Tripod Suggestions for Scooter Use (Page 2): Hi, Because I ride all the time do to a quadriplegic problem I hope you post what your final solution turns out to be and let us know how...

olcoach Loc: Oregon

Hi, Because I ride all the time do to a quadriplegic problem I hope you post what your final solution turns out to be and let us know how it works. Have fun and keep shootin'. Mike

Grammyratzi Loc: Chandler, AZ

I sure will olcoach! With all the kind replies I've received already I bet we will get a solution to our problem soon. Have a great day!

bull drink water Loc: pontiac mi.

i too am scooter bound,i have tried a monopod between my knees on the scooter bed. on a good day it works.my other solution is to carry a camp stool,set it up near the scooter and a regular tripod works.

jimbo70 Loc: Orange Park, FL.

I use this one and love it. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/738020-REG/Benro_A0680TBH00_A_0680_Travel_Angel_Aluminum.html

Larrie Loc: NE Ohio

These might help
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/5548-REG/Manfrotto_230_230_3255_All_Weather.html

I STOP TO SHOOT Loc: By the No. CA Sea

Grammyratzi wrote:

I have an odd situation I'd appreciate some sugges... (show quote)

My friend who I go shooting with uses an electric cart, and we both purchased the Gorilla she wraps it around her handle bars of the scooter and it does the trick. In fact when we go to places I cannot use my tripod (rules of the place) and I will use the Gorilla on my shoulders to steady the camera I will look for the web site and send it... It is under $150. Also we shoot a lot from the vehicle...

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Merlin1300 wrote:

quote=Grammyratzi My situation is I use an electr... (show quote)

That was my first thought - mount a ballhead onto the scooter, and make it easily removable.

I STOP TO SHOOT Loc: By the No. CA Sea

Grammyratzi wrote:

I have an odd situation I'd appreciate some sugges... (show quote)

okay, here is a Web site so you can see what I am talking about http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/633362-REG/Joby_GP3_BHEN_Gorillapod_SLR_Zoom_Flexible_Mini.html

The one he is demonstrating is a smaller version I think so look for the one that will hold your camera... I think Adorama probably carrys it. If you live in a city, most Camera stores carry it so you can feel it and have a good look at it. I know that we paid less that $100 and it will hold my Nikon D90 with a Zoom lens.... Good luck and enjoy stopping to shoot.

JayJay Loc: Eastern Washington State

I use mobile chair and have rig similar to this from B&H

(19 reviews)
Dot Line
DL-0370 Hands-free Video Stabilizer for DSLR and Camcorders

Allows to Capture Videos on the Move
Bracket with Padded Shoulder Mount
Spring Chest Harness
2 Adjustable Platforms
Heavy-duty Strap
Accommodates Large & Small Camcorders
Snap-on Connector
Storage Pouch

B&H # DOVS
Mfr # DL-0370

In Stock
Look it up and view the items in the long list of aids. Mine is a bit cumbersome to get into but once there , rock steady. I can use it for HDR

djW Loc: Central New York State, U.S.A.

I believe that if you do a goggle search for (something like) tripod attachment for chair, you might find the companies that make these attachments. I remember someone in another group asking about something for a wheelchair and we helped her find something this way.

steve40 Loc: Asheville/Canton, NC, USA

If your scooter has some handlebar room, Manfrotto has a thing called a Super Clamp. This can clamp to the handlebar of the scooter, and you can install a moderate priced ball head to that.

See it here: http://www.boards2go.com/boards/board.cgi?action=read&id=1325286937&user=landscapesimages

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

steve40 wrote:

If your scooter has some handlebar room, Manfrotto has a thing called a Super Clamp. This can clamp to the handlebar of the scooter, and you can install a moderate priced ball head to that.

See it here: http://www.boards2go.com/boards/board.cgi?action=read&id=1325286937&user=landscapesimages

Check on GPS mounting systems and mounting systems for motorcycles. Look a lot, buy once.

moffie100

Danilo and Merlin both have great thoughts! Would a monopod be of any use to you?

davejann Loc: Portland Oregon

I STOP TO SHOOT wrote:

quote=Grammyratzi I have an odd situation I'd app... (show quote)

Another option is the Manfrotto window mount. I will clamp onto a partially lowered car window. I know it won't address your problem while on the scooter but you might find it useful when you are still in the car.

Manfrotto 243 Car Window Pod (#3292) 243
www.adorama.com Tripods Manfrotto Car Mounts

Dave

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

davejann wrote:

Another option is the Manfrotto window mount. I will clamp onto a partially lowered car window. I know it won't address your problem while on the scooter but you might find it useful when you are still in the car.

Manfrotto 243 Car Window Pod (#3292) 243
www.adorama.com Tripods Manfrotto Car Mounts

Dave

Man, I would not want to clamp a DSLR to my car window! It probably works OK, but I'd never use it.