BEST GoPro Mounts For Paddle boarding - GoPro Tip

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  • Aloha! I want to share with you about what are the best selfie / POV GoPro mounts you can use for paddle boarding! Get Body Glove Performer 11 2020 inflatable paddle board - www.bodyglove.com
    * GoPro Mounts for Paddle boarding:
    Bite Mount + Floaty (Hero8) - amzn.to/2D7Dovi
    Bite Mount + Floaty (Hero5-7) - amzn.to/2DA7J5y
    Floaty Headstrap - amzn.to/2EFFNgS
    Nu Bear 4 in 1 grip - bit.ly/MicNUgogo
    Handlebar mount - amzn.to/39U2Lwz
    Chest strap mount - amzn.to/2PlBERl
    Suction cup mount - amzn.to/30roqJf
    Wrist strap mount - amzn.to/39QMSa7
    Floating Handler - amzn.to/3k8baB5
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  • @MicBergsma
    @MicBergsma  Před 3 lety +13

    Get Body Glove Performer 11 2020 inflatable paddle board - www.bodyglove.com
    * GoPro Mounts for Paddle boarding:
    Bite Mount + Floaty (Hero8) - amzn.to/2D7Dovi
    Bite Mount + Floaty (Hero5-7) - amzn.to/2DA7J5y
    Floaty Headstrap - amzn.to/2EFFNgS
    Nu Bear 4 in 1 grip - bit.ly/MicNUgogo
    Handlebar mount - amzn.to/39U2Lwz
    Chest strap mount - amzn.to/2PlBERl
    Suction cup mount - amzn.to/30roqJf
    Wrist strap mount - amzn.to/39QMSa7
    Floating Handler - amzn.to/3k8baB5
    ***Shop all the gear I use in my Amazon shop HERE:***
    amzn.to/2BHKjb7

    • @conchasotelo9698
      @conchasotelo9698 Před 3 lety

      :0

    • @AlexandreCosta82
      @AlexandreCosta82 Před 3 lety +1

      MicBergsma what bag/pouch is that on the beginning of the video? Is it waterproof? Thanks

    • @JonnyFive4321
      @JonnyFive4321 Před 3 lety

      Alexandre Costa I come to ask the same question. Mic please get back to us

  • @andyjrichie6709
    @andyjrichie6709 Před 3 lety +3

    Great to have all the different clamps and fittings. Great video Mitch.
    Beautiful and clear

  • @deeplightstudio
    @deeplightstudio Před rokem +3

    Just got into SUP this year and I wasn't sure what angles I wanted to capture. Thank you for being so thorough

  • @jamieoutdoors
    @jamieoutdoors Před 2 lety +1

    This is 100% the best mount GoPro video! Not just for paddle boarding. It’s really helped me figure out which mounts I’d buy

  • @vlightphotography
    @vlightphotography Před rokem +1

    I just got gifted a SUP and came here for the inspiration! Love all the creative perspectives you showed!😎

  • @clixos5354
    @clixos5354 Před 3 lety +5

    Amazing video! This would also work really good for my kayak and my new Gopro hero 8. Since I got my Gopro I have been watching a lot of your great videos! Thank you, I learned a lot from you! 😀

  • @thelostcat1975
    @thelostcat1975 Před 3 lety +1

    always thankful for your videos and always looking forward to the next one.

  • @jaredrobertson2089
    @jaredrobertson2089 Před 3 lety

    Without a doubt the best video displaying the versatility of the gopro. Bro awesome thank you much now just have to pinpoint the mount best suited for my SUP.

  • @eduinmartinez4943
    @eduinmartinez4943 Před rokem

    Bro this is exactly what i was looking for thank you so much 🤙, beautiful area where you are

  • @Alenasup
    @Alenasup Před 2 lety

    Very helpful video. thank you. I like that you demonstrated how they float

  • @thekayakingangler6827
    @thekayakingangler6827 Před 3 lety +1

    Awesome video, thanks for all you do!

  • @CrustyKustomsGarage
    @CrustyKustomsGarage Před 3 lety

    Just what I needed. Thanks MicBergsma!!!!

