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Feb 28, 2018 07:57:09   #
casyjones3 Loc: Bronx NY
 
I also think the Sirui is very well made. I own there p-424sr. Buy good buy once. Unique photo has it $239 they are authorised and New Jerseys version of B&H.

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Feb 28, 2018 08:30:40   #
markmmmm
 
If you are just looking for a mono pod, go to amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FAYL1YU/ref=s9_acsd_top_hd_bw_b25tS_c_x_2_w/134-4732412-9487766?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-4&pf_rd_r=WM4TQHF2YHX4XY9PGTMP&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=fcf46906-4177-5a42-bd00-36e4a6a9c563&pf_rd_i=499314

I have had many monopods. This was the best. Light, can be used as a walking stick and it is $15. Take my word on this one...

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Feb 28, 2018 08:57:11   #
brooklyn-camera I Loc: Brooklyn, NY
 
Had a carbon mono while shooting semi-pro football. You got it.... was run into by accident and it snapped like a twig. But then again had a metal mono and same almost the same result...bent it back so I could still use it. Stopped using a mono and using hand held. Sure now I have bursitis in my elbow. Good luck my friend and hope you are shooting non-moving subjects that can run you over.

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Feb 28, 2018 10:50:02   #
mikee
 
I have a Sirui w2004 that I like. Sturdy enough tripod for moderate glass, waterproof design, and one of the tripod legs comes off to be used as a monopod. Offers the flexibility to use it either way. Wish it was carbon though.

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Feb 28, 2018 11:30:38   #
ballsafire Loc: Lafayette, Louisiana
 
markmmmm wrote:
If you are just looking for a mono pod, go to amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FAYL1YU/ref=s9_acsd_top_hd_bw_b25tS_c_x_2_w/134-4732412-9487766?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-4&pf_rd_r=WM4TQHF2YHX4XY9PGTMP&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=fcf46906-4177-5a42-bd00-36e4a6a9c563&pf_rd_i=499314

I have had many monopods. This was the best. Light, can be used as a walking stick and it is $15. Take my word on this one...


This is what I had in mind plus the mini tripod ball head ($6.49).

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Feb 28, 2018 14:12:30   #
Mark Sturtevant Loc: Grand Blanc, MI
 
There is also this affordable monopod with a quick trigger at the top to adjust the length. The Y-rest can be replaced with a 'head' if you want. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BD58I4G/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I21IAIYD13ZSBT&colid=1V6SX5W6Z17J6&psc=0 Play the video to see how it works, although the video emphasizes tripod versions of it. Used for shooting, but works just as well for a camera, I am sure.

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Feb 28, 2018 15:45:34   #
Bear2 Loc: Southeast,, MI
 
Largobob wrote:
Monopods are actually quite simple. Sturdy, stable, extendable, lightweight, tilt head....probably all you need. I have never been disappointed with Manfrotto products.


Me either.

Duane

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Feb 28, 2018 23:34:05   #
aellman Loc: Boston MA
 
akadeadhead wrote:
I have been looking for a new monopod. If I had the dollars, I would probably get a Gitzo or RRS. Has anyone had experience with Feisol or Giotto carbon fiber monopods? And, in particular, is there a good reason to avoid either brand?


A more cost-effective solution is to do what I did. I broke off a not-to-bent tree branch, cut it to average monopod
length, duct taped a tripod head to one end and Gorilla Glued a toilet plunger rubber part to the other.
The rubber makes for a very stable base; on tile floors, you can actually make it stick! And the duct tape gives
you a certain amount of flex in the head to allow for small adjustments in the field of view without having to
loosen or tighten anything. >Alan

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Mar 1, 2018 06:53:16   #
Chicopee Loc: NY State, USA
 
I am using Sirui 204s......I think. It was a tad cmostly but I love the fact that you can use it either as a monopod or open the three small legs at the bottom and give it a very good stability better than a monopod by itself. Very attractive came with a very nice case, I’m very pleased. Got it at Amazon

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Mar 1, 2018 18:02:51   #
akadeadhead
 
Thank you all for your advice and suggestions. I settled on a Benro Adventure 4. And I ordered the inexpensive Amazon monopod for my Granddaughter (to be shared with her father).

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