How to film fishing lures underwater using a gopro and wifi

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Gopros are one of those camera that have revolutionised filming outdoor pursuits and I am not sure there are any youtubing fishermen who don’t own a gopro and make good use of them. As a lure maker and fisherman I have been strapping them and shoving them in places where I wouldn’t dream of putting a full sized digital camera; including underwater. The only trouble with using these cameras underwater is unless you get wet you have really no idea what you’re filming. This can be frustration to find an afternoon’s footage is not really what you expected. Although most gopros have wifi these days that can connect your camera to a mobile phone for a preview , the trouble is wifi seldom travels more than a couple of inches in water before becoming unusable for a connection. To get round this I used some coaxial cable the kind stuff used for tv aerials, to make the connection between the gopro and smartphone. With the camera one end of a pole and the mobile on the other I could connect and get a live feed from the camera so I didn't have to leave it all to chance
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[@duxxxhm]

It is very sad seeing this channel die like this. I know it is hard work making videos and Paul probably have more important stuff to do, but it is still sad. Best channel ever if you ask me. I wish you all the best things Paul

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I dont blame him. It must be very frusrating as a YT creator when on paper you are supposed to have all of these subs but when you put out a new video only a very small percentage of those so called subs watch the videos and the views are miles away from the sub numbers. Whats the point in making all of the effort it must take to make these videos when those that supposed to be subs and support the channel dont particulary as ite FREE! Its not just his channel it appears to be a common thing. Why do people sub to channels if they do not watch the videos and truly support the channel.

[@tcrenegade]

Please don't stop making videos, you are the first youtuber that ever made me realize anyone can make their own lures with just the tools you have around the house. You see, its not the productions quality of you videos that make them, its not your uncanny skill for making such incredible creations with so many improvised resources, its your vision, your thoughts, your outlook and inspiration. Its no secret that the most successful channels, especially in this subject matter, are littered with misleading clickbait more focused on production quality or focusing on a lot of projects with little thought or direction to the project itself. But your videos give vision, so please, follow that vision. Movies, like Kuba really showed your creativity and idealism, I'm sure we all would like to see more of that. PS, if you ever find yourself in the states in New England, hit me up, I'll be sure to get you one some Striped Bass and maybe pull some strings for some bluefin. Thankyou for everything you have done- Adam

[@33Hossa18]

Really miss your content Paul! Hope you’re able to upload soon

[@SJBassin]

I miss this channel was one of my favorites and I still go back and watch some of the videos to learn how he did a few lures. Hope your doing well.

[@finniantallon4532]

We miss you mate, please don’t stop making videos. You’ve inspired all of us to be better fisherman!

[@bassnbluegill1406]

I have been making wooden lures for about 3 months starting with some old broom handles before I bought some basswood. I just got the hard bait kit from makelure.com and I am excited to upgrade to making plastic lures. I am hand painting them at the moment, but intend to get airbrushing equipment eventually. You are one of the people that inspired me to get into this hobby and make something beautiful and useful. Thank you Paul! Please continue to create and inspire.

[@cjshake]

Please upload again mate ur vids are perfection and I would love to see this channel thrive again

[@omarhill7345]

miss your videos, they were definitely entertaining and very informative.

[@finniantallon4532]

Please don’t stop making videos mate! All the best

[@TheAudiostud]

Another classic Handmade Fisherman Video Great Work Well Done Paul 👍

[@barryjames9314]

Hi Paul , much like the other enthusiastic followers I can only endorse their comments and the well deserved appreciation but unfortunately as is often the case this doesn’t translate into a reasonable payment for all the hard work in producing such valuable material. Finding your channel was like a breath of fresh air after wading through hours of egotistical , product placing . I can well understand that confronted with this situation you’re going to ask if it’s all worthwhile but please remember , even so , there are many like myself who really value the inspiration you provide. Would it be possible to email you direct as I’m having difficulty printing some of your superb drawings which will be invaluable as I’m gathering all the material needed to make a start . I’m a joiner by trade but unfortunately , owing to a serious illness affecting my mobility I can no longer work . Following your excellent videos the seed was planted and now I can keep myself occupied producing lures All the very best and I’m sincerely hoping for another video in the future .

[@TarasRychka]

Please do not stop your great videos. It is hard and takes a lot of time. Hope you are well. Best regards from Ukraine.

