Low-Cost Pool Noodle Camera Support

[Belmondo]

As some of you are already aware, I left my big Bogen tripod with the Wimberly head on it sitting in the middle of the desert several days ago. Since then I’ve been scrambling to come up with a low-cost replacement until such time as I can afford a more suitable tripod/head. I believe I’ve come up with something that will do the job, and will perhaps be the precursor for a whole new family of photographic support systems. I have no doubts that many of you will see this and ask, “Why didn’t I think of that.”

The simple answer is, you’re not me.

I must confess to being blessed with an unusually creative mind. ‘Unusual' is the operative word here---none of my ideas ever work, but they are original.

Allow me to introduce you to ‘Belmondo’s Pool Noodle/Birdcage Hybrid Photographic Suspension System.’ It is a marvelous bit of engineering based on a birdcage stand, half a dozen zip ties, and a Pool Noodle. (Don’t you just love that name?)

http://www.onlinephotographers.com/gallery/albums/Hot-August-Nights/Birdcage_Pool_Noodle.sized.jpg

Design:

The heart of the BPNBHPSS is a birdcage stand. Everyone has one buried in the far recess of their garage, basement, or attic. If you don’t have one, sneak into your neighbor’s garage. He almost certainly has one and will never miss it.

The harness is made by stringing cable ties end-to-end and securing them to the top of the birdcage stand. A length of Pool Noodle is slit up one side and slipped over the bottom of the cable tie loop to form a cushion for whatever piece of equipment is going to be supported. I like to call it 'The Loop of Death.'

Another length of Pool Noodle is placed over the bottom of the birdcage frame to act as a part of the failsafe emergency cushion that hopefully will prevent damage to the camera when the harness fails and/or the birdcage frame collapses, as it almost certainly will as the weight of the load approaches 1/2 pound..

Performance:

In the photo, you will notice a 1-gallon ammonia bottle simulating a large lens. The diameters are roughly equal. It is assumed that the support will work similarly with a larger lens like the 500mm f/4, although the birdcage hoop did start to go egg-shaped when there was ammonia in the bottle----a possible design defect.

Possible Improvements to Basic Design:

The base is approximately 9” diameter. The stand tends to be a bit wobbly, and I’m considering attaching it to a 4ft X 4ft piece of ¾” plywood, although that might make it a bit too heavy, and will certainly have a negative impact on the portability.

Cost:

Anyway, I already had the stand, and the Pool Noodle cost $3.29. The cable ties cost about $.02 apiece, and I used roughly six of them. So far the entire project has cost in the neighborhood of $3.41. A half-sheet of ¾” plywood would have a very negative impact on the cost of this project, so we’re going to take our time deciding on that.

A Bonus:

Here’s the really good news. Pool noodles come in a variety of colors (http://www.9thtee.com/pooltoys.htm). I chose pink due to my highly developed sense of style, but others may choose a more conservative color scheme.

Conclusion:

There appears to be a weight limit of 4 1/2 ounces for the combined camera/lens combination. Also, because this is only a support system and not a tripod, you can't let go of the camera or it will fall to the ground.

We are continuing to improve the design, and will make the design improvements avaiable to you (at a cost) as they become available.

[MarkoPolo]

Wow, I'm just stunned at how much creativity losing a tripod can cause. That made me laugh!

[Mills]

Oh No Tom. I think that you lost more than your TriPod. :lol:

[Belmondo]

If you can't say anything nice.....


Do you think I should have used something besides pink?

[robertwgross]

Belmondo, did you stay out in the desert for too long?

---Bob Gross---

[RJSorensen]

I think it time you took some time off and perhaps let 'us' work on this for you. The shock of it all must not be good on you and yours, please accept our offer to find you a suitable replacement over the next few days . . . I am sure someone will come up with something.

[cmM]

must be nice to be retired.... :-P;)

That's just friggin awesome, I think you should put it up for auction :D

[CyberDyneSystems]

Tom,..

I went to your paypal site and put in my order for two "Belmondo Heads"
I'm sure it will be a much better solution than this damned Sidekick....

[IanD]

Tom,..

