Is there a monopod for tall people: Over the years I've read many discussions on monopods but I don't remember anything about one for taller people. Googling it would not be as good...

uaeluor1949 Loc: Polk City, Fl

Over the years I've read many discussions on monopods but I don't remember anything about one for taller people. Googling it would not be as good advice as from users. I'm 6' 3" and had have deteriorating disc disease. I'm planing on a nice vacation in Sept & I want to be prepared. I'm using a Nikon D200 with an 18-200 DX lens. Thank you for all the advice you will give.

ottopj Loc: Annapolis, MD USA

This Gitzo has a maximum height of 6'3" which should put the camera view finder or screen at about 6'5". If you are 6'3", I expect your eyes are about at a 6"0" height.

It holds 40 lbs and is $224.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/611057-REG/Gitzo_GM3350XL_GM3350L_5_Section_Aluminum_Monopod.html

uaeluor1949 Loc: Polk City, Fl

ottopj wrote:

This Gitzo has a maximum height of 6'3" which should put the camera view finder or screen at about 6'5". If you are 6'3", I expect your eyes are about at a 6"0" height.

It holds 40 lbs and is $224.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/611057-REG/Gitzo_GM3350XL_GM3350L_5_Section_Aluminum_Monopod.html

Awesome, thank you

SirAlistair Loc: Gingin Western Australia

I'm over 6ft too and I use the Really Right Stuff monopod to look up into tree's with my heavy 500mm len's

uaeluor1949 Loc: Polk City, Fl

SirAlistair wrote:

I'm over 6ft too and I use the Really Right Stuff monopod to look up into tree's with my heavy 500mm len's

Super, thank you

CHOLLY Loc: THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE!

You can always use a monopod with a ball head attached. Something like this ball head from Calumet.

Michael Hartley Loc: Deer Capital of Georgia

Is the pistol grip head, for angling, or just rotating?

NealB Loc: Lowell Indiana

ottopj wrote:

This Gitzo has a maximum height of 6'3" which should put the camera view finder or screen at about 6'5". If you are 6'3", I expect your eyes are about at a 6"0" height.

It holds 40 lbs and is $224.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/611057-REG/Gitzo_GM3350XL_GM3350L_5_Section_Aluminum_Monopod.html

This is a very good recommendation. I am 6'1" and purchased this monopod from B&H. I have no regrets.

dannac Loc: 60 miles SW of New Orleans

uaeluor1949 wrote:

Over the years I've read many discussions on monopods but I don't remember anything about one for taller people. Googling it would not be as good advice as from users. I'm 6' 3" and had have deteriorating disc disease. I'm planing on a nice vacation in Sept & I want to be prepared. I'm using a Nikon D200 with an 18-200 DX lens. Thank you for all the advice you will give.

I'm 6'-2" and very happy with this one.
Light but built like a tank.

Listed as 65" ... but once I put the head and the camera it is just right.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/848842-REG/FEISOL_CM_1471_CM_1471_Rapid_Monopod.html

bull drink water Loc: pontiac mi.

there is always kneeling or sitting on something.

CHOLLY Loc: THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE!

Michael Hartley wrote:

Is the pistol grip head, for angling, or just rotating?

Both. Plus, it adds height to you setup. ;)

jimbo70 Loc: Orange Park, FL.

Or buy a less expensive monopod and add a center column extension. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/buy/Center-Columns-Accessories/ci/402/N/4075788752

Edward Booth Loc: Riverview, Florida

Good info, I'm 6'9"

revhen Loc: By the beautiful Hudson

"I'm 6' 3" and had have deteriorating disc disease." You too?! Same height only spinal stenosis is my problem. Used an el cheapo monopod last September/October in rough country. Had to bend a little but worked well.

Preachdude Loc: Geneva, OH

uaeluor1949 wrote:

Over the years I've read many discussions on monopods but I don't remember anything about one for taller people. Googling it would not be as good advice as from users. I'm 6' 3" and had have deteriorating disc disease. I'm planing on a nice vacation in Sept & I want to be prepared. I'm using a Nikon D200 with an 18-200 DX lens. Thank you for all the advice you will give.

I have used a poor man's monopod where a regular tripod or monopod could not be used. Fasten a 1/4x20 eyebolt to a length of chain equal to your height. When needed, screw the bolt into the tripod socket. Put your foot on the other end of the chain, and lift your camera and lens against the chain to steady your shot. It works amazingly well, so long as you are strong enough to maintain the tension on the chain.