  • @vanessaleanne556
    @vanessaleanne556 Před 2 lety

    OH WOW! This video shows everything I needed to know. No need to watch any others. Hello from Perth Western Australia!

  • @IleniaCore
    @IleniaCore Před 3 lety

    Hey Mic! Nice video! I've finally a SUP board... So. Now that the surf mounts are no available anymore, do you suggest the regular Flat Adhesive Mounts? The industrial-strength waterproof should be doing the job done, right? I don't feel comfortable with suction cup. (Plus I will definitely buy the bite one).

  • @Whiteandsonsgarage
    @Whiteandsonsgarage Před 3 lety

    Great video mate, I have been looking for more stuff for my paddle board to make it easier to make videos

  • @SamuelRush
    @SamuelRush Před 3 lety +1

    Another Awesome video! Thanks for sharing.

  • @mikkimills3057
    @mikkimills3057 Před 3 lety

    Very comprehensive video. I learnt alot thanks... The icing on the cake..thanks for Signing

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  Před 3 lety

      You're welcome 😎🤙🏼🤙🏼

  • @jerryrutherford965
    @jerryrutherford965 Před 3 lety +5

    The water there is amazing... I really need to come for a visit!

  • @Wannaridebikes
    @Wannaridebikes Před 3 lety +1

    I learn about a lot of go pro mounts from your videos. Thanks.

  • @stevenelson9992
    @stevenelson9992 Před 3 lety

    Your Videos are great....Excellent job...Thanks !

  • @IVANLEEespinosa
    @IVANLEEespinosa Před 3 lety +4

    You are amazing Mic!

  • @gaizkagajate4481
    @gaizkagajate4481 Před 3 lety

    Amazing video! very good job!!

  • @JonathanTrueman
    @JonathanTrueman Před 2 lety

    Brilliant. That was really helpful thank you.

  • @cuteanimegirl_480
    @cuteanimegirl_480 Před 3 lety

    Great vid. The water looks beautiful btw

  • @carlhass5414
    @carlhass5414 Před 3 lety +2

    Actually just got into paddle boarding! Definitely going to pickup one of these floating suction cups :) (Just bought the handle and the chestmount)

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  Před 3 lety +1

      That's awesome Carl!😄🤙🏼🤙🏼

  • @Luciasce
    @Luciasce Před rokem

    wow I didn't expect that, I was like I need to now how to attach my gopro to front SUP so it doesnt fall off (suction cup mount) but you showed as basically all mounts and how to use them on SUP... who would have thought that it is possible! THANKS A LOT

  • @livemorededicated3881
    @livemorededicated3881 Před 3 lety

    I love this guys super cool always have nice video thx mate keep it up

  • @texaslonestarrider
    @texaslonestarrider Před 3 lety +1

    Very Cool! 😎 Great Video 🎥 And Thanks For Sharing My Friend!

  • @Propooge
    @Propooge Před 3 lety +1

    What kind of bag do you keep all of the accessories in? The little orange one. Where can I find one? Love your stuff I have been a long time viewer.

  • @dubbeljubobby
    @dubbeljubobby Před 3 lety +2

    Mic you always have some fun videos, sorry I don’t say it more but always look out for the next one. (Even when you’re here in Cali with the bus reno) oh yea, and scooting around in the rain. Lol🤙🏼
    This one looked like a real blast to make. Thanks for sharing. I have the bite but I’m going to have to check out that 4-1 looks pretty great. Stay well brother!

    • @dubbeljubobby
      @dubbeljubobby Před 3 lety +1

      Mic, if you ever get up to NorCal look me up so we can go for a ride. 🤙🏼

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  Před 3 lety +2

      Thanks Bobby 🤙🏼🤙🏼 I should be back in NorCal maybe later this year hopefully 🙏🏼 You stay safe too 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @felixdevos9774
    @felixdevos9774 Před 3 lety

    Great video!! thanks for the ideas!

  • @ShinilPayamal
    @ShinilPayamal Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for the awesome video with some really great GoPro mounts recommendations.🍹🏄

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  Před 3 lety +2

      You're welcome! More coming! 🤙🏼🤙🏼

  • @RicardoGarcia-yi8fs
    @RicardoGarcia-yi8fs Před 3 lety +1

    Love you vids can’t wait for the next one

  • @FenderRomeo
    @FenderRomeo Před 3 lety

    My wife really wants this Board. She kept asking me what kind of camera mounts I needed. That's the answer. Thanks for the help.

