Insta360 GO 2 Review for MTB

[@DaleStone]

This was quite fun to make! What would you like to see reviewed next? And should I look into a 360 camera? 👀

[@BCmtb]

Would be sick to see some footage from the gopro max🤙🏻

[@519achilles]

It would definitely be a great upgrade, but is it on your budget? If it is you should go for it then!! No matter what you will keep having my support

[@LuluBejot]

@@519achilles Cool Mtb Video! I do video in New Zealand as well but I do ride Bmx. I just subscribed to you.

[@DaleStone]

Living in Vancouver is debatably within my budget. 😅

[@garypriestley1042]

Hello, your review matched your riding and the trail, excellent. Thanks.

[@KoryPeterson0520]

Nice review. Don't change your current setup. Whatever you have been using, is the best POV mtb videos on KZbin.

[@jkramer5512]

^This x100 Dale; hands down the best POV MTB footage on the net.

[@rickb.1656]

You asked for a comment so here it goes. First your review was very good. I'm not saying that to be pleasant or nice - it was thorough and well presented. It was obvious you care about the topic. Second, although I know nothing about cameras, I agree with you that this camera is not suited for your KZbin needs. The picture wasn't as clear and stable as your other videos, which is all that matters to me. I look forward to more of your reviews, your bike check video was also good. You might regret adding reviews to your repertoire, it puts more on your plate.

[@AaronEMorales]

Really enjoy this kind of review. For such a tiny camera it’s very impressive and looks really convenient. I do notice the quality and stabilization isn’t really able to keep up with the riding ;) . For quick stories on social media looks perfect though, although at that price I think you can get something better. Great stuff, Dale.

[@cyclingnerddelux698]

I've been looking for exactly this review. Thanks for taking the time. You answered many questions other reviews didn't. Keep it up. Subscribed here in snowy Austria.

[@DaleStone]

🇦🇹🍻🇨🇦

[@1ch4lM]

Really good review. Though I'm amazed by the difference vs. your usual outstanding video quality. I don't know where that magic happens but your video quality is just incredible.

[@nicks2716]

Great review Dale. Your presenting style has always been top shelf. For those interested in a video camera for their rides (or anything else really), I’d bet this is as good a review as any out there. While I’m not really in the market for one, I will say that I’d love you to use a camera like this to include a second perspective on rides. That would be cool. I hope Dave was ok on that fall… didn’t look too bad, but you never know.

[@DaleStone]

Thanks Nick. Dave avoided sticking his fingers between the boards thankfully! 😬

[@lynnstone8958]

Awesome review Dale!

[@BasicBodThor]

Found this a year later looking for reviews on this camera haha. Looks like exactly what I'm after, thanks Dale!

[@JimTay]

Absolutely fantastic review, really love the on-screen comparisons you provided. Thank you!

[@rubenvor]

Great review. This is the camera everyone is using at DH cup and EWS enduro series, even the reporters from pink bike are using it. Best action camera so far!

[@nathanwazowski]

i definitely think this camera thrives at vertical format videos the depth and steepness of a trail is really nicely depicted and showcased in my opinion!

[@mgoo1713]

I just got one of these in the 64GB model. I want to try mounting it under the visor of my lid. I've watched many videos on this thing and it seems people reviewing the camera for what it's not and not for what it is. It's an action camera the size of your thumb. I really liked how you addressed its strength at the end.

[@DaleStone]

The 64GB version would be super nice for weekend trips without having to bring a laptop. Under visor mount is great if you can keep it pointing straight!

[@kimberlyjfurey4699]

... hello from Victoria BC ~ I really enjoy your vids! I first started watching MTB after breaking my wrist, tho' not bike related. LOL, it was rollerskating, or was supposed to be, before I discovered that skate wheels don't need a little push any more. Anyway, I found mountain biking videos when I looked for others who'd broken wrists (to see how they got better). Thanks for posting these so I can vicariously participate, and not injure myself in my easy chair. The best? Gnaronimoooo!!!!!!