I went to your paypal site and put in my order for two "Belmondo Heads"
I'm sure it will be a much better solution than this damned Sidekick....
Two heads are better than one.:):):):):):):):):):):):):)

[IanD]

I think I have figured out the solution to the wobbely base. Four cinder blocks Devconed and bolted together would be a heck of a lot smaller than a 4 x 4 sheet of plywood and vastly easier to find. you could more than likely procure the above at any construction site. A lot easier to transport as well.
I too will order one of the BPNBPHSS if you can custom order me the Pool Noodle in Camo, without any company logo silk screened or other wise applied.


P.P. Nice white sofa bed.http://www.pbase.com/giant001/image/41592821.jpg

[Mills]

If you can't say anything nice.....


Do you think I should have used something besides pink?

Doesn't mean I wouldn't be first in line to BUY one! :D

[CoolToolGuy]

You know, in Baseball if you bat .300 you'll probably get into the Hall of Fame.

Now, I'm sure there are other Belmondo creations, but considering this and the 'Starbucks L Mug' I'd say you're batting .500. :lol: :lol: :lol:

Have Fun,

[HJMinard]

If there was any doubt remaining - after checking your post count - that you have too much time on your hands, it has been forever removed :)

The failsafe emergency cushion is ingenious, however ... well done.

[O/confusion]

Finally, Belmondo! An answer to the prayers of those of us who cannot yet afford a chunk of white 'L' glass but crave the public attention it invariably attracts.

Just a thought... if you hacksaw a couple of feet off the bottom of one of those babies, you could probably pad the end of the remaining stub below the loop with a dozen or so windings of duct tape, stuff it into your belt, and have yourself a dandy wearable camera platform. Harder to lose; but then again, that might also turn out to be its biggest drawback :D

Have to say, as a fairly recent arrival, that your unfailing wit and good humour is a terrific asset to this Forum. It is very much appreciated.

Cheers,
Terry

[Belmondo]

You'll have to wrap a whole lot of duct tape around that baby before I'm stuffing it in my pants. Thanks for the suggestion, though. Unfortunately, I only see serious potential for maiming myself, and that would certainly draw the wrong kind of attention. :lol:

[Steve Parr]

You'll have to wrap a whole lot of duct tape around that baby before I'm stuffing it in my pants.

I think I speak for everyone here when I ask that you refrain from ever putting those words together in a sentence again.

Thank you.

Steve

[Belmondo]

I think I speak for everyone here when I ask that you refrain from ever putting those words together in a sentence again.

Thank you.

SteveGood point. A momentary lapse. :o :lol:

[Skip Souza]

You guys are killin' me:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[Maureen Souza]

Tom, maybe we should take up a collection around here and buy you a real tripod....before you really lose your noodle!!!!!

[neil_r]

Sir I always thought of you with the greatest respect and admiration, your very words contained such gravitas and authority that one could not help but be in awe of you presence. I am afraid I have to write and tell you now, that this is no longer the case, all the respect and yes I am not too proud to admit it, hero worship that I had for you has now gone. What did it take to cause the amazing fall from grace?

The admission that you actually eat “Pot Noodle”

All the former respect has turned to sympathy and I am busy trying to organize food parcels to be dispatched to Indian Wells as I type.

N

[iwatkins]

Madman ;)

[IanD]

Madman ;)
Mad you say? I fairly doubt it.
A couple of hours playing around in the garage with an old bird cage stand, a hand full of zip ties, a Pool Noodle and a old plastic jug has produced offers of a new tripod, food parcels and medical treatment.
Brilliant I say, just brilliant!
:):):):):):):):):):):):):)

[Belmondo]

Mad you say? I fairly doubt it.
A couple of hours playing around in the garage with an old bird cage stand, a hand full of zip ties, a Pool Noodle and a old plastic jug has produced offers of a new tripod, food parcels and medical treatment.
Brilliant I say, just brilliant!
:):):):):):):):):):):):):)


Well, thank you for noticing. :p ;)

[PhotosGuy]

Do you think I should have used something besides pink? Not sure. Does it match your eyes? (All those tears at the loss of your tripod.)
...stuff it into your belt, and have yourself a dandy wearable camera platform. He could just put the loop around his neck & sing that wonderful old anthem for the functionally 'special', "They're coming to take me away, ha,ha, hee, hee, ho, ho..." (NO, I don't wish to discuss why I still remember the lyrics!)
A couple of hours playing around in the garage with an old bird cage stand, a hand full of zip ties, a Pool Noodle and a old plastic jug... ...is certainly a cry for help, but probably harmless self-inflicted therapy!

