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I have the SP POV Buoy, it's definitely a nice grenade/pistol grip type mount but as you mentioned, you won't get very far with it. Check out my post from a couple days ago (quoted below), I recommend the XSories Big U-Shot 2.0 with either a ProFloaty strapped to it or a pool noodle float.

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There are a couple factors that you need to take into account when choosing a telescoping pole mount:

• Application (underwater, outside window while driving, walking, etc)
  
• Maximum (fully extended) length
  
• Portability (fully collapsed length)
  
• Price
  
  I did some research and ended up trying a couple different products, and I'll share my thoughts on each one with you.
  
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  XSories Big U-Shot
  
  | Min (Collapsed) Length | Max (Extended) Length | Weight | Price |
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  | 8.75in (22.23cm) | 37.75in (95.89cm) | 4.1oz (116.23g) | $39.99 |
  
  Pros:
  
  
• At ~9 inches, the XSories Big U-Shot is almost small enough to be pocket sized. I actually put it in my swimming trunks pocket and used the included carbiner to clip the bottom of it to a belt loop (yes my swimming trunks have belt loops) to prevent it from falling out. It ended up being fairly comfortable while sitting on a jetski.
  
  
• The extension locking mechanism allows for quickly readjusting pole length.
  
  
• With a max reach of 37.75 inches, you can easily fit yourself and a bunch of your friends into a nice selfie - and depending on the angle you use, you won't even see the pole.
  
  
• The pole is light enough to float with an attached ProFloaty (3rd party floaty with attached tether).
  
  Cons
  
  
• This is not meant for shooting in or around water. I took it on the ocean for one day, and all of the metal in the ball head noticeably oxidized.
  
  
• The locking mechanism seems cheap and flimsy, you basically pull out a section and twist it to the side and it seems to lock with friction.
  
  
• Maybe it's because I over tightened the tripod mount, but the little clear disk under the 1/4" screw started cracking after about 3 uses, and will likely fall off shortly. This confirms my suspicion that the entire ball head on this one is a bit too fragile.
  
  
• Due to it's light weight I'm a little concerned about holding it out the car window while going 80mph.
  
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  Sealife Aquapod
  
  | Min (Collapsed) Length | Max (Extended) Length | Weight | Price |
  |:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|
  | 18in (46cm) | 53in (135cm) | 9oz (255g) | $69.95 |
  
  Pros:
  
  
• At 53 inches you can get really up close and personal with wildlife, or capture some nice faux-flyover footage.
  
  
• The construction of this thing is strong and I would not hesitate to stick it out the window going 80mph.
  
  
• Firm locking mechanism.
  
  
• Comes with standard 1/4" inch and GoPro attachments, so you don't need the extra tripod mount. In addition, the attachments are quick release, so you can easily remove and put back the GoPro as needed.
  
  
• The Aquapod is made to be used underwater, so you don't need to worry about rust / oxidation.
  
  Cons
  
  
• When completely collapsed to 18 inches, it is far from pocket-sized and won't fit into just any backpack. Your best bet would be mounting it on the outside of your backpack/bag.
  
  
• The Aquapod is noticeably heavier than the other poles, which says something about its durability. At the same time, it takes a significant amount of strength to hold it, especially when fully extended.
  
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  XSories Big U-Shot 2.0
  
  | Min (Collapsed) Length | Max (Extended) Length | Weight | Price |
  |:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|
  | 11.45in (29cm) | 37in (94cm) | 4.94oz (140g) | $49.95 |
  
  Pros:
  
  
• With a max reach of ~37 inches (same as the original Big U-Shot), you can easily fit yourself and a bunch of your friends into a nice selfie - and depending on the angle you use, you won't even see the pole.
  
  
• 100% stainless aluminium ball-head feels sturdy and will not rust.
  
  
• The U-Shot 2.0 is made to be used underwater, so you don't need to worry about rust / oxidation.
  
  Cons
  
  
• Has the same extending/locking mechanism as the original U-Shot which I'm not a huge fan of.
  
  
• Feels a little flimsy when fully extended, but still better than the original U-Shot.
  
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  The XSories Big U-Shot and XSories Big U-Shot 2.0 both come in non-Big variants, but I feel they are too short to even be considered.
  
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  I think I'm gonna end up getting rid of the Sealife Aquapod and the original XSories Big U-Shot and keeping the XSories Big U-Shot 2.0; it's portable, extends enough to capture nice footage / get wildlife closeups and is meant to be used underwater so no worries about rust and corrosion. I really wish there was a hybrid between the XSories Big U-Shot 2.0 and Sealife Aquapod, but until then I hope my breakdown will help you in making a decision.

Thanks /u/lamic

I looked through your post and recommendations, it looks awesome! I know I really should wait for the Hero5 but I'm not sure if I can wait.


I started to put a list of things I want/need into a spreadsheet, to start looking at Price. I have Amazon Prime so I'm thinking about ordering everything through Amazon.


Can you take a quick look through my list and see if everything checks out and if I missed anything for "Basic" operations? Then could you make any more recommendations, or let me know what my next purchases should be?

• GoPro HERO4 SILVER- $338
  
  
  
• Memory Card Lexar 64GB- $35, Looks like the cheapest one between Sandisk Extreme and Lexar, Lexar currently is the cheapest on Amazon
  
  
• Batteries - Wasabi Power Battery (2-Pack)- $22, Read a few reviews and people said they like these batteries a lot. Should give me enough juice and let me know how long I can record with, until I'm completely dead.
  
  
  
• Protection Lens - $7 I really just need to lens protector, in the reviews people are saying some parts don’t fit the Hero4 only the Hero3. Or should I put the $20 version off the actual GoPro site?
  
  
• GoPro The Tool – $4, Like you requested and reading some comments it looks like it would be worth it.
  
  
• A basic Card Reader - $7, did a quick google search on best card readers this one popped up for best for it’s price.
  
  
• SANDMARC® Pole - $40, Looked up some reviews and people tend to like this one. It seems like is always recommended to have some kind of stick or holdable mount to start off with. Also could you go into a little more detail about mounting the GoPro?
  