  • @jonesypaddlearounddevon

    Love your stuff mic 👍❤️❤️🚒🇬🇧

  • @feirdaussb
    @feirdaussb Před 3 lety +1

    Tnx Mic! Next best Gopro mount for Scuba Diving please! 😁🙏

  • @BerlinGonzalez
    @BerlinGonzalez Před 3 lety +2

    You are one of my favorite creators

  • @bartjes25
    @bartjes25 Před 3 lety

    Amazing water, beautiful place mic. Enjoy life. Greetings from the netherlands

  • @tayninh6934
    @tayninh6934 Před 3 lety

    Love your videos

  • @keheartt
    @keheartt Před 2 lety +1

    Hi, thanks for the list. However, I was expecting info on how to use the "built in GoPro" mount that is on some Body Glove boards. My BG Porter has a plastic mount built in and came with 4 screws for attaching a GoPro. Problem is HOW? Tried BG-Cust Svc and they didn't have any answer - maybe YOU have an answer on what accessory is needed in order to use the built-in-mount? Please help - coming to HI next week!

  • @wjrodgers
    @wjrodgers Před 3 lety

    Hey Mic, I have this board shipping from Costco as we speak... I see you have stickers on yours. Any issues getting them stuck on, or crinkling when you roll it up?

  • @abdamine9168
    @abdamine9168 Před 3 lety

    Thanks man that was great 🙏

  • @joelkempthorne8796
    @joelkempthorne8796 Před 3 lety +1

    Love your videos
    Your tips and tricks are the best

  • @quinnsvlogs3055
    @quinnsvlogs3055 Před 3 lety +2

    Awesome video

  • @AlleyCat888
    @AlleyCat888 Před 3 lety +1

    May i know what is your Gopro setting at 1:23? Is that Ultrawide or Wide? I have difficulty getting the board and my whole body in the frame, thanks.

  • @Yulianacvz_
    @Yulianacvz_ Před 23 dny

    Me encantó tu video!

  • @Garnett.
    @Garnett. Před 2 lety

    I wonder where this is located it looks so nice. That water is so clear.

  • @FixinBugsNStuff
    @FixinBugsNStuff Před 3 lety

    Beautiful

  • @accessdenied2010
    @accessdenied2010 Před 2 lety

    nice video, thanx man!

  • @urgedmoon
    @urgedmoon Před 8 měsíci

    Hey just got myself a new sup and was wondering about the camera shots. Thanks for all the info you are the best 😊

  • @RyanNiemer
    @RyanNiemer Před 2 lety

    Awesome! I recently got an iSUP and have been wondering how I would take my GoPro with me!

  • @careymatthew
    @careymatthew Před 3 lety +2

    Thanks for the recommendations - I've been on the fence about the bite mount, but it really looks like it's pretty versatile and your go-to mount. Thoughts on the adhesive surf board mount versus the suction cup mount? Wish I was out paddle boarding now - my trip got cancelled this week :(

    • @bodhihype9606
      @bodhihype9606 Před 3 lety +1

      I'm the creator of the suction cup mount, so I'm a bit biased, but I'll take a stab. If you have one board, and are fine with one POV, a surfboard mount might be a good choice. If you want 1 mount you can use on multiple boards, or reposition for different angles, our product works well. Hope that helps!

    • @AlleyCat888
      @AlleyCat888 Před 3 lety

      @@bodhihype9606 Good to find your channel here! I am interested in buying, but the link here has no stock. May i know whether you can recommend any other link where i could buy the product? I am living in Singapore, thanks.

    • @footiefishy1
      @footiefishy1 Před 2 lety

      @@bodhihype9606 Any reason I can't find it online anywhere?

  • @babaktabarrok7619
    @babaktabarrok7619 Před 3 lety

    Fantastic

  • @welsh1lad
    @welsh1lad Před 2 lety

    Aloha! great quality video , only just started out sup boarding and will take on your sugestions. .

