Anyone looking for GoProHero wide camera?

[mitchntx]

A local guy got his hands on a lot of GPH-wides and has been selling them on the F-car boards.

He told me that if 5 of you guys wanted one, he would sell them for $159 each.

Let me know if you want one.

[David Love AI27]

A local guy got his hands on a lot of GPH-wides and has been selling them on the F-car boards.

He told me that if 5 of you guys wanted one, he would sell them for $159 each.

Let me know if you want one.

Is he setup for paypal or credit cards?

[mitchntx]

Paypal yes.

[Wirtz]

Is that a good price? I havn't been paying attention....

I might go in on it. I have been wanting something to play around with and try my version of a suspension cam and all that fun stuff.

Jeff

[mitchntx]

Is that a good price? I havn't been paying attention....

I might go in on it. I have been wanting something to play around with and try my version of a suspension cam and all that fun stuff.

Jeff

They range in price from $179-199 ... it's the full retail blister pack with all the mounts, extensions cases ... So yeah it's $20 off.

[michaelmosty]

I'll take one Mitch, PM sent.

[mitchntx]

Damn double post ...

[mitchntx]

The only way I figure this will work is if you order one via PayPal.

He's been asking $169 for these, so to get the discounted $159 price, put "mitchntx" in the subject so he will know it's for you guys.

He needs to sell 5 to us to get this pricing and as soon as he does, bingo ... game on.

Here's the Paypal address ...

stealthjr@verizon.net

So send this guy $159, make sure my username is in there somewhere and as soon as he gets 5, he'll make it happen.

If he sells 5 in short order, I will arrange to pick them up Monday and have them at Cresson next weekend.

[ShadowBolt]

Jay is going to order one for us. Does that get us to three? JW, MM, and JJ? Come on two more get on the bandwagon.


JJ

[JJordan]

Paypal Sent.

-Jay

[mitchntx]

Jay is going to order one for us. Does that get us to three? JW, MM, and JJ? Come on two more get on the bandwagon.


JJ

That makes 2 and 2 tire kickers

[David Love AI27]

Jay is going to order one for us. Does that get us to three? JW, MM, and JJ? Come on two more get on the bandwagon.


JJ

I will... need to get funds in order today...

[David Love AI27]

ok... moved funds around... electricity is so overrated...

[ShadowBolt]

ok... moved funds around... electricity is so overrated...


I would not worry about electricity.....you don't need no stinkin tricity.


JJ

[David Love AI27]

ok... moved funds around... electricity is so overrated...


I would not worry about electricity.....you don't need no stinkin tricity.


JJ

DAMN STRAIGHT... got me a camera instead :?

[evarner]

Make sure to buy some extra SD (2gig) cards, unless you want to download the vides after each session (~1gig in size for 30-40min).

Also, have some extra AAA batteries or rechargable ones ready to go.

Video is serious bizniss and don't want you all to miss anything videographic opportunities while on-track. :D

Don't forget to get some hero (driver) shots too!!! 8)

[mitchntx]

I am also double checking to make sure this is the version that has the suction cup mount included. He told me it was the $199 retail version which is the suction cup kit.

But, I want to make sure.

[BSharp]

I have a Go Pro and have a couple of tips (like EV). The 2 gig card will record 56 mins. 2 gig is the largest card that will work. Put in fresh batteries with every use. Learned that the hard way. The sound is a little muffled but on the good side there is none of the annoying wind noise that makes it unwatchable. Here are a couple of samples with mine.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M67QrtN6KTQ&feature=channel_page
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTDb52XS2fU&feature=channel_page

[jeffburch]

I have a stash of AAA's.
Enough for everyone.

jb

[mitchntx]

I found a 6 pack of SD cards through Newegg. They ~$18 for the six of them. I then found a nifty carrying case, numbered the cards and change batteries and card each time.

Make sure you get high speed SD cards.

Because there is no remote start, I start recording before i get in the car and edit the first 10 minutes or so.

[GlennCMC70]

lithium battery's will last the day easily, possibly the weekend.

[jeffburch]

But these are $free.99.
Think I have 2 boxes.
Gross boxes of Procell.
About 10lbs of triple A's.
jb

[michaelmosty]

paypal sent to the camera guy.

