Mounting a GoPro

Why

So I've got a nice hybrid bike for commuting to work, but as part of that journey I have to spend a significant amount of time on roads (if I want the most direct and flattest route). I'm always wary of cycling on the road because I know (as a driver) how bad other road users are!

To try and give myself some protection I would mount my GoPro (which I use for my underwater videography - if you are interested, check out my portfolio on Vimeo) on my handlebars to record where I'm cycling. My idea is if anything happens to me, the camera is recording away - at least for now what is in front of me.

The parts

GoPro sell a kit, it is universal for handlebars, seatposts or poles.

GoPro Handlebar mount kit

In side the kit, you get the clamp (which uses two thumbscrews to clamp down so you are not restricted on the opening of a traditional clamp - you can separate the parts and then re-attach then on the pole), two rubber inserts which are used to bulk out the gap if you are attaching to something narrow (like a ski pole), or something not-so-thin like bike handlebars.

The bits

The mounting

The clamp goes on the upright, and then adaptors are used to raise the GoPro (and orientate it facing forwards)

Side View

Front View

Finale

Now whenever I go for a ride, I attach the GoPro, hit record and off I go!