  • @guruhyudianto6245
    @guruhyudianto6245 Před 3 lety +1

    Hiii...im from Indonesia and I have Gopro hero 7 black and its sometimes On without I touch On off switch....do you know why ?

  • @VeranoDulce
    @VeranoDulce Před 3 lety +1

    👍🎥Well done! apparently you really love the GoPro

  • @414btsnyder
    @414btsnyder Před 3 lety

    Love all the ideas...thank you!!!
    BUT, i could never use the bite mount!!
    LOL

  • @RaGe0rge
    @RaGe0rge Před 3 lety +1

    Very helpful video! I was thinking to myself... "I wonder if that suction cup mount floats?" Then you knocked it into the water 👍👍👍

  • @dag06001
    @dag06001 Před 3 lety +1

    Love the Body Glove Performer 11 so far. I’ve taken it all across CT and up to Acadia Maine. Do you know of any electric pumps that can pump up the board? I know Body Glove doesn’t recommend using anything other than the pump but it would save a lot of time to have something to pump up the boards quickly.

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  Před 3 lety +2

      That's so cool! My friend use electric pump for his board, I will ask what it is... electric pump is fine to use just blow it up until it's getting little hard then use hand pump to top it off to 13 PSI

    • @pamr308
      @pamr308 Před rokem +1

      I've been using the Outdoor Master. It does take about 5 minutes but I just get everything else ready while the board gets inflated.

  • @Mrjmhill
    @Mrjmhill Před 3 lety

    We want to see more Body Glove board in Action videos!!!

  • @annagriffiths717
    @annagriffiths717 Před 3 lety +1

    You are making me spend more money haha love it, great reviews and value your opinion :-)

  • @TheAdventureDispatch
    @TheAdventureDispatch Před rokem

    Just came across your channel - subscribed! loving it! Weird Q - what is that bag you use in the beginning?!

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  Před rokem +1

      Aloha! Thank you and welcome! The orange bag? That is super old from IKEA

    • @TheAdventureDispatch
      @TheAdventureDispatch Před rokem

      @@MicBergsma haha no way! you can find some gems there - same here - I had a $1 kit bag from them that I used for years!

  • @gerrygeorgievaaa
    @gerrygeorgievaaa Před 3 lety +1

    Amazing! 🤙

  • @mayorka
    @mayorka Před 3 lety +1

    hey, mitch can you maybe do an underwater metal detecting video?
    BTW love you so much you are my favorite youtuber🙌❤💯
    stay safe mitch and have a blessed day!

  • @footiefishy1
    @footiefishy1 Před 2 lety

    Anyone know why it is impossible to find floating suction cup that has been linked (wrong thing?)

  • @BMMB450
    @BMMB450 Před 3 lety +1

    you so great Mic. It would be very nice if make one volg talking about your nutrition type or what you usually eat in day big love and support

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  Před 3 lety +2

      Aloha thanks! Sure I can do that 👍🏼

    • @BMMB450
      @BMMB450 Před 3 lety +1

      @@MicBergsma thanks my brother

  • @franzfms86
    @franzfms86 Před 3 lety +1

    Cool gadgets Mic.

  • @theoblivious2001
    @theoblivious2001 Před 3 lety +1

    How do you make your GoPro videos look so crisp and clear?

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  Před 3 lety +1

      On my list to make video about it 👍🏼

  • @nvergos92
    @nvergos92 Před 2 lety

    What an amazing SUP and Paddle may i ask what the model please ?

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  Před 2 lety

      BodyGlove performer 11' amzn.to/3E4LDCZ

  • @amasensuale
    @amasensuale Před 3 lety

    Amazing mic x3

  • @bparkinson1234
    @bparkinson1234 Před 3 lety +1

    Love your videos. How do you make the selfie stick vanish? Thanks

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  Před 3 lety +1

      Bill's Cool Projects Thanks Bill! Here’s video czcams.com/video/3-zgp-Fjf0U/video.html

    • @bparkinson1234
      @bparkinson1234 Před 3 lety

      MicBergsma thanks!!! Use allot of your ideas on my CZcams channel. Check it out... just ordered hero8. Will retire my hero3. Thanks again!