[@user-pp2kj7py2b]

Your animation is fascinating. The Japanese lure is very good!

[@toiynhac]

nice work Paul. Keep up the good work.

[@1dowsey]

Brilliant Paul yet again

[@befrankpls]

Just too good. Keep it up. Keep on making more videos. Cheers from Antonio Goa India

[@hogmouthfishingcharters4546]

Paul where are you at Paul hope things are OK man seems like you disappeared for a minute I hope everything’s OK there’s anything that we can do let us know?!!

[@niklasengeland1096]

Paul, please come back. I miss your videos so much. Greetings from germany

[@cuttlefishpie3731]

Thanks! I have been using my fake gopro in Canada for ice fishing. Was looking for a way to get wifi and live viewing to work and this is it!!

[@danram69]

just stumbled on this what a guy loving him northern like me i have read the comments hopefully he aint stopping ?

[@georgefisherman.jig.lenda.]

beautiful pictures, very good your video, I'm from Brazil. hugs

[@shanedurrance]

Dude! That was great advice with the wire deal around the camera for Bluetooth capabilities!

[@mikesmith2102]

Excellent video and the info was exactly what I was looking for. I want to be able to dip the camera off docks around the Seattle area. I was thinking using a reel of wifi cable with maybe 50-75 ft(15-22M). Keep an eye on the crab pot and such.

[@henryAightch]

Thanks for sharing this! What a great hack.

[@paul_monaghan]

Very good Paul. Need to try that out with the flies. Many thanks

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

it would be great to see some footage of your big pike lies, cheers

[@ruckusflow]

Genius Paul, a great tool for filming and great for experimenting with the lures action through rod input or reel speed.

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

yep, it still feels a bit odd to see what the lures get up to when you try and put some action into them with the rod

[@ruckusflow]

I think more so for soft plastic slugs, worms etc where what you impart on the rod dictates more of the action, a very handy tool.

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

@@ruckusflow I may give it go with some plastics when i am out next and find some fish hopefully

[@ruckusflow]

Tight lines and look forward to some more quality footage, cheers.

[@Caurumcerise]

Thank you so much!!! Is us helping me a lot

[@mrenfilade7178]

Miss your builds! @The Handmade Fisherman :)

[@WhoNoes]

Cool idea, waiting on the for the next video.

[@38MarcW]

Just amazing may be different on the hero 7 black I will look and try and let you know.

[@diybassfishing5757]

Brilliant hack Paul...definitely going to be using this in the near future!

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

it would be great to see some footage

[@diybassfishing5757]

@@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman I will definitely do that!

[@sergemarcoux7762]

Please come back!!!! We miss you!! :)!!!

[@SuperKabookie]

Nice work!

[@dpfisherman]

Interesting technique will be trying to add some underwater footage to my own videos 👍🏻 Liked and subbed 👌🏻🎣🎣

[@rimotivri]

diving things are my favs. Cool.

[@Saltloony]

Great video. Thanks.

[@delwigzieful]

Paul all the best mate so sad to see this fantastic channel die,Alien

[@shuggiemcg1]

Its a testiment to how good a video maker you are! That even now after all this time Subs are crying out for content from you and still Subscribed after such along absence :-( PLEASE come back we await even a short video saying you are fine.

[@Droneswayup]

That is a good hack. I am trying something similar to that today. I will let you know how it turns out.

[@jarrod9234]

Miss you, Paul.

[@andreysurcek145]

Hi, nice video. Have you tested out how far under you can film before it cuts out?

[@timucinkaan9634]

I like this , very good 👍 thanks

[@allenguthrie9128]

Are you still making videos?

[@anaghzaccount]

I hope you're doing well Mr. Handmade Fisherman. Miss your videos and soothing voice!

[@julianjimenez601]

Espero que usted se encuentre bien.esperamos sus vídeos Saludos desde Argentina

[@gilessexton49]

Brilliant Paul, thanks

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

if your using spinners, you can attach a small piece of rod to the end pole at an angle, with some line to the spinner so it sits in the middle of the shot

[@gilessexton49]

@@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman That is kind of what I did in my test tank, thanks mate

[@MrShawnmg]

Miss your videos man!

