Post by: trophyhunt on February 27, 2013, 05:22:44 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on February 27, 2013, 08:01:59 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on February 28, 2013, 05:36:05 PM
Post by: Becky on February 28, 2013, 05:43:17 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on February 28, 2013, 05:56:48 PM
Post by: Smossy on February 28, 2013, 06:01:43 PM
I have the go pro2 and have not used it yet, I've read the manual ( I know as I guy your not supposed to but what can I say??) and I'm confused on which video resolution mode to set it on????? Most of the modes talk about slow motion but I'm going snowmobiling for a week and I don't have a clue which setting would be better. Please anyone out there know which one is best for videoing fast hill climbs and such? Tips? ThanksYour best bet would be 720 - 60fps If you want real good quality during motion.
If your just hanging out around camp doing random stuff, Id switch it to 1080 - 30fps. With that being said though, you have the option "only in 1080 mode" to switch from wide angel, medium angle, and narrow angel. Which the lower the angle you go the closer your images will appear. Good for semi close up shots. It leaves your picture pretty squared.
The slow motion stuff isnt really that Big of a deal unless your really doing extreme actions sports and want to slow down stuff, Which still... In that case 720 would be your best bet. 960 Always leaves you with black bars on either sides and it makes it harder for video editing.
Post by: Smossy on February 28, 2013, 06:03:09 PM
Post by: Caseyd on February 28, 2013, 06:23:49 PM
Post by: MichaelD on February 28, 2013, 08:16:07 PM
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Post by: Smossy on February 28, 2013, 08:22:33 PM
Don't be stingy Smossy! :-). Hook us up with some of those links. Also interested in these cams and the more info the better. Thanks!Alrighty well heres one for starter.
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This is Mitch's channel
http://www.youtube.com/user/micbergsma/videos?view=0 (http://www.youtube.com/user/micbergsma/videos?view=0)
Hes a great dude. Plan on meeting up with him when we go to Texas to check out Jacob's Well. Beautiful swimming hole.
He does tests, Comparisons, and shares random facts about virtually anything you can Imagine related to a Gopro cameras. Scroll through his video section and you will be amazed at what you can find. Enjoy.
P.S. I absolutely LOVE my gopro, and couldnt Imagine having any other camera for the price.
Ive seen numerous videos/tests where it was dropped 10k+ feet from skydiving/wingsuit flyers and It survives while still recording! Not even in the protective/waterproof case.
Post by: trophyhunt on February 28, 2013, 08:46:13 PM
Post by: Smossy on February 28, 2013, 08:51:23 PM
Thanks a lot for the info, now where can I get that handle bar mount?? It's good to hear the comments about the helmet location because that's exactly where I was going to put it. Can I get that mount at Fred Meyer? or do I have to go to sportsmans wherehouse in Federal Way? Thanks guys.I dont recommend the helmet cam, Your head will always be moving around, That means the camera will to, You want it as stationary as possible for best footage like caseyd said.
A handlebar mount would work great. They have high end suction cup mounts also, and other attachments you can physically mount somewhere inconspicuous that has a small tether or string on it that connects to the suction cup incase it fails that way you dont lose your camera. If your going to pick up a GoPro, I also recommend putting your contact info on it in-case it gets lost, You would be surprised at how willing to return it some people might be. Also I painted my "non waterproof" cases that come with it just as a reminder not to stick them into the water. Alittle nail polish will save you from a few hundred doller disaster. Ill show you mine in a second, Ill post some photos.
But back to the mounts and accessories.
You can pick them up at Cabelas, Sportsmans Warehouse, Sports Authority usually has some in stock also.
You can always look online unless you need it asap.
Post by: trophyhunt on February 28, 2013, 08:55:04 PM
Post by: Smossy on February 28, 2013, 09:03:57 PM
sweet, I don't have much time, leave sat morn. thanks again smossy.Np man. Goodluck. Go PRO!
*Update* Photos added above.