    • @bparkinson1234
      @bparkinson1234 Před 3 lety

      Hate to bug you again. In the last video when you were hiking up the mountain with your friends... Seems that I could see the handle of the stick in your hand. But the stick it self disappeared. Did you do that with editing ? Thanks again.

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  Před 3 lety

      Bill's Cool Projects oh! I used 360 camera - GoPro Max 360 camera doesn’t require to edit, it just do like that 😄

    • @bparkinson1234
      @bparkinson1234 Před 3 lety

      MicBergsma got it. That’s cool. Ill check it out... have a great evening... if your ever in Colorado..... have a room for your guys... thanks

  • @20EUR20
    @20EUR20 Před 3 lety +1

    💚 I wish I were there

  • @aliadams420
    @aliadams420 Před 3 lety +1

    🤙

  • @tiagomiranda8267
    @tiagomiranda8267 Před rokem

    Eu gostei muito gopro 8 😉👌🤟

  • @PaddleScotland
    @PaddleScotland Před rokem

    I googled for views of go pros on paddle boards and this was the first video. Your also do sign which is even better as I am deaf.

  • @FunHiking
    @FunHiking Před 3 lety +1

    It can attach to bicycles, motorcycles, hiking, and cars. 👍

  • @MeMelon4u
    @MeMelon4u Před 3 lety

    Wow,ur so underrated,love ur videos but didn't get a positive response from u when I dm'd u,my life goal is to live in Hawaii like u,am only 16 and want to learn surfing 🌊

  • @ohduana6746
    @ohduana6746 Před rokem

    My heart broke every time you threw a mount in the water 🤣

  • @4fins
    @4fins Před rokem

    Song??

  • @elrohir_
    @elrohir_ Před 3 lety

    Hahahaha 🤣 hilarious my man! Keep up

  • @iniomtheoyaa8739
    @iniomtheoyaa8739 Před 3 lety

    i like, 👍😊👍

  • @gymfitnessfitnessgym7624
    @gymfitnessfitnessgym7624 Před 3 lety +1

    Where can I buy ur sup board? =)

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  Před 3 lety

      link is in video description and in my pinned comment :)

  • @Rudi.D
    @Rudi.D Před 3 lety +1

    your video's are always so sharp and colorfull...I have the GP7-black....my video's ar not so sharp... :(

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  Před 3 lety +1

      Hey Rudi, just make sure the lens is 100% clean then video will look sharp :)

    • @Rudi.D
      @Rudi.D Před 3 lety +1

      @@MicBergsma the lens is always clean...is it maybe that I set it to 2.7k and not at 4k?

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  Před 3 lety

      @@Rudi.D Where did you see your video being not clear?

    • @Rudi.D
      @Rudi.D Před 3 lety +1

      @@MicBergsma facebook....when I set my pictures there

    • @Rudi.D
      @Rudi.D Před 3 lety

      I placed a test video here, pure video no extra editing: czcams.com/video/35CAl_iTtUs/video.html

  • @ildikomagyar1201
    @ildikomagyar1201 Před 3 lety +1

    Please the next videotips: GOPRO WEBCAM, GOPRO LABS test operation. Thank you...

  • @superfisherman5280
    @superfisherman5280 Před 3 lety

    i like it 🤩. i use chesty mount for my video,( i'm a SUP Fisher) but i thing that a 360 camera on paddleboard can be amazing do giù thing?
    please can you try a 360 camera mounted on paddleboard? and can you make a video? (i'm italian and i do not speack english so well) tnks bye 🤙

  • @mtd8805
    @mtd8805 Před 3 lety

    👍🤪

  • @conchasotelo9698
    @conchasotelo9698 Před 3 lety

    like

  • @ummetarafder782
    @ummetarafder782 Před 3 lety

    Hey VW remember your CZcams video episode 22 should we. 🙋‍♂️🏄‍♂️🚣‍♂️🤙🤙👈👊 Thank you. 👍🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌👑

  • @denizstar5452
    @denizstar5452 Před 3 lety +1

    Hey my friend be careful don't drop to much your camera in sea maybe shark's buyt your camera 😊

  • @QuietFlight123
    @QuietFlight123 Před 2 lety

    Awesome video! Thank you for doing this!