[evarner]

If anyone wants to share their SD card so I can download them to my laptop at the track, please lemme know. :D

Lots of HeroCams!!! woot!!! awesomeness!!! 8)

[David Love AI27]

If anyone wants to share their SD card so I can download them to my laptop at the track, please lemme know. :D

Lots of HeroCams!!! woot!!! awesomeness!!! 8)

guess we will have to take a number and get in line...

[j3ffbrooks]

A local guy got his hands on a lot of GPH-wides and has been selling them on the F-car boards.

He told me that if 5 of you guys wanted one, he would sell them for $159 each.

Let me know if you want one.

Which model is this exactly?

Motorsports Hero ?



http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/images/InitialSet/gopro_hero_wide_400.jpg

[mitchntx]

Here is the product Robert has in-hand

http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n275/wheels662003/mailgooglecom.jpg

It is the GoPro Motorsports wide-angle version. I have confirmed with him that is the version that has the suction cup mount, like I used at MSR-H.

There is a version out there that has a handle bar mount instead and is a few dollars cheaper.

So far, Jay, David and Michael have paid. It takes 2 more to make this happen.

[AI#97]

do these REQUIRE an external mic?

[BSharp]

No, they do not have a provision for an external mic.

[mitchntx]

And the audio is less than stellar. I run an old mini-DV camera inside the car and use the audio from it.

Guys, there are 3 that have paid. Need a total of 5 to get the $159 pricing. Otherwise, the 3 that have submitted will be dinged for another $10.

And just so everyone understands ... I have zero affiliation with the seller. He just posted up what I thought was a decent price and a couple of you had expressed an interest in this product.

I tried to put the two together.

[JJordan]

The GoPro website says this:

Memory: 16 MB internal, expandable to 2GB with SD card (not included), expandable to 4GB with SDHC card (not included) via free software download from GoPro website—available soon

So I guess we will be able to use 4GB cards soon?

-Jay

[evarner]

This was posted two weeks ago. Looks like they are still working on the patch.

We're still working on the firmware upgrade for the 5mp HERO cameras to support the 4GB SD cards and hope to have it available for download from our website within the next month. You can go to our website and sign up for our newsletter to be notified when it is released. Right now the camera is limited to saving a 2GB file, so if using a higher capacity card and you don’t stop video recording before 56 minutes (2GB) then all will be lost.

We're not sure yet if we'll be able to do a firmware upgrade to be able to save files over 4GB.

Let us know if you have any further questions.


Many thanks,

GoPro Support
http://www.goprocamera.com

[mitchntx]

OK guys ... there were only 3 takers. So the $159 pricing isn't gonna happen.

We have a couple options ...

I will front the $30 ($10 each) and collect then $10 at the track

or

the seller will require you to send another $10 via paypal

or

he will refund the $159 and you can then chose to purchase at $169

I am trying to arrange to pick them up tomorrow.

[ShadowBolt]

I will hand you the $10.00 at Creson.

JJ

[David Love AI27]

I will hand you the $10.00 at Creson.

JJ

ditto

[michaelmosty]

I'll bring $10 as well.
Big thanks for arranging this for us!!

[ShadowBolt]

I'll bring $10 as well.
Big thanks for arranging this for us!!


What Michael said.


JJ

[mitchntx]

Wife should be picking them up this afternoon.

[michaelmosty]

Wife should be picking them up this afternoon.
You are awesome, your first Keystone is on me! :lol:

[evarner]

Wife should be picking them up this afternoon.
You are awesome, your first Keystone is on me! :lol:

pssst.. check PM's. :D

[mitchntx]

They're here! All 3 of them. Will bring them to Cresson.

[ShadowBolt]

They're here! All 3 of them. Will bring them to Cresson.

You da best man (and thank the wife also).



JJ

[michaelmosty]

They're here! All 3 of them. Will bring them to Cresson.
SWEET!!
I know very little about electronics. :oops: What else do I need to see about bringing to maximize the camera for the weekend?
I know JB said he was bringing a box of batteries. Do I need to see about getting multiple SD cards?

[mitchntx]

I bought 2 of these ...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820178200

That gives me 7 cards. After each race, I just put a new one in, along with fresh batteries.

The files are so large, it can take a few minutes on a USB 2.0 port and up to 45 minutes on a USB 1.0 port.