Post by: MichaelD on February 28, 2013, 10:04:48 PM
Post by: Smossy on February 28, 2013, 10:06:46 PM
Thanks for the link and the extra info Smossy. :tup: I didn't want to sleep tonight so how I have something to do! Good info.Np buddy, Share videos after your adventures! Id love to see how everything turns out for you.
Post by: Becky on March 01, 2013, 07:55:20 AM
Thanks, sorry about spacing on those deer antlers, I've been busy. I will get a hold of you when I get back in town, thanks again.
Oh no worries, I picked up a couple sets from a nice older gentlemen already.
Have fun on your trip, post up videos!! :) Glad you got help for your camera, you're going to LOVE it when you really get into recording. :tup:
Post by: norsepeak on March 01, 2013, 08:09:56 AM
Do you mean like this?
https://www.dropbox.com/l/7Utip8Dg6N9gOhDftyUEy8 (https://www.dropbox.com/l/7Utip8Dg6N9gOhDftyUEy8)
epic day in B.C. last week with Geoff Kyle.
Post by: trophyhunt on March 01, 2013, 08:24:02 AM
Hey Trophy,WOW, that is epic!! My blood is pumping now, that camera looks sweet from the top of your helmet. It isn't as bumpy as I thought it would be, in fact I wonder if it would be more steady on your head than the handle bars?? Days like that in the snow riding are the best and don't happen very often. You have to try silent pass just north of radium some day, it's unbelievable. Thanks for the post, I am leaving work early now!! Question, have you tried the camera anywhere else besides your helmet??
Do you mean like this?
https://www.dropbox.com/l/7Utip8Dg6N9gOhDftyUEy8 (https://www.dropbox.com/l/7Utip8Dg6N9gOhDftyUEy8)
epic day in B.C. last week with Geoff Kyle.
Post by: trophyhunt on March 01, 2013, 08:27:11 AM
Post by: Caseyd on March 01, 2013, 09:20:03 AM
Those little hip hits would be hard to tell if you didnt have the sled in front to watch him air out.
Trophy- Anywhere that sells GoPros should have the handlebar mount. I disagree with Smossy, the helmet mount works fine (as seen in this video) Mount it on the helmet butted up to the back of the visor. My favorite footage usually comes from a chase sled.
Post by: trophyhunt on March 01, 2013, 10:02:26 AM
Just like that Norse :tup:Thanks, now I just need the guys that I'm going with to buy a couple of them. I bet after they see the video they will have them next year! The more I think about it, it seems the head will act like a shock absorber better than the handle bars.
Those little hip hits would be hard to tell if you didnt have the sled in front to watch him air out.
Trophy- Anywhere that sells GoPros should have the handlebar mount. I disagree with Smossy, the helmet mount works fine (as seen in this video) Mount it on the helmet butted up to the back of the visor. My favorite footage usually comes from a chase sled.
Post by: BOWHUNTER45 on March 01, 2013, 10:09:53 AM
Post by: TommyH on March 01, 2013, 10:24:09 AM
Hey Trophy,
Do you mean like this?
https://www.dropbox.com/l/7Utip8Dg6N9gOhDftyUEy8 (https://www.dropbox.com/l/7Utip8Dg6N9gOhDftyUEy8)
epic day in B.C. last week with Geoff Kyle.
Where you one of the riders Norsepeak? Sweet video!
I have a lidcam that i wear on my helmet but i move my head around to much!!! I seen some other videos of people with gopros, attached to a pole or shovel on there backpack? not to sure. I was going to attach mine to the shovel handle strapped to the backpack next time i get to ride . It stays looking forward and catches all your movement really well.
that video just made me cry some more......broken sled
Post by: Becky on March 01, 2013, 10:33:33 AM
Trophy- Anywhere that sells GoPros should have the handlebar mount. I disagree with Smossy, the helmet mount works fine (as seen in this video) Mount it on the helmet butted up to the back of the visor. My favorite footage usually comes from a chase sled.
I think it depends on the person and activity, it definitely seems smoother on that video but when we use his it's always choppy from walking/looking around. Especially in the time-lapse picture mode. He got the chest harness and it works great. I think if you're just overly aware of your helmet cam/and know to constantly face forward as best as possible - it'd be good.
