New Raptor Racing Product: GoPro Hero Cameras - Toyota Yaris Forums

RaptorRacing · 07-06-2009, 01:33 PM

We've had a few folks ask us for these over the last little while so we decided to contact the manufacturer and set up an account. So far without even seeing the product we're thoroughly impressed by the level of service this company provides without even seeing $1; kudos to them.

If you’ve never seen them before the GoPro comes in a few configurations in both Normal and Wide Formats:
• Hero
• Helmet Hero
• Surf Hero
• Motorsport Hero

Since the majority of individuals on automotive related forums would be interested in the Motorsport Hero here is what GoPro has to say about it:

The Motorsports HERO Wide quick-release attaches to helmets, cars, motorcycles, boats, planes, etc. Features the industry's widest 170º wide angle lens and 5 megapixel sensor for the most immersive point of view video and photos possible from a wearable sports camera, period.

Sets up in seconds and is easily moved between different mount locations. Shoot 56 minutes of high-resolution video and 5 megapixel photos automatically in "Photo every 2 seconds" mode. Use as a hand held camera, too. Shockproof and waterproof to 100 feet/30 meters.

Based on the best selling original Motorsports HERO camera, the Motorsports HERO Wide features improved video, photo, audio, and low light performance. Reliability in ultra-high vibration environments has been improved with an entirely new internal circuit design. Battery life is improved to 3 hours of video record time when using Lithium batteries and 2 hours when using NiMH rechargeable batteries.

Five quick-release adhesive mounts and industrial strength suction cup are included. Suction cup is GoPro-approved for external high speed driving and riding, and is strong enough to pull dents out of a car door (unfortunately tested by GoPro). Adhesive mounts are removable but require purposeful removal by user. Safe on painted surface.

Additional expansion mounts available separately, including roll bar, handlebar/seatpost, chest harness, and surfboard mounts.
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A thread like this would be worthless without pix and video’s; so here are some pix:

Contents of Motorsport Hero Wide:

Mounted on the Windshield:

Mounted in the front bumper:

Go to www.goprocamera.com to check out some of the video's...prepare to be wowed though...very impressive.

PRICING

Wide HERO - $139.99
Digital HERO 5 - $139.99
Surf HERO - $159.99
Helmet HERO WIDE - $189.99
Helmet HERO Expansion Kit - $69.99
Motorsports HERO – $179.99
Motorsports HERO WIDE - $199.99

Accessories
Motorsports HERO Expansion Kit - $79.99
Roll Bar Mount - $29.99
Ride HERO - $19.99
Grab Bag - $19.99
Wrist HERO Expansion - $39.99
Quick Release HERO - $39.99
Suction Cup Mount - $29.99
Chest Mount Harness - $39.99

*tk-421* · 07-06-2009, 07:14 PM

Wow that's a very good price! I wonder if you can hook it up to the cig lighter to get longer recording times than the batteries... It would be a nice extra to be able to hook it up to a carpc for unlimited recording.

RaptorRacing · 07-06-2009, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tk-421

Wow that's a very good price! I wonder if you can hook it up to the cig lighter to get longer recording times than the batteries... It would be a nice extra to be able to hook it up to a carpc for unlimited recording.

You can't hook it up to your cigarette lighter and honestly I don't know many people who record more than an hour or 2 at a time so really not needed. I'm sure this is the reason why the unit is so reasonably price...it's basic and it works.

Here are some vids; these aren't vids I found on the net these are from actual customer video's...I'll try to find more:

http://vimeo.com/5156254
http://vimeo.com/5156318
http://vimeo.com/5211108
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0R9xITMkJBI
http://vimeo.com/4554887
http://vimeo.com/4578782
http://videos.streetfire.net/video/1...3-993f0143f19f
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fu...deoid=58064013 (bad@$$ vid looking at front suspension)

cali yaris · 07-06-2009, 10:23 PM

I'd like to use the mount with a FLIP cam I have, is it a standard thread?

RaptorRacing · 07-07-2009, 02:37 AM

No sir...just works on the GoPro Camera and it's mounts.

lilredrocket · 08-01-2009, 11:47 PM

I may be getting one of these for my bday or christmas from my GF!!

YaRS · 08-01-2009, 11:57 PM

Totally worth it. I have one and I love it.

lilredrocket · 08-02-2009, 01:03 AM

The guys at NST use these for their drift demo days!!