  
• Pelican Case -$25 I like the idea of it being waterproof and I like to be organized with my stuff. So this looks like a perfect fit. And it will be an awesome case to travel with.
  
  
• Kingston 5-in-1 Mobile Companion - $35 I was watching some videos and it seems like this could be a cool little gadget to have. I would mostly use it for “mobile uploads to Hard Drives”. Working in IT I know how important it is to have backups, and this will let me get around bringing a laptop to the resort and other stuff. This is the video I’m referring too that shows you how to upload to a HD with out a computer.
  
  
  So with everything in my cart I’m sitting at $488 which is with in my budget.
  
  I’m still reading about the remote. That might be something we add down the line. I think I’ll be pretty content with just my phone app or getting the “waterproof touch screen” case cover too.
  
  Do you think this is a good setup? Will this get me going? Do you have any recommendations, or anything that I should add or not buy yet?
  

This is a good place to start. Here are a few more thoughts/suggestions:

• Check the contents of the Lexar card, mine came with a mini card reader that works well.
  
• The gopro battery will be the limiting factor when continuously recording, you should test the maximum recording time before your wedding. Use the same settings and try to recreate the temperature it will be running at during the wedding.
  
• I highly suggest a product like this to give you peace of mind when you are using your gopro in the water. There are several cheap options on amazon.
  
• One thing that nobody has mentioned in this thread yet is sound. If you want the dialogue from your ceremony to come through the gopro will have to be very close. If there is wind it will be even more difficult to hear you. You'll get the best results if the case is not on.
  
• If any of your guests own gopros I'm sure they will be bringing them. See if they will let you borrow them for the wedding and pull the footage off of them afterwards. This way you can have multiple angles and make a really nice video later on. If he's up to it you can have the officiant wear a chest mounted gopro which will give a nice up close perspective and probably capture the best sound. You can get creative with any other angles.
  
• This flexible tripod is one of my favorite accessories. It's so versatile and can be mounted to just about anything. There are cheaper alternatives on amazon, I chose this one because it has a level (it was also $20 at the time I bought it).
  
• The Suction Cup is also a very useful tool for mounting the gopro. I suggest getting the gopro brand because it is sturdy and the suction cup is very strong.
  
• I would leave most of the settings alone. There is a ton of information on this subject and it can be overwhelming. My two cents are to use 2.7K resolution wide for most everything. If you want slow motion use 1080p at 60 FPS.
  
• One of the biggest problems with most people's videos are that they are shakey as hell. Try to keep the camera steady if possible. If you want to expand your budget a bit you can purchase a gimbal which will give you very very good results. Understandably those are out of most peoples' budgets and there are other techniques you can use to keep the camera steady by using the pole that will give decent results.
  
• If your gopro is in a cool/cold hotel room and you take it outside into the hot/humid air fog will condense on the lens. Once the lens warms up the fog will go away.
  
• Make sure you play with your gopro before hand so that you get a good feel for it and you can get any questions out of the way a head of time.
  
  Feel free to ask any questions you might still have. Also, congratulations and good luck!

Hero 7 black is the way to go. The hypersmooth stabilization makes it worth it.

Accessories to get:

First of all, get a gopro plus trial. It gives you 50% off of batteries and other accessories, but not chargers or microsd cards.

Grab a few extra batteries. With the trial, they're $10 each.

The dual bay charger is well worth the price.

These are the microsd cards I use in my H7B. They're fast, reliable and cheap. Also on gopro's recommended list of cards to use.

I use tempered glass protectors for the lens and rear screen and they don't affect video quality at all. They went on very easily and the lens cap is a nice bonus.

For a case, I currently use this one, but the official case looks good too.

I use this frame mount and love it. The front round piece can be removed if desired; I took it off as I don't need it for what I use my gopro for. It includes mounting options for both standard threaded mounts and gopro mounts. And the back slides on and off.

If you need a head mount, the amazonbasics one is identical to the official gopro branded mount aside from the logo (I have both).

Completely optional, but I really like these aluminum knobs over the standard plastic ones.

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That about covers everything I use. Hope this helps some!

You're an awesome girlfriend by default, FYI. :)

> What is the best camera?

Eh, it's a debatable point. The newest/latest/greatest is the Hero3+ Black Edition. However, last year's flagship model, the Hero3 Black Edition, is still quite fantastic and probably the more preferable model right now because of some possible focus issues with the Hero3+ BE.

> Does it take pictures too?

heck yeah, check out their instagram for a few samples.

> Does it need an sd card or some sort of disk for recording?

Yep, you'll/he'll need a micro SD card with a minimum read/write speed. GoPro has a list of acceptable cards here

> Is there anything else I should buy with it that would be necessary such as an extra battery or a stand or something?

The battery life isn't fantastic... it wouldn't hurt to grab a wasabi battery set on amazon. A lot of us use/like them as a generic alternative.

Also, there's a billion and a half mounts for GoPros available from both GoPro and 3rd party manufacturers. Depending on what he'll do with the camera, he may need/want one or the other. You COULD get him one/some of these, but I think it'd probably be better to let him decided what's best for how he'll use it.

Good luck, and keep being an awesome GF!

Thanks! I put my GoPro on Burst mode to capture it. I originally was trying to get it half under water & half above, but that didn't happen lol. I believe I did 30 frames per 1 second. I know it's a lot of pictures, but I wanted a good shot and usually you will get a couple great ones out of the 30 that I took. I always have Protune on. White balance-5500k, Color-Gopro color, Iso-800, High sharpness, Exposure-0.
I can look again, but I'm pretty sure that is the settings I had selected.