I have a lidcam that i wear on my helmet but i move my head around to much!!! I seen some other videos of people with gopros, ?attached to a pole on there backpack? well not to sure i was going to attach mine to a shovel handle in the backpack. It stays looking forward and catches all your movement really well.
It's pretty common. I think you'd just have to train yourself to use it and keep your head steady forward.
Post by: Smossy on March 01, 2013, 03:26:12 PM
Just like that Norse :tup:Video looks great, you are right there. If your not doing lots of looking around then sure it will work... The places I go though your never just looking straight ahead. Your head is a swivel and going back and forth, That why I use my chest cam these days. I like to record whats Infront of me.
Those little hip hits would be hard to tell if you didnt have the sled in front to watch him air out.
Trophy- Anywhere that sells GoPros should have the handlebar mount. I disagree with Smossy, the helmet mount works fine (as seen in this video) Mount it on the helmet butted up to the back of the visor. My favorite footage usually comes from a chase sled.
Post by: Smossy on March 01, 2013, 03:28:33 PM
Hey Trophy,
Do you mean like this?
https://www.dropbox.com/l/7Utip8Dg6N9gOhDftyUEy8 (https://www.dropbox.com/l/7Utip8Dg6N9gOhDftyUEy8)
epic day in B.C. last week with Geoff Kyle.
I have a lidcam that i wear on my helmet but i move my head around to much!!
Exactly, you and me both. To each they're own though, thats why Its called "personal" Preference! Goodluck to everyone that has one/gets one though, Theyre amazing cameras!
Post by: trophyhunt on March 01, 2013, 03:54:22 PM
Post by: Smossy on March 01, 2013, 03:55:28 PM
Thanks for your input smossy, I believe both applications will work fine. With walking I think your chest harness would would work just fine and I think with the snowmobile the helmet should work pretty good. That link you provided looks like it has great info, thanks again. I hope to post up some good vid of steep hill climbes!!Definetly! Cant wait, Love to see fellow Gopro Videos. I have tons upon tons to add to my channel once I get a computer decent enough to edit some of them so they're not just hours long.
Post by: norsepeak on March 02, 2013, 02:03:03 PM
Post by: Caseyd on March 04, 2013, 07:53:28 PM
That vid was taken last Saturday, out side of Whistler B.C. We were riding with Geoff Kyle. I'm the one wearing the yellow/blue jacket. Glad you guys liked the vid, I think it's a great vid too, but it just doesn't do the day or the conditions all the justice it deserves. It was the most amazing day of riding I've ever had. The snow conditions were perfect, and the weather was fantastic. We burned 13+ gallons of gas each and litteraly coasted into the trailer completely exhausted at the end of the day. EPIC!
You there for camp or just riding with him?
Looks like an epic day!!
Post by: norsepeak on March 07, 2013, 07:53:22 PM
Post by: Caseyd on March 07, 2013, 09:42:45 PM
How you liking the new ride? Tooled around on one for a bit, still undecided.
Post by: norsepeak on March 07, 2013, 10:09:39 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on March 19, 2013, 08:40:07 PM
Post by: Smossy on March 19, 2013, 11:48:45 PM
I have some decent video but I don't know how to add cool music to it or cut out the very few swear words. I tried down loading it on here but it too big for the site. How do I get the video on here from my sd cards??Download cineform studio for gopro. It comes with editing software... not sure how it compairs to other software but its for gopro specificly and its freee. My computers a piece of crap so ive never done any editing myself, couldnt give you a walkthrough. Just use that software. Upload it to youtube, then post the direct url link right on to the page and it should auto imbed it :) hope that helps buddy
Post by: huntnnw on March 20, 2013, 01:56:28 AM
Post by: Smossy on March 20, 2013, 02:17:28 AM
Hope they do something about the batt life in the future cause for hunting it just doesnt cut itCheck out the wasabi power spare batteries. Theyre rated 1400 mAh compaired to the gopros 1100 mAh and they hold a charge longer. You can pick up a two pack with wall/car charger on amazon for $20. Mine should show up tomorrow in the mail. If they do ill do some testing and let you know how it goes. Ive read nothing but good things about them though. Consider picking up a remote and wifi pack if you dont already have one. That way when you spot an animal and get ready you just use your remote to power/start recording without even touching your camera. They also have a nice attachment called the RAM that not many people know about these days. Its a complete 360 swivel ball attachment and allows you to spin the camera any direction with no adjustment. Cheers bro.
