viPod

vibration
delicate instrument’s enemy

It is common knowledge that motorcycle vibration can destroy the delicate stabilization systems on cameras and smartphones. What is needed is a component where vibration goes to die. The viPod is a black hole for vibrations. Vibration energy enters through one side and dissipates as heat. The viPod contains a star chamber suspended in a visco-elastomer. Vibration along any axis converts to heat, which dissipates through the bottom ventilation ports. 

Adding the viPod to any of our mounts or mirrors will dramatically reduce vibration’s footprint and its ugly effects. This vibration module absorbs much excess energy that can damage delicate electronic components. Designed to absorb vibration on all axes for more effective deadening, the viPod floats the mounting platform in a soft, vibration-absorbing material. However, this isn’t the only viPod difference. The viPod’s sleek, low-drag profile not only looks great, but its lightweight also makes it perfect for bicycles. 

star chamber
viPod’s command center

The star chamber has five radial arms. The arms flex to absorb vibration. Both the arms and core contact the viscoelastic material strategically to deaden as broad a range of vibrations as possible. As the viPod’s star chamber is the heart of the system, the outer shell is the backbone of this vibration-eating machine. 

The outer shell holds the dampening material in place. None of this would work without the viPod outer shell. Given that the shell carries the most mass, it is better if the clipLok system attaches directly to the shell. Meanwhile, the star chamber establishes a connection to the mount body. The final component that contributes to the star chamber’s structure is the visco-elastomer dampener. Additionally, if one were able to look inside, one would notice that the chamber is predominantly hollow. This open space prevents the material from transmitting vibration through itself. By now, you’re well aware that the viPod is brimming with advanced technology, and its sleek, aerodynamic design goes beyond mere aesthetics.  

discretion
the better part of velour.

The bottom line is that even the best vibration-dampening phone mount system may not protect the camera’s stabilization system. There are reports of virtually every dampening system failing to protect the delicate circuitry of today’s cell phones. To be blunt, no dampening system is perfect, and neither is there absolute consistency between identical models of the same phone. We believe that the viPod dampening system is the best of all designs. Regardless of which brand you buy, we recommend securing no-fault damage or loss insurance for your cell phone. It is always better to be safe than sorry.