Routine builds character. It sounds cheesy, but practice is quintessential in keeping fit. Having a powerful, reguar workout keeps your mind and body healthy, preventing many diseases. However, some (most?) people find going to the gym monotonous and boring.
Luckily, there are other exciting extreme sport activities that will keep you fit as a fiddle while having tons of fun. We have the perfect GoPro mount for every activity gathered here, giving you one more reason to get out there and stay active.
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General Use
Whether you’re filming underwater, just above the water, or while on a walk, a mount can make the filming process much easier and produce a more stable picture. There are plenty of options out there for any filming occasion!
Bottle Buoyancy Adapter
This GoPro mount that attaches to any old water or soda bottle is one of the best accessories for water sports. It screws onto any standard bottle, meaning you can play with the water-to-air ratio to keep it balanced at the perfect depth! And since the adapter is so small, you can always pack it with you.
- Who designed it? meeee
- How printable/popular is it? The nearly 5,500 downloads and 58,000 views show that this simple print could be your solution, too.
- Where to find it? MyMiniFactory
Chest Mount
Taking a first-person shot is very common, but sometimes you also need your hands free. With this solution, you’ll get both and good stability. You’ll only need a few pieces of straps 3 to 4 centimeters thick and optionally a clip for rapid changes.
- Who designed it? makermoekoe
- How printable/popular is it? This powerful accessory has more than 9,000 downloads and 7 makes, so you should have no problem printing one for yourself.
- Where to find it? Thingiverse
Hand Stabilizer
Sometimes all you need is the basics, a strong, simple structure that gets the job done. Note that it’s reinforced with screws in the rods and base of the stand.
Floating Handle
The basics can be versatile, while staying comfortable and light. A simple floating handle can be all you need to take beautiful shots and photos on a weekend or while doing your favorite sports. If you’re doing something more active, don’t forget to take advantage of the holes to attach a safety cord. Since it also floats, it can be used for water shots without any problems.
- Who designed it? kepes
- How printable/popular is it? The nearly 150 downloads and 10 makes show that this design is a good pool companion.
- Where to find it? Printables
Vice Clamp
This vice clamp GoPro mount is great for recording from a desk, bookshelf, or another solid and rectangular structure. The clamp involves three 3D printed parts (the main body and two screw caps) and a few hardware components, including a threaded rod and rod coupler. Like a vice, you can tighten the mount’s grip by rotating the threaded rod.
- Who designed it? SmileyFace28
- How printable/popular is it? This versatile accessory has over 2,000 views and almost 200 downloads.
- Where to find it? MyMiniFactory
Printer Mount
Wouldn’t a mount that’s compatible with your printer be great for close-up shots and even a time-lapse? Well, now you can make this accessory and spend almost nothing on material for it. Small and very useful, this mount will allow you to place your GoPro in the right place without any difficulty.
- Who designed it? JasonWalton
- How printable/popular is it? 13 people have already left their likes, 63 have downloaded it, and 1 has kindly shared their make.
- Where to find it? Printables
Circular Floatie
Filming in the water can be difficult due to buoyancy and stabilization issues, but this flotation mount can help. This mount involves an outer ring that should be printed light for maximum buoyancy and a crossing piece for your GoPro to attach to. The result should be much more stable pictures and videos when filming from the water. Just watch out for any significant waves!
- Who designed it? paoloboni
- How printable/popular is it? On Thingiverse, this model has more than 22,000 downloads, 4 makes, and 1 remix.
- Where to find it? Cults, Thingiverse
360° Video Rig
Virtual reality and 360° video are on the rise, and you don’t need to buy one of those fancy new cameras to produce your panoramic videos. GoPros work fine if you position them right – six GoPros, one rig to 3D print, and you’re ready.
- Who designed it? martin19791121
- How printable/popular is it? With almost 5,000 downloads, 7 makes, and 2 remixes, you too can go further.
- Where to find it? Thingiverse
Underwater Base
Anyone who has ever used a GoPro knows that it does a good job of shooting underwater video. But what if you want to place the camera on the bottom of the sea or pool to film yourself or sea creatures swimming? This mount keeps your GoPro firmly planted on the sea floor at any angle, on rocks, on a surfboard, or on just about any other surface.
- Who designed it? Datheus
- How printable/popular is it? This useful accessory has more than 1,000 downloads.
- Where to find it? Thingiverse
Vehicle & Equipment Use
Adventure is everywhere, so let your creativity flow with these special accessories. These designs are meant for hand-free filming by mounting your camera on the vehicle or equipment that’s coming along with you for the ride!
Helmet Mount
GoPro use has evolved a lot since it was first released in 2005. However, strapping the camera atop your head is still one of the best mounting practices. It provides the best view of your chosen activity without getting in the way. Just be careful of low-hanging branches, as your head will extend a bit higher than normal.
