http://www.youtube.com/wa…r_embedded&v=Bvqwipo0qUE

Wind at 27 mph with 46 mph gusts! It was WILD & CRAZY Fast!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!





Edited by creative on Nov 12, 2012 - 08:25 PM.

What unit are you using to display your speed? Brand and model more specifically
Thanks

Looks like an iPhone.

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ebaldwin

What unit are you using to display your speed? Brand and model more specifically
Thanks

It's an iPhone app Speed Talker

how did you build and mount the case for the phone?

optikid

how did you build and mount the case for the phone?

Outdoor Products Large Watertight Box (Clear)

You could get a LifeProof case with a GoPro mount for the iPhone and put it about anywhere.

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Quarath

You could get a LifeProof case with a GoPro mount for the iPhone and put it about anywhere.

The iPhone needs to be in a box with a black top to stop the sun glare on the iPhone.

do you have multiple cameras or do you move one around from time to time? Always look forward to seeing your videos. Keep up the good work.

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Do you know if you need internet in order to use the speed application? I have a basic smart phone, downloaded a speed app and I can't get any speed readings. Is it because I need an internet plan or maybe I should try another app?
Nice vid btw!
Edit:
Nvm, I just got one to work!! Thx anyways



Edited by mysteres on Nov 14, 2012 - 10:42 AM.

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presto99

do you have multiple cameras or do you move one around from time to time? Always look forward to seeing your videos. Keep up the good work.

I move one around from time to time. Thanks!



Edited by creative on Nov 14, 2012 - 10:00 AM.

mysteres

Do you know if you need internet in order to use the speed application? I have a basic smart phone, downloaded a speed app and I can't get any speed readings. Is it because I need an internet plan or maybe I should try another app?
Nice vid btw!
Edit:
Nvm, I just got one to work!! Thx anyways Edited by mysteres on Nov 14, 2012 - 10:42 AM.

I think you need an internet plan to use the iPhone app Speed Talker. Thanks!

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I think you need an internet plan to use the iPhone app Speed Talker. Thanks!

Had the same problem for a while with my Android phone and here's how I corrected it. From the home touch screen-menu-settings-location & security-Standalone GPS services-make sure the check is highlighted in the box...you will get a warning that a third party may be able to determine your location but you can always disable it when your not using it. Hope this helps others.

Don't forget to uncheck the "use GPS' box when you are done. Most phones eat batteries with the GPS turned on, my Android will cut the battery life in less than half using GPS.
Also realize that "Max Speed" using a cell phone GPS may be out several MPH. The iteration rate is not as high as dedicated GPS systems,(the higher the rate the greater the battery drain).
We were tucking some short steep runs on the ski hill last year. Some of the guys with "phones" were clocking 90+ kph,(56 mph). That was just not realistic, World Cup downhill racers average around 120-130kph on the faster sections of the course.
If you use a dedicated GPS, there will be a setting to change the iteration rate, the higher you make it the more accurate, at the cost of battery life.

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i have a android and the speed meter i use is speed view and it does not use the internet and is free

creative

optikid

how did you build and mount the case for the phone?

Outdoor Products Large Watertight Box (Clear)

by any chance could you get me a link for were you got the box

optikid

i have a android and the speed meter i use is speed view and it does not use the internet and is free

That is exactly the one I got!

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by any chance could you get me a link for were you got the box

http://www.amazon.com/Out…ight-Clear/dp/B001AZNAWY
You will need to paint some parts of the box black to block out the sun.



Edited by creative on Nov 14, 2012 - 04:11 PM.

is the spot for the phone already there

creative

The iPhone needs to be in a box with a black top to stop the sun glare on the iPhone.

Agreed.
I tried using Motion-X GPS on an iPhone in an offshore race this summer. The last reach was about 20 miles long and I needed an accurate heading to hit the finish line well. With my back to the sun the entire reach I was unable to read the screen well enough in the sunlight, even using the "new high contrast" setting within the app.

Disappointing.

I had to use the compass in my Suunto wrist watch. I would have preferred to get a true heading to waypoint from my GPS, rather than "what direction am I looking" from the compass.

I really like the app.
I really hate that I can't see it on the iPhone in sunlight.

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is the spot for the phone already there

No, you will need to make it with some L shaped plastic.

Outdoor Products Large Watertight Box (Clear)
http://www.amazon.com/Out…ZNAWY?tag=vglnk-c2123-20
You will need to paint some parts of the box black to block out the sun.
iPhone app is (Speed Talker)

avail online for 1/2 that cost - http://www.outdoorpros.com/Prod/Outdoor-Products-171OP-Op-Small-Watertight-Box/35362/Cat/1629

and at walmart for around $10

MN3

avail online for 1/2 that cost - http://www.outdoorpros.com/Prod/Outdoor-Products-171OP-Op-Small-Watertight-Box/35362/Cat/1629

and at walmart for around $10

Great!

creative

http://www.youtube.com/wa…r_embedded&v=Bvqwipo0qUE

Wind at 27 mph with 46 mph gusts! It was WILD & CRAZY Fast!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Edited by creative on Nov 12, 2012 - 08:25 PM.

I would like to see how fast other Hobie Cats can go. My top speed is 16.4 mph on my Hobie Wave. What is your top speed?

nice video and i like the gps gopro box.

i have a nacra 5.8 and in good wind 18-24kts we can get up to 19kts (22mph).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RYrRyRhZCNg&

bernd

Good sail. The best I have recorded on my '84 5.7 (original sails) is 21.3 MPH, but not on sustained runs. I can hold 20.
Drill a couple of 1/8" holes, 180* apart, at the end of your beam. Turn a short SS screw into each one to retain the end cap of the beam. If you don't secure the caps you will eventually lose them, & they are getting scarce.

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vkm

nice video and i like the gps gopro box.

i have a nacra 5.8 and in good wind 18-24kts we can get up to 19kts (22mph).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RYrRyRhZCNg&

bernd

Good video!

vkm

nice video and i like the gps gopro box.

i have a nacra 5.8 and in good wind 18-24kts we can get up to 19kts (22mph).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RYrRyRhZCNg&

bernd

Nice video !

Question, what type of Garmin wrist gps is yours ?
you are showing the boatspeed in Large digits, would love
to have one.
Found one in a camping/survival shop, but it won't display
speed in Large digits, instead it shows elevation, bearing
and speed in small digits.
So pls give me the type-number of this Garmin.

Regards, André



Edited by catmodding on Nov 28, 2012 - 09:59 PM.

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vkm

nice video and i like the gps gopro box.

i have a nacra 5.8 and in good wind 18-24kts we can get up to 19kts (22mph).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RYrRyRhZCNg&

bernd

Nice video !

Question, what type of Garmin wrist gps is yours ?
you are showing the boatspeed in Large digits, would love
to have one.
Found one in a camping/survival shop, but it won't display
speed in Large digits, instead it shows elevation, bearing
and speed in small digits.
So pls give me the type-number of this Garmin.

Regards, AndréEdited by catmodding on Nov 28, 2012 - 09:59 PM.

It looks like a Forerunner 101 or 201

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