Hey
Just thought i'd get some opinions before i attempt this. Wouldn't want to injure myself or god-forbid my kite -- (Eclipse thruster )
I have the Oregon ATC2000 video camera and mounting it on the LE looks pretty crappy (screen shot):
So inspired by this video: http://www.kiteworld.tv/martyn-hogg-on-the-atc2k/2/ (same camera)
I decided to rig up my own camera mount (camera attaches on the clip)
about 2 meters above the bar
This is the bare bones. I'm planning on adding padding around the metal base .. its a hunk of metal that i wouldn't want flying into my face. Also, the 2 loops on the bottom would be tighter and more compact. I'll also make sure there's nothing sharp rubbing against the lines.
Some concerns:
1) the line snapping at the top of the base
2) lines crossing (i.e. back roll...) and getting caught at the base of the camera making the kite loop. I figure I'll wrap the the camera and base so there's nothing for it to catch.
I can't see this affecting the way the kite flies too much. -- maybe more depowered?
I'm heading to Cabarete in 2 weeks and thought it be nice to have this set up for my trip.
Do you think I'm totally off on this? Or that it's totally dangerous?
Cheers
andrew