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GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition

  • Price: $299.99
  • B&H # GOHMH2
  • Mfr# CHDMH-002

Product Highlights

  • Camera Designed for Use with Motorsports
  • Shoot 1080p, 960p & 720p Full HD Video
  • Supports SD/SDHC Cards Up to 32GB
  • Features an 11MP 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor
  • Waterproof Housing Good to 197' (60 m)
  • LEDs on All Sides to View from Any Angle
  • Integrated Battery Warmer for Cold Temps
  • Wi-Fi BacPac & Wi-Fi Remote Compatible
  • Updated 2x Sharper Pro Glass Lens
  • Shoot Bursts of 10 Photos per Second

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The GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition is specifically designed for shooting HD video while you're riding the trail, the road or the track. You can capture 1080p at 30 frames per second (fps), 960p at 48 or 30 fps, and 720p video at 30 or 60 fps, as well as 5, 8 or 11 megapixel digital still photos. The HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition comes with a suction cup mount, J-Hook, three curved adhesive mounts, two flat adhesive mounts and a three-way pivot arm. This makes the HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition the easiest action camera to use and mount to practically any frame. Plus, plenty of optional accessories can be used with the camera for shooting in a variety of other settings.

In addition to giving you shooting capabilities almost anywhere, the HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition features an integrated battery warmer for longer battery life in colder temperatures, Wi-Fi BacPac / Wi-Fi Remote compatibility, and an easy-to-use LCD interface. Plus, the camera has LED lights viewable from any angle and can support shooting bursts of 10 photos per second. You can recharge the battery while you record via USB cable and enjoy time-lapse photography every 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 30 or 60 seconds. The HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition even supports live streaming from the web, as well as Wi-Fi video preview and playback on your smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer.

Designed for Motorsports Recording
The HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition provides you with the waterproof housing and mounts you need to record in any conditions. The waterproof, polycarbonate housing is removable, and in the event of extreme destruction can be replaced easily with an optional housing. Plus, the camera comes with a suction cup mount, a J-Hook, three curved adhesive mounts, two flat adhesive mounts and a three-way pivot arm

Other Features

Simple language-based user interface
2X sharper professional glass lens
2x faster image processor
11MP, 1/2.3" CMOS image sensor
Full wide 170°, medium 127° and narrow 90° FOV (Field of View) in 1080p and 720p
Professional low light performance
11MP, 8MP and 5MP photos with full 170° and medium 127° FOV
Shoot stills in 10 photo per second bursts
Shoot one photo every 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 30 or 60 seconds with Time-Lapse photo mode
Natural and high wind audio modes
3.5mm Stereo external microphone input
Wi-Fi BacPac and Wi-Fi Remote Control compatibility
Long range remote control of multiple cameras
Integrated battery warmer enables long battery life in cold temperatures
Wi-Fi Video Preview + Playback on Smartphone / Tablet / Computer
Live streaming to the web
Optics
Sensor 11 Megapixel 1/2.3" CMOS
Lens Fixed Focus
f/2.8 1
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2x Sharper Professional Glass Lens

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Recording
Recording Media SD/SDHC Up To 32GB Video/Image
Recording Time SD/SDHC
1080p30: 4 Hrs with 32GB SD Card
960p30: 6 Hrs with 32GB SD Card
720p60: 4 Hrs with 32GB SD Card
720p30: 6 Hrs with 32GB SD Card
WVGA 120: 4.5 Hrs with 32GB SD Card
Video Format High Definition
MPEG AVC/H.264
1920 x 1080p, 1280 x 960p, 1280 x 720p (30/30/60 fps)
Standard Definition
WVGA
848 x 480 (60 fps) 2
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960p also shoots 48 fps / 720p also shoots 30 fps / WVGA also shoots 120 fps

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Still Image Resolution JPEG: 11 Megapixel
JPEG: 8 Megapixel
JPEG: 5 Megapixel 3
Please Note:

Photo Burst: 10 photos in 1 second / Time-Lapse: photo every 0.5 , 1, 2, 5, 10, 30 or 60 seconds / Self Timer

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Audio Format 1-Channel Mono 4
Please Note:

48 kHz, AAC Compression, Auto Gain Control

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Display
Display Type LCD
Screen Size Not Specified By Manufacturer
Features
Lux 0.84 (V/lux-sec)
Built-in Mic Yes
Input/Output Connectors
Inputs 1x Microphone In 3.5mm Stereo Mini-Jack
Outputs 1x Mini-USB
1x HDMI C (Mini)
1x Composite Video (out) 5
Please Note:

Hero Port / SD Card Slot

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Microphone Input Yes 6
Please Note:

Stereo External Microphone Input (3.5mm)

