I have this mount. At the full extension, it is a bit too flimsy and shakes around too much to get good pictures. Using half the pole is okay.

Thanks for the review and feedback. Keep the money in the pocket, looking for something else on my helmet too.

Check out some of DJ's vids and you'll see his rig (no that's not a euphemism!!). He gets awesome angles & footage, though you might need an extra GoPro!!

If you're willing to screw a mount onto your board, it would result in a lot less vibration. Here are some options:
www.kayalu.com/secure_server/kayalu/radpole-products-c-60.html

AndyR said..
I think dJ's home made mount is the best going around. Haven't seen a better angle in a down wind clip yet.

Mine only cost a few dollars to make and seems to work pretty well..

DJ, what's the height of your camera from your board's deck level?

No doubt that one would work... until it doesn't. Looks to be way too many metal and moving parts that will inevitably corrode through exposure to salt water. Even the GoPro suction mounts are vulnerable. The beauty of DJ's design is that it is all PVC and will last for a long time. The down side is you go through a lot of duct tape every time you use the mount. Mind you, I wouldn't trust a suction mount in the surf or on a downwinder without some back up duct tape holding it on.