Rear Facing Action Camera mounted to Pannier Rack

[Distorted Vision]

I'm thinking about purchasing an action camera which I will have rear facing for safety. I'm considering this:

I'm wondering if I can use the handlebar mount on my pannier rack. The diameter of the tubing looks too small for the mount but I could wrap it in electrical insulation tape.

Anyone have any other suggestions?

Thanks.

 

[HLaB]

I'm thinking about purchasing an action camera which I will have rear facing for safety. I'm considering this:

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I'm wondering if I can use the handlebar mount on my pannier rack. The diameter of the tubing looks too small for the mount but I could wrap it in electrical insulation tape.

Anyone have any other suggestions?

Thanks.

An old inner tube?

 

[Slick]

I assume you have already considered the Fly 6 which is already designed for the job and in lots of peoples sale rail now.

 

[Distorted Vision]

The handlebar mount won't work because it does not rotate. I'm not sure but I think that camera is compatible with GoPro mounts:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Campark-Waterproof-Underwater-Accessories-Compatible/dp/B01LEAPVH6

This Mount is rotatable so looks more promising:

 

[Distorted Vision]

Yes of course I researched the Fly6 but I read mixed reviews and I'll be paying extra for the light which I do not require.

 

[Slick]

No mounting issues though.

Fair enough, only a suggestion.

 

[Arjimlad]

If you can mount it on your seatpost, you will have some of the bike in the rear footage. This helps the Police identify how close a pass is. Its good to have as firm/direct a mount as possible to keep the footage steady.

 

[Distorted Vision]

Mounting on the seatpost is not an option as the view is obstructed by the pannier rack.

 

[Deleted member 22722]

By mounting the camera to the rack there will be a lot of vibration and movement and the footage will be so shaky it'll be almost unusable. I've found a seat rail attachment or attaching to the seat post to be the best options.

 

[Distorted Vision]

It seems fine to me.