Photography from a bicycle or motorcycle
Jan 18, 2021 09:00:50 #
What is so hard about understanding he inferred stopping? Why would you pull off the road if you were still going to be riding or driving?
Jan 18, 2021 09:02:26 #
BikingKen
Loc: Falls Church, VA
I do the majority of my photography from my bicycle. I have attached a waste basket on one side for the camera backpack and a stove pipe on the other for the tripod. I ride recumbent so wearing a backpack is out. I frequently ride between 25 and 40 miles when I am photographing.
Jan 18, 2021 09:18:53 #
Morning Star wrote:
So I went back to the original question: br br &q... (show quote)
OP did not say while sitting on a MOVING bicycle, etc. probably you should read a little closer so you don’t see words that aren’t there.
Jan 18, 2021 09:21:49 #
For 20 years, I had no car, but did a lot of travel photography, carrying my Nikon FM/FE & lenses in my Suzuki 450 tank bag. I slung the FM on a cross-body strap with a 50mm f2 "H" lens, (no lens cap!), so I could stop and shoot in a hurry if I had to. Once I did shoot while riding through the Badlands of South Dakota. I put a 180 degree fisheye attachment on the front of the lens, wrapped the strap around my neck, pulled the timer lever and motored out; both hands on the bars. The lens jutting from under my chin took an awesome photo 10 seconds later, (though I didn't know it until a month later when I got the slides back!)
Jan 18, 2021 09:29:26 #
How about a helmet cam - like a GoPro?You can't take a decent picture while you're riding, and if you can't stop, there goes the picture. I have the same problem in the car: nice scene but no where to stop on a twisty two-lane road. That's why we have memories.
Jan 18, 2021 09:34:48 #
I purchased a small bag that attaches to both my road and hybrid bikes. It uses Velcro strips and is secured to the handlebars and the stem (not head tube). The bag is the perfect size for a point & shoot or small bridge. Traffic allowing, if I see something of interest, I simply pull off on the shoulder and take shots, being ever mindful of traffic. If I ride off and forget a camera, I use my phone. Be always aware of the traffic and take no risks. The other challenge is sometimes finding a spot for the bike where I don’t pick up a “goat head” or other deflating something. Be safe.
Jan 18, 2021 10:15:15 #
whatdat wrote:
OP did not say while sitting on a MOVING bicycle, etc. probably you should read a little closer so you don’t see words that aren’t there.
It's all in this sentence: " Has any tried photography from a bicycle, motorbike or Vespa motor-scooter?"
Certainly, it doesn't say whether the rider has stopped or is still moving, or whether he/she is still sitting on that bike or scooter, but in the context, the word "from" implies that he/she is still on that bike or scooter and possibly still moving.
Besides readers paying close attention to the text, in many cases writers (including me!!) should pay closer attention to the way things are worded.
Jan 18, 2021 10:21:16 #
DanCSF
Loc: SA Bay Area CA
Seems to me common sense would prevail here....why not keep it simple put your camera in a saddle bag, bike pack...etc.. stop, pull over take out the camera take a picture...simple eh....on the other hand if you want to shoot while actually riding ...just buy a go pro stick on on your helmet and take a pic...KISS is always an answer....eh...or if you want a high tech answer go find a Google Glass LOL...
Jan 18, 2021 10:23:50 #
Archboo3
Loc: Central Florida
I always wear my camera backpack with biking, so that I can stop and take a picture I find interest along the way. Having said that I do have a handle bar attachment for my Go Pro. I have just purchased the Hero 9 and you can voice control this one, by just telling it to take a picture. That might be the answer for you.
Jan 18, 2021 10:43:18 #
DanCSF
Loc: SA Bay Area CA
Archboo3 wrote:
I always wear my camera backpack with biking, so that I can stop and take a picture I find interest along the way. Having said that I do have a handle bar attachment for my Go Pro. I have just purchased the Hero 9 and you can voice control this one, by just telling it to take a picture. That might be the answer for you.
Hey ArchBoo3,
Can I assume that your camera backpack is on the smaller side? I use a rear bike pack, it holds my 7DM3 and a
100-400. It a a great combo when riding the wildlife refuges here in the Sf Bay Area.
Jan 18, 2021 10:52:04 #
Morning Star wrote:
It's all in this sentence: " Has any tried ph... (show quote)
The OP wrote:
"I wished I was in a motorbike and could pull off onto whatever meager strip of shoulder the road might offer me."
If that isn't quite clear, there's no hope!!!
Loren - in Beautiful Baguio City
Jan 18, 2021 11:03:53 #
I was on a group ride with about a dozen
motorcycling friends we all pulled over here...
I shot the below with my phone:
Being able to stop on narrower shoulders with a motorcycle
has turned me into a bit of a magpie too.
I've stopped to collect tools, hats,
and a number of very heavy duty and long polyester
tie down straps that have been dropped on the road over the years.
The latest is a virtually brand new Adidas peaked cap
about 3 weeks ago within 5km of home... You beauty!!!
The tricky part is running out onto the road/highway to grab the booty
Not an occupation for the flat footed.
Eildon, Victoria, Australia
motorcycling friends we all pulled over here...
I shot the below with my phone:
Being able to stop on narrower shoulders with a motorcycle
has turned me into a bit of a magpie too.
I've stopped to collect tools, hats,
and a number of very heavy duty and long polyester
tie down straps that have been dropped on the road over the years.
The latest is a virtually brand new Adidas peaked cap
about 3 weeks ago within 5km of home... You beauty!!!
The tricky part is running out onto the road/highway to grab the booty
Not an occupation for the flat footed.
Eildon, Victoria, Australia
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Not my photo, but the hat is identical... and looks just like the picture after it went through the washing machine. Retails at Myers for $30
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Jan 18, 2021 11:07:46 #
We’ve toured extensively on motorcycles and we avoided stopping on the side of the road as much as possible, especially where there was little to no shoulder. Not safe for motorcycles. I always carried a compact point and shoot camera with me on the bike.
Jan 18, 2021 11:09:56 #
Someone mentioned a helmet camera, like a GoPro. Another option would be these dash cams, I believe they loop for so long. If something good comes along, you could pull over later and save the pic you wanted. Both are wide angle so you would likely get pics you wanted even if power quality than many would want. Better some photo than none of you smashed against a wall, etc. Another option, but complicated, unless someone has already done it, is a voice activated Raspberry Pi camera system.
Jan 18, 2021 11:32:00 #
Yes I opens up many more options and opportunities for photography from a bike You will need some method to keep the camera from flopping around. My wife uses a very sturdy front basket. I use a backpack that is fairly quick access. The are chest carry options that probably are the fastest method to get your camera ready. If not using long lenses for wildlife etc and using only one lens to travel you might get by with just a strap. I do this with my canon M5 and the tiny 15-45 kit lens.
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