As the subject says, I'm looking to start datalogging using Harry's Lap Timer during my autox events. I have a GoPro with a zillion mounts so I don't need the iphone for video, just datalogging (will probably use Race Render to combine, DashWare if more options are needed.) My issue is finding a method to mount the iphone where it is stable, has clear view to sky (GPS signal), won't fly off, and preferably somewhere I can access it easily to start/stop logging.

It seems this is a popular combo already (iphone/HLT + GoPro) but I'm not finding any info on where people are mounting their iphone.

- Windshield mount? (too shaky?)
- CD slot mount (does this work?)
- double-sided tape to an old case? (where to stick?)
- something else?

Thanks for the help.

 

I have a suction cup mount to the window. Positioned such that the phone is also resting on the dash. I also put a piece if duct tape on it for extra security. Super secure.

 

Haha! That's what I do too!

 

Sounds like a plan, with the phone vertical (or horizontal perhaps) where are you duct taping? Pics?

 

Mine works fine from the netting in the passenger leg area.

 

a couple of other options:
http://modifry.com/products/mounts/mdb.htm
http://modifry.com/products/mounts/panavise/index.htm

with one of these:
http://modifry.com/products/mounts/mdb_acc.htm

 

Thanks all. Appreciate all of the ideas and options. The passenger netting is something I considered as well (being a fellow cheap ass.) Now that I know it has worked for someone I might start off with that as I figure out one of the other mounts (modifry options look nice.)

 

+1

 

I use this modifry bracket with this iPhone 5 cradle: http://www.amazon.com/cell-phones-ac.../dp/B00AAZ8OS0

I used the exact same setup with a RAM iPhone 4 cradle when I had my iPhone 4. To fit the phone cradle onto the modifry bracket I had to bend the top portion of the modifry bracket flat and drill my own holes, but you don't notice. I think it's a great option for around $24.