Garmin Edge/Virb Mount

pprendeville · 01-12-2014 5:30pm #1

Where's the cheapest place to get a mount that takes a Garmin Edge on top and a Virb underneath? No jokes please.

Alek · 01-12-2014 5:39pm

Is there such a thing?

I've seen GarminGPS/GarminGPS with an optional Lezyne light adapter here - maybe you can talk to them to make one for you?

No cheap though.

http://www.shapeways.com/model/1033691/backbone-three-position-garmin-mount.html?materialId=76

http://www.shapeways.com/model/1586534/lezyne-ring.html?materialId=62

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Also, you can find a lot of Garmin/gopro mounts - you can attach Virb to it via the included adapter.

Like this one, probably there are cheaper ones too : http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/08/garmingopro-pioneer-aerodynamic.html

Statler · 02-12-2014 1:11am

They seem to be pricey enough, see link below, but that won't do an Edge 1000. Apparently you can get an adaptor to stick underneath any k edge mount, if you or anyone else comes acrosss one would appreciate a heads up, impulse bought a Virb on sale the other day without realising how big they are, having it out of sight underneath the Garmin sounds perfect.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Out-front-Garmin-Camera-Lezyne-rec-b012-gm-lez/dp/B00KBW0SFO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1417478712&sr=8-1&keywords=k+edge+xl+virb

Statler · 11-12-2014 2:05pm

If you already have a k edge mount you just need the KE580 k edge combo mount interface, they're a bit hard to find but I got one here: http://www.westbrookcycles.co.uk/k-edge-combo-gopro-garmin-mount-interface-for-use-with-k13-500-k13-505-k13-560-garmin-mounts-p263953

godtabh · 11-12-2014 2:48pm

Statler wrote: »

If you already have a k edge mount you just need the KE580 k edge combo mount interface, they're a bit hard to find but I got one here: http://www.westbrookcycles.co.uk/k-edge-combo-gopro-garmin-mount-interface-for-use-with-k13-500-k13-505-k13-560-garmin-mounts-p263953

With that you could use the virb and edge? I bought the bike mount but this maybe a better option

TheTubes · 11-12-2014 4:13pm

Statler wrote: »

If you already have a k edge mount you just need the KE580 k edge combo mount interface, they're a bit hard to find but I got one here: http://www.westbrookcycles.co.uk/k-edge-combo-gopro-garmin-mount-interface-for-use-with-k13-500-k13-505-k13-560-garmin-mounts-p263953

That's the one I've been looking for.

Read about it here:
http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/08/garmingopro-pioneer-aerodynamic.html

Statler · 11-12-2014 5:14pm

godtabh wrote: »

With that you could use the virb and edge? I bought the bike mount but this maybe a better option

As far as I know yes, I haven't got my Virb yet but apparently they come with adaptor mounts so you can use any gopro mount with them.

TheTubes wrote: »

That's the one I've been looking for.

Read about it here:
http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/08/garmingopro-pioneer-aerodynamic.html

Took me while to find it, I ordered this morning and got shipping confirmation in an hour or so, seems like a handy bit of kit...

pprendeville · 11-12-2014 10:00pm

I don't have the K-Edge Garmin mount. That price makes the combo a real rip off altogether. I have a Far Near Garmin mount which is great as its adjustable. Was trying to find some sort of adapter I might have been able to integrate with it but I couldnt. Went with this instead. The Virb comes with an adapter that fits I tothe 2 grooves that you see on the part in my link. It's a bit confusing I think with the amount of adapters out there and not very clear what fits what.

