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HOVERAir: Your Pocket-Sized Film Crew for Cycling Content

By: Sponsorship Services  November 21, 2025

HOVERAir is changing the game for cyclists who want to create content and grow their brand. In today’s world of YouTube vlogs, Instagram Reels, TikToks, and even Strava, content has become an essential part of the ride. Cyclists aren’t just riding and racing, they’re creating. With HOVERAir, you can bring a full film crew’s capabilities right into the palm of your hand, and when you’re done filming, you can fold the camera up and put it in your jersey pocket.

 

Why use a self-flying camera?

With HOVERAir, you can capture every climb, sprint, and descent, hands-free. Cycling-specific follow modes keep your bike perfectly in frame:

  • Rear Tracking: Provides a pro “team car” perspective.
  • Side Follow: Captures smooth rolling shots that look like you hired a film crew.
  • Dolly Track: Moves ahead to capture the front of your effort.
  • Smart Tracking: Uses built-in face tracking, body tracking, and gesture control for effortless content creation.
     

Once your footage is ready, you can export it straight to your phone and share it instantly on social media. 

USA Cycling has been using HOVERAir's X1 ProMax all season to capture behind-the-scenes content, from course previews to the perfect podium shot, giving fans a perspective they can’t get anywhere else.

 

Which HOVERAir flying camera should I use for cycling?

The entire HOVERAir X1 series is beginner-friendly, supporting hands-free operation as well as palm takeoff and landing.

X1 – Entry-level, perfect for first-time drone users. It’s the lightest in the series, ideal for casual selfies, travel, family or friends’ recordings, and light activities. Its shorter battery life makes it less suited for high-speed sports.

X1 PRO – Suited for sports enthusiasts and travel vloggers. Offers higher image quality and faster speed than X1, making it great for users who want improved visuals or to capture faster-paced action.

X1 PROMAX (USA Cycling’s Top Choice) – X1 PROMAX Designed for professional users, advanced hobbyists, and sports enthusiasts seeking ultra-high-resolution footage and versatile shooting options across a wide range of scenarios.

USA Cycling Members receive 10% off HOVERAir products. Check out your member benefits portal for more information!

Learn more about HOVERAir: hoverair.sjv.io