Editing AVI's

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Posted by Bret Edge on June 10, 2008 at 6:59 PM

I've been using my G9 to create some movies while out riding motorcycles. No Todd, not THAT kind of movie...yet. Any way, I have no clue how to compress them or edit them so that they can be emailed. I don't want to spend any money on editing software and am curious if anyone has a suggestion for a good, free, and easy to use piece of software.

Thanks in advance!

Posted by Scott Borger on June 10, 2008 at 7:48 PM

If you use a mac, iMovie (which comes free with a mac) does a fantastic job of compressing at several different sizes. I also have a G9 and a bike. What do you ride? I ride a YZF426.

Posted by John Mumaw on June 10, 2008 at 7:59 PM

I edit and compress the AVI files from my G6 using the free Windows Movie Maker. You may even already have the program installed.
This video will show you the ultra simple way to compress 'em with WMM. The first minute and a half is all you need to watch.

Posted by Bret Edge on June 10, 2008 at 9:58 PM

Scott: Right now I ride a Yamaha TW200. Looking to switch to a full-blown enduro, though. I'd love to have the new BMW GS800 but I'll most likely end up with the 2008 Kawasaki KLR 650. Still gonna be a little while, though.

Posted by Bret Edge on June 10, 2008 at 10:10 PM

I've got Windows Movie Maker on my PC and it worked like a charm. Easy as pie to use, too. Thanks, John!