[@DaleStone]

Heal up! Riding videos while recovering can be either therapeutic or anxiety producing, haha.

[@lauradesposito4700]

Great review Dale! I really appreciated how in-depth and informative it was!!

[@DaleStone]

Thanks Laura, it's been super fun to play around with! 🙂

[@paul_dct]

Waiting for the go3 review 😮

[@DaleStone]

Don't hold your breath. 😅

[@paul_dct]

Thanks for responding 1 year later, your the best

[@thecakeisalie7070]

You guys are nuts for riding the Green Slime Express at speed! 😱 I like the FPV Linear combo since I can appreciate the leans on berms. I do wish for binaural mtb footages since its all about the sounds rubber on earth.

[@tts8907]

Forget the camera. This trail is sick! Awesome video, and yes, good review too.

[@XavieRibeiro25]

Holy shit man, I had no idea that you could choose whatever type of video you want after the shot. This is just game changing in my opinion. I can get an action video for KZbin and a vertical for Instagram in the same footage? Ridiculous if you ask me.

[@Alexmaystudio]

Great review. I have a GoPro 7 and it’s just so buggy. I’d say 1 in 10 videos just don’t get captured because the GoPro shuts down mid video. Gonna get one of these cameras to replace it.

[@stianjarnass]

Wow, thanks for the great review,🙏. Your riding is so technical and controlled 👏👏

[@AlexInde]

Awesome review, I'm in love with the GO 2, what a beast

[@Ardyvee]

To be honest, I quite liked some of the vertical shots since they showed the trail ahead better. I personally really liked the dynamism brought by changing the video orientation. As you say, that it doesn't shoot more than 1440p50 is sad (along with no expandable storage, and relatively short battery life), but as someone who has never done anything like that, it seems like a great choice! Just, on the note that hopefully there is a proper upgrade later on.

[@DaleStone]

I might try to toss a video from this camera into the mix without saying anything and see how it performs for science!

[@sebastiantarrant4334]

I think that the ability to switch to portait would be really useful if you want to show something else on screen, like a still image, while still keeping the riding footage on screen and the video pace flowing smoothly

[@kurucmichal]

Do you edit colours in this video or this is what it shoot, if you do what app to edit video and colours do you use? Thanks 😃

[@DaleStone]

I believe only the Boogieman lap was colour corrected in DaVinci, the rest were as-exported.

[@johnnyp588]

I’d like to see your mounting set up and your settings on camera and your post processing procedure too.

[@DaleStone]

Mounting setup is just a flat sticky mount on the underside on my chinbar. Post processing is a lot more involved! Haha

[@EliteHardrive]

So as far as mounting goes, how does one mount it to the chin of your helmet? Is the “bike kit” you can buy them with give you what you need or do you need some more mounting hardware?

[@DaleStone]

Literally just a flat sticky mount, and then the holder either comes with the camera or is in the mount bundle.

[@MrGourd]

Good review. I like that this camera shows steepness and elevation better than a GoPro, but unfortunately it's at the cost of resolution and frame rate. Colors are good though. The wind noise, non-expandable storage and non-replaceable battery are a deal breakers though. Definitely more suited for quick clips where sound, image quality and record times won't be much of an issue. Would love to see your thoughts on the Insta360 One R or GoPro Max.

[@DaleStone]

The One X2 certainly looks pretty interesting... 👀

[@theippster8891]

Hey great in depth review thanks look forward to see how you use this. I will say tho your regular videos have the clearest/sharpest POV look (not sure how to word that lol) they seem to have the highest resolution feel to them on a mtb channel. Always wonder how you get such ‘crispness’ sooo 🎶Don’t go changin’…🎶 😄

[@vert_n_dirt]

Super informative. That was good. I'd like to hear a comparative review on the $260 go pro knockoff camera

[@Radln_Jeden_Tag]

Someone notice the back ground music is the one the dankpods cannel uses for audio testing?