Post by: trophyhunt on March 20, 2013, 09:39:40 AM
The gopro's battery do suck bad, I got 1 hour of use out of it before it went dead. I was just using it for video but I still would have thought it would have lasted longer. Please let me know how that other battery works, and that remote, will it work on the gopro2???? Also, another question, how do I get that beep to be quiet?? The last thing I need is for it to beep when I turn it on when an animal comes in. ThanksHope they do something about the batt life in the future cause for hunting it just doesnt cut itCheck out the wasabi power spare batteries. Theyre rated 1400 mAh compaired to the gopros 1100 mAh and they hold a charge longer. You can pick up a two pack with wall/car charger on amazon for $20. Mine should show up tomorrow in the mail. If they do ill do some testing and let you know how it goes. Ive read nothing but good things about them though. Consider picking up a remote and wifi pack if you dont already have one. That way when you spot an animal and get ready you just use your remote to power/start recording without even touching your camera. They also have a nice attachment called the RAM that not many people know about these days. Its a complete 360 swivel ball attachment and allows you to spin the camera any direction with no adjustment. Cheers bro.
Post by: Smossy on March 20, 2013, 10:03:34 AM
Ill have to check with my guy about the remote for ya, should have an answer by later today.The gopro's battery do suck bad, I got 1 hour of use out of it before it went dead. I was just using it for video but I still would have thought it would have lasted longer. Please let me know how that other battery works, and that remote, will it work on the gopro2???? Also, another question, how do I get that beep to be quiet?? The last thing I need is for it to beep when I turn it on when an animal comes in. ThanksHope they do something about the batt life in the future cause for hunting it just doesnt cut itCheck out the wasabi power spare batteries. Theyre rated 1400 mAh compaired to the gopros 1100 mAh and they hold a charge longer. You can pick up a two pack with wall/car charger on amazon for $20. Mine should show up tomorrow in the mail. If they do ill do some testing and let you know how it goes. Ive read nothing but good things about them though. Consider picking up a remote and wifi pack if you dont already have one. That way when you spot an animal and get ready you just use your remote to power/start recording without even touching your camera. They also have a nice attachment called the RAM that not many people know about these days. Its a complete 360 swivel ball attachment and allows you to spin the camera any direction with no adjustment. Cheers bro.
For the sound AND the blinking record light, you just go into the settings "the little wrench looking thing" scroll through those settings untill you see "more" enter that subsections, then about 6 clicks over you will see what looks like a little sun labeled LED turn that off.. then click over one more time to the music note and also turn that off. Then click over once again and you will see a little circle thing with a line striked verticly through the top of it, set that to 60 or 120 secs. That way if your camera isnt being used or it turns on accidently in your bag/pocket it doesnt just sit there on standby all day untill its dead..
Post by: Smossy on March 20, 2013, 10:08:00 AM
Post by: Smossy on March 20, 2013, 03:35:43 PM
The remote will work with the Hero 2.The gopro's battery do suck bad, I got 1 hour of use out of it before it went dead. I was just using it for video but I still would have thought it would have lasted longer. Please let me know how that other battery works, and that remote, will it work on the gopro2???? Also, another question, how do I get that beep to be quiet?? The last thing I need is for it to beep when I turn it on when an animal comes in. ThanksHope they do something about the batt life in the future cause for hunting it just doesnt cut itCheck out the wasabi power spare batteries. Theyre rated 1400 mAh compaired to the gopros 1100 mAh and they hold a charge longer. You can pick up a two pack with wall/car charger on amazon for $20. Mine should show up tomorrow in the mail. If they do ill do some testing and let you know how it goes. Ive read nothing but good things about them though. Consider picking up a remote and wifi pack if you dont already have one. That way when you spot an animal and get ready you just use your remote to power/start recording without even touching your camera. They also have a nice attachment called the RAM that not many people know about these days. Its a complete 360 swivel ball attachment and allows you to spin the camera any direction with no adjustment. Cheers bro.