- Who designed it? squbel
- How printable/popular is it? This mount has been downloaded over 2,500 times and 2 users have posted their makes.
- Where to find it? Thingiverse
Backpack Strap Mount
If you enjoy outdoor activities and time spent in nature, you know that walking along a bumpy trail is often the only way to reach a special place. Whatever the destination, the path is also a great adventure that deserves attention. With this accessory, you’ll have a lot of practicality. You can remove the backpack and the camera without any problems. There are three different sizes available, and you can print it in either PLA or ABS.
- Who designed it? shakeNbake08
- How printable/popular is it? 11 successful makes and positive feedback confirm the usefulness and versatility of this design.
- Where to find it? Printables
Handlebar Mount
A bike trip can cover a lot of ground, taking you past some beautiful sights. You’ll want to make sure your GoPro is mounted when you go to capture it all. Checking out the footage after the trip is a great way to get you back in the saddle ASAP and recording more extraordinary footage.
- Who designed it? MyMiniFactory
- How printable/popular is it? With just about 1,000 likes and almost 4,000 downloads, this design is an excellent choice.
- Where to find it? MyMiniFactory
Scuba Mask Mount
Keeping your hands free while making beautiful footage underwater really makes a difference. With this print, you can have your first-person view without even the tip of the mask appearing. Since it’s attached to the mask itself, it makes little adjustments easy.
- Who designed it? Ben967
- How printable/popular is it? With more than 2,600 downloads and 4 makes, this design is a good choice for your next scuba dive.
- Where to find it? Thingiverse
Strap Anywhere Mount
This may be the most versatile mount on our list. It allows you to attach your GoPro to just about anything, and it’s just as easy to remove. All you need are some inch-wide straps with fasteners so you can tighten them.
- Who designed it? WillsWorld
- How printable/popular is it? This accessory has almost 5,000 downloads, 4 makes, and 1 remix.
- Where to find it? Thingiverse
Car Mount
Having a car and a GoPro is already fun, so why not combine the two and multiply your happiness? This accessory is almost universal, and you can use it with any car without risking scratching your paintwork as long as the glass is the standard thickness. This is just a base for the gimbal, but it might be the only thing you’re missing in some cases.
- Who designed it? Ronny
- How printable/popular is it? This indispensable accessory has 45 likes and 5 beautiful makes.
- Where to find it? Printables
Bodyboard Mount
Surf shots are really extreme and exciting, especially when shot with a GoPro. Balancing on the board and riding the waves already takes a lot of effort, so there’s nothing better than leaving the camera fixed in the right place. This will help you avoid losing it in case you get knocked out in the waves.
Remote Use
Sometimes you need more elaborate and sophisticated tools to take your shots and photos. These options may be a bit more complex in their assembly, but they pay off since you’ll end up with your own filming equipment at a fraction of the cost of professional devices. Let’s see some projects that can make a difference!
Automatic Camera Slider
Those who use their GoPro to make more professional videos know how difficult it is to stabilize images and avoid shakes. Having a firm base and smooth movements in a piece of sturdy equipment is not always easy to find. With an Arduino, CNC shield, stepper motors, 3D printed parts, and some assembly work, you too can have your own automated slider controller and take your videos to a new level.
- Who designed it? Technovation
- How printable/popular is it? This featured design has over 155 likes and over 10,000 views on Instructables!
- Where to find it? Instructables
Dolly Car
There are many solutions for dolly shots, sliders, and whatnot. But do you really think you can find something cuter than this guy? This tiny skateboard-car-like thing is a good solution to do these shots and lets your GoPro ride in style.
- Who designed it? Datheus
- How printable/popular is it? Even though it doesn’t have makes, this accessory has almost 2,000 downloads.
- Where to find it? Thingiverse
Motion Controlled
If you don’t need something as complete and complex as a slider and want to save money, you can consider making a pan and tilt system with servo motors. Better control will certainly help you get more enjoyable and beautiful time lapses. In addition to the Arduino and servo motors, you will also need a few other small electrical components and some 3D printed parts.
- Who designed it? indoorgeek
- How printable/popular is it? Over 15,000 views and 156 likes make it clear why this is a featured design.
- Where to find it? Instructables
Drone Mount
Video shooting and aerial photos are becoming increasingly popular, and with good reason. Bird’s eye view footage of your favorite places can make them all the more special.
While it can be fun, you need a good camera to enjoy the flight and get good images, and those that come with drones do not always meet expectations. If you already have a Syma X8C and a GoPro, your problems are over with this simple part. The design is relatively simple and can be adjusted to fit your specific drone.
- Who designed it? adafruit
- How printable/popular is it? 4,200 downloads, 12 makes, and 2 remixes show that this little piece can make a big difference.
- Where to find it? Thingiverse
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