I also bought one of these

http://www.amazon.com/Vanguard-Di-Holder-Aluminum-Di-Holder/dp/B00022OB8S/ref=pd_bbs_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1236636416&sr=8-1

to keep them all in one place.

[David Love AI27]

I bought 2 of these ...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820178200

That gives me 7 cards. After each race, I just put a new one in, along with fresh batteries.

The files are so large, it can take a few minutes on a USB 2.0 port and up to 45 minutes on a USB 1.0 port.

I also bought one of these

http://www.amazon.com/Vanguard-Di-Holder-Aluminum-Di-Holder/dp/B00022OB8S/ref=pd_bbs_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1236636416&sr=8-1

to keep them all in one place.

the card holder says it only holds 4 but looks like it holds 8 in picture??

[mitchntx]

Good catch, David. Mine looks just like that, but bought through an eBay store. Lemme look on eBay from the place I bought mine.

Edit:
Here it is ...

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/Camera-Works-Northwest__W0QQ_sidZ4366772?_nkw=card+holder&submit=Search

Some folks have an allergic reaction to eBay. If you use PayPal, the buyer is almost grossly protected these days.

[JJordan]

I just pick up 2 of these today at Fry's: http://shop4.frys.com/product/4534617?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG

I wasn't sure how "high speed" we needed, so I just got the fastest ones (133x) for $9.99 each. Not sure why these were so cheap. Most the other 130x I saw online were $20-$30 each.

I'm sure I could find cheaper ones online, but I figured I didn't have time to order online and get it before Friday.

-Jay

[David Love AI27]

Good catch, David. Mine looks just like that, but bought through an eBay store. Lemme look on eBay from the place I bought mine.

Edit:
Here it is ...

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/Camera-Works-Northwest__W0QQ_sidZ4366772?_nkw=card+holder&submit=Search

Some folks have an allergic reaction to eBay. If you use PayPal, the buyer is almost grossly protected these days.

how did you miss this one?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Hello-kitty-SIM-Card-SD-card-Holder_W0QQitemZ160319283224QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_ DefaultDomain_0?hash=item160319283224&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2%7C65%3A15%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

[mitchntx]

Good catch, David. Mine looks just like that, but bought through an eBay store. Lemme look on eBay from the place I bought mine.

Edit:
Here it is ...

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/Camera-Works-Northwest__W0QQ_sidZ4366772?_nkw=card+holder&submit=Search

Some folks have an allergic reaction to eBay. If you use PayPal, the buyer is almost grossly protected these days.

how did you miss this one?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Hello-kitty-SIM-Card-SD-card-Holder_W0QQitemZ160319283224QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_ DefaultDomain_0?hash=item160319283224&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2%7C65%3A15%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

Oooppppsss .... I just dropped yours, David. Sorry.

[mitchntx]

Good catch, David. Mine looks just like that, but bought through an eBay store. Lemme look on eBay from the place I bought mine.

Edit:
Here it is ...

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/Camera-Works-Northwest__W0QQ_sidZ4366772?_nkw=card+holder&submit=Search

Some folks have an allergic reaction to eBay. If you use PayPal, the buyer is almost grossly protected these days.

how did you miss this one?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Hello-kitty-SIM-Card-SD-card-Holder_W0QQitemZ160319283224QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_ DefaultDomain_0?hash=item160319283224&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2%7C65%3A15%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

Oooppppsss .... I just dropped yours, David. Sorry.

and kicked it.

[mitchntx]

Good catch, David. Mine looks just like that, but bought through an eBay store. Lemme look on eBay from the place I bought mine.

Edit:
Here it is ...

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/Camera-Works-Northwest__W0QQ_sidZ4366772?_nkw=card+holder&submit=Search

Some folks have an allergic reaction to eBay. If you use PayPal, the buyer is almost grossly protected these days.

how did you miss this one?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Hello-kitty-SIM-Card-SD-card-Holder_W0QQitemZ160319283224QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_ DefaultDomain_0?hash=item160319283224&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2%7C65%3A15%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

Oooppppsss .... I just dropped yours, David. Sorry.

and kicked it.

Now the dog has it ...

[David Love AI27]

Good catch, David. Mine looks just like that, but bought through an eBay store. Lemme look on eBay from the place I bought mine.

