Flymount Blog - Boardzone NZ

The Flymount is here and exclusive to Boardzone!

The Flymount is a unique waterproof-camera-mount for extreme sports. Ideal for windsurfing, BMX, mountain biking, go-karts, motorcycling, quad bikes, microlights...You can also use your Flymount as an alternative to a tripod whilst traveling. It can take any camera that has a threaded mounting point, including SLRs in static applications, and can be attached to LOADS of things!

The Flymount camera mount allows you to capture amazing footage from a different perspective by securely attaching to your equipment. Its compact size and low weight means that it can be clamped on and forgotten about until the end of your session.

There is no other product on the market that offers such a strong, rugged, all weather mounting system for attaching your digital camera to cylindrical objects in extreme conditions. The Flymount offers the perfect solution to action sports mounted photography.

Ultra strong, compact and light weight; the Flymount is perfect for use on mountain bikes, windsurf rigs, sailboats, quads and most other kit. Made from high grade glass reinforced nylon and stainless steel, the Flymount will not deteriorate in salt water, neither will it suffer under impact. With its unique Cradlemount protecting your camera from unwinding under shock, the Flymount is the safest and most robust choice of camera mount on the market.

The mount can be used with any camera with a standard tripod mounting point. The choice of camera depends on the activity, but we recommend that the Flymount be used with the more robust waterproof / shockproof cameras like the GoPro, Contour, Drift, Pentax WG-1, Pentax W90.

Specifications:

Weight: 6.42oz / 182g
Material: Marine Grade Stainless Steel & Glass Reinforced Nylon

Key Features

Saltwater resistant
UV resistant
Weighs less than 200g
Made from glass reinforced nylon
Made from marine grade stainless steel
Protective, grippy, urethane lined jaws
Fully serviceable
2cm-4cm diameter adjustment range for clamping onto cylindrical objects/tubes

This revolutionary camera mount is the only device on the market made specifically for attaching cameras to cylindrical objects found in action sports and extreme environments. Ultra compact, super lightweight, built to last, and now used by some of the worlds most respected photographers and athletes.

Our unique camera attachment system protects your camera from coming loose during vibration or shock: perfect for use on windsurf rigs, roll bars, mountain bikes, boats, quads and much more.

Any camera with a standard tripod mounting point can be used with the Flymount, including lightweight* DSLRs. The choice of camera depends on the activity, but we recommend the more robust waterproof / shockproof cameras like the GoPro, Contour, Drift, or Pentax WG-1.

*DSLRs and other heavier cameras are only recommended for static applications.

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Flymount have just released their new adapter for GoPro cameras. The adapter fits onto the standard Flymount, in place of the original baseplate, and gives an instant, solid connection between the two products. For extra security, and to ensure a long lifespan, the new adapters are engineered from the same high quality, glass reinforced nylon as the main body of the Flymount, giving unbelievable resistance to shock, saltwater and ultra violet.

The Flymount with the new adapter weighs in at just under 180 grams, and just under 370 grams with the GoPro attached. At this kind of weight, you really cant feel it on your kit, so it wont affect your sailing at all.

This amazing combination lets you mount your GoPro pretty much anywhere on your rig, without tools, and without cutting holes in your luff tube or damaging your kit. And, although the Flymount was originally designed for windsurf mounted photography, youd be amazed at how many other things you can attach it to!

Thanks to the quality and versatility of this product, some of the worlds best photographers and windsurfers are now using Flymounts, including Darrell Wong, Kauli Seadi, UMI Pictures, Monty Spindler, Mark Angulo, John Carter, Kevin Pritchard, and Italys Federico La Croce.
Flymount for GoPro - windsurfing camera mount!

Flymount is here to change the way we think about taking windsurfing photographs. The Flymount is a unique waterproof-camera-mount for capturing windsurfing sports action. The Flymount camera mount allows you to capture amazing footage from a different perspective by securely attaching to your equipment. Its compact size and low weight means that it can be clamped on and forgotten about until the end of your session.
This revolutionary camera mount is the only device on the market made specifically for attaching cameras to windsurfing booms and masts. Ultra compact, super lightweight, built to last, and now used by some of the worlds most respected windsurfing photographers and athletes.

Flymount camera attachment system protects your camera from coming loose during vibration or shock: perfect for use on windsurf rigs.

Flymount for GoPro - SUP Paddle camera mount!

Flymount is here to change the way we think about taking SUP photographs. The Flymount is a unique waterproof-camera-mount for capturing SUP sports action. The Flymount camera mount allows you to capture amazing footage from a different perspective by securely attaching to your paddle. Its compact size and low weight means that it can be clamped on and it doesnt impede paddling.

Flymount camera attachment system protects your camera from coming loose during vibration or shock: perfect for use on SUP paddles in the surf. We do recommend a backup lanyard attachment system for the GoPro/camera in big surf.

Click this link to go to the Flymount website for more product information.

See this link about how to connect the Flymount adaptor to GoPro video cameras.

Click here for the FLYMOUNT INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Check out this link for a great review: Review of Flymount Rugged camera and video mount
Testimonials
Im a total gear animal and while my sails havent survived, the mounts still intact and I have to say Im more than impressed
Brian McDowell, Editor of Windsurfer International Magazine
The Flymount allows me to capture footage of the sports I love, with angles I never thought would be possible with my own video equipment
Jason Bew Kit Car Racer
My first impression of the Flymount system are that its quite robust compared to other options on the market the nylon reinforced plastic looked thick, strong and sturdy and is lightweight at less than 200g. (When) mounted with a small point and shoot camera, it wasnt noticeable when sailing&
In retrospect, at first I was a little worried about attaching the camera to the system itself, but these doubts quickly faded with a series of good wipeouts in the pretty heavy conditions.
Patrick Bergeron, Sailworks team rider and Canadian resident of Maui.
One thing I really need when it comes to all my equipment is durability. I spend much of my time getting thrashed around in the lineup and I dont have the time or patience to deal with stuff thats unreliable. Ive really enjoyed my Flymount! Its easy to use, its effective and most importantly, its still there when I come to the surface.
Mark Angulo, Professional Windsurfer
The Flymount is the ideal way to grip the action. Easy, secure, light& Its the best mount for recording radical sports.
Monty Spindler of Loft Sails
If anything is going to shake the camera mount off its landing a backflip!
Motorcycle News commenting on the motocross Flymount video
Using the Flymount opens up a new dimension for bike filming. With the ability to use the mount all over the bike we get shots that would otherwise be unobtainable. Flymount opens up what is possible to film as well as upping the diversity of footage we can shoot
Sam Matthews, Mountain Biker, UK
I have been looking for a mount that offers the features of the Flymount for years. As a professional Photographer I need items that work well, are robust and last and the Flymount is definitely that!
Ben Calder, Supanova Productions