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Headphone Jack Not Specified By Manufacturer
General
Languages Not Specified By Manufacturer
System Requirements Not Specified By Manufacturer
Battery Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 1100mAh
Power Adapter Not Specified By Manufacturer
Dimensions (WxHxD) Not Specified By Manufacturer
Weight Not Specified By Manufacturer

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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GoProHD HERO2 Motorsports Edition
 
4.7

(based on 65 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (50)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (13)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (1)

98%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (58)
  • Great picture quality (53)
  • Good in low light (22)
  • Image stabilization (22)
  • Great sound (6)

Cons

  • Poor in low light (13)
  • Poor sound (13)
  • Limited zoom (8)
  • No image stabilization (7)
  • Complicated to operate (4)

Best Uses

  • Travel (37)
  • HD shooting (35)
  • Documentaries (30)
  • Movies/short films (24)
  • Home movies (20)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Enthusiast (23), Semi-pro (18), Pro videographer (16), Casual user (7)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (59), Yes (3)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Much better than the first

Really glad I returned the HD HERO for this one, it is way better especially in low light. I'm not saying it's perfect but if you really want something with super quality then just ...Read complete review

Really glad I returned the HD HERO for this one, it is way better especially in low light. I'm not saying it's perfect but if you really want something with super quality then just use a DSLR and stop complaining. I use it for bicycling and as a dash camera. Have not tried the 120fps for slow motion but I'm looking forward to that. The suction cup does the job and I'm not going to spend more on a different one. The menu system is easier to use, however I hate that you have to press the button like 15 times just to adjust the date.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Fun, Fun, Fun

yes I would buy this again, it is a very fun camera to use. Why only three stars? First I only give five stars if it's absolutely awesome in all respects.

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yes I would buy this again, it is a very fun camera to use. Why only three stars? First I only give five stars if it's absolutely awesome in all respects.

Even though I love playing with the camera it just doesn't produce the quality of images I can use. The lens distorts the image so it's (footage) use is limited to an accepting genre of applications i.e fun extreme sporting events, but placing the camera to get unusual POVs from other facets of life the distortion comes into play. The still images are not RAW, a major minus considering it's use as a time lapse camera for the ability of bringing in blown out detail.

Would of liked to seen a safety attachment loop and an easier interface menu system. Would of also liked to see a bigger movie resolution, applying any stabilization requires cropping the file. All in all a very fun camera but again only for a specific niche.

Reviewed by 65 customers

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1.0

This camera is really bad.

By George

from Arizona

About Me Pro Videographer

Pros

    Cons

    • Complicated To Operate
    • Limited Zoom
    • No External Mic Input
    • Poor Sound
    • Poor Still Image

    Best Uses

      Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

      This camera is bad. You can not see what you are shooting and the sound quality is bad. It is hard to edit in any edit program. Don't buy this camera if you are a professional film maker.

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      4.0

      GoPro, you're my Hero...2

      By Spirit Juice Studios

      from Worth, IL

      About Me Pro Videographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy to Use
      • Great Picture Quality

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Documentaries
        • HD Shooting
        • Movies/Short Films
        • Travel

        Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

        This is an awesome product. It is small, versatile and is easy to use.

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        • No

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        5.0

        Fun, versatile, love it!

        By almphoto

        from Knoxville, TN

        About Me Pro Videographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy to Use
        • Fun
        • Good in Low Light
        • Good price value
        • Great Picture Quality
        • Small and compact

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Behind the Scenes
          • Documentaries
          • HD Shooting
          • Home Movies
          • Indoors/Low Light
          • Movies/Short Films
          • Time Lapse
          • Travel
          • Weddings/Events

          Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

          I use my go pro cameras for everything. Scuba, Mountain biking, behind the scenes at video and photo shoots, etc. Use your imagination, you'll find a new use.
          I live the new menu system, it easier to use and speeds up setup. Time lapse and video are my main uses. Once it's set up, it's is unobtrusive and everyone forgets it's there.

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          • No

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          5.0

          Nice Product

          By KR Productions

          from Caracas, Venezuela

          About Me Semi-pro Videographer

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy to Use
          • Good Image Stabilization
          • Great Picture Quality

          Cons

          • Poor Sound

          Best Uses

          • Movies/Short Films

          Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

          Hero 2; the best choice for a professional production. This camera is the better only you need to use you imagination...Now I build some special attachment...

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          • No

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          5.0

          Amazing high speed videos

          By fab la masse

          from Blois, centre, france

          About Me Video Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy to Use
          • Great Picture Quality

          Cons

          • Poor In Low Light

          Best Uses

          • Home Movies
          • Movies/Short Films

          Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

          I use it when i'm riding, snowboarding and skating. It's perfect for slow motion and also high speed videos especially if you use the suction cup mount.

