the radio antennas to prevent interference with signal or navigation.
- Automatic and Instant Release: Triggers automatically when the line pull exceeds the user-defined setting. Also instantly releases if the line snags or encounters excessive force, protecting the drone. This feature is essential for preventing drone crashes due to snagged lines.
- Durable Construction: High-quality injection-molded body ensures durability and a sleek aesthetic.
- Compatible with Various Lines: Works with 0.3mm to 1.4mm drop loops made of nylon or even metal.
Why Choose the Gannet Sport over Other Releases?
The Gannet Sport is purpose-built for fishing, offering several advantages over other release mechanisms:
- Focused Functionality: Unlike multi-purpose releases, the Gannet Sport is designed exclusively for fishing with a line, ensuring optimal performance in this specific application.
- Safety Focused Design: The Gannet Sport prioritizes drone safety by instantly releasing at maximum load in the event of a sudden upset, potentially saving the drone from a crash.
- Superior Accuracy and Repeatability: Its linear spring mechanism ensures consistent and predictable release performance compared to clamp-style releases affected by friction and varying line conditions.
Addressing Common Concerns and Warnings
- Never Disable VPS: Disabling VPS or other safety features compromises the drone’s stability and landing capabilities, especially over water. The Gannet Sport is designed to function with VPS enabled.
- Avoid Yank-Release Designs: Designs requiring forceful yanking to release the line can damage the drone’s IMU and legs. The Gannet Sport’s automatic release eliminates this risk.
- Center-Balanced Loading is Critical: Off-center loading significantly reduces payload capacity and increases drone instability. The Gannet Sport ensures perfect center balance.
- Beware of High Pivot Points: Releases with high pivot points increase the risk of line entanglement with the propellers. The Gannet Sport’s low profile minimizes this danger.
Conclusion
The Gannet Sport Universal release system offers a superior solution for drone fishing with the Autel Evo. Its lightweight design, VPS compatibility, precise release mechanism, and focus on safety make it the ideal choice for anglers looking to maximize their drone fishing experience. The Gannet is designed to enhance your fishing experience, not compromise your drone’s safety.
