GoPro Camera Accessory Surf Hero Mount 3661039

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Quality-wise, mouth mounts create way better videos than surfboard mounts; however, they also come with a couple of disadvantages. A GoPro mounted at the front of your board that is forward-facing is best for capturing your rides.

After patiently waiting 24 hours, this is where things get a bit fiddly. It also gets a bit difficult to explain using the power of words… so if none of this make sense, the video is at the top of this post. Several products are available in the market if you are looking for GoPro mounts to shoot great POV shots of your surfing adventures. There are many ways to achieve this. You can attach your camera to your surfboard using a quality GoPro Surfboard Mount. Or you can opt for a GoPro Mouth Mount to capture footage from your own POV while surfing.The GoPro Surf mount allows you to easily mount your GoPro camera onto a surfboard, kayak or even a stand up paddleboard! This great mount kit from GoPro also includes tethers and adhesive anchor points to really secure your GoPro. GoPro Surf Mount – ASURF-001 Now you’re ready to tether your GoPro, I’m going to take you through two methods (again, it might be easier to watch the video above for this next bit). For those worried about loosing their GoPro in the lineup make sure you strap it into a GoPro floaty case and avoid it sinking to the bottom of the ocean in the event it comes off your board/pole/mounting system

When mounting a GoPro for surfing, there are several popular locations to choose from, each offering unique perspectives and capturing different aspects of your surfing experience. Here are some common mounting options for your GoPro while surfing: Linear– my go to for land based footage, the crops a bit tighter but generally that isn’t an issue on land If you loose it in the water it’ll bob around and you can easily find it! Great for a whole heap of activities and day to day shooting too – not just surfing! This tip is especially important for those with foam surfboards. GoPro has mentioned their surfboard mounts don’t bond as well with foam surfboards (so basically definitely get one of these things).To avoid condensation on the inside of the waterproof housing, use anti-fog inserts. They’ll soak up any extra moisture caused by temperature changes and keep your footage looking nice and clear. 2. Start with a GoPro surfboard mount Which GoPro cameras are waterproof? All current GoPro models (Hero11, Hero10, Hero9, Hero8, Max, Hero7, Hero6, and Hero5) are waterproof.

However, many people have lots of questions about mounting a GoPro onto a surfboard, so I want to answer them in this clear guide.

GoPro Tips and Tricks Video – Big Wave Surfing

Superview– that nice wide angel for great POV shots and capturing the whole scene whilst still offering slow mo in post production If you use this type of mount, you will have no problems using your GoPro with your soft-top. Have fun! Related Questions GoPros are expensive cameras, that’s why you wouldn’t want to trust your gear with other dubious products in the market. For worry-free and reliable quality, we recommend choosing the official surfboard mount accessory of GoPro that only costs around USD 20. Q: How much do GoPro surfboard mounts cost? As a result, you will get perfectly in frame photos and videos as seen below 🙂 My Recommended GoPro Camera / Model

I thought it would be ‘great’ because a GoPro uses a fisheye lens, therefore meaning that the angle would be fine. I was wrong! GoPro resolution for surfing: If you’re planning on sharing your footage on YouTube, easy-peasy like, go with the 1080p resolution. Otherwise, you’ll need to spend more time editing. Mouth mount: Using a mouth mount, you can hold the GoPro in your mouth while surfing. This gives a more immersive point-of-view (POV) angle, capturing your line of sight as you ride the waves.Unfortunately, the only tail mount I can find online is a link to make one yourself on Instructables.