[@Extralope]

Great review!! Just wanting to clarify, everything is shot in raw then when edited you can switch to whatever stabilization and view you want?

[@DaleStone]

In Pro-Video mode, yes. It is exceptionally easy to process.

[@zobilamouche420]

Would love to see such in-depth review with other action-cameras such as DJI, latest GoPros or even the bigger models from Insta360 ! Maybe a quick video about your current setup and how you post process the footage could be also nice :D

[@DaleStone]

I'd love to do more, it's just a matter of what gets sent my way! 👀 My current setup isn't very special. Pretty standard setup that at least a few KZbinrs have covered. 🙂

[@mrcs007]

@@DaleStone But what is your current setup? I watch a dozen different YT POV MTB channels, and yours stands out in terms of ease of viewing compared to many of those with 20-30x more subs. Thanks in advance! I tried to look through your links and google search and YT search for your current setup, but I just could not locate it personally.

[@DaleStone]

60fps is the only difference, haha.

[@bjornaronsson7596]

Great Real life review, and sick riding!

[@MAEBikr]

Dale thanks for discouraging me ever becoming a youtuber. I never realized content creation was so complicated! Be safe!

[@nicswensgard]

What is your current camera setup? I Use a Hero 8 and have it set to 4k - 30 and I adjust the EV Comp for certain brightness of the day. I also color grade a little but for some reason I'm still getting grainy post production footage and it definitely doesn't look as good and clear as your videos. Thanks

[@DaleStone]

My main camera is a Hero 8, filming at 2.7k60. Colour/image correction in post is what I find makes the biggest difference.

[@nicswensgard]

@@DaleStone I'm definitely new at learning Cameras and how the settings affect the quality. My color grading is not good either lol. Do you have any advice? Thanks

[@-tr0n]

@@nicswensgard The Loam Ranger has some very good videos on learning colour grading.

[@jackdehosson]

Really, REALLY good video! An easy to watch yet perfectly informative review😃

[@OxaudioPhilly]

Subbed! Where was this at and also would You recommend this camera over a go pro or something else? I live in pa so were we usually ride is a lot of climbing and short downhills. But i just want something that will record for maybe 2 hours if possible.

[@DaleStone]

Trailforks links in the description. And it's hard to recommend a camera to a specific person! Sounds like your 2 hour requirement won't fit with the GO 2.

[@ncadvr]

Outstanding review, thank you.

[@freeridetony]

Hi, very nice video. Can you tell me at 13:21 how to get that view, where should I edit that ? :)

[@DaleStone]

I don't follow, raw footage is through their app and then blurred edges I manually did.

[@densage]

Do you have a picture of how it is mounted? Which mount did you use?

[@DaleStone]

Only photo I have is the opening clip in this video, haha. I used the magnetic action prong mount.

[@Qinhaocheng]

Like in so many other things in the life, it’s hard to decide which to go even if you’ve known all the info you need. Returning my GoPro 8 or not? Hmmmmmm Another interesting thing I just noticed is, sometimes my brain just can’t focus on what you are saying when looking at those cool trail features in the vid. Had to go backwards the vid quite a few times lol.

[@DaleStone]

There are definitely two things going on with video and narration, haha.

[@matthieubrasselet1]

Nice review and also fantastic trail ! Where was this one shoot ?

[@DaleStone]

Mostly on Seymour!

[@BenderRodriguezBender]

My thoughts on the new camera are: Its not woth it. The picture and audio quality isnt really good. Im used to your normal setup und its crystal clear on both sides. Audio and video. This camera has more a feeling of filming with a smartphone. Especially in video quality. This cam might not be bad at all but clearly cant compete with the cam you normally use.

[@LaT1NaS0]

Decided to pick one of these up (even though the go 3 literally just came out) to experiment with on Instagram, if you remember did you leave horizontal lock on or off for these videos when using flowstate stabalization? Ive found it looks a little more natural when turning it off.

[@DaleStone]

Definitely off!

