One of the most popular choices for commuters who want to catch what’s going on around them, handlebar mounts give you footage from bike level.

In terms of setup, it takes a few seconds to clamp the mount to your handlebars. It fits any round tube from 0.87 to 1.38 inches. However, you can also attach the mount to reflective mirrors with a diameter ranging from 0.27 to 0.63 inches. You could of course do it later with post-production software, but I doubt many would, especially if there is an easy cheaper option. In terms of quality of image from theTacx GoPro Bike mount, it's as good as the GoPro camera inside. It was incredibly stable with excellent imagery, even in the really rough terrain it was tested over. The Duragadget handlebar mount is compatible with all existing Go Pro units, and attaches to the waterproof cover. The camera is able to swivel 180 degrees, so you can swing it round to show your reactions if need be, as well as side to side.Lastly, you can get a better sense for the rider’s speed on videos where the camera angle is lower to the ground, as opposed to higher. The Loam Ranger did a great job explaining this in one of his videos when he compared the speed of a jet to a hand waving in front of your face. Although a jet is flying hundreds of miles per hour, the fact that its so far away makes it look like its moving at a crawl. Compare that to a hand waving in front of your face, which seems like its moving a lot faster than the jet. This is simply due to the fact that your hand is closer to your view, although it’s a lot slower than the jet. Keep this in mind when you start filming. It’s a very strong spring clip with an integrated mount, that can be rotated in 90-degree increments. It also could be mounted in a few different locations including your windshield dependent on the angle it sits at, but the GoPro will sort out the orientation for you.

So, let’s take a closer look at the three factors you must consider when selecting your next GoPro bike mount. Handlebar Compatibility Some mounts have a screw system, some are clamps, and some are a combination of the two. You have to decide which mounting mechanism will work the best for your bicycle, as they all work well in different situations. Build Quality This mount is one-size-fits-all and adjustable for most body sizes. Furthermore, this mount captures a near-perfect first-person perspective of your bike rides. Although it’s placed a bit lower than eye level, the chest mount offers an immersive view of your exhilarating rides. We’ve reviewed various action sports cameras in the past – and they’ve all got their merits – but the GoPro is by far the most popular of the lot. While there’s definitely more to it, these few features give you a base understanding as to why the videos are so engaging.Some riders love it, some hate it. I’m with the latter group, I forget it’s there catch it occasionally on trees and it might dislodge or change the rotation slightly, then you get a good sky shot.