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Post by Clank on Oct 16, 2014 7:04:16 GMT -5
Fyi, Emerson makes a sports action cam similar to the go pro for around $40 w/accessories and mounting brackets. I've got one and their pretty tough. Anything electronical that can survive me 6 months is durable IMO.
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Post by jhobe6678 on Oct 16, 2014 7:10:34 GMT -5
Fyi, Emerson makes a sports action cam similar to the go pro for around $40 w/accessories and mounting brackets. I've got one and their pretty tough. Anything electronical that can survive me 6 months is durable IMO. Oooo... Link? |
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Post by 90GTVert on Oct 16, 2014 7:11:46 GMT -5
Since your intention is to use it as a cam, try to find a mount with any sort of vibration damping. Even if it's rubber lined/coated mounts it should help. Handlebar mounting for a cam is one of the worst spots I've used. If you could find some sort of suction cup or double sided tape secured mount for the front plastic bit, that may knock out some of the vibration for you. HERE is an Emerson Action Cam like Clank mentioned. |
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Post by jhobe6678 on Oct 16, 2014 7:12:53 GMT -5
Hah, Walmart reviews shows it breaks and you can't watch video other than in camera. Walmart... I'm not going to ask.
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Post by Clank on Oct 16, 2014 8:50:58 GMT -5
Hah, Walmart reviews shows it breaks and you can't watch video other than in camera. Walmart... I'm not going to ask. I've had one for about a year now. I've used it on my Cannondale, scooter, and hardhat connecting structural steel. It's survived a couple of downhill bails/crashes. I had a go pro but I actually like the sound & picture quality of the Emerson more. That and if I do brake it (which surprisingly I haven't yet) I'm only out $40 vs. $300 for a name brand go pro. And the camera it's really really small so you can strap it to your body (I mount it sometimes to a small hydration pack) and most people (especially the bad boys in blue) don't even notice it. I think maybe the Russians are on to something.... :idea: |
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Post by jhobe6678 on Oct 16, 2014 8:54:23 GMT -5
Hah, Walmart reviews shows it breaks and you can't watch video other than in camera. Walmart... I'm not going to ask. I've had one for about a year now. I've used it on my Cannondale, scooter, and hardhat connecting structural steel. It's survived a couple of downhill bails/crashes. I had a go pro but I actually like the sound & picture quality of the Emerson more. That and if I do brake it (which surprisingly I haven't yet) I'm only out $40 vs. $300 for a name brand go pro. And the camera it's really really small so you can strap it to your body (I mount it sometimes to a small hydration pack) and most people (especially the bad boys in blue) don't even notice it. I think maybe the Russians are on to something....  Hmm. This isn't a bad idea. I may have to look into this next time I venture into Wally World. |
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Post by Clank on Oct 16, 2014 9:34:53 GMT -5
Might have a better chance at Best Buy. I found mine at Walgreens in the camera department.
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Post by jhobe6678 on Oct 16, 2014 10:08:22 GMT -5
Might have a better chance at Best Buy. I found mine at Walgreens in the camera department. Hmm. I'll keep my eye open next time I pop into either. |
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Post by niz76 on Oct 16, 2014 11:42:37 GMT -5
Same here- i got a vid of myself blowing by a 4T 150 the other day- it turned out horrible and was really dangerous fiddling with my phone one handed at 60mph to get the camera going...
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Post by jhobe6678 on Oct 16, 2014 11:44:26 GMT -5
Same here- i got a vid of myself blowing by a 4T 150 the other day- it turned out horrible and was really dangerous fiddling with my phone one handed at 60mph to get the camera going... You should have seen me trying to smoke a cig on my first scoot ride. I thought I was going to die before I even got on the main road! |
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Post by niz76 on Oct 16, 2014 12:17:42 GMT -5
Haha some reason smoking and scoot riding go hand in hand. I'm trying to quit so it's e-cig for me  Resisting the temptation to go buy real ones right now.... |
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Post by jhobe6678 on Oct 16, 2014 12:29:34 GMT -5
Haha some reason smoking and scoot riding go hand in hand. I'm trying to quit so it's e-cig for me Resisting the temptation to go buy real ones right now.... I need to get back on them. I sound like Wheezy from Toy Story by the end of the day Oh and yeah I was trying to smoke a cig with a full face shield on my 3/4 helmet. I'm friggin brilliant. |
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Post by highmoose on Oct 16, 2014 17:56:36 GMT -5
thanks for all the info. seems pretty lagit to atleast try sum ideas. now am wondering is there any (not sure of the word) limiters on the bike that i would have to worry about like to keep me slow or under a certin speed?
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Post by jhobe6678 on Oct 16, 2014 18:21:11 GMT -5
thanks for all the info. seems pretty lagit to atleast try sum ideas. now am wondering is there any (not sure of the word) limiters on the bike that i would have to worry about like to keep me slow or under a certin speed? Every little bit helps. Also keep yourself well informed. This place has a wealth of knowledge. Not just from 90GTVert posts, but also from the users as well. I'm gathering my parts as we speak and will be going one piece at a time. So far I haven't been lead wrong. I've even managed to find someone near me that has already helped me tremendously! |
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Post by highmoose on Oct 16, 2014 23:24:20 GMT -5
thanks for all the info. seems pretty lagit to atleast try sum ideas. now am wondering is there any (not sure of the word) limiters on the bike that i would have to worry about like to keep me slow or under a certin speed? Every little bit helps. Also keep yourself well informed. This place has a wealth of knowledge. Not just from 90GTVert posts, but also from the users as well. I'm gathering my parts as we speak and will be going one piece at a time. So far I haven't been lead wrong. I've even managed to find someone near me that has already helped me tremendously! thats awsome i need to find some one like that around here |
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Resisting the temptation to go buy real ones right now....
