HCO Team Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 Hi Everyone, As some of you may know i've been working on a new camera arm design for the last year, here are some pictures of the finished design. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.. Thanks Brandon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 that won't work out here in wyoming. i see you need a tree.... lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJR Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 NOTE in catalog: Will not ship to Wyoming! LMBO!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 I thought HCO Team was Lisa. Well to be honest, I kind of think maybe you might need some product testers to see how well it works and work out any kinks before putting it in catalogs. Yeah I will volunteer. Looks good to me Brandon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhine16 Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 Well to be honest, I kind of think maybe you might need some product testers to see how well it works and work out any kinks before putting it in catalogs. Yeah I will volunteer. I'll volunteer to test it out also Looks good to me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muff Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 That looks great....I am in the market for a new one right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dakota Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 I thought HCO Team was Lisa. Brandon is Lisa's son and mine, Kyle, Will, Joe and Matt's (and forgive me if I miss anyone else ) boss, William. :D:D Dakota Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HCO Team Posted May 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 i wish i could send one out to all of you guys to field test, but the no money (college student) is a pretty big issue...and i might have something in the making that would solve the "no trees" in wyoming problem...lol.. i'm working on a clamp that would work to attach the camera arm to some blinds along with a bracket that will work on the ground... any idea's would help alot... also send me a pm if you want to know the price... Thanks everyone Brandon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 Another volunteer to test it out also A camera arm is one thing I do not have. Do you get much bounce out of it, when it is extended ?? Looks good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowtechTurkeyHunter Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 (edited) Sturdiest bracket I have ever seen in my life ... I think this mount can be used on any commercial program out there today. There is so much engineering that went into this bracket I dont think most could comprehend how much Brandon has put into this. Bracket is very resonably priced if you guys just ask I think you will be pleasantly surprised. Steve Edited May 11, 2009 by BowtechTurkeyHunter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TennesseeTurkey Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 Maybe you have a 2x4 it can attach to in a ground blind Steve B? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HCO Team Posted May 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 LOL Dakota! I don't know abut being the "boss", maybe "bossy"... Actually, Brandon (20) is the founder of HCO. He stuck with his dreams and passions ever since he was 11. He came to us, his Dad and I at age 13 wanting to make hunting into his life. We said that if he were serious and committed to this dream that we would talk when he graduated and invest in his dream. (Since then, his Dad and I became divorced but maintained a family unit and a business partnership.) Well, little did we realize just how serious he was, but we found out over the years. Now it is our turn to put our money where our mouth is... It's been a labor of love and well worth the ride! Lisa The "Mom" of many (HCO Staff) and the HCO Coordinator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dakota Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 The "Mom" of many (HCO Staff) Btw, "Mom", Happy Belated Mother's Day! Dakota Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HCO Team Posted May 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 Why thank you... Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 From what I have seen camera arms going for in catalogs and how nice that one looks, I am guessing it is likely beyond my price range, but you are welcome to shoot me a price in a pm if you want. As far as the clamp goes, if the arm is pinned with a removable pin at the point where it mounts to the tree, it would not be too tough to utilize a clamp that would attach to tree stand rails or other applications by pinning to that point. There are a few on the market that do allow use of multiple mounts by simply removing a pin, but do not know that I have seen any that offer a clamp at that point. The key I would think would be to have a good bushing with the pin so there is no noise and no slop. I am still using a window mount for a spotting scope for attaching my camera, works out ook with rt ez hangers and the rails on my stands, but I sure would like to have something better. For blinds and ground hunting it is hard to get away from a tripod, don't know that there would be any applicable way to improve over a tripod with the use of any type arm and stand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TennesseeTurkey Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 (edited) From what I have seen camera arms going for in catalogs and how nice that one looks, I am guessing it is likely beyond my price range, but you are welcome to shoot me a price in a pm if you want. As far as the clamp goes, if the arm is pinned with a removable pin at the point where it mounts to the tree, it would not be too tough to utilize a clamp that would attach to tree stand rails or other applications by pinning to that point. There are a few on the market that do allow use of multiple mounts by simply removing a pin, but do not know that I have seen any that offer a clamp at that point. The key I would think would be to have a good bushing with the pin so there is no noise and no slop. I am still using a window mount for a spotting scope for attaching my camera, works out ook with rt ez hangers and the rails on my stands, but I sure would like to have something better. For blinds and ground hunting it is hard to get away from a tripod, don't know that there would be any applicable way to improve over a tripod with the use of any type arm and stand. edit..... Edited May 11, 2009 by TennesseeTurkey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jorden Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 Really like the arm;). I am looking to finally start filming my hunts hardcore this fall and I would definitely be interested in buying one if they are reasonably priced. I tried ordering one from Cabelas a few months ago but it was backordered and is still on backorder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 Hi Everyone, As some of you may know i've been working on a new camera arm design for the last year, here are some pictures of the finished design. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.. Thanks Brandon It would be nice if you easily could change the configuration between one, two and three linkage arms in the field. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 (edited) Nice looking camera arm for sure! Will it handle this? Edited May 12, 2009 by ruttinbuc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowtechTurkeyHunter Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 Nice looking camera arm for sure! Will it handle this? Easily Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowtechTurkeyHunter Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 It would be nice if you easily could change the configuration between one, two and three linkage arms in the field. It would affect the stabilty but I can tell you that there are other plans for this arm ... this is just one version. Brandon is a brainstorming maching let me tell you. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowtechTurkeyHunter Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 From what I have seen camera arms going for in catalogs and how nice that one looks, I am guessing it is likely beyond my price range, but you are welcome to shoot me a price in a pm if you want. I bet you can ... its VERY VERY Affordable. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dakota Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 ... its VERY VERY Affordable. Steve Steve's right, it is very affordable and Kyle, Will, myself and the other HCO Staffers will tell you that straight up. I just have the poor college kid factor going against me right now! :D:D Dakota Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 I'd be interested to hear the price on this puppy as well. Give me something to save up for. I wouldn't mind seeing the other versions as well. Nice to see you Steve;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TennesseeTurkey Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 If Im not mistaken Lisa told me this camera arm was nt only cheaper than the top-of-the-line models in the camera arm but this thing WILL get you a better angle and has a wider range of functions than any other camera arm on the market..... not to mention a better quality and buying from a company that prides itself on showing/leading the way for tomorrows youth.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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