Accessories: I have the GoPole Evo-http://www.amazon.com/GPE-10-Floating-Extension-Cameras-Transparent/dp/B00B3YJG5C

I think it's an amazing pole to have. It is a bit big, especially while snorkeling, but I was able to get some great videos/pics because of it. Hope this helps! If you have any other questions let me know

I picked up the sandmarc pole a month ago and love it. i can't compare it to others, but it's much better than the stick I was using that I picked up in hawaii a year ago, haha. Makes it easy to shoot away from me/the pole and then flip it to shoot selfies. I had it fully extended, out my trucks window going 70mph over the weekend, no issues. The twist locks seem nice as well. No complaints at all. Here is a referral link to save 10% if you buy it from them. It's also on amazon with free shipping if you have prime.
Not sure if the link will work, but here it is out the window: https://38.media.tumblr.com/82fc1d14de6205e6b6a18763fe2a2861/tumblr_n9tgt8HFk51qeigmjo2_1280.jpg

edit: I have no expierence with the GoPole, so I can't say one is better then another, I just liked the price of the sandmarc, went with it and I'm happy with it. The wrist strap seems to be holding in there and the mount at the end looks just like a GoPro original. Let me know if you have any questions about it.

the best place will be online on amazon.com or people on this subreddit may point out places that are having especially good deals, right now this usually applies for the hero 3 black.

Depending on which camera you get there are certain micro sd specifications. If you plan on getting the white I believe you need a class 8 or above but considering the deals available for the newer models I would advise against this.

Getting the Silver you should get any micro sd that's class 10 I think this was the best deal when I got mine.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007XZL7PC/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

for the black you'll need again any class 10 but avoid using sandisk as there have been some problems where the gopro limits the bitrate for the very high resolutions.

For the black + you'll need one of the micro sd cards specified on this list

http://gopro.com/support/articles/software-update-release

you can find micro sd cards in store at best buy or radioshack or office depot but they will be more expensive than they will be online, and if you need to get one of the micro sd cards specified on the list, youll probably have to buy it online (I didnt see any in store).

If your getting the black or black+ this is the micro sd I got

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009SK57ZQ/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

let me know if theres anything else, best of luck

It looks nice I have a H4S so I cant use it as its only for the 3+. However personally because it is in place of the backdoor I dont know how safe the camera would be because of the extra weight if it were to fall and hit between the hinge and the battery.

The brunton case is "only" 4000mah, but if it were me I would purchase an external battery pack you can get a 10000-15000mah battery pack for under $25 and a set of extra batteries either of these would do, you can charge them with the external battery pack and will have WAY more than enough life to last you days of recording. For the price smatree looks the best it has a three channel charger so you could charge your gopro battery outside of its case as well.

These links are for the Hero 4 but they have the same batteries for the hero 3's as well.

Newmowa $19

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NYKTN60/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=XWVGO54S0UHL&coliid=I8IYLLB5U1SQM

Wasabi $24

http://www.amazon.com/Wasabi-Power-Battery-AHDBT-401-AHBBP-401/dp/B00OAAUZO2/ref=pd_cp_p_1

Smatree $20

http://www.amazon.com/Smatree%C2%AE-1290mAh-Replacement-3-Channel-Camcorder/dp/B00OT7N2ZA/ref=pd_cp_p_0

I brought 3 batteries, including the original GoPro battery. I bought this and used a solar charger as a backup but ended up not needing it at all. I got the solar charger for $50 at Lowe's, surprisingly.

EDIT: I also only brought the 3-way mount and chest mount. It worked perfectly. Wish I'd brought the headmount; sparpole climbing would've been pretty cool.
Tip: learn how to use the camera and how you want to be able to edit the footage when you're done. I moreso learned how to use the camera on this trip.

I've shared this a few time in the sub-reddit, but I'm pumped on this http://www.amazon.com/Bodhi-Floaty-Case-Orange/dp/B01ETXS4MO/ref=zg_bsnr_3350301_9
It works a lot better than the floaty backdoor for chest and head mount's, and allows you to use your favorite pole/grip in the water vs a floaty pole/bobber [aka saves you money]. helps you pack lighter and use your favorite stuff. If you're a Hero 4 Silver or LCD bacpac user you an also see the screen. It's a big upgrade to your GP setup.

Cool, Thank you!

Do you think the wireless mic would be a better option than something like this?

Rode VideoMicro Compact On-Camera Microphone with Rycote Lyre Shock Mount: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015R0IQGW/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A17MC6HOH9AVE6

Can you eleborate on comprehensive audio setup?

I'm trying to think of ideas of how filming my teaching this could work audio-wise. I could potentially re-add the music in post production and maybe have the voice audio mic so loud that the music in the back wouldn't show up at all.

My goal is to create videos of me teaching my group yoga classes to post it on YouTube so people can take the classes with us if they choose. I'm hung up on the audio and also getting into music copywrite stuff for youtube. I create unique playlists to teach to for each class and it is a big component to the teaching. If I can integrate the music the classes will be more interesting, dynamc and fun.

Any Ideas or suggestions anyone has is appreciated! I've been trying to sort through this for a while now...

As someone who has recently spent a lot of time researching SD cards for a new GoPro. Allow me to save you a lot of time.

Don't bother with anything less than class 10. Anything lower will not work.

Avoid Sandisk, they work fine for some people, but lots of people have issues with them.

A single 32GB card will provide more shooting time than a single battery will give you, so if you don't have extra batteries and don't plan on getting any, 32GB is fine. However, extra batteries are relatively cheap, so I opted to go for 64GB.

Long story short:
This is the one I went with

That is about the best bang for you buck your going to find.

There are a few (slightly) better cards out there, but they are over 100 dollars.

Hope this helps.

So what's the best deal on the camera and memory card? I imagine since the product is brand new it'll be pretty much the exact same from everywhere, right?
I was just going to buy it off Amazon (once it shows up as in stock) with this memory card.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009SK57ZQ/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A22D4OS15PHL3K

Any reason not to? Is that a good memory card? It's one of the recommended ones on GoPro's website so I figure it's a safe bet.

Buy the Hero4 to future proof yourself a bit more. Another GoPro won't be coming out for awhile and when it finally does, it will only be marginally better than the 4 while much better than the 3+. So far the screen has been great, just take care of it and keep it protected as often as possible. I just received these in the mail also:

http://www.amazon.com/Smatree%C2%AE-1290mAh-Replacement-3-Channel-Camcorder/dp/B00OT7N2ZA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1419799174&sr=8-3&keywords=hero+4+battery

http://www.amazon.com/RAVPower%C2%AE-10400mAh-External-Thunderbolt-Incredible/dp/B009V5X1CE/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1419816813&sr=8-4&keywords=gopro+external+battery

I went for both, the Bacpac and the spare battery just because I could and because of the advantages of having each. I'll go through what I like about each of them and what I find them both to be useful for, hopefully that'll help you.