Alek · 18-12-2014 11:04am

Virb can be nicely mounted under the stem (110mm or longer), just with the standard handlebar mount. It looks very inconspiciuos from the front, the only problem is that it gets a lot of water spray from the front wheel if you have no mudguards.

godtabh · 18-12-2014 11:24am

Sweet. Just got mine last night and hoping to go on a test ride tomorrow or Saturday. got the bike mount with it so thats handy

greenspurs · 18-12-2014 6:29pm

bought mine on the 5 dec on the Probikekit website, still havent recieved it yet .. Customer service is terrible.....

godtabh · 18-12-2014 10:14pm

Lads does the standard virb record ant data?

godtabh · 18-12-2014 10:22pm

looks like it doesn't but i can use the 810 data

Alek · 18-12-2014 10:23pm

Nope. But you can combine video with a FIT file to show the data dashboard-style in Virb Edit, if that's what you're looking for

godtabh · 18-12-2014 10:36pm

looks like a simple file merge. Happy to get all my data doing that rather than pay an extra 100€

Alek · 19-12-2014 1:01am

The software is quite simple to use (once you find where things are... ;-) ) and the dashboard customization options are endless. Pretty cool.

And of course, on the first day I've installed the camera, some muppet tried to push me off the road squeezing into the bus lane... see 0:30.

I need to get some of this Rain-X, they say it works wonders for camera lenses.

http://www.halfords.ie/motoring/engine-oils-fluids/screenwash-de-icer/rain-x-rain-repellent-200ml

Anyone wants half a bottle? I will never use it whole... :pac:

greenspurs · 19-12-2014 1:25pm

Alek wrote: »

Nope. But you can combine video with a FIT file to show the data dashboard-style in Virb Edit, if that's what you're looking for

tech ignorant here ...
what does that mean ? how can it be done ?

Still waiting for my Virb

Alek · 19-12-2014 2:21pm

1. Download and install Virb Edit application
2. Upload your cycling video from Virb to the software
3. Add the GPS file from your ride (it does not have to be from a Garmin Edge device, as long as it is in GPX or FIT format)
4. Synchronize both
5. Insert gauges into the image, as shown on my youtube vid above
6. Export to get a video file with the "dashboard" embedded in it.

pprendeville · 19-12-2014 6:31pm

Alek wrote: »

The software is quite simple to use (once you find where things are... ;-) ) and the dashboard customization options are endless. Pretty cool.

And of course, on the first day I've installed the camera, some muppet tried to push me off the road squeezing into the bus lane... see 0:30.

I need to get some of this Rain-X, they say it works wonders for camera lenses.

http://www.halfords.ie/motoring/engine-oils-fluids/screenwash-de-icer/rain-x-rain-repellent-200ml

Anyone wants half a bottle? I will never use it whole... :pac:

Have you a horn on your bike? Cool. At the end of the video, a selection of Muppets videos appear.

I'd be interested in sharing that bottle with you. Will split the price.

godtabh · 19-12-2014 8:25pm

pprendeville wrote: »

Have you a horn on your bike? Cool. At the end of the video, a selection of Muppets videos appear.

I'd be interested in sharing that bottle with you. Will split the price.

A 3 way maybe?

Alek · 19-12-2014 8:31pm

Have you a horn on your bike?

A horn? I guess you're referring to me me shouting "HEEEY" or my squealing pigs brakes :pac:

A 3 way maybe?

No problem. I'll get it tomorrow or Monday and give you a shout over PM once I find some small bottles to split it.

godtabh · 19-12-2014 9:22pm

based in D18. I can pick it up over the weekend in Carrickmines

Alek · 19-12-2014 11:00pm

Ok, so you'll get it then? Its not too handy for me in the next few days as I'll be cycling with my 2 year old in the back seat and Halfords is not the safest place I can take him to. Not too safe for them, I mean

greenspurs · 20-12-2014 9:44am

Alek wrote: »

1. Download and install Virb Edit application
2. Upload your cycling video from Virb to the software
3. Add the GPS file from your ride (it does not have to be from a Garmin Edge device, as long as it is in GPX or FIT format)
4. Synchronize both
5. Insert gauges into the image, as shown on my youtube vid above
6. Export to get a video file with the "dashboard" embedded in it.

