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   posted: Mar. 11, 2010 @ 9:26a

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Features
Amazingly strong with superior load-bearing capabilities
Covered with a scratch resistant neoprene grip, helpful in cold or damp weather
Large Rubber Twist Leg Locks, for ease in extending and contracting the legs
Has a non-skid rubber foot
Limited lifetime warranty
Includes velcro padded strap, a monopod pocket, and accessory hook

don't forget FC or BCB !!!


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   posted: Mar. 11, 2010 @ 9:27a

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   posted: Mar. 11, 2010 @ 9:42a

not hot


   posted: Mar. 11, 2010 @ 9:45a

prolyfik said:not hot

for Carbon Fiber ?!?


   posted: Mar. 11, 2010 @ 9:46a

reviews @ Amazom


   posted: Mar. 11, 2010 @ 9:53a

tempted.......


   posted: Mar. 11, 2010 @ 9:56a

I bought a cheap carbon fiber monopod off of eBay once (for much less than this). Frankly, I do not understand the purpose of carbon fiber in a monopod. The aluminum monopod I used to have was just as light (less than 1 pound) and performed just as well. In fact, the aluminum monopod was easier to use since you can quickly jam the leg clamps to adjust the height. You have to be more careful with carbon fiber or it will crack.

A carbon fiber tripod is different since that can be a couple of pounds lighter than a similar aluminum tripod.


   posted: Mar. 11, 2010 @ 10:58a

johnny98 said:I bought a cheap carbon fiber monopod off of eBay once (for much less than this). Frankly, I do not understand the purpose of carbon fiber in a monopod. The aluminum monopod I used to have was just as light (less than 1 pound) and performed just as well. In fact, the aluminum monopod was easier to use since you can quickly jam the leg clamps to adjust the height. You have to be more careful with carbon fiber or it will crack.

A carbon fiber tripod is different since that can be a couple of pounds lighter than a similar aluminum tripod.


Agree. Not much point in a monopod. More important to get one that fits you and does what you want as far as the extended height, number of sections and collapsed length, etc., versus picking one because it's CF. I don't buy the better vibration dampening argument as other movement far outweighs any advantage there. Also as you said you don't have to feel like you have to baby and worry about it. I went out and bought a real nice Gitzo CF tripod but to tell the truth I should just sell the damn thing since I use my cheaper knock-off 10X more mostly because I'm not afraid to bang it around and have it get beaten up (which it has).


   posted: Mar. 11, 2010 @ 11:15a

cf is lighter than aluminum (should copyright this statement!) - ! - so, if you want a cf - this is a good deal! no deal here - but my best recommendation for monopod ! no matter that some guys claim this thing is finicky!


   posted: Mar. 11, 2010 @ 5:13p

Buy.com says this monopod weighs 1.3 pounds. My old $10 aluminum monopod was less than 1 pound and was perfectly stable with my SLR camera and 300mm lens.


   posted: Mar. 11, 2010 @ 5:33p

Well... If your CF cracks, it means either your CF is a fake (look alike) CF, made of cheap material, or fabricated poorly.

I have a CF tripod that I use occasionally (only good for ~8lb). It is light (not always a plus, but a bag full of rocks hanging on a hook will do it for me), and compact for travel.

What do you guys use a monopod for anyway? I've only used a monopod few times when Canon 300mm 2.8L Non-IS was dragging my feet at the end of day's shooting. For god's sake, please don't tell me you need a monopod for 70-200 2.8 babies.


   posted: Mar. 11, 2010 @ 5:50p

For a cheaper price, I can get a hiking stick with a camera mount. It might be a little heavier, but serves much more purpose...


   posted: Mar. 11, 2010 @ 6:23p

Wow CF is really dropping in price. I have a tripod and it's great.


   posted: Mar. 11, 2010 @ 6:50p

Wow what a confusing name for a collapsible walking stick. Christ.




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