New K-Edge Garmin MTB and universal camera mounts

New K-Edge Garmin MTB and universal camera mounts

Solidly built options for front and rear videocamera mounts

K-Edge's new Go Big universal mount is designed to work with any action camera that uses a 1/4-20" threaded mounting hole - the same as what's used on traditional tripods

Courtesy K-Edge

James Huang

Published: October 3, 2013 at 11:37 pm
K-Edge's new Go Big universal mount is designed to work with any action camera that uses a 1/4-20" threaded mounting hole - the same as what's used on traditional tripods Courtesy K-Edge
The new K-Edge Go Big mount is made of sturdy CNC-machined aluminum to provide a stable shooting platform Courtesy K-Edge
K-Edge has also released a new 1/4-20" adapter for use with older GoPro-specific camera mounts Courtesy K-Edge
Rear-facing K-Edge Go Big camera mounts clamp to conventional saddle rails Courtesy K-Edge
The new K-Edge Garmin MTB/stem mount is made of CNC-machined aluminum with a precise-fitting molded Delrin insert just like the company's latest out-front Garmin mounts Courtesy K-Edge
The K-Edge Garmin MTB/stem mount secures underneath a conventional 1 1/8" threadless headset cap Courtesy K-Edge
A hinged version is also available depending on cockpit setup Courtesy K-Edge
Some potential buyers may scoff at the costs of K-Edge's new Go Big universal mounts but the construction quality should be top-notch with sturdy machined aluminum materials and laser etched graphics Courtesy K-Edge
The thumbwheel is held in place with a simple o-ring, which also means it can be flipped around as needed Courtesy K-Edge

Following up on the excellent updates to its more road-oriented Garmin Edge computer mounts, K-Edge has now added a mountain bike-specific model plus new universal Go Big front and rear mounts for action cameras. They're not cheap but no other options we've encountered are as solidly built – or swanky – either.

Instead of clamping to the bars, the new K-Edge Garmin MTB/stem mount effectively acts as a 5mm spacer and secures underneath the top cap of a conventional 1 1/8" threadless headset. Available in either a solid or hinged configuration depending on your cockpit setup, the new mount places the computer head above the stem where it's a bit more protected in a crash than with an out-front type of mount.

The new k-edge garmin mtb/stem mount is made of cnc-machined aluminum with a precise-fitting molded delrin insert just like the company's latest out-front garmin mounts: the new k-edge garmin mtb/stem mount is made of cnc-machined aluminum with a precise-fitting molded delrin insert just like the company's latest out-front garmin mounts Courtesy K-Edge

The K-Edge Garmin MTB mount

As with K-Edge's other Garmin mounts, the new MTB variant is made of CNC-machined aluminum and comes equipped with the company's new molded Delrin computer interface insert for a silkier and more secure fit than the old all-aluminum design. Claimed weight for the fixed model is 21g while the adjustable one is just slightly heavier at 25g.

Adjustable versions will cost US$39 while fixed-angle mounts will cost US$29. Both are offered in black, red or gunmetal anodized finishes.

Videographers looking for the ultimate in platform stability get a trio of new Go Big mounts that will fit any action camera with a universal ¼-20" threaded mounting socket, including GoPro, Contour, Drift, Sony, and others. Like with K-Edge's Garmin mounts, the Go Big camera mounts are CNC machined for a precise fit and secure hold on either 31.8mm-diameter handlebars or most conventional saddle rails.

The new k-edge go big mount is made of sturdy cnc-machined aluminum to provide a stable shooting platform: the new k-edge go big mount is made of sturdy cnc-machined aluminum to provide a stable shooting platform Courtesy K-Edge

The aluminum Go Big mount should offer a sturdy, secure platform for a videocamera

Rear-facing mounts incorporate a hinge to help perfectly dial in the field of view and there's also a separate ¼-20" adapter to convert current GoPro-specific K-Edge Go Big mounts.

Claimed weight for complete mounts is around 45g and retail prices range from US$59 to US$79. The standalone adapter will cost US$29.

All of K-Edge's new Garmin and camera mounts should be available now.

James Huang

Former tech editor

James Huang is BikeRadar's former technical editor. After leaving BikeRadar in 2016, he worked at CyclingTips and Escape Collective. He now runs the Substack cycling publication N-1 Bikes.
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