I agree on most points but I believe you miss some aspects: on really rough terrain the chesty is way more shaky/unsteady compared to the chin mount, so for maximum smoothness on a rough DH track I’d always go for chin mount, when you shoot a lot of social media the chin mount also gives you a great angle with plenty of horizon (for 16:9 I must agree the horizon cuts a bit small), also for follow cam I would prefer the chin mount as with the right angle it takes the focus from the pov rider and brings it towards the followed rider. So, for me it’s more nuanced and I think both setups are great for different use cases. 🙌🏽
A couple of things which I am considering relate to safety. In a bad crash they both could cause problems. I think there's potential that on a chin mount the Gopro could get forced through or under the chin bar. This may be more of an issue with something like the Proframe. In a chest mount I think it could break some bones if you went down hard on your chest which is probably a more likely scenario. Anyway both fairly unlikely and hard to quantify, but still a consideration especially for extreme riding. I reckon on top of the helmet (worse POV though), and attaching to a chest/roost guard could be safer options.
It really depends what kind of helmet you’re using. I have a POC Otocon, and I think my mount is made by a company called r3pro, they basically just 3D print it. It has 3M adhesive and a zip tie. Sounds janky but it’s solid.
I agree, the Chesty is the way to go although wearing both, and then editing, would be good. But you would look kinda strange to passing cyclists. Over cameraed. Good informative video.
I go back and forth on these... I like the chin mount footage better overall, but seems better for steeper trails (Duluth) Also feel like a bit of a dork wearing a full face on easier trails 😂
I hear you about feeling dorky. Rolling into Elm Creek with a full face on! 🤣. Yeah I think fast downhill trails will be perfect with the chin mount. Can’t wait to try that out this year!
@Lloyderis.mtb74 it could be. I’ve found I really need to make sure the straps are tight, otherwise it can flop around on rougher sections of trail. Be sure to double check your image stabilization is on all the way too.
I agree on most points but I believe you miss some aspects: on really rough terrain the chesty is way more shaky/unsteady compared to the chin mount, so for maximum smoothness on a rough DH track I’d always go for chin mount, when you shoot a lot of social media the chin mount also gives you a great angle with plenty of horizon (for 16:9 I must agree the horizon cuts a bit small), also for follow cam I would prefer the chin mount as with the right angle it takes the focus from the pov rider and brings it towards the followed rider.
So, for me it’s more nuanced and I think both setups are great for different use cases. 🙌🏽
You raise great points. Chin mount is much smoother on technical trails and certainly captures focal points better with a vertical aspect ratio! 🤙
..very insightful... pros and cons of each setup was clearly highlighted...
Great comparison vid! I’ve been running the chesty, and while it works OK there are some better options.
Plus, nobody looks cooler than a mountain biker in a harness
Great points, thanks for sharing. I think I’ll go with the chesty too
Can’t go wrong! Thanks for watching!
A couple of things which I am considering relate to safety. In a bad crash they both could cause problems. I think there's potential that on a chin mount the Gopro could get forced through or under the chin bar. This may be more of an issue with something like the Proframe. In a chest mount I think it could break some bones if you went down hard on your chest which is probably a more likely scenario. Anyway both fairly unlikely and hard to quantify, but still a consideration especially for extreme riding. I reckon on top of the helmet (worse POV though), and attaching to a chest/roost guard could be safer options.
Great call, hadn’t thought of this aspect!
great video ! Do you have any chin mount to recommend ?
It really depends what kind of helmet you’re using. I have a POC Otocon, and I think my mount is made by a company called r3pro, they basically just 3D print it. It has 3M adhesive and a zip tie. Sounds janky but it’s solid.
looks like you dont have enough tilt back on the chin mount
Yeah it is a little harder to get the angle right on the chin mount.
What FPS do you shoot in?
I always do 30 fps
Why type of chin mount did you use?
The brand is called r3pro. They 3D print stuff, so I got a chin mount that was made for my exact type of helmet. It’s been working great.
it's was informative video
I agree, the Chesty is the way to go although wearing both, and then editing, would be good. But you would look kinda strange to passing cyclists. Over cameraed. Good informative video.
Way over cameraed! 😂
Why not use both at the same time 🤷🏼♀😅
Problem solved!
I go back and forth on these... I like the chin mount footage better overall, but seems better for steeper trails (Duluth) Also feel like a bit of a dork wearing a full face on easier trails 😂
I hear you about feeling dorky. Rolling into Elm Creek with a full face on! 🤣. Yeah I think fast downhill trails will be perfect with the chin mount. Can’t wait to try that out this year!
the chesty sucks imo. Chin mount is FAR superior. I can;t even watch chesty footage anymore. it looks absolutely terrible
I'm trying a chesty. My footage is a bit blurry and jerky sometimes. I wonder if it's vibration through the chest mount 🤔
@Lloyderis.mtb74 it could be. I’ve found I really need to make sure the straps are tight, otherwise it can flop around on rougher sections of trail. Be sure to double check your image stabilization is on all the way too.