Cycling with the Insta360 ONE X2

I bought an Insta360 ONE X2 and tried a bunch of different camera angles on my bike.
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00:00 Intro
00:49 How it works
02:02 List of camera angles tested
02:30 Camera Angle 1
03:19 Camera Angle 2
03:57 Camera Angle 3
04:33 Camera Angle 4
05:15 Camera Angle 5
05:41 Camera Angle 6
06:34 First impressions
08:00 Things I like about the camera
09:25 How to get good footage
11:35 Mobile app vs desktop app
12:57 Final thoughts
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[@sebastianreiprich3747]

It’s a little bit funny. Actually I am not interested in cycling at all, but I like you and your entertaining way to explain things. So I’m watching videos about cycling now 😅

[@MitchBoyer]

Thanks for sticking around 🤘

[@sebastianreiprich3747]

Thanks for being such a great guy! You really helped me a lot by sharing your knowledge. And even though I’m not that much into cycling videos like this one are quite interesting for me as well.

[@TheUnholyPosole]

This is great, I don't have friends either! Great solution.

[@MitchBoyer]

😅 Cheers!

[@funkygoobermelon]

I’ve seen tons of One X2 reviews, but this is the first where a reviewer shared something their proud of unrelated to film and I love it, keep it up!

[@MitchBoyer]

Thanks!

[@Lutzboater]

Your video is one of the best I have seen about using the One X2. I'm an older guy and enjoy my riding and enjoy the options this camera offers. I'm not a video nerd but do have fun using the X2. Thanks for this excellent tips.

[@hodophileanil]

This is the content I was looking for🥰. Thank you so much for amazing video with great explanation!

[@johnkramarz6906]

That "need a friend" joke at 2 minutes with the B/W fade! LOL I think you just sold me! I'm also a cyclist in the Print Industry, field service in PrePress, so I started with Drum Scanners, now Platesetters...so much change. This technology is AMAZING!

[@steves6557]

Enjoyed the comparison views with 5 different mount locations. 😊 Found the Taisioner Super Clamp on one of your other videos, thanks!

[@AnthonyQuintano]

I REALLY appreciate this breakdown of the multiple camera angle options and the guidance for a bike ride. I purchased two of these to put on bikers for the Five Boro Bike Tour in NYC this weekend and this saved me. Much appreciated. Liked and subbed.

[@breakmywalletmotorsport]

Thanks! I learned a lot about cameras. The detailed explanation was great. Keep it going.

[@runonair4712]

The video quality at the highest level is awesome even when zooming to a certain extent...Play around with the settings it gets better..Great review👍🏾👍🏾

[@backroad_rr]

Do you edit on the phone or with the Desktop App and what export settings do you use? Thanks in advance for sharing ;)

[@exmrsnowwomanscorned8369]

Ff

[@jag1870]

Nice breakdown. Glad Im not the only one who isn't crazy about the image quality.

[@Blukach]

Amazing video, dude) you answer almost all my questions about this camera in 1 video)

[@SEMBANGBASIKALISFREE]

I just bought insta360 a minutes ago, your video is the first one I watched. Thanks!

[@AmorsAverageAdventures]

I just got my Insta360 ONE X2 in the mail yesterday and today was my first time trying it out while on a bike ride. I LOVE IT! Your video explained things really well and gave me the tips I was looking for. I also have a few GoPros as well that I don't think I'll be able to part with either 😅 Thanks for the helpful video!

[@kee7678]

just got mine today!

[@kelvineldridge]

It was good to see you thought the video was bumpy too. Enjoyed the review. Thanks for sharing.

[@Baz520]

Although this video was taken 2 years ago, I still found it very helpful. You saved me a lot of time experimenting with camera angle 👍

[@shadesoflifecareltd0415]

Thanks for awesome explanation Mitch. Just what I was looking for as other reviews didn't show me how to mount the camera for different angles. I was trying to decide between the One R and this one. Sure you've got the saddle bag by now. Cheers.

[@lucaszeta]

Thank you for the translation for the non-nerds, really helped me decide if the camera is aligned with my intended purposes

[@deanontheinterwebs]

I saw an awesome Stealth ebike video a couple of days ago, done very well, and wondered how they did it ... thinking it would be something like this -- then this vid popped up in my newsfeed just now -- the perfect reveal! Thanks!

[@clarsen1010]

fr just binged your channel, you deserve WAY more subs. Keep up the great work.

[@MitchBoyer]

Thanks dude, appreciate it!