[@LaT1NaS0]

@@DaleStone Onto the next hurdle......wind noise 😃

[@Qinhaocheng]

Actually just heard about another potential con of this cam is the overheat for long recording. Have you tried recording a long single clip in hotter days?

[@DaleStone]

I have had no issues with overheating with it being -2° to +5°C outside.

[@tjay_mac]

Awesome riding and review! Thanks for sharing! Have you edited and uploaded a footage using your phone or mobile device? Do you have One X2 review as well?

[@DaleStone]

I've never played with the mobile app for actual production work. No X2, but I am keen to try one.

[@eamotri1205]

Awesome video. You only need the magnet clip for this video?

[@DaleStone]

Prong mount!

[@MrDsrr47]

I really like how the vertical video shows steepness, holy moly at 13:30

[@freeridetony]

How to do this vertical video on the both side with the same 'fogy view' ?

[@DaleStone]

That's done in post, manually. Don't think there's a way to automate it.

[@freeridetony]

@@DaleStoneYou mean ,when I edit vertical video on Shotcut for example and upload in youtube ,it will makde it automaticaly? Thats for the answer mate👋🏼

[@DaleStone]

Don't think so, I manually created them in Resolve.

[@Sheycara]

the only 2 problems for me with this camera is that the stabilization gives me motion sickness, and I feel like the FOV is too small

[@DaleStone]

Without having measured it, I'd bet the FOV is equal to or wider than the GoPro without media mod. Would be an interesting test actually...

[@wetl3ttuce]

I have been contemplating between the GoPro and this camera. Seeing a third party review is helpful. @Dale what camera do you use for everyday filming?

[@DaleStone]

An interesting list of pros and cons with each, good luck!

[@wetl3ttuce]

@@DaleStone what camera do you use for filming your rides?

[@DaleStone]

8 black

[@Wannaridebikes]

The only thing is your using the chin mount that changes view because you head moves different then the body most people use the magnet to the backing on their jersey. Being it changes the view you are using. You stated smooth rider as well just my opinion. Next time try the chest magnet view and see how it works. Chin mount changes how to state it works.

[@DaleStone]

The pendant magnet documentation is pretty clear about not using it in extreme circumstances like riding. The footage would definitely be a lot shakier and not representative of how I would use it. 🙂

[@Wannaridebikes]

@@DaleStone correct that is why I stated the chin mount changes the view. And movement I just stated to say try both mounts

[@DaleStone]

Agreed. The pendant mount is not designed for mountain biking. If I try it, I may not return to the car with a camera!

[@Wannaridebikes]

@@DaleStone I’ve seen mtb riders using that magnet mount. Plus bmx people.

[@DaleStone]

As have I, though I am personally not comfortable with the idea of possibly losing the camera haha. Since I would never use it this way, it seems fair not to test it this way.

[@danny4541]

Don't get me wrong I appreciate the effort you put in here but I don't think just showing a regular ride and doing a voice over makes a "review". What about showing other resolutions / aspect ratios? Attaching possibilities? Just trying to answer the question what this cam can do.

[@DaleStone]

Fair points. My goal here was to show off exactly what this camera is capable of and what makes it stand out. I feel it's more useful for the viewer to make an informed opinion based on concrete footage examples than blindly trust what I have to say.

[@oliverdowd1996]

13:38 looks like it takes a lot of guts. It really is impressive how far tech has come since the original generation go pros and their 15 minutes of battery life

[@DaleStone]

Seriously. Always blows my mind to see how far we've come in such a short time!

[@vwmk5gtiblk]

Linear is so good. Would love to see more trails filmed in that. It's like anti gopro affect. Sick vid Dale🤙

[@mahennaiker5072]

Wow impressive Hows the battery life when will it be for sale

[@DaleStone]

I've gotten 15-20 min per charge, but it's designed to be charged between laps in the charge case (for 1 hour+ of life). Already for sale!

[@suisinghoraceho2403]

@@DaleStone do you feel the battery life to be sufficient for your purpose?

