Video Blogging

[liambauckham]

Hi Guys, something i've been thinking about lately is to create a video blog of my cycling journey. I'm not new to cycling and keep myself reasonably fit (can run a 10k in 54mins) My current average speed is approx 11mph and I currently have a few set routes in the bristol area.

I'm always looking for new challenges, last week I cycled from north bristol to yeovil (my old hometown) I love to explore new routes and try new things. This week I have found out I am going to be loaned a road bike for a few months to get a feel for it (ive never ridden one in my life) hopefully should get my average speed up.

If i do start this channel would it be something i could share here to get feedback and advice on?

 

[Garry A]

Yes, why not.
We love all things cycling. (Inc clipless falls remember to vid them )

 

[liambauckham]

yeah thats inevitable!

 

[ianrauk]

Isn't that what You Tube was invented for..... cycle cammers

 

[fossyant]

Film interesting stuff and not naughty drivers.

 

[liambauckham]

ha yeah it would be about my journey and progression, exploring routes, nutrition, training etc and not about whether the guy in the VW overtook me with a 97cm gap as opposed to the 100cm gap as stated in the highway code section 2 subsection 3c

 

[liambauckham]

recorded my first journey this week. will be putting the channel together soon. Have been thinking of calling it "Liam Rides" but that may sound like a Grindr account........ what do you lot reckon?

 

[EltonFrog]

Baukham Biking?

 

[downfader]

Vlogs need a good camera and mic imo. You can overdub after but its generally easier to do it all-in. If you're planning on chatting as you ride it might present a bit of an issue with windnoise - some of the motorbike vloggers get around this by careful secretion of an external mic in the helmet (oo-er).

Its easier if you're planning to just chat to camera from a location (like Durian Rider sometimes does). I know a couple of peeps who have used cheap DSLRs (eg Nikon D3300 or similar) and plugged in a Rode mic for basic presentations - that should work very well for Vlogging.

 

[liambauckham]

agreed. my plan is to use a go pro on the handle bars and then cut that with an intro/outtro of me on location whilst possibly commenting on highlights of the trip

ive a few cameras at the moment but will probably just use an XF100 to shoot the intro and a hero1 to shoot the bike cam.

 

[jonny jeez]

Isn't that what You Tube was invented for..... cycle cammers

Nah, you're thinking of cats

 

[liambauckham]

Baukham Biking?

i get enough hassle with my surname as it is lol

 

[liambauckham]

Nah, you're thinking of cats

dont forget unboxing videos..... everybody loves a good box

 

[jonny jeez]

agreed. my plan is to use a go pro on the handle bars and then cut that with an intro/outtro of me on location whilst possibly commenting on highlights of the trip

ive a few cameras at the moment but will probably just use an XF100 to shoot the intro and a hero1 to shoot the bike cam.

Its all about personal taste I guess and also what you get put of doing it.

Personally, I dislike vlogs that show footage from the same angle all the time, it becomes really repetitive. The best blog I have seen was from a motorcyclist who rode across Iceland and had multiple view points, including a static cam mounted I the distance...easy when there is no one around to nick the cam

I've done a few myself but never with commentary and always about a specific journey, whilst I enjoy making and watching them, I prefer reading my written blogs of the same experience.

 

[liambauckham]

Yeah ive wanted to do it mainly to document my rides and performance. So I can get advice and watch my progression from beginner to super pro