NinjaDoc Posted July 23, 2011 Report Share Posted July 23, 2011 I been thinking a lot about getting a gopro, part of me is saying rather than spending on something which we eventually run out of interest, it would be better to buy some thing else with hard earned money. Anyone got some advice, any one with the gopro here who doesnt use it any more? I am very much interested in movie making and stuff and like to shoot with the cam and edit etc. just the thought of spending 300 on some camera that just has one mode of shooting and nothing else i know its a vague question Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad324 Posted July 23, 2011 Report Share Posted July 23, 2011 you could always do what I just did. I was in the same boat of whether I would use one enough or not so I ended up scoring a cheap SD GoPro for like $80 with suction mount and all. If I end up loving it more than I think or using it more then I can just upgrade to a nice HD one later Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaDoc Posted July 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2011 ah thats good, the think is the videos on youtube most often do justice to the cam since half the fault might be with the user rendering it unfavorable to youtube etc etc is there any good example videos u got about sd gopro? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagr Posted July 23, 2011 Report Share Posted July 23, 2011 It's a fun toy not gonna lie. Time share it and split the cost with a friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natedogg624 Posted July 23, 2011 Report Share Posted July 23, 2011 one of our sponsors has them for a good price.i used to use them only for bike videos, but i've started using them more for everyday uses. i especially like the pic every two seconds for time lapse films. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad324 Posted July 23, 2011 Report Share Posted July 23, 2011 ah thats good, the think is the videos on youtube most often do justice to the cam since half the fault might be with the user rendering it unfavorable to youtube etc etc is there any good example videos u got about sd gopro?I've yet to actually use it. Bought it a month ago and just finally got the bike back this week but haven't had the time to mess around with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alienpi Posted July 23, 2011 Report Share Posted July 23, 2011 I've heard somewhere that having a GoPro is a requirement for novice at some trackdays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaDoc Posted July 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 what kind of mount is best for ride video? i mean getting a good view as well as safe? i am kinda not sure about 3m stick on one, is it strong enough? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natedogg624 Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 the 3m is plenty strong enough - strong enough that it kept the camera mounted to the bodywork while the go pro got smashed to the ground. i don't use the suction mount. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gixxie750 Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 Get a contourHD! they are better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagr Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 I usually use the handlebar mount. But uh...you haz no handlebar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaDoc Posted July 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 (edited) one stupid question, so the 3m stick will be permanent right ? how about the suction? is it strong enuf... why i ask if i wanted to share with somebody thats the only option.why do some say contour is better? Edited July 24, 2011 by NinjaDoc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gixxie750 Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 contour is a stronger camera. Handles drops and crashes better and is better for a helmet can than the go pro's square shape. Also Its CHEAPER lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 I been thinking a lot about getting a gopro, part of me is saying rather than spending on something which we eventually run out of interestwhen recording your rides get boring, just start making sex tapes. in HD no less. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Likwid Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 when recording your rides get boring, just start making sex tapes. in HD no less.With your helmet on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natedogg624 Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 the HD version has the option to turn off the blinking light Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad324 Posted August 12, 2011 Report Share Posted August 12, 2011 so what did you end up doing for mounting? I think if I get time this weekend I want to play with mine a bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSparky Posted August 12, 2011 Report Share Posted August 12, 2011 There are different modes. Nothing fancy, just resolution, or regular camera. i will say that helmet mounting, and riding the highway can be a pain. that's where the contour would shine. I like my go pro. I just need some editing software to really utilize it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casper Posted August 12, 2011 Report Share Posted August 12, 2011 contour is a stronger camera. Handles drops and crashes better and is better for a helmet can than the go pro's square shape. Also Its CHEAPER lolhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpvQwSAv2Pohttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAQ10RamNOghttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K77lYWDzxls Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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