They actually sell a combo kit on they're website at a discounted price. Lots of the hero2 stuff Is going on sale because the 3 is they're new product.
http://gopro.com/hd-hero-accessories/wi-fi-bacpac-remote-combo (http://gopro.com/hd-hero-accessories/wi-fi-bacpac-remote-combo)
There's the link.
Post by: huntnnw on March 20, 2013, 06:56:07 PM
Post by: Smossy on March 20, 2013, 08:16:05 PM
In temps below 32 I'd say camera last 20 min.. Junk to me if that's it.. Also my camera is the 3 and I have the gopro app on my iPhone to control it.. U can only control cam if it's on. It has to be on standby to operate which means its burning up battery'sThe wifi pack holds its own charge, once thats burned up it will take out of your gopro but the wifi pack can and has sat on standby for 6-8 hours. everyone should have the app tho its free. Ive recorded nonstop for 2 hours in 30-40 degree temps so dunno, maybe your battery is faulty. Id look into replacements. Find one with a higher mAh rating like wasabi power or smartree. Holds more power. Plus you can get a charger through duracell that charges on any usb unit to hold power, then u can plug it into your gopro if your on the go like hiking or hunting for backup power. Will give you about 50% charge unless you buy the powerhouse which is alittle bulkier but will give you maybe 2x full charges without a source. They have battery opperated chargers also but i dont recommend them. Just costs more money to replace batteries. I have backups, then backups for my backups.
Post by: huntnnw on March 20, 2013, 10:53:25 PM
Post by: Smossy on March 20, 2013, 11:02:25 PM
I will be buying different batterys for sureCool bro let me know how it goes, Also if you ever plan on doing recordings where Audio is somewhat of importance..
I highly recommend the Audio-Technica ATR-3350 Lavalier Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone, Its about $18 and will make the audio quality from your camera 50x better (Its In stereo not mono so you'll still get sound from both speakers). Its a clip on style mic, crystal clear sound with less background noise, and its self powered with a 20-30 foot cord.
Post by: huntnphool on March 21, 2013, 09:49:25 PM
Post by: Smossy on March 21, 2013, 10:18:45 PM
Good info smossy :tup::) juss here to help lol
Post by: Smossy on April 09, 2013, 09:19:59 PM
Post by: Smossy on April 09, 2013, 09:32:25 PM
Update on this topic, the wasabi powers rated at 1400 mAh are extremely better than the stock gopro battery. The charge is about holds about an extra hour worth of record time and has absolutely no play while inside the camera. Ive read reviews of people having issues of the battery jiggeling around when moving and giving feedback from the internal mic. I have not had this issue and as far as right now the wasabis are my primary batteries. I only resort to my 3rd battery "the stock gopro 1100 battery" for extreme backup. They have worked great in my skeleton case even at temps below freezing.Hope they do something about the batt life in the future cause for hunting it just doesnt cut itCheck out the wasabi power spare batteries. Theyre rated 1400 mAh compaired to the gopros 1100 mAh and they hold a charge longer. You can pick up a two pack with wall/car charger on amazon for $20. Mine should show up tomorrow in the mail. If they do ill do some testing and let you know how it goes. Ive read nothing but good things about them though. Consider picking up a remote and wifi pack if you dont already have one. That way when you spot an animal and get ready you just use your remote to power/start recording without even touching your camera. They also have a nice attachment called the RAM that not many people know about these days. Its a complete 360 swivel ball attachment and allows you to spin the camera any direction with no adjustment. Cheers bro.
Post by: Smossy on April 09, 2013, 09:36:45 PM
Post by: snocohunter on April 10, 2013, 08:53:51 PM