[@jimeagan]

Really good video. I'm a cyclist and just purchased this thing. Your video saved me hours of experimentation and it's sincerely appreciated. Thank you.

[@IndonesianVlogger]

nice review bro. I just bought this online. can't wait to explore the possibilities when its arrived. Greeting from Indonesia.

[@AmirMaherGlobal]

Thank you for creating a video that answered all of my questions 👌🏻🍻

[@MitchBoyer]

Glad to help!

[@baddinosaur1548]

Great video with good information love the dog photo. Many thanks.

[@alvinkwek12]

I was torn between Go2 and One X2. After watching your video, I think I have made up my mine.. Great job!

[@captainsolon]

I had the same issues with the front mount slipping but I started using the Small Rig and it’s been great! Easy to take on and off and you can easily transfer it to different parts of your bike to mount for a lot of those angles you were talking about!

[@MitchBoyer]

Oh, I'll check it out, thanks!

[@exmrsnowwomanscorned8369]

Wow thanks for the tip!

[@jralicea6299]

Great info Mitch, well done! I've always had a GP, current model GP7 and have been considering the Insta360 camera. I look at the latest version, but decided if I already have my GP then why not just focus on the Insta360 One X2. I would use the camera mostly when cycling but the possibilities the camera provides beyond my GP7 would be great to have.

hello, thank you for the nice video. Where can I find the attachment that you attach the selfie stick to your bike? Do you have the full name or link?

[@MitchBoyer]

here ya go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mouuZ55jg9V3gJY

[@TheBlindCyclist]

@@MitchBoyer I'm about to find out how much worse the bounce is by trying this with the Insta360 One R 🤣🤦‍♂

[@PatrickDelorenzi]

Nice video! I was about to pull the trigger and get the One x2 for cycling etc, and will definetly get it after watching this!

[@dizzamn213]

New to your channel and loved the video! In addition to the Insta360 content it was fun to see my hood! I live in Silver Lake, am a road cyclist and have the Insta360. Liked and subscribed. 👍🏼

[@dinot2321]

This was a great video, Mitch!

[@MitchBoyer]

Thanks dude!

[@derrickmickle5491]

Great review, super helpful.

[@KentuckyCycling]

Very thorough and informative review from a cyclist's perspective. Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!

[@MitchBoyer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wanderingronin305]

Great video man

[@rubenvor]

Thanks for the review. I'm about to get one of those in the mail, and this review was very helpful. I'll stay away from the phone app. And I guess I'll have to find a fix for the bouncing, as I'll be using it for mountain biking.

[@mypointofblue5260]

Thanks for sharing! I'm thinking of getting one myself.

[@dannavigatescomplexworld]

To carry tools and such, I use a small Pelican case (5x9x7-in. ?) mounted to my front rack. I can lock it and feel reasonably sure my tools aren't going to walk off while I go into the grocery store. Thanks for the great video!

[@pete1927]

Giggled at the friends comment, great video pal really makes me want to give it a go.

[@cyan_gala]

i love you videos mitch! im a new subscriber from philippines, a cyclist as a hobby lol, and a newbhie cyclist vlogger, i learned a lot about your videos and planning to buy x3 to upgrade my recording, thanks a bunch! Ride safe always man!

[@MitchBoyer]

Thanks dude! Appreciate you 🙌

[@potpotadventure]

thanks for the nice review

[@liquidlimbs]

Many useful info... thanks!

[@valerieen]

This was such a great video, im team go pro but you already knew that 😜

[@benjillaliyounes7717]

think u very much for this video u answer alot of my questions

[@georgesuac]

Awesome shots! Now I want to go for a ride!

[@MitchBoyer]

Go for it! 🎉

[@eddieonthegotravel]

I bought mine early in the year before I left for 6 weeks in Panamá. I did a minimal amount of testing before I left mid February. I recorded on bike rides in Bocas del Toro (in Bocastown the roads make the streets of LA feel like a well-maintained speedway by comparison) and on an e bike tour of the Boquete highlands. On the island I used my GoPro handlebar mount; in Boquete I used a crappy handheld telescoping selfie stick, which at times led to hideous stitching errors. Only about a week ago did I discover the desktop app and start using it on my laptop. Thanks for this video. I’m playing catch-up learning about the One X2 in between trips since the Hero 10 is my go-to. It should be interesting using it in Lisbon.

[@MitchBoyer]

Wow I’m jealous of all your adventures! Excited to see how it works for you in Lisbon!

[@withdennys]

Thank you for the video, pretty explanation

[@scoro3]

Thumbs up on the video. I love me some bikes and action cameras (own a GoPro Max). You got a new subscriber.

