RAM Camera Mounts:

RAM Camera Mounts for kayaks are some of the best mounts on the market for mounting to a kayak. Like most other mounts RAM has adopted the YakAttack Gear Track System for some of their mounts and being that the RAM ball was developed. RAM mounts are made in the USA and carry a lifetime warranty.

Ram Flex Arm:

One of the best stationary camera mounts I have used. The unique aluminum rod is easily malleable to bend the shaft in different directions. The rod is rigid enough to hold position. IT does take a bit of force to bend the rod into the desired position. Along with the RAM ball top which you can add YakAttatack or Ram extensions. The Ram flex arm is easily mountable with a flush mount or a track mount system.

RAP-B-200-1-TRA1-18U With Gear track base

RAP-B-200-1-386-18U With flush mount base

RAP-B-200-1-114P-18U With post spline mount quick release (mouthing base not included)

RAM Composite Flat Surface Mount with Custom GoPro® Hero Adapter:

Much like the YakAttack Panfish Portrait, besides the swivel ability this mount is handy for low profile mounting to a track or flush mount. The mount is inexpensive compared to others that have the same function. This mount can also be created if you already have the GoPro RAM ball adapter and a 1″ base mounted or screw ball for track mounting.

RAP-B-138-GOP1 $24.59

This mount can also be paired with accessories like the RAM Tough-Claw™ for mounting to railings or the RAM Tough-Clamp™ for clipping to anything else. The Tough clamp is great for quick camera angles.

Ram Medium Tough Claw RAP-B-404U $35.80 (these vary in size from small to large)

Ram Tough Clamp RAP-B-397-2U $21.02 (these vary in size from small to large)

RAM Telescoping Pole Mount:

This is one of my favorite cam mounts from RAM. One end of the mount clamps to a broom stick or telescoping painters pole. Personally I attached one to a telescoping boat hook with over 7′ in distance! The other using a RAM link and the 1″ RAM ball for GoPro or a 1/4-20 threaded ram ball connects to your favorite action camera.

RAP-B-218-1-GOP1U $24.94

A Standard Camera Mount such as Tripod or Mono Pod and Accessories:

A standard camera tripod is commonly used. As a matter of fact Kayak Kevin uses one all the time with his Sony Handy Cam setup zip tied to his crate. This is most likely the best way to mount heavy cameras such as DSLR and Handy Cam types. There are many attachments you can use to add on to a tripod such as L Brackets. An L Bracket can be used to mount a GoPro to a tripod using the GoPro tripod mount. The L Bracket gives the ability to mount hot shoe accessories such as a shotgun microphone with a wind screen or a photo light for night video. The L Bracket also doubles as a nice handle for less shaky video.

The mono pod also works well due to its ability to collapse and extend. It is great to use on the kayak with any lightweight action camera. The ability to extend it out and take hero shots It can be stowed in a rod holder also can be lashed to a milk crate for high angle rear shots.

Its good to have a tripod for photos and video from land. I prefer a tripod with the ball pivot as it is the most adjustable. These typically are the most professional and are great for keeping your shot level on all types of terrain. 90% of my land based video and photography is taken using a tripod with a Cannon T4i EOS SLR Camera utilizing multiple lenses. The photos below are examples of using a tripod from a beach or pier to stabilize the camera with a 300 mm telephoto lense at its maximum distance!

Review:

This camera mount is by far the most rigid mount that is over 6″ in length I have tested yet. It has minimal flex therefore the camera is stable and captures a better shot than most other mounts. The mount featured in this review is the one with the Yak Attack style T Bolt gear track attachment also known as the RAM pin lock. This will mount to tracks from YakAttack, Jackson Kayak, Wilderness Systems, and Native along with other manufacturers bases. See the Kayak Rigging 101 Mounting Base Options Article!

Its ability to be bent and molded in any direction is phenomenal! Great for shots extended off the side of the kayak or underwater / top water shots.

This mount has become my new favorite camera mount. I haven’t even scratched the surface on camera angles it can provide.

Get yours at your local kayak dealer or RamMount.com.

Web link:

RAM Mounts Flex Arm Camera Mount

Below is Quoted from the Ram Mounts Website:

Post Pinlock Base, 18″ Rigid Aluminum Rod and Single Socket Arm

Description:

The RAP-B-200-1-TRA1-18U consists of quick release post pinlock base, 18″ rigid aluminum rod and single socket arm for 1″ ball bases/adapters. The pinlock base contains a unique t-bolt mechanism that stabilizes the entire mount, along with making it compatible with most kayak tracks. The 18″ rigid aluminum rod can be bent to position your device to its optimum viewing location. The single socket is compatible with all 1″ ball bases and adapters.

Features:
1. Quick release and installation
2. Pinlock system creates added friction and stability
3. High strength materials ensure product longevity
4. Suitable for marine environments
5. 18″ rod can be bent and repositioned
6. Compatible tracks include Yakattack’s GearTrac System, Wilderness Systems SlideTrax and common T-Slot Track Systems
7. Easily relocate mount along any point on the track
8. Extremely versatile for adapting to almost any application
9. Swivel/swing technology allows for easy turning of mount and prevents obstruction
10. Lifetime warranty

Material:
High Strength Composite & Aluminum

Ball Size:
1″ Rubber Ball “B” Size