The Bacpac to me has been very good because it doesn't add a lot of bulk to the GoPro but does manage to extend the battery life by quite a bit. I can't give you any numbers, but I've done half a day of snowboarding with one fully charged battery and Bacpac as a reference. What's also nice about the Bacpac is that if you use the Skeleton Backdoor for it you have access to the MicroUSB charging port on it, so you can charge it while in use; I use this when I'm in a car (on the racetrack or on roadtrips) to be able to film continuously. So far this has somewhat replaced the Frame Housing as it allows me to charge the camera.

As for the spare batteries, I went with the Wasabi Power option as it is very cheap, gives you two batteries equivalent in quality to the GoPro batteries and comes with a charger for both power outlets and cars. If I were to only use my GoPro for outdoor activities I have to say I'd probably go for that option as changing batteries is very swift and three fully charged batteries usually last the whole day for me.

Hope this helped and if you have any further questions, don't hesitate to ask!

http://www.amazon.com/GoPro-AUCMT-302-Suction-Cup-Mount/dp/B00F19Q7YI/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1463955388&sr=1-1&keywords=gopro+car+mount
Also this mount is awesome for doing a driving timelapse :) super good and can also be used for other shots as well

I just bought the sandmarc pole last week for my new go pro:
http://www.amazon.com/SANDMARC-Pole-Edition-Telescoping-Extension/dp/B00I1QVWX4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1415850237&sr=8-1&keywords=sandmarc+black

So far I really like it. I wanted something small enough to fit in a backpack to take snowboarding or traveling. It fits the bill perfect. Customer service was excellent as well. I took it apart to wash after it was in some salt water, lost one of the plastic tabs that provides friction. I emailed asking if i could pay for a replacement. They said they were going to mail them to me for free.

Hey fai1, I bought this EVO pole from Amazon for a recent trip to Iceland. It handled the sulfur hot springs and salt water like a champ. The telescoping section is all clear so it's less distracting in videos and plastic is lighter and less likely to corrode than the GoPro branded poles. The main pole is watertight unless you open the twist joint under water, then it will fill and sink. I locked it before submersion so it would float. When I was done shooting for the day, I submerged the whole pole and let it fill with tap water to clear out residue before opening the twist joint and resting the pole upside-down to let the water drain out. Good luck!

• A suction cup mount is great to mount your GoPro inside and outside of your car. Just make sure to tether it when it's outside. I'd recommend the [GoPro suction cup] (http://amzn.com/B00F19Q7YI)
  
  
• There are a lot of great tripods out there. I have a Slik tripod that I have used with my GoPro and it's great. It's fairly compact and not too heavy. [Slik Tripod] (http://amzn.com/B000HZH6W8)
  
  
• Yeah the battery life isn't great on GoPros. I'm not sure which generation you're planning on buying but if you're going with a 3+, you can get the [Brunton All Day power pack] (http://amzn.com/B00LUKNM5E). If you're going with a Hero 4, the Brunton won't work with those so you could get a [GoPro Battery Bacpac] (http://amzn.com/B00NIYJFRO).
  
  
• You can plug a USB cable into your GoPro while recording. You won't be able to do that with the regular housing though so you'll need [the frame] (http://shop.gopro.com/mounts/the-frame/ANDFR-302.html#/start=1) or the [Skeleton Housing] (http://shop.gopro.com/accessories/skeleton-housing/AHSSK-301.html#/start=1)
  
  
• Always tether. ALWAYS!
  
  
  

1. Buy it shortly so you have time to play with it, master the settings, etc.
   
   
2. I would buy some extra batteries. I think many people here have used these with good success: http://www.amazon.com/Wasabi-Power-Battery-AHDBT-201-AHDBT-301/dp/B00AAIPT76/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1370588037&sr=8-1&keywords=gopro+black+edition+batteries That gives you a car charger, wall charger, and 2 batteries for $25.
   
   
3. This starts with more of a question, but are you taking a cell phone. I would simply to use as a wifi device. I've yet to try this, so maybe someone else can chime in, but if you have a phone with a micso SD slot, you can take the card from the gopro, but it in your phone, and when you're in an area with wifi, like a cafe/hotel/restaurant, you could then upload the files to some sort of online storage site.
   
   
4. At a minimum I would grab a couple extra SD cards anyway. Keep an eye on slickdeals.net and you should be able to pick up 32gb class 10 cards for about $25.
   
   
5. ENJOY, and I can't wait to see some footage!

Planning on buying the Hero7, I have few questions:

I know Hero7 has HyperSmooth. Would a Gimbal improve stabilization or it's pointless? Would The Handler or similar be enough? I'd love to have maximum stabilization as possible (planning on going to concerts and filming).

I'd also love to set up an external mic (I have this one) attached to the Gimbal/handler, sort of like this picture. Is it possible with a Gimbal?

I've read that having the GoPro 3.5mm Mic Adapter plus an external mic, some people got problems while recording and simultaneously charging the GoPro Hero7 battery saying there was no audio recorded in the video, if this is true it's fixable?

Since I'll go to concerts, due to the high volume, is it possible to adjust the audio to the minimum into the Hero7 settings?

Any recommendations if Karma Grip is better than any other like Feiyu G6 Gimbal?

In my opinion I'd skip the chest mount and get a telescoping mount, like this one. You'll be able to get cool looking selfies without looking like a complete ass and you can make some interesting shots (over walls, off the edge of buildings, etc.) with the pole at full length. And when you're just doing normal-er handheld stuff you can just reel the pole in to minimum length and use it as a palm grip.

Edit: Also get one of these because it's the best accessory deal there is. Two batteries and a wall charger for $24.

