As an avid hiker and amateur filmmaker, I’ve tried countless chest mounts, but the AMAZEAR Magnetic Neck Holder is the first that doesn’t feel like a medieval torture device. The silicone neckband molds to my collarbone like memory foam—no chafing during my 5-mile waterfall trek.

The magnetic base is the real MVP. While setting up camp, I slapped my GoPro onto a nearby trail sign (metal, thankfully) for a killer timelapse of sunset. Six magnets held it rock-solid despite gusty winds. Pro tip: The release button’s satisfying *click* sounds like unholstering a sci-fi weapon.

I was skeptical about stability until mountain biking down gravel paths. The chest strap (finally one with a logical clasp!) kept my Hero 13 from becoming a projectile. Footage? Buttery smooth—zero bounce compared to my old harness that jiggled like Jell-O.

Two quirks: 1) The pendant-style design means no quick swaps between multiple cameras (bring tools if you’re running a multi-cam shoot). 2) That sleek magnetic mount in promo shots? Sold separately—a mild bait-and-switch sting.

For $40, this is now my EDC for adventures. It even survived an impromptu kayak roll—the silicone drained water faster than my shoes. Just don’t forget to tuck the pendant under your wetsuit unless you want aquatic close-ups of your chin.