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          • No

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          5.0

          Excelent in low light

          By Higb

          from Augusta, GA

          About Me Video Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy to Use

          Cons

          • Poor In Low Light
          • Poor Sound

          Best Uses

            Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

            Versatile, Great HD in outdoor light, poor indoors.
            You only get medium and narrow view in 1080 setting - all other settings default to wide fisheye.
            Don't count on sound especially when unit is in housing.

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            5.0

            Love this camera, it's m second one

            By slick

            from FL

            About Me Semi-pro Videographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy to Use
            • Great Picture Quality

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Documentaries
              • HD Shooting
              • Home Movies
              • Indoors/Low Light
              • Movies/Short Films
              • Travel
              • Weddings/Events

              Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

              I love the GoPro cameras!

              Put them anywhere under almost any condition and they record.

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              • No

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              5.0

              IT approved, Fire Fighter tested

              By Hairy Tech

              from Avondale, AZ

              About Me Casual User

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy to Use
              • Good Image Stabilization
              • Great Picture Quality

              Cons

              • No LCD Screen

              Best Uses

                Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

                We bought the Hero2 so that Fire Fighter can mount them on their helmets. The little camera works like a champ and can take the heat. They have been able to get some great training video.

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                • No

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                5.0

                Great Crash Cam

                By Nick the Shooter

                from Seattle, WA

                About Me Semi-pro Videographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy to Use
                • Great Picture Quality
                • Versatile

                Cons

                • Poor In Low Light
                • Poor Sound

                Best Uses

                • Documentaries
                • Home Movies
                • Movies/Short Films
                • Travel
                • Weddings/Events

                Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

                What more can I say about this camera. Endlessly useful. Durable. Great for putting in dangerous situations. Footage mixes well with my Sony FS100.

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                • No

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                5.0

                Buy all the mounts at once!

                By Truco

                from Santiago, CL

                About Me Casual User

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy to Use
                • Good Image Stabilization
                • Great Picture Quality

                Cons

                • Poor In Low Light

                Best Uses

                • HD Shooting

                Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

                It's clearly the best thing out there right now, but the user experience strongly depends on the mounts and accessories so I recommend getting more than less.

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                5.0

                HERO2 at NASA

                By thwrex

                from Phoenix AZ

                About Me Semi-pro Videographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy to Use
                • Great Picture Quality

                Cons

                • Limited Zoom
                • No image stabilization

                Best Uses

                • Documentaries
                • HD Shooting
                • Movies/Short Films
                • Travel

                Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

                I was recently invited to a NASA social media event. As part of a "time lapse" of the entire 11 hour day on an airforce base, the camera took nearly 8,000 individual pictures.

                I found that the backup battery pack, combined with a mini USB charger running whenever possible made this pretty easy.

                The fact that the case does not have a "hole" for the USB plug is kind of stupid however. In the end, a 16Gig card, and a fist full of smaller cards, made the process manageable, and the quality of the pictures are/were amazing. We shot from a inprovised position inside the cockpit of an F/A-18, while nearly 40 people moved in/out of the aircraft for individual photos. The time lapse is still rendering, but a first review of images is amazing. (Gaffers tape and a single tie-wrap proved better than the suction cup mount, at keeping the camara out of view, of the official staff photographer. Frankly for the cost of *some* of the accesories, you can home bake your own. Some are simply *stupid* when compared with "real life" use, especially the mount/dismount process.

                However *some* accessories are important, as the battery life is the most limiting factor on long duration events. A 16 or 32Gig card is *more* than enough for a 6.5 hour timelapse at 5 second intervals, at 11 MP per image. A "battery back" gives (about) 3 hours of run time in this mode, but not much more. Charging while using is extremely important if you are running the camera beyond this line.

                I found the chest mount and helmet mounts to be cumbersome if not actually *irritating* while walking around the facility. In the end, Tape and a lanyard around my neck solved problems.

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                5.0

                What's not to love?

                By Ric

                from ricmerry@comcast.net

                About Me Video Enthusiast

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy to Use

                Cons

                • Fish eye effect

                Best Uses

                • Kite Arial Photography

                Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

                I can spend sleepless night conjuring up new ways to use this.

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                • No

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                5.0

                Great results on first use

                By Henry Y

                from Seattle, WA

                About Me Video Enthusiast

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy to Use
                • Good in Low Light
                • Great Picture Quality

                Cons

                • Poor Sound

                Best Uses

                • Documentaries
                • HD Shooting
                • Home Movies
                • Indoors/Low Light
                • Travel
                • Weddings/Events

                Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

                I primarily got the GoPro to shoot motorsports, but haven't had a chance to use it for that purpose yet. I have used it in a pool to shoot my dog swimming and the results turned out great. I also plan on using it to shoot time lapses.

                The settings are much easier to set on the Hero2 and only requires some reference to the manual to know what each symbol stands for and some of the not so intuitive settings. But once is enough.

