The bicycle I usually ride is a Celvelo S5. It has integrated handlebars (drop bars) that aren't the standard, universal shape.
I wanted to film my rides using an Insta360 X3 (already an older model...ㅜ.ㅜ) action camera, which allows for 360-degree filming and fun effects. However, I couldn't find a way to mount it on the handlebars.
This is because the official Insta360 Bike Mount isn't compatible with integrated handlebars.
The picture above shows the existing Insta360 Bike Mount.
While there might be ways to adapt it, I didn't want a bulky setup and gave up.
However, a mount specifically designed for integrated handlebars was recently released. I decided to buy it because I finally thought I could mount my camera.
Well... as it's an official product, it has a sticker on it.
The back lists the components.
It's not a fancy accessory, so the packaging is just a paper box with everything neatly packed inside. There's also an instruction manual that I probably won't even look at.
Looking at the components, there are anti-slip stickers... I wondered why they were needed. I found out the reason later.
The mount itself has a good finish and quality.
Here's the Insta360 X3 mounted on it. It sticks out a bit, but once it's attached to the bike, it doesn't feel awkward.
To prevent the screws from loosening due to surface vibration, which would make the mount longer than the Garmin Edge, I used Thread Lock to secure the screws.
This is a picture of the Edge 1040 Solar and CBL1600 headlight mounted together.
You can see how the accessories have added weight to my bike, turning it into a steel beast ^^
Now that it's mounted, time for a test ride !!
They said it was mounted securely... but I encountered a problem during the test ride.
It wobbles from side to side, possibly due to its length.
Ah... now I understand why anti-slip stickers were included.
I disassembled the mount.
I attached the anti-slip stickers...
Assembly is the reverse of disassembly~!!
I secured it firmly with hexagonal bolts and collar washers, which I used when building RC cars. Now there's no wobbling.
Now let's see what the angle looks like in this state?
It's a little lacking in angle for selfies, but it's satisfactory enough.
Since it's a 360-degree camera... it's also satisfying for front use.
However... the X3 itself has a short battery life... so it's not suitable for vlog purposes.
It doesn't seem to be lacking in making fun videos by shooting like an event.
There are more cases where Insta360 is not used... but the disadvantage is that I have to keep wearing that ridiculously large mount...
Since I can't detach and attach it every time...