[@kadaluzhavan4150]

Superb its not easy to make a video like this thanks

[@raghus8715]

Thanks for the hack ! Could you please also make a setup which can be attached to a line and can handle small waves and currents ?

[@Akon11]

Perfect thanks 👍

[@llanzafa]

So cool

[@leesagar8651]

This video has finally answered my question. How do I get a camera under water to see the type of bottom I'll be fishing on to make notes of them. love the whole clamp on a landing net pole idea. That will give me an idea of the margins and at slight depth. Now I have to figure out how to see what's under water 50 to 100 yards out.

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

i have used the pole vertically in the dock ( salt water) down to 3.5mtrs and not lost signal

[@leesagar8651]

@@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman I'm in the UK buddy, I mean as in going across a lake or pond. I've contemplated tying it to braided line and free spooling it out with a bait boat etc but I can't think of any good solid ideas that I can't find potential issues with.

[@barracudahunter]

Genial!!!! Thanks master!

[@deanwatt]

Now thats a trick im in need of! Cheers

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

hull inspection?

[@deanwatt]

Got it in one! Also for a video I have been trying to figure out for a while. Now I have no excuses but to attempt it.

[@robertlong9552]

Seen this before by two lads on the ice good idea good for up to thirty foot so far

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

yes, it is not a new idea, it is something i didn't really think about, i just used the camera without it for a long time until one of lads in work suggested it

[@stephengeoghegan-doughty.5870]

Hey Where do you get the stainless steel wire for your lure and spinners, i would like the wire slightly thicker like 1.2 mm, Hav'nt been able to track the wire down. Could you help please ?

[@flipup8539]

Paul it’s summer and we are all still waiting, miss your videos, maybe a vlog of your house fixing.

[@Dr._Spamy]

Hope you're well.

[@COAFFieldTeam]

Awesome!

[@Ryandawson018]

Love it

[@agoexvr4635]

Nice videos bro,, i like 👍🤙🎣 🎣🎣

[@shuggiemcg1]

\come Back Paul we miss your videos! Hows the job going

[@thomashill8238]

At long last some thing ugly that even I could make! Thanks for posting Paul.

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

i make shit loads of ugly things, i just never show them on video

[@fbfoutdoors5059]

@@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman mate we don't care if its ugly i learn from your channel so please make more content

[@Soulvex]

Such a great channel, where art thou?

[@sergemarcoux7762]

comeback plz! We miss you!!!

[@MrCutters1]

Ah man i have the same problem what an idea gutted ya no making videos anymore we’re about you from ? Love to start making lures ❤️❤️🎣🎣

[@jetx2710]

Don't give up !!!!!!

[@living2549]

Thank you 🙏 I 🥰🥰

[@littlemanphil7905]

I like the hack, and the camera name. Lol

[@fishingmasterawesome]

It’s not that he’s gone. It’s that he didn’t say goodbye

[@integraellie]

Hey, no video in a long time!! Where are ya?? We all miss your videos,

[@irawancebongfishing5880]

mantap brooo

[@zacharythomas6134]

Still waiting used to watch you with my family.

[@LunkerFishing]

Paul, the limitation of 30 fps is just a limitation in that entry level hero right? If I use another GoPro that records 1080P in 60 fps that will result in video quality that can be used in slow motion right? Great video and idea.

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

i think you maybe right, you can get a preview in 1080 superwide whihc is 48 frame per second, I normally render out at 24 frames a second so techincally i could get half speed. but i am guessing in the high end gopros you can preview at higher frame rates, they have also different wifi signals and options as to what connection signal you use. I was hoping some cleaver dick out there would have some answers an leave some input, i am a bit of Luddite, with these, put me behind a conventional camera and i can take iso, bmps all day

[@justinward6031]

Please come back man

[@irawancebongfishing5880]

good

[@iklink]

Can you link to the pole

[@shuggiemcg1]

Please make some videos WE MISS YOU lol please come back

[@Gungie00]

Where did you go Paul all your subs miss you sir

[@LunkerFishing]

Paul, we really miss you. I got lots of ideas from your videos. Please come back or at least let us know where to find you.

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

Just trying to fix a house up so I can move in. Should be back soon

[@mack5516]

👍Like it.

[@LunkerFishing]

Paul, please come back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@kanstantsinnovik7881]

Автор видео с идеальным мышлением решения проблемы. Подписка и лайк!

