gopro mounts for bushwalking

[gordononline]

I'm getting a GoPro Hero 3 + shortly and I'm hoping to get some advice about the mounts and attachments that people use to capture their bushwalks.

I have seen a chest mount, a head mount, but I often walk through heavy scrub so I would like to get something that could strap onto the shoulder strap of my backpack and would sit with the lens about ear-high facing forward.

If anyone knows how to concoct something like this or knows where I could buy one I'd appreciate the advice.

Happy Christmas (hope Santa doesn't forget my GoPro!)

Doug

[Ellobuddha]

There are plenty of little arm peices available to make up what you are after.

You could stick one of the clip in base peices onto some perspex or similar that could easily be velcroed to the top of your pack strap.

I use one kitesurfing and diving. The possiblities of rigs are endless.

I still prefer the head mount as it doesnt wobble around as much and you record what you see not what your body is facing.

[thejungleisneutral]

I have had some success with the following items:

1. GoPro Hero 3 Black edition
2. 1/4 inch tripod adapter
3. Ultrapod II mini tripod with integrated velcro wrap
4. Duct tape and zip ties

Mount the GoPro to the mini tripod using the 1/4 inch tripod adapter, then attach the closed up tripod to your pack strap using the velcro wrap and duct tape.

I'm happy having the cam at shoulder height, so I haven't tried this, but you could make an "extension bar" out of a dry eucalypt sick and you might be able to get the unit to ear height and stable.

[Tassiedevil]

Have look at one of these, I have one on order. Might do a mini review when it arrives. https://peakdesignltd.com/store/pov-kit