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Action Hat GoPro mount captured the shark attack and saved my camera a few times

July 17, 2023 By Scott Leave a Comment

I don’t have any kayak photos of me with the GoPro mount since my partners don’t have mounts on their hats!

Been using an Action Hat DIY kit in my favorite fishing hat since 2017 to mount a GoPro Session 5 and ensure the hat would float. The thin foam didn’t make the hat noticiably hotter to wear, and saved my camera when I knocked the hat in the water a couple of times.

The head cam is the only one I use because it’s easier than a camera mounted on the kayak to turn on and off, and I can point it to the action as I turn my head. I usually just turn it on when I get a bite, but I had forgotten to turn it off after landing a roi (peacock grouper) on the Windward side and was so blessed to record the Tiger Shark approaching from the bow of my kayak, almost knocking me over, and then leaving after a kick in the eye. A kayak mounted camera wouldn’t have been able to capture the complete shark encounter.

The very popular DIY kit to mount to any hat was out of stock for quite a while but Action Hat was able to restock its supplies, and sent me a new shipment of kits and hats with the mounts built in. When the limited supply sells out at the low introductory pricing we’re running, I’ll restock.

You can purchase the DIY kit from the Store here.

These are “flat bill” hats in Camo, pre-fitted with the Action Hat GoPro mount. Check ’em out in the Store here.

These are “flat bill” hats in Black, pre-fitted with the Action Hat GoPro mount. Check ’em out in the Store here.

These are “curved bill” hats in Gray, pre-fitted with the Action Hat GoPro mount. Check ’em out in the Store here.

Brought in some incredible products, don’t miss out!

June 21, 2019 By Scott 1 Comment

We are selling 3 products we’ve tested and love.

  • Action Hat DIY kit that allows you to mount a GoPro to your favorite hat
  • Anetik Shade Socks that provide UPF 30+ protection to your legs and wicks sweat away
  • Anetik Shade Mask that provides UPF 30+ protection to your face, neck and shoulder in a contoured, breathable manner

We just bought a few of each to see how they sell. The Anetik shade products are $5 off so grab one before they are gone. And make sure you’re subscribed so you can receive store coupons.

Visit the store now!

2018 Product Endorsements: Gear that passed the test

December 6, 2018 By Scott Leave a Comment

I was able to extensively test a bunch of new products this year. Not all performed well for the long haul. Here’s the ones I fully endorse that passed the test after their initial review.

Rapala Fish and Game Shears – Strong, sharp, effective in opening a fish’s cavity for gutting, snipping off gills, fins, etc.  Comes apart for easy cleaning. Stainless steel blades haven’t corroded after months of use. Currently less than $9 as an add-on on Amazon Prime.

 

Gerber Crucial Multi-Tool – Small enough to fit in my kayak PFD pocket, easy to open serrated blade with one hand.  Stainless steel construction. Needle nose pliers, knife, flat and phillips screw driver. Everything you need, nothing you don’t. Here’s the original review.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Action Hat DIY GoPro mount – This kit with internal foam floation allowed me to mount a GoPro on my favorite hat.  I don’t feel the foam insert when I wear the cap, and the GoPro isn’t as glaringly noticeable as my previous GoPro hat. The hat hasn’t fallen off my head yet, but I’m pretty sure it will float long enough for retrieval since the hat itself floats. $29.99 on livelivegear.com.

Yeti Rambler Camp Mug – While not directly related to fishing, the camp mug can be used to drink something hot while you wait for that ulua to bite.  I’m testing some of the Yeti products that can be taken fishing (soft cooler, etc) and this mug was a sleeper. I really liked how it felt in my hand, and how the double insulated walls and lid kept my coffee hot for a long time.  Here’s the original review.

 

 

Buff® Elite Gloves – Though not specifically made as fishing gloves to paddle with, these gloves have been awesome for kayak fishing.  I’ve machine washed them many times and there’s no signs of wear.  I don’t kayak fish without them. Here’s the original review.

 

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