Reddit reviews [6pcs] Deyard Screen Protector for GoPro Hero 7(Black Only)/Hero 6/Hero 5/2018, Ultra Clear Tempered Glass Screen Protector + Tempered Glass Lens Protector + Lens Cap Cover Accessories

Take a look at my Youtube videos. Everything from "Exploring Madeira" and newer is when I bought my GoPro. I borrowed a friends GoPro for a few of the previous videos but it was an older model and I didn't have any accessories, so wasn't as useful. But I bought mine mainly for canoe tripping and I did a ton of research into everything.

GoPro - first you need to decide which GoPro you want. When I bought mine, Hero 7 was the latest model (they now have Hero 8). If you're buying it for canoe tripping, don't even consider the white or silver models, they don't have replaceable batteries, so every time a battery dies you would need to start charging the actual device. No bueno. Now that the Hero 8 is out you could probably find a good deal on the Hero 7. Supposedly they've improved the stabilization even more, but take a look at my videos and you'll see even the Hero 7 Black stabilization is pretty epic.

Batteries - find them on sale. There was a huge deal the other week on Amazon for the double charger with an extra battery, maybe it will be back on sale for Black Friday. But depending on the trip length and what you're using the GoPro for, you should aim to have about 1 battery life per day. If you use it for timelapse etc. you'll obviously go through battery quicker than just the short 1-2min clips. You can also use power banks to recharge the GoPro. I like to have spare batteries for quick changing during the day, then overnight I'll use a power bank to recharge. Right now I have 4 batteries total, and if I'm going out for more than 3-4 days I'll supplement with power banks as well.

Accessories - these screen protectors are cheap and add a little peace of mind that you won't scratch the lens or screen on the back. This accessory pack was an epic purchase... yes it's all cheaply made, but nothing has broke on me yet and it's just such great value. The chest mount is great for POV shots (better than the head mount IMO), the bicycle handle mount is perfect for canoe handles (see the parts of my vid where I flip up the canoe) and the suction mount is great for dash cam type shots. This tripod selfie stick was probably the best accessory purchase though. Can use it with a smartphone or swap the head out and use it with your GoPro. The tripod feet extend for extra stability/support, and it's extremely lightweight and compact... perfect for canoe tripping. I take off the bluetooth remote button so there's no electronic aspect so I can use it underwater.

Other tips - use rocks or a sweatshirt or something around the base of the tripod for extra support and to keep it weighed down. Very important if you're using it fully extended and/or in windy weather. The GoPro can lose a lot of battery life overnight depending on the temperature/climate, so you might consider taking the battery out overnight. Download the GoPro app so you can control the camera through your phone... set up the tripod, frame your shot, and you can start/stop the GoPro remotely. Buy the proper memory card that they recommend from the approved list. Get the biggest memory you can. Once you start recording in 4k you'll see how much data it actually requires.

Probably a lot more I can ramble about but that should be a good start. GoPro Hero 7 Black, extra batteries, power banks, screen protector, accessory bundle kit, and that specific tripod/selfie... should be perfect.


edit: One thing to add, I also bring my iPhone with me. I use the iPhone for pictures and music mostly, but if the GoPro is set up on a timelapse or something it's nice to have a second recording device as well.

Hero 7 black is the way to go. The hypersmooth stabilization makes it worth it.

Accessories to get:

First of all, get a gopro plus trial. It gives you 50% off of batteries and other accessories, but not chargers or microsd cards.

Grab a few extra batteries. With the trial, they're $10 each.

The dual bay charger is well worth the price.

These are the microsd cards I use in my H7B. They're fast, reliable and cheap. Also on gopro's recommended list of cards to use.

I use tempered glass protectors for the lens and rear screen and they don't affect video quality at all. They went on very easily and the lens cap is a nice bonus.

For a case, I currently use this one, but the official case looks good too.

I use this frame mount and love it. The front round piece can be removed if desired; I took it off as I don't need it for what I use my gopro for. It includes mounting options for both standard threaded mounts and gopro mounts. And the back slides on and off.

If you need a head mount, the amazonbasics one is identical to the official gopro branded mount aside from the logo (I have both).

Completely optional, but I really like these aluminum knobs over the standard plastic ones.

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That about covers everything I use. Hope this helps some!

I bought a cheap screen protector kit off of amazon for $9US came with 2 sets for the front and rear along with 2 lens caps. here’s the link

Pelican Go G10 Case - Waterproof... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KQ5MP2N?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[6pcs] Deyard Screen Protector... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MAVPXC3?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share