Edit:
Here it is ...

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/Camera-Works-Northwest__W0QQ_sidZ4366772?_nkw=card+holder&submit=Search

Some folks have an allergic reaction to eBay. If you use PayPal, the buyer is almost grossly protected these days.

how did you miss this one?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Hello-kitty-SIM-Card-SD-card-Holder_W0QQitemZ160319283224QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_ DefaultDomain_0?hash=item160319283224&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2%7C65%3A15%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

Oooppppsss .... I just dropped yours, David. Sorry.

and kicked it.

Now the dog has it ...

"KITTY HATES ME!"

[donovan]

If anyone missed out here, Donovan Racing is a GoPro Dealer.

Can't get you anything for this event, but I will have 24 of them in about 10-15 days.

DD

[jeffburch]

I gonna leave these AAA batteries with Mitch since he's doing the cameras.
Just divide them up however yall see fit.
More than enough for everyone.
240 fresh Energizer Industrial alkaline.



jb

[mitchntx]

If anyone missed out here, Donovan Racing is a GoPro Dealer.

Can't get you anything for this event, but I will have 24 of them in about 10-15 days.

DD

Sorry, David. I didn't know or I wouldn't have posted this. Again, my apologies.

[donovan]

Not a problem at all... Glad you guys got a good deal.


DD

[jeffburch]

At MSRH, I didn't have my camera mount just right (too high).
Today while attempting to get it so, my coveted little Canon Elura 100 died. I'm in the process of getting it to a service center.
Meanwhile I pick up a Canon FS100 (on loan :wink: ) from Walmart.
This camera is perfect (solid state memory, megapixel) but the external mic is inside the flip out LCD and has no filter thread for wide eye.
I will return it Monday as I just ordered a Canon HF100.
1080 lines, 30 frames progressive with filter thread and rear mic jack.
Bar raised :wink:
jb

[jeffburch]

So, my new camera is here.
In researching SD cards, I ran across this http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secure_Digital_card#SDHC.
It might explain the GoPro Hero woes with the newer 2.0 SDHC card standard.
Anyone looking for cards needs to check out Fry's.
Their selection of sizes/speed/brands is unmatched.
jb

[donovan]

You don't need a fast card for the GpPro cameras!

A simple 2GB size SD card is all you need, untill the 4GB firmware upgrade is released stay away from the SDHD cards.

This is the percfect card for the GoPro, I have these and I am giving them away with camera purchaces!

2 free cards with purchace of camera and 2 sets of Durcell Ultra batteries.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/469886-REG/Kingston_SD_2GB_2GB_Standard_Secure_Digital.html

When the 4gb Firmware upgrade is ready, I will be giving away a 4GB card!

DD

[Rob Liebbe]

David

Are you a retailer/seller for GoPro?

[evarner]

David

Are you a retailer/seller for GoPro?



If anyone missed out here, Donovan Racing is a GoPro Dealer.

Can't get you anything for this event, but I will have 24 of them in about 10-15 days.

DD

[donovan]

Yes, I am!

My first order was placed this week, I should have them by next Friday.

I have six Motorsport Wide Kits on the way, two are already sold... so four are avalaible. I will be ordering more soon and that order will be twelve kits.

As an Authorized Reseller for GoPro, I am contracted to sell at the price they set and I can't go lower. So, to help out with that I am offering some free stuff... two 2GB cards and two sets (4) AAA Duracell Ultra batteries.

(When the firmware is updated to allow the 4GB cards, I will be changing the deal from two 2GB cars to one 4GB card.)

Someone that takes delivery at the track can begin using it that weekend without trying to source SD cards or worry about batteries.

Contact me if your interested!
david at donovanracing dot com

DD

[michaelmosty]

I got my video's uploaded a few weeks back and am finally getting to edit them.
The problem I see is that my go-pro file is entering as an .avi file. All my mini-DV files come up as mpg files and edit perfectly. I use Pinnacle Studio 9.

I guess there is a simple fix for this but I know nothing about computers and am not sure where to go from here.
I would like to get some footage posted from Cresson from R4 from the "Wirtz" cam but need some help.
Thanks all!

[donovan]

I played with one today, just dumped the AVI into Windows Movie Maker, worked great!

By the way, I now have 24 of these in stock!

DD