RaptorRacing · 09-25-2009, 10:55 AM

For people subscribed to this thread the HD GoPro is coming out soon...here is the link to the info: http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22589

07-06-2009, 01:33 PM	#1
RaptorRacing Drives: 2008 Yaris RS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 49	New Raptor Racing Product: GoPro Hero Cameras We've had a few folks ask us for these over the last little while so we decided to contact the manufacturer and set up an account. So far without even seeing the product we're thoroughly impressed by the level of service this company provides without even seeing $1; kudos to them. If you’ve never seen them before the GoPro comes in a few configurations in both Normal and Wide Formats: • Hero • Helmet Hero • Surf Hero • Motorsport Hero Since the majority of individuals on automotive related forums would be interested in the Motorsport Hero here is what GoPro has to say about it: The Motorsports HERO Wide quick-release attaches to helmets, cars, motorcycles, boats, planes, etc. Features the industry's widest 170º wide angle lens and 5 megapixel sensor for the most immersive point of view video and photos possible from a wearable sports camera, period. Sets up in seconds and is easily moved between different mount locations. Shoot 56 minutes of high-resolution video and 5 megapixel photos automatically in "Photo every 2 seconds" mode. Use as a hand held camera, too. Shockproof and waterproof to 100 feet/30 meters. Based on the best selling original Motorsports HERO camera, the Motorsports HERO Wide features improved video, photo, audio, and low light performance. Reliability in ultra-high vibration environments has been improved with an entirely new internal circuit design. Battery life is improved to 3 hours of video record time when using Lithium batteries and 2 hours when using NiMH rechargeable batteries. Five quick-release adhesive mounts and industrial strength suction cup are included. Suction cup is GoPro-approved for external high speed driving and riding, and is strong enough to pull dents out of a car door (unfortunately tested by GoPro). Adhesive mounts are removable but require purposeful removal by user. Safe on painted surface. Additional expansion mounts available separately, including roll bar, handlebar/seatpost, chest harness, and surfboard mounts. __________________________________________________ _________ A thread like this would be worthless without pix and video’s; so here are some pix: Contents of Motorsport Hero Wide: Mounted on the Windshield: Mounted in the front bumper: Go to www.goprocamera.com to check out some of the video's...prepare to be wowed though...very impressive. PRICING Wide HERO - $139.99 Digital HERO 5 - $139.99 Surf HERO - $159.99 Helmet HERO WIDE - $189.99 Helmet HERO Expansion Kit - $69.99 Motorsports HERO – $179.99 Motorsports HERO WIDE - $199.99 Accessories Motorsports HERO Expansion Kit - $79.99 Roll Bar Mount - $29.99 Ride HERO - $19.99 Grab Bag - $19.99 Wrist HERO Expansion - $39.99 Quick Release HERO - $39.99 Suction Cup Mount - $29.99 Chest Mount Harness - $39.99 Last edited by RaptorRacing; 10-26-2009 at 09:14 AM.

07-06-2009, 07:14 PM	#2
tk-421 Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: 5D-07-LB Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Dagobah Posts: 4,263	Wow that's a very good price! I wonder if you can hook it up to the cig lighter to get longer recording times than the batteries... It would be a nice extra to be able to hook it up to a carpc for unlimited recording. __________________ --[ FORUM RULES ]--[ SEARCHING TIPS ]--[ EYELIDS PICS ]--[ RBK SPOILER ]--[ BEST/WORST INVESTMENTS ]--

07-06-2009, 10:23 PM	#4
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	I'd like to use the mount with a FLIP cam I have, is it a standard thread? __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

08-01-2009, 11:47 PM	#6
lilredrocket Slowy getting there View User's Garage Drives: 08 Liftback Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 1,464	I may be getting one of these for my bday or christmas from my GF!! __________________

08-02-2009, 01:03 AM	#8
lilredrocket Slowy getting there View User's Garage Drives: 08 Liftback Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 1,464	The guys at NST use these for their drift demo days!! __________________

07-07-2009, 02:37 AM	#5
RaptorRacing Drives: 2008 Yaris RS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 49	No sir...just works on the GoPro Camera and it's mounts.

08-01-2009, 11:57 PM	#7
YaRS Drives: 2009 Yaris Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: North Posts: 48	Totally worth it. I have one and I love it.

09-25-2009, 10:55 AM	#9
RaptorRacing Drives: 2008 Yaris RS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 49	For people subscribed to this thread the HD GoPro is coming out soon...here is the link to the info: http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22589

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