Edit 2: Also unless you're really strapped for cash the black version is weeeellll worth it over the silver. The amount of increased control and shooting modes you have over the Silver will last forever and you only have to pay for it once :). If you hunt around you can usually find some kind of online coupon that brings the price down, I know REI does a 20% off single item coupon every 6 months or so that can save you a bundle on pricier items.

I bought mine from amazon here: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Wasabi-Power-Battery-AHDBT-201-AHDBT-301/dp/B00AAIPT76/ref=lh_ni_t?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2DKKJOHWOIGCJ

not sure if it's the same link you're using...
but i also signed up for a month free trial with amazon prime as they give you one free 1-day delivery with the trial, you can then stop it from auto-renewing onto a paying contract immediately. worked a treat, arrived within two days!

Just buy extra batteries, third party ones are pretty decent and cheap.

http://www.amazon.com/Wasabi-Power-Battery-AHDBT-201-AHDBT-301/dp/B00AAIPT76/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1374165187&sr=1-1&keywords=go+pro+battery

i bought these and they work fine. Yeah they do drain fast but that happens with every model. good luck!

clip-on mount, good for backpacks, music stands, belts, anything similar. It does a pretty good job.

Spring clamp. Stick a curved adhesive mount on it and you've got yourself a great clamp mount. A hell of a lot cheaper than the GoPro branded version.

A GoPole or similar. I've got an extending version that I snagged from Best Buy. It does a nice job and is probably the most useful accessory I've got.

Brunton All Day battery. Only fits on a few cases, is not waterproof, but has a ton of battery life. Also, you can charge your phone from it.

I'm sure there's more, but I use these almost every time I use my H3+

Check out GoPro's book. It has a ton of great info from camera settings and mounts to how to tell a good story with your video. Great read. Here is the amazon link

Bought this a few months for my Hero 3+. Works great and the charger is awesome for both the wall and car.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AAIPT76/ref=redir_mdp_mobile?pc_redir=T1

My best guess:

RØDE VideoMic with Rycote Lyre Mount with Deadcat

160 LED Video Light (Or something similar)

Camcorder Stabilizing Handle Grip (Or something similar)

GoPro Jaws Mount

A filter adapter - somtehing like this

GoPro Mic Cable

Quite a nice setup, although I'd be conceerned about shadows from the light on the clamp and gopro, and the chance of the clamp coming off if bumped

So this is currently sold out (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J92LB62/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) because someone posted a code for 50% off the other day, and I bought one. Perfect size, holds everything but my suction cup and GoPole. Great case. When they're back in stock, would recommend

The Jaws Flex Clamp Mount has proven to be the most versatile mount I have. It's a mini "pole", it's a gooseneck, and it's a very strong clamp that can be secure for lots of uses. I clamped it to my bike seat for a chase cam, I clamped it to my handle bars, I clamped it to my kids' stroller for a dolly cam, chain link fences, etc, you name it.

The chest strap is probably my 2nd most used mount, but I don't use it that often.

I have a pole but I've yet to use it. I'm more into taking videos of other people than myself. :)

I want to get a quick clip, I think that might be nice for a belt or backpack strap.

yep yep yep.

I tried it also. did not work nearly as well as the Jaws. It's totally worth the money. It's actually pretty reasonable on Amazon

I bring my gopro almost everywhere and 90% of the time I either use this clip or just have the camera with no mounts/accessories. The clip is very strong, I put it on my backpack straps all the time, even trust it mountain biking or riding my motorcycle.

Do yourself a favor and buy the frame, it's a lot lighter than the waterproof case and you can get better audio.

Also, be careful with roller coasters, most places will not let you bring it on and if they see you with it will kick you out.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K3GI8Y6/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Yes, lots of cards and lots of batteries! The batteries don't last all that long so you can pick up a charger and 2 pack of batteries cheap.

http://www.amazon.com/Wasabi-Power-Battery-AHDBT-001-AHDBT-002/dp/B005NC8BF6/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1380809709&sr=8-3&keywords=Go+Pro+Charger

Be sure you get the right memory card for the Hero 2, depending what you are shooting you may not need a class 10. Here is a helpful link.

http://goprouser.freeforums.org/stickie-sd-and-sdmicro-card-recommendations-t10654.html

Will I notice much difference between these two cards:

Sandisk Extreme A2 - 128gb, This one is on the list

This one is not on the list, but has worked okay in my gopro hero 6

Thank you for any advice

I have the wasabi batteries, they are fantastic! Also, the charger they come with is really convenient because it will also charge in the car. As far as mounts go, I would recommend the head strap mount or something for your head, your preference of a gopole mount, and maybe a tripod mount and the handlebar mount comes in handy for oars/paddles or a homemade gopole. Also checkout r/goprodiy for some great ideas on the cheap. You can also make a diy chesty with the base the gopro comes attached to.

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This is my favorite pole by far! I own it and love it. I wrote a review on this sub if you're interested too.

I have a 3+B, and one of my friends has the 3+S.

side by side you can definately tell the difference between cameras, but the silver is still pertty good.

make sure to get a polarizer filter for the lens, so that snow footage is worth using, otherwise there is very little contrast in the snow.

the camera will get about 1:30 on a battery, so get a couple of spares too. wasabi power is a good brand for reliable low cost batteries.

batteries

55mm lens adapter

polarizer filter

heres a quick video demonstrating the difference between a polarizer and no polarizer in the snow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7imNlkGmuTI

Thanks for these tips. I have two extra batteries and they are an awesome addition, makes life a bit easier.

I used this clip to clip it to my backpack/bag strap. It rotates and tilts, so you can level it out easily. Sometimes I would hardwire it with a usb L bracket to an external battery. It made a great bodycam and I got hours of footage. Admittedly, this is not the best footage to make an edited video with as it was somewhat shaky and wasn't ever really consciously framed, but because it was just stuck to my bag strap and pretty much always on, my kids forgot about it and quit mugging for the camera. I got a lot of good footage of my family just behaving naturally. It would be torture for anyone else to watch, but I love it. It was also very convenient and quick to unclip it from my strap and use it handheld on a ride or something.