                The quality of the video is great and the wide coverage is better than I expected. The quality of the waterproof case is solid as are the various mounts.

                The only downside is that it doesn't come with an LCD built in, but that's the sacrifice for smaller size and longer battery life.

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                5.0

                Love It!!!

                By Dan

                from Eden Prairie, Minnesota

                About Me Semi-pro Videographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy to Use
                • Good Image Stabilization
                • Great Picture Quality

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

                    I have used other high def bullet proof "pocket cams" in the past but nothing like the Gopro Hero2. What makes it different. I'm still trying to figure it out. First off the 170 degree FOV makes it very useful in capturing almost any situation. If you need, just crop the image in post and adjust as necessary. I'm amazed at how smooth the video appears even when the camera is shaking around. I think that is what I like most about it. I can be running with the Gopro attached to a 5 foot monopod in the air and I still get usable video. It is very forgiving when it comes to movement. The mounts are well thought out and can accomplish almost any position and mount. I don't like that there is no included monitor on the back. Also using the HDMI to an external monitor is impossible with the case. Even if you want to use the camera without the case you lose all the mounting options. I know there is a backpack available and a wifi option coming out soon. This will obviously solve that problem. I have used the time laps feature and absolutely love it. Simple set-up- Just press shutter and walk away. I am still getting used to finding the best shooting options but am confident I will master it quickly. This will definately have a spot in my camera bag and travel with me often.

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                    5.0

                    Much better than the first

                    By Miguel

                    from Los Angeles, CA

                    About Me Video Enthusiast

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy to Use
                    • Good in Low Light
                    • Great Picture Quality
                    • Wide Angle Lens

                    Cons

                    • No image stabilization

                    Best Uses

                    • HD Shooting
                    • SportsAction
                    • Travel

                    Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

                    Really glad I returned the HD HERO for this one, it is way better especially in low light. I'm not saying it's perfect but if you really want something with super quality then just use a DSLR and stop complaining. I use it for bicycling and as a dash camera. Have not tried the 120fps for slow motion but I'm looking forward to that. The suction cup does the job and I'm not going to spend more on a different one. The menu system is easier to use, however I hate that you have to press the button like 15 times just to adjust the date.

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                    • No

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                    5.0

                    Happy

                    By wildair

                    from Nelson BC

                    About Me Semi-pro Videographer

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy to Use

                    Cons

                    • Limited Zoom
                    • No image stabilization
                    • Poor In Low Light
                    • Poor Sound

                    Best Uses

                      Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

                      Great little camera. Took it out for a test flight on the Cessna 172 and it worked great. Suction cut was good and the image quality was satisfying.

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                      5.0

                      great

                      By brequero

                      from Ecuador

                      About Me Video Enthusiast

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                            Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

                            the beste camera you can buy with this money

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                            5.0

                            Can't get enough of GoPro HD Hero2!

                            By Muz a.k.a. Moose

                            from Wichita, KS

                            About Me Video Enthusiast

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Easy to Use
                            • Good Image Stabilization
                            • Great Picture Quality

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Documentaries
                              • HD Shooting
                              • Home Movies
                              • Movies/Short Films
                              • Travel

                              Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

                              I've been waiting for too long for my HD Hero 2 upgrade. Finally, its in my hand. What more can I say, its much better than the previous HD Hero Original that I bought 2 years ago. Love every single thing about this camera and of course with better quality. Can't wait to use it on my newfound love in Stand Up Paddle (SUP) boarding next month in GA and NC. Gotta love GoPro!

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                              5.0

                              The Bomb

                              By MoMan

                              from Boulder, CO

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Great Picture Quality

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                  Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

                                  Got to love it!

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                                  5.0

                                  Fun Product - Good Quality!

                                  By Kimi

                                  from Corpus Christi, TX

                                  About Me Video Enthusiast

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Easy to Use
                                  • Good Image Stabilization
                                  • Good in Low Light
                                  • Great Picture Quality

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Documentaries
                                    • Movies/Short Films

                                    Comments about GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition:

                                    This was a birthday gift for my husband. He LOVES it. It takes good quality time-lapse photos and is easy to use and mount to different surfaces. I'm sure he's barely figured out what all it can do.

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                                    Stabilize your video with the support you need.

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                                    Control your camcorder from a distance, and eliminate hand-vibration in your footage.

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                                    What's in the Box

                                    GoPro HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition
                                    • Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery
                                    • Waterproof Quick-Release Housing
                                    • Skeleton Backdoor Housing
                                    • Assorted Mounting Hardware
                                    • USB Charging Cable
                                    • 3 x Curved Adhesive Mounts
                                    • 2 x Flat Adhesive Mounts
                                    • J-Hook
                                    • Suction Cup Mount
                                    • 3-Way Pivot Arm
                                    • 1-Year Limited Warranty
                                     
                                     
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