[@FelipeRoehe]

Parabéns pela iniciativa de compartilhar conhecimentos e experiências aqui 👏 abraços do Brasil. 🇧🇷👋

[@rider_insta360]

Da uma olhadinha no meu canal que dou uma dicas sobre a câmera tb. Tmj

[@andrewgavin...]

Man I have been shooting our bike rides road, tandem, gravel for the last 2 years with a oneR. From what I saw from this video I think you can get alot better final product once you get more familiar with the editing and reframing your shots. The app is way better than the desk top in my opinion. It has more features to edit and its much faster. the oneR and oneX2 use hte same app so don't give up. you'll end up with some killer stuff.

[@oali94]

awesome review thanks

[@francoisluneau]

I carry my camera gear + drone in a backpack. Too many things to fit in my pockets. As for the 360° camera, I’ve relegated it to short action or transition shots. I found the weak resolution doesn’t show as much it you do things like dolly zooms, fast movements or panning. I usually keep the footage out of it full of movement and short.That way, the shortcomings aren’t so noticeable and I get a lot of flexibility.

[@aledianin]

Nice review!!!

[@Mevi]

Thanks for the tips. Liking the ball arm mount I'm seeing on this and other videos. Time to spend money. 🤕 I'm a novice cyclist and in June cycled 200+ miles over 3 days. I only bought the X2 for this trip as I don't trust my GoPros. I had the camera out front the entire ride... 9 SD cards of footage! Nearly finished the edit for that. 🤭 First mount was bolted on the forks using the mudguard hole, selfie stick up and out in front of my face. A great angle, natural looking footage with the stitch line not at all visible but the wobbles destroyed the bolt before the end of day 1. A second magic arm would fix that if you don't mind it being in shot. Second mount was on a smallrig mini clamp on the handlebar stem with a male to male 1/4" adapter into the bottom of the selfie stick. Minimal wobbles, 100% solid and the view followed where I steered. Not a flattering angle, all knees with a tiny body.

[@MitchBoyer]

The ball mount is super handy, but i worry its part of the wobbles my footage gets ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ I may try to double up on magic arms like you mentioned. Hopefully that'll steady the footage a bit!

[@kee7678]

Anyplace I can find your footage??

[@levipace1035]

Super cool video!

[@iammcqwory]

Amazing Insights

[@Ulrich.Bierwisch]

I got the camera two weeks ago and I use a Sony X3000 for a number of years. Re-framing in post is great. I also have experimented with a number of angles. I use a handlebar bag from Ortlieb: Ultimate Six Plus 8.5 L Handlebar Bag. The largest Version is only available in black. There is a camera insert available for this. It's waterproof and it acts as shoulder-bag for the camera when I do backpacking for a couple of weeks. Usually, I have a GH5, two or three lenses and the action cam in the bag.

[@MitchBoyer]

Sounds like a great bag!

[@Ulrich.Bierwisch]

@@MitchBoyer Ortlieb is expensive but it is kind of the gold standard for bike-packing equipment in Germany. Bike-vacation is a pretty German thing, everything from a week at a river (Rhine, Danube, Elbe) up to longer trips criss-cross Europe is very common. In 2016 they counted 680.000 bike travelers at the Danube river bike way (D6) between Passau and Vienna. Gets a bit crowded there.

[@TheSnowwraith]

I have my X2 mounted to the back of my cycle helmet arched over so it looks a bit like a scorpions tail. It puts the centre of gravity almost over my head so it doesn't make the helmet slip backwards. By being on the helmet it takes a lot of vibration out of the video and I get quite nice footage.

[@AleM2287]

I wanted a 360° video... good review

[@bhatParvaiz2391]

Impressed love u ...& Got one more subscriber

[@narakdk]

Thanks for finally explain it to me. Do you soon see an option for bike apps to use this technology to make better/higher up recorded videos for example FulGaz so its possible to see the view instead of just the top of the road fences? I saw some 360 in Rouvy last year but it felt like not ready yet.

[@bikenbeers]

Nice video, thanks. I use a top tube bag as well as my back pockets. Makes it easier to access bits and pieces on the go. I also have my Go Pro mounted on the stem for a forward shot with the handlebars in view. The Go pro mount can actually turn 360 so I can get side shots and even shots back at the rider. For long rides, I carry a power pack in the top tube bag with a cable going to my Go Pro so the battery doesn't run flat. Worked on a recent 120km Gran Fondo ride with no problems.