I am a first-time owner (just got the GoPro HERO4 Session) and will be using my GoPro during an upcoming trip to Iceland. I have been experimenting using it in different lighting and such, but I feel like there is still much to learn. What are some pitfalls that I should avoid, and is there any advice anyone can offer an inexperienced GoPro user? I will be using it during a variety of activities like dogsledding, snorkeling, and overall vacation debauchery.

edit: As of right now, the accessories I own are the Fast Clamp and the Floating Hand Grip

Thanks for the review. I ordered the same thing a couple months back, and I think it's a really great package for those that are getting into the GoPro HERO4 series and need extra batteries. I believe it's also the only one (on Amazon) that allows charging for three batteries simultaneously. If you think about it, that makes a lot of sense because you already have the stock battery and you'll be getting two more.

Non-referral Amazon link

I recently purchased one of these and I can highly recommend it. It's not going to be studio quality fidelity, but it's certainly very good.

I got the Smatree 2x batteries. They've got 4.5 stars on Amazon with almost a thousand reviews. They're working great so far and I recommend them.

Uk owner here:

I’d say best is either

1. https://www.amazon.co.uk/SANDMARC-Pole-Waterproof-Telescoping-Extension/dp/B00I1QVWX4/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=sandmarc+pole&qid=1565302371&s=gateway&sprefix=sandmarc&sr=8-3
   
   Or
   
   
2. https://www.amazon.co.uk/GoPro-Grande-Extension-Official-Accessory/dp/B06XHJZLXG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=el+grande+gopro&qid=1565353144&s=gateway&sprefix=el+grande+&sr=8-1
   
   But if you want a compact one (which I don’t recommend for action shots)
   
   Either
   
   
3. https://www.amazon.co.uk/MyArmor-Rubberized-Waterproof-Extendable-Telescopic/dp/B01IGNDPKO/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=gopro+selfie+stick&qid=1565358026&s=gateway&sprefix=gopro+selfie&sr=8-3
   
   OR
   
   
4. https://www.amazon.co.uk/GoPro-Shorty-Mini-Extension-Tripod/dp/B0755G21GJ

Make sure you're using an SD Card that is on their list of approved models. I was having trouble with my H7B freezing, not turning on, and difficulty transferring media, but I had a very high quality SD card so I didn't think that was the issue. Finally dropped some money on a card that was on their list, and now my camera works perfectly. This is the one I got. For $25 bucks it's a pretty cheap way to figure out if that's your problem.

Also, GoPro released a book just recently, you can find it on amazon as an ebook or paperback: http://www.amazon.ca/GoPro-Professional-Filmmaking-covers-cameras/dp/0321934164

I just finished it and man was it worth the price, I've had a Hero3 for a couple years and just recently a Hero4 and I swear this book changed my whole perspective on shooting with my GoPro.

The book outlines every part of a shoot with tonnes of tips and behind the scenes insights into the GoPro shoots that everyone loves.

Seriously worth it in my opinion, I finished it a couple days ago and I've planned a shoot for this weekend coming and I can't wait to use my new knowledge of the camera I love!

I highly recommend getting and reading GoPro: Professional Guide to Filmmaking. I learned a lot from that book about different GoPro settings, editing techniques, and story structure.

I'd get the gooseneck and clamp. That's great for time lapses since it lets you put your GoPro anywhere. While walking, nothing beats a gimbal like a Feiyu G4.

I use this and it works just fine. Pretty versatile too, almost like a mini jaws clamp.

Here's the Amazon Link... seems much cheaper than that Peachpit link.

Seems like it'd be better to get a digital copy due to it being "packed with ... interactive links to videos"...

A lot of people seem to recommend this one:

Feiyu Tech Phone Gimbal

by Feiyutech

Link: https://amzn.com/B00T32A0K6

It's $215 right now, so it's cheaper than some, but the footage I've seen with it seems to be pretty smooth.

easiest way is to use a backpack strap mount, it'll put it just above the chest and you can clip the mount as high/low as you like.

https://www.amazon.com/Sametop-Backpack-Compatible-Session-Cameras/dp/B01BSE454S/ref=sr_1_6_acs_ac_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1550691311&sr=8-6-acs&keywords=gopro+shoulder+mount

Without a backpack, you could buy a shoulder mount like the one linked below and just slide the mount piece lower down the shoulder since it's on a strap anyway so it's adjustable.

https://www.amazon.com/ARCHE-Shoulder-Harness-Supports-Session/dp/B07D9QLPC9/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&qid=1550691311&sr=8-18&keywords=gopro+shoulder+mount

ive been debating on doing that, then using the gift card to help pay for this gimble or for the Mic.

The official gopro suction cup is currently $20 on amazon which is an amazing deal for the quality I would highly suggest buying it.

http://amzn.com/B00F19Q7YI

Awesome. Specifically this one?

http://www.amazon.com/GoPro-ACMPM-001-Jaws-Clamp-Mount/dp/B00F19Q2R0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395412606&sr=8-1&keywords=gopro+clamp+jaws

Hi there,

Is the 128gb Sandisk Extreme memory card supported by the H7B? I've had a look and only the 32GB and 64GB are detailed on the gopro website.

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Cheers

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https://www.amazon.com.au/Sandisk-Extreme-128GB-microSD-Adapter/dp/B07FCMKK5X/ref=dp_ob_title_ce

I have a Hero3, but should be similar enough to yours.
I get about an hour on a full charge.
I mainly shoot 1080. Not sure is 720 will affect battery life. Probably not.
Not sure about 60 vs 30. Google it.
I have 3 batteries and change them out every hour. You can get 2 batteries and a wall outlet charger from Wasabi on Amazon for $20. Make sure it is compatible with your model.
http://www.amazon.com/Wasabi-Power-Battery-AHDBT-001-AHDBT-002/dp/B005NC8BF6
Hope this helps.

save some more money, its not just the cam, here are the links to the MUST HAVES:

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https://www.amazon.de/SHOOT-Klebebefestigung-Adhesive-Aufkleber-Halterung/dp/B01LZOSHOK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1549874404&sr=8-2&keywords=gopro+sticker