JAYSUS !! :eek:

Just got the Virb yesterday evening.... HAD to open it (6 days early, Sorry Santa)
I attached it to the laptop with the USB,and .... Nothing !
Do you need the memory card ?
(told yaa, tech ignorant ! ):D

godtabh · 20-12-2014 9:49am

greenspurs wrote: »

JAYSUS !! :eek:

Just got the Virb yesterday evening.... HAD to open it (6 days early, Sorry Santa)
I attached it to the laptop with the USB,and .... Nothing !
Do you need the memory card ?
(told yaa, tech ignorant ! ):D

you do need a memory card!

greenspurs · 20-12-2014 9:56am

im not even gonna bug yee and ask where can ya get a handlebar mount !!
but if anyone wants to tell me

godtabh · 20-12-2014 10:52am

greenspurs wrote: »

im not even gonna bug yee and ask where can ya get a handlebar mount !!
but if anyone wants to tell me

I bought it from the website I ordered the virb from. Should be handy to get it online

Alek · 20-12-2014 11:25am

greenspurs wrote: »

where can ya get a handlebar mount

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Garmin-Handlebar-Rollerbar-Action-Camera/dp/B00EPKM8RO

free shipping if you add something to make it 25GBP

greenspurs · 20-12-2014 12:16pm

i hope my LBS has something similar in stock ...

The mounts that come with it... They dont attach to helmet or bars without buying other attachments? ( i didnt get a chance to look at it last night when i got it )

pprendeville · 20-12-2014 3:45pm

This is a good price. You'll need an adapter that should have come with your Virb in order to mount it.

greenspurs · 20-12-2014 5:33pm

got the mount in Harvey Norman !!! Garmin and all !

get the sd memeory also.
When i connect the Virb to the laptop nothing happens ? Do i have to download the software for editing etc ?
Also shouldnt the light flash when charging ?

godtabh · 20-12-2014 5:36pm

greenspurs wrote: »

got the mount in Harvey Norman !!! Garmin and all !
get the sd memeory also.
When i connect the Virb to the laptop nothing happens ? Do i have to download the software for editing etc ?
Also shouldnt the light flash when charging ?

I think a manual comes with it that tells you want to do!

greenspurs · 20-12-2014 5:48pm

yep.. i figured that much out....
its not that discriptive though. and has no troubleshooting etc..
Thanks for the sarcasm though ..... Youre good!

Alek · 20-12-2014 10:19pm

push the usb cable bit deeper into virb and the computer should recognise it. it takes a little more force than usual.

godtabh · 21-12-2014 10:48am

First time out with the Virb and nearly get run over. Drivers must be drawn to them

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYw807iTJuc

triggermortis · 21-12-2014 12:24pm

godtabh wrote: »

First time out with the Virb and nearly get run over. Drivers must be drawn to them

I won't bother fitting mine then..
Haven't actually got it in my hands yet. It's arrived at my mates house in UK, but too late for him to bring it out here this shift. New toy for after xmas then

greenspurs · 22-12-2014 10:30am

first spin with the Virb yesterday.
Very happy with it so far. Good quality, and when secured on the underneath of the bars , its not so noticeable..
Now off to try figure out how to edit

Update - downloaded the edit tools from Garmin website.
Very user friendly (thank F***

) and really works well......

godtabh · 22-12-2014 1:16pm

Alek wrote: »

I need to get some of this Rain-X, they say it works wonders for camera lenses.

http://www.halfords.ie/motoring/engine-oils-fluids/screenwash-de-icer/rain-x-rain-repellent-200ml

Anyone wants half a bottle? I will never use it whole... :pac:

bought some of this today. need to get small bottles

pprendeville · 23-12-2014 4:58pm

Got the mount today. Ended up getting a spare one as I had put down an old address of my sisters in London. Fortunately the person got in touch (after I'd ordered a replacement) so if anyone is looking for a spare for €15 I can send one on. It's as per the pics. Looking forward to providing some quality racing footage in 2015 from the A2 peloton.

