Storm Chaser Questions After 20+ Years

With over 20 years of storm chasing under my belt, I answer the six most common questions about being a storm chaser.
How close do you get to tornadoes?
Have you been scared or had a close call?
Do you make money from storm chasing?
How far do you go to chase storms?
Do you chase alone or with somebody?
How do you know when and where to chase?
My tornado playlist • Tornadoes

[@vindictivetiger]

Where did you learn how to record all of the video? And edit it, because you really have a professional eye in your editing style.. Your shot compositions are always spot on. What do you recommend as the best mounts to use for say, digital SLRs, GoPros or iPhones? Thank you so much for doing these videos, and thanks to Mrs. Smith for us being able to indulge in your videos of your chasing endeavors!

[@clarencewlsmith]

Thanks for questions! She’s very supportive of my channel and storm chasing. 1. I’ve been taking videos and photos for about 30 years, so lots of practice taking bad videos and photos. That’s why I don’t post older chase clips. I also watch a lot of movies. But the short answer is a lot of practice. 2. I use the GoPro brand windshield mount for action cameras. I have fashioned a Smallrig tripod head to the center of the dash for my iPhone 12 Pro Max. This year expect to see a lot more mirrorless camera shots on a tripod, outside the vehicle. Also better sound.

[@bevportors422]

Hi Clarence. Just curious do have another occupation other than the storm chasing ,and how does Rochelle feel about your storm chasing

[@clarencewlsmith]

Hello Bev, I work in IT mostly fixing hardware. Richelle is perfectly ok with me chasing. She’ll even push me out the door, if I’m hesitating.

[@retgrady7316]

Just subscribed to give you my support. So far I like your content.

[@clarencewlsmith]

Hey thanks! Appreciate it very much!

[@obsidianwing]

to fix the Swimming Focus set the Cam on a tripod and set to M focus , Image stabilizer and auto focus off. I just noticed the little bluries while you filming. Just a notice.

[@clarencewlsmith]

Yeah, I’m disappointed with the continuous AF. It will be manual for this type of video going forward. Thanks for watching!