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https://www.amazon.de/GoPro-Shorty-Mini-Verla%CC%88ngerungsstange-Stativ-schwarz/dp/B0755G21GJ/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1549874264&sr=8-7&keywords=gopro+zubeh%C3%B6r

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https://www.amazon.de/iTrunk-Displayschutz-Sicherheitsglas-Displayschutzfolie-Objektivdeckel/dp/B01M726ZLJ/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1549874264&sr=8-16&keywords=gopro+zubeh%C3%B6r

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https://www.amazon.de/1500mAh-Ersatzakku-Ladeger%C3%A4t-Kompatibel-Firmware/dp/B07FW2GDT3/ref=sr_1_30?ie=UTF8&qid=1549874294&sr=8-30&keywords=gopro+zubeh%C3%B6r

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https://www.amazon.de/SanDisk-Extreme-microSDXC-Speicherkarte-SD-Adapter/dp/B07FCMKK5X/ref=sr_1_48?ie=UTF8&qid=1549874318&sr=8-48&keywords=gopro+zubeh%C3%B6r

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If you're getting poor battery life, you can get wasabi batteries for cheap. I get 3 hours EASY out of my hero2 on 720p 60fps settings. the new Hero is LESS than the Hero2 in terms of quality and capability. It also seems extremely constricting, in that you can't have wifi, and it appears bacpacs are not going to work with it.

Amazon Link

This one has great reviews, I have been planning on getting it. Comes with 2 batteries and a charger.

I just bought my first GoPro and I'm also looking for this. There are $2 clips on eBay but they look cheap. The GoPro clip linked here looks a lot better.

Peak ones to but it's too pricey for me. Here are alternatives I found

http://www.amazon.com/PolarPro-StrapMount-GoPro-BackPack-LifeVest/dp/B00UJI8OVK?&tag=rnwap-20

http://www.dx.com/p/pannovo-backpack-clip-fast-clamp-mount-for-gopro-3-4-session-xiaomi-xiaoyi-408079

And this

http://www.dx.com/p/neopine-360-degrees-backpack-shoulder-strap-mount-for-gopro-hero-2-3-4-xiaomi-xiaoyi-390467

I don't know which I'll get.

> Can someone explain what this setup is?

Evo SS gimbal mounted on an Amazon selfie stick, with the phone mounted as a monitor for viewing through the GoPro app.

The hypersmooth should work fine, even on your chest mount. Try shooting 2.7K/30 and see if that helps.

YouTube is full of vacation videos shot on a GoPro.

For accessories, I recommend:

• A quality monopod (NOT a cheap selfie stick)
  
• Jaws clamp
  
• GorillaPod
  
• Spare batteries & charger
  
• Bobber handle or Floaty back door if you're going in the water
  
• Quality SD card from the list of recommended cards from GoPro
  
• An appropriate filter, suitable for any snorkelling / diving conditions you may be in
  
• A head or chest mount for any hiking you'll be doing (prefer head mount)

I used this mount: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K3GI8Y6?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

I clamped my camera to the edge seat of the Kayak and then to the paddle - it's really strong for how cheap it is, highly suggest it

There is currently no 3rd party usb-c mic adapter in the market.

That being said the most popular mic is the
https://www.amazon.com/Rode-VideoMicro-Compact-Camera-Microphone/dp/B015R0IQGW

SanDisk Extreme 128 GB microSDXC Memory Card + SD Adapter with A2 App Performance + Rescue Pro Deluxe, Up to 160 MB/s, Class 10, UHS-I, U3, V30 https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07FCMKK5X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_EnDSDbDGPE1RM

I've been using this thing as a floaty its been good for river trips and cliff jumping and whatnot.

You could also get this offbrand one, it comes with adhesive to stick it to to any back.

So, For an extension pole I was looking at the Sandmark
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I1QVWX4/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1VFH6EEG1FD6N

Would you say the Dolica is better?

Pick up a Session at a discount and get a external battery charger for your 2, i've never charged a battery in camera.

This is a good combo http://www.amazon.com/Wasabi-Power-Original-AHDBT-001-AHDBT-002/dp/B005NC8BF6

i probably average an hour and a half for battery life. get these and be safe.

Thanks. I fixed the link. Is this the same one? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F19Q7YI

I did a bunch of research and there is a lot of good things to say about the Rode directional mic. I just ordered one for myself.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015R0IQGW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I would make your choice around the pack itself. Rather than trying to find a pack with a GoPro mount. Then just attach a GoPro to the pack that works for you. Like this from PolarPro https://www.amazon.com/PolarPro-StrapMount-BackPack-LifeVest-SCUBA/dp/B00UJI8OVK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1482111070&sr=8-2&keywords=backpack+mount+gopro

Another camera company also has one a little pricier https://www.amazon.com/Peak-Design-Capture-P-O-V-Action/dp/B00KICDKC0/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1482111070&sr=8-5&keywords=backpack+mount+gopro

Wasabi power bot test lol.

http://www.amazon.com/Wasabi-Power-AHDBT-201-AHDBT-301-AHDBT-302/dp/B00AAIPT76/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1394030865&sr=8-4&keywords=hero+3+black

Hero 3, Hero 2 - Still looking for the battery cycling video - I'm sure you can find these on amazon.com too.. I'm in Canada

You can always just get a Feiyu Tech G4 3 axis gimbal.

https://www.amazon.com/3-Axis-Handheld-Gimbal-Cameras-Similar/dp/B00T32A0K6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1466001722&sr=8-1&keywords=feiyu+tech+g4

Also with the extension stick attachment

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Carbon-Extension-Converter-Handheld/dp/B00S0TBVKG/ref=pd_bxgy_421_img_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=PD33SP9BTG3WVHEV40RQ

Yeah, that's about the first thing I noticed as well.

But realistically speaking, I don't know how much power you can cram into such a small package; especially with such powerful recording capabilities (i.e. 1080p at 60p)

Sucks even worse with the WiFi on. I haven't really done a maxed out test but after like 1.5 to 2 hours of nominal use (i.e. pulling it out once every 5 or 10 minutes for a 2 to 3 minute recording) will get me down to the last battery bar. GoPro states 1 to 1.5 hours on their website depending on which settings you're using.

