What is the best mounting option for gopro

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What is the best mounting option for gopro

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Hey all,

Just wondering from experience which mounting option is the best for the go pro.

I will probably mainly use it on the dirty seeing as most racetracks don't like you filming these days....
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Helmet, on the side ;)
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How do you think it would go on the side of a helmet Rob? :P
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Chest harness - just above your sternum.

Footage looks great with your arms appearing in front of you from each side of the screen like a first person POV video game.
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robracer wrote:Helmet, on the side ;)
Thanks Rob.

Wouldn't it be better on the top?
What's the thought process behind the side and which side.
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kawasinley wrote:Chest harness - just above your sternum.

Footage looks great with your arms appearing in front of you from each side of the screen like a first person POV video game.
Yep that's a thought. It could look pretty schmick.

Perhaps I spend to much time riding and no time playing video games, but what's a POV video game??
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The best place? NOT focusing on the speedo! ;)
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Have look at Gopros web site .... http://gopro.com/videos/moto/red-bull-h ... berg-rodeo

or some youtube vids ..
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Ive got mine on the dirty helmet. I generally leave the tip of the visor in shot, adds a bit of perspective.

It also allows for shooting backwards as well. :kuda:

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Ive got mine on the dirty helmet. I generally leave the tip of the visor in shot, adds a bit of perspective.

It also allows for shooting backwards as well. :kuda:

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Jonnymac wrote:
kawasinley wrote:Chest harness - just above your sternum.

Footage looks great with your arms appearing in front of you from each side of the screen like a first person POV video game.
Yep that's a thought. It could look pretty schmick.

Perhaps I spend to much time riding and no time playing video games, but what's a POV video game??
POV = point of view. Only know this because I have teenagers :P
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Top of the helmet gets caught in branches ect more than the side
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Here's a few options...I tend to favor the chest mount...

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I like side of helmet... to keep the angle as low and realistic as possible. Not the biggest fan of that 'top of the world' view.

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Try strapping to mirror stalk as well ....
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