[@mixflip]

What brand clamp did you use to mount the pole to the bike?

[@MitchBoyer]

here ya go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mouuZ55jg9V3gJY

[@mixflip]

@@MitchBoyer thanks

[@fishycomics]

First excellent Job. thank you for taking the time to give us excellent tips and how it really works in the field that is much appreciated, gopro is a killer in the hand but once we add t oteh bike there is a lot more then just setting up, and that takes a lot of time to find the best shots if asked. thanks again FISH

[@switch2324]

I would love to try this but fixing a longer selfie stick in two points on the bike frame to reduce the wobble and cantilever effect. I think the GP max has higher res but is more expensive. Our roads in the UK are pretty bad as well.

[@verdi6092]

U need a second holde like a camera articulating arm to hold the stick. Did this with mtb in the woods and its stable

[@Cheekeong2483]

Thanks for sharing bro.

[@NicksStuff]

10:18 You can if you do picture in picture. Like zoom-in on your hand changing bracket or something and put that in a corner

[@levipace1035]

Holy cow! Passing a car is trippy!

[@MitchBoyer]

The distortion is crazy!

[@japanexplore4k244]

Very good explanation..

[@Ataraxist]

Thx for the video review. May I know what's the clamp used? I suppose a good and sturdy one matters to avoid dropping the cam.

[@MitchBoyer]

Hi! I have a video up now with the details on the clamp and selfie stick I used (in the shorts section of my channel)

[@PunjabiCyclist]

Thanks Mitch very useful as I am considering purchasing one soon as I am a cyclist and I need those angles of me pedalling showing the entire bike, however I have tri bars so will have to play around with the angles. My main worry is with the selfie stick hanging out the footage needs to be on quiet roads with less cars otherwise the stick will hit them and there goes the camera, resulting in a replacement!!

[@MitchBoyer]

Definitely a valid concern You have to be carful with those side angles. I wouldn't recommend using it on a busy street. But definitely great for that kind of shot if you're trying to get an image of the entire bike.

[@rider_insta360]

Nice job!

[@andreaskarz]

But you know, that the color from the GoPro is hard pushed from the Software. That you can also use on the Insta with the VividColor Setting. or in the PostProcessing with a good LUT. And for the stitching "error" - imagine the Insta360 is a huge fan on the sides, this helps visualize the stitching line. Then you just have to turn the camera so that the "rotor blades" do not cross the important points and good.

[@MitchBoyer]

That’s really good advice for avoiding stitching errors 🙏

[@centermass1976]

Great video Mitch. Can you pass on a link for the bar/handlebar mount you used?? Thanks!!

[@MitchBoyer]

Thanks! I think theres a link in the description of this video (the name of the mount is in thad video for sure) : kzbin.infodZK6k-NpDJ4

[@Rishi_Ghimire]

Nice review and details 👍

[@MitchBoyer]

Thanks Rishi!

[@freeadrian1144]

The desktop calibrate function can help with stitching errors.

[@jameswestgate4896]

Super interesting video

[@tejasarya88]

Hi....thanks for amazing tips on camera angles 👍....can you please share details of mount you have used throughout the video

[@MitchBoyer]

Here’s a short video with all the details kzbin.infodZK6k-NpDJ4?feature=share

[@TellaTrix]

Really informative content for bikers.

[@choya7x]

Nice bike u got there dude....I have the same model of camera too...I just wanna ask you the type of clamp that u used when shooting from the front angle...tq

[@istBauer]

Nice Video .Thanks !

[@hijambitaleima7596]

I like your 360 camera

[@davidjohn9006]

Great demo, info 👍🏼 one Question … what is the coupling or mount you are using to attach stick to bike? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@MitchBoyer]

Just dropped it in the bio. Thanks for watching!

[@khoinguyen7647]

Just pulled the trigger on this camera... hope it works out! Thanks for making the video and giving tips! I use the Banjo Bros. Saddle bag ...it’s water proof and has lots of room ... solid bag.

[@kee7678]

HOw do you like yours..just got mine today..X2 that is...

[@khoinguyen7647]

@@kee7678 I love it! I don’t use it as much as I’d like because honestly filming my rides is the last thing I think about while training. But the moments I do think about it and happen to have all the things to attach it to my body or bike it’s fun making clips with! I will say the editing on the phone app is kinda cumbersome and getting frame rates bit rates to work with the storage space while trying to keep a decent quality is a little challenging just because I’m limited in way of storage and I live in the wilderness so power is also limited. But overall it’s a great cam so far!