I would say <1hr. is a little exaggerated though, in which case, I would try to get an exchange from wherever you got it from to see if you just got a faulty battery. Also, of course, try updating the firmware.

I am thinking about picking up the Wasabi Battery Pack from Amazon for $24.

Have you tried using an external charger to charge the battery? Like this: http://www.amazon.com/Wasabi-Power-Original-AHDBT-001-AHDBT-002/dp/B005NC8BF6

The biggest thing I recommend is having extra batteries for the camera. I bought a pack of 2 wasabi batteries that proved to be invaluable.

I'd go with the Wasabi ones. I have 3, and they function exactly like the OEM GoPro Battery. Never tried the ones you've linked.

The GoPole Evo sounds like just what you're looking for. It floats and it's not too expensive, and it has a wrist strap.

http://www.amazon.com/GoPole-EVO-Transparent-Extension-Cameras/dp/B00B3YJG5C

These. Two [better] batteries + your original gives you about 3.5~ hours of filming at 1080p/60fps. Its also cheaper to buy that than to buy the actual GoPro batteries IIRC.

The amount of times I have seen this product mentioned must mean it is decent. When I get my GoPro I will be for sure trying it out.

http://www.amazon.com/SANDMARC-Pole-Edition-Telescoping-Extension/dp/B00I1QVWX4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1415968172&sr=8-1&keywords=gopro+pole+sandmarc

I just got a Transcend 45MB/sec 64GB SD card on Amazon for $39.

You can get 2 batteries with a charger by Wasabi for $23.

Here's the chesty for $8

This same card is 19.95 on Amazon. Amazon's exclusive name is called EVO Select. Same as Plus for all other retailers.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XWZWYVP/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_8VRgDbQW1T00H

Order a new battery kit from Amazon, if this doesn't solve the problem send the kit back.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005NC8BF6/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=9X23SU62CVPZ&coliid=I1TOSC94XI13XU

I noticed those are cheaper from amazon/Wiloughby's now:

http://www.amazon.com/GoPro-ACMPM-001-Jaws-Clamp-Mount/dp/B00F19Q2R0

I just ordered one of those myself and the swingset sounds like a good idea for one place to use it -- for my 3.5 year old, she can sit in a "kiddie" swing with a front wall to clamp to, front and center. For bigger kids (or other performers in OP's video) I imagine it could clamp to the chain, and as long as they were careful it should be no problem.

i just got this pole and it has worked well. with skateboarding swimming and kayaking.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I1QVWX4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It wasn't really centered on my chest like you may be thinking. I was wearing a camelback, and didn't have the Chesty for it, so I had to improvise with a clip-on thing from Amazon attached to a strap on the camelback. The result was it being offset to one side of my chest. Worked alright enough. I would definitely want the chesty or something more secure next time, because sufficiently violent shaking causes the clip-on to gradually work loose. In fact the whole thing grip fell off once X) I shrieked like a little bitch.

Here's the clip I used...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K3GI8Y6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_JlPHzbEEBTBWW

Here is the one you want to buy.
http://www.amazon.com/Wasabi-Power-AHDBT-201-AHDBT-301-AHDBT-302/dp/B00AAIPT76/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1380996538&sr=8-1&keywords=wasabi+gopro

This is the one that i just purchased https://www.amazon.com/Rode-VideoMicro-Compact-Camera-Microphone/dp/B015R0IQGW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1482707389&sr=8-1&keywords=rode+micro YouTube has a bunch of reviews if you want to check those out.

check out Abe's blog - http://abekislevitz.com/

and http://www.amazon.com/GoPro-Professional-Filmmaking-covers-cameras/dp/0321934164

Also our Tutorials page - http://gopro.com/support/articles/gopro-tutorial-videos

If you read the GoPro Book it discusses the filming of this clip too and all the effort and issues they came across and how they planned their story for it.

this one in the 64gb flavor

He is right on the 1.5hours.

You need more? Here is your answer $25.00 - http://www.amazon.com/Wasabi-Power-Battery-AHDBT-201-AHDBT-301/dp/B00AAIPT76/ref=zg_bs_11041781_1

The Wasabi Power batteries are 1200mah and $24 for two with a wall/12v charger. Just something to think about.

I saw someone else mentioned it, but here is the link to the cheap battery/charger combo:

http://www.amazon.com/Wasabi-Power-Battery-AHDBT-201-AHDBT-301/dp/B00AAIPT76

It comes with a wall charger, 2 batteries, and a car adapter to use the wall charger in your car. All for around 25 bucks, whereas 1 gopro battery is 20.

Extra batteries are always nice.

This is a floaty with a tether on it. I'm also getting a tether for other uses.

Looking for something similar. Thinking about getting this one

Anyone have experience with it?

I might pick this upseeing as I could also use it out of the water.

The mount was this one, a must have in the woods.

mount

Was a Hero2, the open case was on.

Here ya go dude. It swivels.

Here is something that can be used to charge 3 batteries at once

Here is something you can connect to your GoPro while its recording to charge it and it can charge it 10-11 times from 0-100

Is that what you were asking for?

Solution (though not very cheap)

Polar pro has a mount called the strap mount. link

I was looking at this one called a stuntman pack mount. link

Sametop Backpack Strap Mount... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BSE454S?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Maybe

I'm getting this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XWZWYVP

Or is this one better to get ?

https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B07FCMKK5X/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_j5o4DbHKZKP7X

Batteries
, Suction Cup,Polemount(you'll need the tripod mount for this one too)


Those are my essentials. if you dont want mounts then just get the batteries. if you're going to use the Wi-fi it really drains the batteries and the wall charger is convient

No I don't buy anything SanDisk. I bought a 128GB Samsung

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XWZWYVP/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1494711769&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=samsung+select+128gb&dpPl=1&dpID=41h%2B73%2BX4qL&ref=plSrch

I bought one of those for long 4k sessions. I use that and a portable charger. 128gb you don't really have to worry.