Monopod help

[dshirey]

I wouldn't be asking for help finding a monopod except for the fact that I am a tall guy. I am about 6'7'' (81'') and can't seem to find a monopod much taller than 68'' that isn't really expensive (I am not looking to spend more than $100 with a ball head). I need it to be at least 76'' since the camera adds height to the viewfinder and I want to be able to shoot sports and other things for long periods of time without bending. Any help is appreciated.

[Vascilli]

Check this (http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Gitzo-GM3550-6x-Carbon-Fiber-Monopod-Review.aspx) out. 75.6" tall.

[dshirey]

I wish I could afford a $300 monopod. Thanks for the help though! I guess I can start saving if nothing else.

[Vascilli]

Maybe you can find a similar aluminum one. More weight but less price..

[ed rader]

Maybe you can find a similar aluminum one. More weight but less price..

http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Benro-MP-98-n6-Aluminium-Monopod_W0QQitemZ260229576294QQihZ016QQcategoryZ30 095QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZ p1638Q2em118Q2el1247

[ben_r_]

http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Benro-MP-98-n6-Aluminium-Monopod_W0QQitemZ260229576294QQihZ016QQcategoryZ30 095QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZ p1638Q2em118Q2el1247
Only problem with that was is: 1715 millimeters = 67.519685 inches

[dshirey]

Yeah... I need tall. Maybe I should just save up for the Gitzo.

[ELT_Photo]

Check out the Induro MXA45 - 76.5 in.,2.2lbs, aluminum - could be
just the ticket. (didn't look up price, but would bet its less than a Gitzo)

[mackidbrendan]

totaly long shot but i could of sworn ive seen "monopod extenders" that screw onto the top to add some non adjustable length.

ahh, heres (kinda...) what i meant: http://www.bushnelloptics.com/brand-stoney-point-category-monopods-sku-e-124.html#

heres a 69" pod: http://www.digitalfotoclub.com/sc/from-froogle.asp?id=964738379&rf=froogle&dfdate=8_5_2008

ahh, i knew it, here what i saw a while back: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/476336-REG/Monostat_191011_Extension_for_RS16_Monopod.html
you could always buy 2 :P


hope those links help. good luck find one!

[dshirey]

Check out the Induro MXA45 - 76.5 in.,2.2lbs, aluminum - could be
just the ticket. (didn't look up price, but would bet its less than a Gitzo)

Thanks! Looks like that will fit the bill nicely! It is about $90, now I just need to try and find a good price.

Thanks for the help guys!

[ben_r_]

Yeah... I need tall. Maybe I should just save up for the Gitzo.
I would highly advise you do that if its a possibility! Once you go Gitzo youll never go back :)

[Katbird]

How about making a $1.00 special. Tie a string to a screw or piece of metal and then attach to your camera. I use a rapid connect or similiar attached to the camera to tie the string to then drop the end with the screw on the ground and hold firm with your foot. I dont always want to lug my stuff around and I find this quite easy and yes it does work.The tight string will steady your camera and this work pretty good non professional pleasure situations. I saw it on the internet a few months back so if anyone reading this has the link I'm sure others maybe interested.

[Jon]

How about making a $1.00 special. Tie a string to a screw or piece of metal and then attach to your camera. I use a rapid connect or similiar attached to the camera to tie the string to then drop the end with the screw on the ground and hold firm with your foot. I dont always want to lug my stuff around and I find this quite easy and yes it does work.The tight string will steady your camera and this work pretty good non professional pleasure situations. I saw it on the internet a few months back so if anyone reading this has the link I'm sure others maybe interested.There's one thread on here, which consists of the 17 zillion times people have come across this "new and exciting" idea, as it gets billed every time it's dug out. Search on "string tripod" in the title.

[tomdlgns]

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