[@khoinguyen7647]

@@kee7678 I love it! I don’t use it as much as I’d like because honestly filming my rides is the last thing I think about while training. But the moments I do think about it and happen to have all the things to attach it to my body or bike it’s fun making clips with! I will say the editing on the phone app is kinda cumbersome and getting frame rates bit rates to work with the storage space while trying to keep a decent quality is a little challenging just because I’m limited in way of storage and I live in the wilderness so power is also limited. But overall it’s a great cam so far!

[@kee7678]

@@khoinguyen7647 excellent...thanks

[@TexasNightRider]

I use the Cycliq front and rear cameras on my bike and they work fine but like all cameras they have their downsides. After seeing this excellent video I think the Insta360 ONE X2 would be a valuable addition to have on my rides. I have to overcome two obstacles: 1- I will just have to determine the best way to mount it in the event of a crash which I average about one per year. 2 - Convince my wife to let me make the purchase.

[@MitchBoyer]

Those are two big obstacles, especially number two 😂 good luck!

[@Sparxdd]

I use an Osprey Duro 1.5 for storage on long rides. all the pockets are handy, i have water available and it's comfortable to wear.

[@MitchBoyer]

I'll check it out!

[@jabalimar]

Than you for your video, what mount you use or accesories for the bottom of your hanndlebar? I see that you have another thing that is not the clamp

[@MitchBoyer]

It’s the built in mount that comes with the 2020 Giant Revolt. Insta360 has a new mount called the “Third-Person Bike Handlebar Mount” which functions similarly!

[@ChrisCoxCycling]

What clamp do you use for your bike? I got the standard post mount from Insta360, which is kinda wobbly. I also have a K-edge mount thingy on the front which lets me put the garmin on top and camera underneath. I've got the Unicorn mount that I attach to that which sticks up at the front, but it's wobbly too. I'm thinking a more sturdy selfie stick + solid clamp will do a better job of keeping things stable. So yeah, curious what you used in this video and what you're using now?

[@MitchBoyer]

I use the taisioner clamp and selfie stick (more details in this Short kzbin.infodZK6k-NpDJ4). I also have a unicorn mount and k-edge mount on my new bike. Long story short, I haven't found a good way to completely get rid of the wobbles, so I just select the best-looking footage for the edit. I wish there were a better solution. Lemme know if you find one!

[@anything7087]

You are only who talk about bad sides of one x2 thanks bro for the true

[@MitchBoyer]

Thanks, gotta keep it real!

[@JIHADHOSSAINVLOGS]

Amazing 🥰

[@radiomalarkey1584]

Cracking video matey. As a total newbie, I'd like to film some of my south London cycles but the roads are cramped so no way I could use a selfie stick as I'd batter every car lol. Have no idea what to use as the roads are bumpy too.

[@MitchBoyer]

Good luck!

[@photographer8486]

If I buy the extended stick will I have the need to buy smaller one too? Can we use the extended selfie stick for the same cycle/bike shots? Or only smaller one is recommended?

[@aldojonathan4367]

Thanks for the video.. just a little question, how do you mount that stick to your bike??

[@MitchBoyer]

here ya go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mouuZ55jg9V3gJY

[@aceparedes2867]

What kind of bike mount did you use for the Back of the wheel angle?

[@ednaagoo9493]

Thanks for the different angles, enjoyed it! I am also interested to know where did you get those front and rear mounts? I dont think those come from the bike bundle?

[@MitchBoyer]

Thanks for watching! They're in the motorcycle mount kit from Insta360.

[@kepahe]

Hi. Thanks for the video review. -Can you recommend some Good lent protectors? Thanks

[@MitchBoyer]

I did a little research and it looked like the lens protectors created additional stitching errors. I chose not to use them because of it.

[@aviluca]

Nice video... i have mount the Insta on the MTB with asta... is really fantastic... 😅👍🏼

[@FPChris]

What if directly mounted to the center of the handle bar with no stick?

[@KaioshinAemi]

I need a good mount on my bike. I used clamps but wasn’t good enough. It moves while I’m riding my bike. I need a clamp that can do great job. Any recommendations?

[@MitchBoyer]

I have the same problem 😢 I have a clamp I bought off amazon, but it wobbles a lot on my rides too. If I find a good one, I'll make video about it ✌️

[@kevinma7525]

What is your bike mount? Do you have any recommendation?

[@TravelManya]

Great Video Mitch. did you check the X3? did you check the latest insta360 app? now you can export at 4k 60fps from the app.