[@DaleStone]

I've yet to run out on 1300m+ rides with diligent charging and usage.

[@nejcpetric2732]

Hello. Is you derailleur so quiet in any gear or you are riding in specific gear so the derailleur is quiet. Mine is loud in some gears and in some is guiet but i dont know if thats gear or derailleur problem. I have shimano xt 12 speed

[@DaleStone]

Depends on the day, try tightening and regreasing your clutch.

[@SirCrashaLot]

even H8 with RS GO crushes GO2, but: I do not need to let it process for hours. I actually can do edit in 10 minutes or so even on my mobile, which is a bit crazy. H8 on helmet is no go because its quite a bit of weight. GO2 on helmet is no issue actually I cannot notice it. I have it set to 1m so I can capture clips I trigger and then stitch them. The biggest gripe I have is : profiles, I would love to keep some profiles like on gopro to use with different ND filters and conditions on GO2. I will still use it for MTB and FPV racing, weights nothing and does decent job, anyway :)

[@DaleStone]

Profiles would be super nice, or even just default settings when you load up the program.

[@mrpercussive]

been seriously thinking of one of these for POV as chest cameras suck and would be nice not to have to wear a full face all the time to mount a heavy gopro... thanks for the video!

[@DaleStone]

I suspect the tiny form factor of the GO 2 makes it quite good as an under-visor half shell camera. Haven't tried that myself but worth considering.

[@User258-f1f]

How long does the battery last? And how much can it record?

[@Bvoswag]

Hi Dale, how did you get this angle, which chest mount did you use?

[@DaleStone]

Chin mount, shown in the intro

[@lynxg4641]

Good review Dale, think you got across all the points well and showed good examples of the settings of the camera and discussed the positive and negatives well. Have one serious question for you though on resolution ...... Are that many people watching higher than 1440p according to your dashboard? I'd be very curious to hear what percentage are rocking those monitors vs those with 1080P & 1440P. I know my 1080p monitor is about 10 years old and nothing fancy, but I think it's good enough to watch YT content on, especially action footage, but maybe my ignorance is bliss, since I only have experience with 1080p and 1440p or higher would be a revelation :-\

[@DaleStone]

Good question, that's not a metric I can see. I only got a 1440p monitor as a Christmas gift to myself last year haha. Anecdotally, ~40% of my views come from mobile devices which usually aren't that high resolution.

[@lynxg4641]

Thought YT logged ands shared those sort of metrics with creators so they could better understand their audiences and their viewing habits/preferences. Don't feel so bad now about my old 1080p monitor, although it's definitely on it's way out with the top 1/6th having some funky lines on it. Hoping to maybe get a nice 1440p IPS panel in the near future.

[@PinkmasterXP]

How do you fix the windnoise, thats a big problem by my cam.

[@DaleStone]

Good luck!

[@znaykashuffler]

Hey where do you mount the camera? Visor or chest?

[@DaleStone]

It's literally shown within the first 16 seconds. 🥲

[@robertoviniciusdasilva2018]

how long does the battery last ? is it possible to charge the battery while using it ?

[@DaleStone]

Depends on the use case, and don't believe so, at least not easily!

[@rattusrodney]

why doesn't anyone shoot in 50fps? whats the downside?? isn't it smoother footage? thanks

[@DaleStone]

Downside is that it looks slower. 🙂

[@energ8t]

Nice camera, but sicker trail🤟🏼

[@ivanobovolenta4528]

nice trail

[@ZestyLife]

Sweet!

[@symz4665]

You get a like for trail dog.

[@DaleStone]

🐶♥️

[@mtbville]

🔥🔥🔥

[@casestudymtb]

Not bad I guess if you like clear, concise and fair reviews. 🧠📈

[@sablebc]

Dankpods 3:25

[@cdc-covid-1929]

👍👍👍

[@janeblogs324]

Linear definitely makes all the trees bananas. Thumbs down