[@harezy]

Hope your ok been awhile since one of your uploads?? Missing the content

[@fishingwcp]

How do u get your watermark that big

[@fishingwithtanner]

Start Posting again.

[@Robert-cg4dl]

maybe it is a good idea to make a plane board for fishing from a boat?!

[@user-vz4ui9wo6z]

paul, why you dont upload video for more than a year😢

[@justinward6031]

Still missing u paul

[@varanoid34]

Hey paul, its allright? Are you healthy?

[@darktryo]

Hi, i am really sorry i had to stop my monthly donation. It was nearly nothing but i cannot afford it at the moment. I will still enjoy your videos very much and hopefully i should be able to donate again very soon. I wish you the best

[@DanielvdPoel]

What happend? Are you going to make videos again?

[@lourensjoubert8652]

Hi Paul. Long time no see? All well?

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

yep, bought a house, just got to fix it up, should be back soon

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

thanks

[@ianmurray2035]

Why not us screw thread on landing net

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

the last section of this landing net has a standard net thread but i never use it because it gets too wobbley, i do have adaptors for camera thread to landing net threads which is the same banks sticks, which i use instead of tripods on the bank with small cameras. But if you have stiff enough pole there is no reason not to use the landing net thread. Before i had the landing net pole i was using a long extension paint roller pole, thanks

[@user-fw2nm2gl1v]

Good evening, and you can Russian version.?

[@burningman1175]

How are you?

[@morganogwenpysgota]

Will i need to get the cable inside the waterproof housing?

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

no, just on the back of it, the housing is plastic

[@andyroo2232]

It appears not. As long as the cable is very close to the housing it should pick up the broadcast wifi signal from the gopro which is then carried up the cable to the phone. The problem I believe occurs when the wifi signal hits the surface changes mediums from water to air, the signal is then scattered. So having the wire carry the signal through that transition is what makes this work.

[@morganogwenpysgota]

Thanks, so i could just tape it to my phone and my waterproofhousing

[@andyroo2232]

@@morganogwenpysgota Sure! I think he chose the molded plastic since the water won't peel it off like the tape will. I'm sure it would last but my guess is over time the adhesive of the tape would peel loose.

[@walterdowns9978]

I am looking for an underwater camera with Wi-Fi that I can hang from my drone with about 20 feet of cable so I can fly over the lake in summer and bring my drone down to let the camera into the water to look in different places to see if there is fish

[@JPsfish]

@Walter Downs did it work?

[@BUSHCRAPPING]

a good rule of thumb for filming underwater when you cant see the framing is to film 3-4x as much as you think uou need lol

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

not wrong there

[@fencingrat7064]

Paul - here's an idea to guarantee framing for your underwater footage that will save time, frustration and (I would have said "saves film stock" back in the day, but ... ) saves battery life:I'm sure you have some rods that have broken that you haven't yet fixed, so take the top section, or chop a blank to fit, put a camera crab claw clip (I can type it, if not say it quickly) on the bottom end, another about 12" up from that with a section of rod blank attached to it, and a third clamp at the end of that section. You now have a re-positionable "1/2-leg" of a Y where you can adjust the angle of the rod offset from your camera pole and how far it extends in front of the camera. Tie on your line/leader and your lure so that when you drag the whole rig through the water, the lure will be center frame and in focus. Should be a better time moving just the one pole through the water, or walking along the bank than having to deal with the camera pole, and the fishing rod, too. Naturally, if you want the footage to be the lure swimming towards the camera, you have that already sorted, and the 1/2-Y rig is detachable.

[@PaulAdamsTheHandmadeFisherman]

great minds think a like, i have use that set up before, with the tip of a rod, normally i carry a little triangle of wood and just gaffer tape it on with the rod tip a little way back from the camera and then set a trace length so it fall in the middle of the shot , if you look back to part 3 of the phox weight shift minnow build i am using that rig in the final shots and in the cranks bait video at the end. It is great for framing, the only draw back with it is it can look a bit static because it is always in the right place, and on swim baits it is hard to get great jerking shots as the camera and the lure are connected, but maybe it needs some more experimentation, thanks kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGmsfGVomdJ_pdU

[@tomitomi4107]

does anyone know this guy personally? I'd like to know if he's ok. i really miss him