pprendeville · 25-12-2014 9:17pm

Anyone using the Virb software on a Macbook. My OS is version 10.7.5 OSX Lion on an old Macbook from 2007/08 and it looks like its the latest OS version for Lion. However Virb Edit won't run on it. :rolleyes:
Edit: Looks like its possible to update the OS on a MacBook which I wasn't aware of. Will give it a try.

talkabout · 26-12-2014 12:42am

pprendeville wrote: »

Got the mount today. Ended up getting a spare one as I had put down an old address of my sisters in London. Fortunately the person got in touch (after I'd ordered a replacement) so if anyone is looking for a spare for €15 I can send one on. It's as per the pics. Looking forward to providing some quality racing footage in 2015 from the A2 peloton.

Would take the spare mount off you if its still available. Will send you a PM.

Inquitus · 26-12-2014 3:27pm

Just bought one off the Amazon Boxing day sale the Elite for 169.29 delivered, seems like a decent deal, would have gone with the non Elite if it was available in same sale.

pprendeville · 26-12-2014 4:11pm

@ talkabout: I've sent you a PM re the mount. Get back to me when you have a chance. There's interest elsewhere also.

Managed to download an older version (2.2.1) of Virb Edit so I'm free to play around now a bit with the videos. For anyone possibly looking for older versions of the software here's a link.

triggermortis · 09-01-2015 9:14am

pprendeville wrote: »

@ talkabout: I've sent you a PM re the mount. Get back to me when you have a chance. There's interest elsewhere also.

Managed to download an older version (2.2.1) of Virb Edit so I'm free to play around now a bit with the videos. For anyone possibly looking for older versions of the software here's a link.

hmm.. I've got 10.6.8 and none of those work for me. Not sure my mac will take 10.7. Time for a new macbook I think!!

pprendeville · 09-01-2015 12:57pm

Alek wrote: »

push the usb cable bit deeper into virb and the computer should recognise it. it takes a little more force than usual.

Ha I found that also. Plugged it in over night and wondered why it still didn't charge.

WillyFXP · 19-01-2015 12:40am

http://www.superstarcomponents.com/en/garmin-gopro-handlebar-mount.htm
States gopro mount but should work with the virb too

Kinet1c · 24-01-2015 7:21pm

For anyone with the VIRB, do you need to pair it up with your Edge device? I've only got a 200 atm but it fits my needs right now. I'm thinking the VIRB or the GoPro Hero as it's birthday season and I'm being asked what I'd like.

Statler · 24-01-2015 7:31pm

No need to pair it, at this time of year when the chances are you're wearing thick gloves trying to use the Garmin touchscreen to start/ stop the Virb is almost impossible, the slider switch on the side of the Virb is perfect.

ashleey · 25-01-2015 9:47am

Kinet1c wrote: »

For anyone with the VIRB, do you need to pair it up with your Edge device? I've only got a 200 atm but it fits my needs right now. I'm thinking the VIRB or the GoPro Hero as it's birthday season and I'm being asked what I'd like.

I use an edge 500 for the usual gps ride data. I have the cheapo Gopro for video.

Then when I get back I use the Virb Edit software to sync the gps file with the video files ( the Gopro breaks your ride down into 17 minute blocks). You can sync by time or use a location to force the gps data to match the video file.
Then you can overlay your speed, cadence, heart rate, elevation etc on the video file. Join up the video segments and you're done.

Clearly the Virb Elite saves all this bother but the basic Gopro is less than 100 euro.

triggermortis · 25-01-2015 11:43am

If you have your edge paired and set up to auto start/stop as soon as you start the ride, the virb will record. No need to touch the camera apart from power on

ashleey · 25-01-2015 11:46am

And, seeing that the title of the thread is regarding mounts, I am finding that the handlebar mounted camera lens will get road spray from your front wheel or your mate's back wheel. The roads here are covered in sh!t and do check the lens very now and again!

Garmin Edge/Virb Mount

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