[PacAce]

I'm running blind here as I can NOT view this supposed modern marvel on my work computer. Maybe when I get home. Anyway, is this something that should go in the "Do you cobble?" thread? :confused:

:mrgreen:

[IanD]

I'm running blind here as I can NOT view this supposed modern marvel on my work computer. Maybe when I get home. Anyway, is this something that should go in the "Do you cobble?" thread? :confused:

:mrgreen:
More like the "Do You Have Bad Dreams" thread:):):):):):):):):)

[PacAce]

More like the "Do You Have Bad Dreams" thread:):):):):):):):):)
Ha-ha!

I'm home now and I am able to view the image now. Hmm, wonder why I couldn't at work. Probably the image didn't make it through the XXX blocker or whatever. :confused:

Anyway, I think that camera support has some real potential. If I were going to use it, I would rest the lens on the the bottom part of the circular support. Then, I can use the top part to rest the Better Beamer flash assembly. Or, as I have always wanted to shoot my still camera and video camera in tandem, this support system would fit that bill very nicely. Still camera on the bottom and the lighter-weight camcorder at the top to kill two birds with one stone, so to speak. :D

[Belmondo]

Ha-ha!

I'm home now and I am able to view the image now. Hmm, wonder why I couldn't at work. Probably the image didn't make it through the XXX blocker or whatever. :confused:

Anyway, I think that camera support has some real potential. If I were going to use it, I would rest the lens on the the bottom part of the circular support. Then, I can use the top part to rest the Better Beamer flash assembly. Or, as I have always wanted to shoot my still camera and video camera in tandem, this support system would fit that bill very nicely. Still camera on the bottom and the lighter-weight camcorder at the top to kill two birds with one stone, so to speak. :D


(Taking notes.)

That's good stuff Leo. You can expect to see some of that in the sales brochure.

[O/confusion]

Quote:

Still camera on the bottom and the lighter-weight camcorder at the top to kill two birds with one stone, so to speak. :D
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Hey PacAce,

If you scatter some bird seed around the base of "Belmondo's Last Stand", you could possibly off a lot more of them before your shoot is over. :lol:

Nice idea, though!

Cheers,

Terry

[cyclone]

Nice.....but will it hold your Starbucks java lens?

Cyclone

[RockOne]

P.O.T.N. Low-Cost Pool Noodle Camera Support Ordering Page is open - ORDER NOW!


:) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)

[IanD]

I clicked on the link and it don't work:(
P.O.T.N. Low-Cost Pool Noodle Camera Support Ordering Page is open - ORDER NOW!

[Edgar in ATL]

Watch out for the shipping charges...our inventive friend has his eye on more L glass.

[RockOne]

I clicked on the link and it don't work
P.O.T.N. Low-Cost Pool Noodle Camera Support Ordering Page is open - ORDER NOW!

Looks like the marketing department can't keep up with the R&D department :-) :-) !

[O/confusion]

Watch out for the shipping charges...our inventive friend has his eye on more L glass.

Stand....and Delivery? Hmmm. Sounds like highway robbery to me!

Terry

[O/confusion]

Looks like the marketing department can't keep up with the R&D department :-) :-) !

I believe the hold-up may be in the Legal Department; I heard a rumour that Canon is claiming patent infringement because of the obvious similarities between the camera retaining mechanism of "Belmondo's Last Stand" and that of the 20D's BG-E2 grip. :D

[Belmondo]

I believe the hold-up may be in the Legal Department; I heard a rumour that Canon is claiming patent infringement because of the obvious similarities between the camera retaining mechanism of "Belmondo's Last Stand" and that of the 20D's BG-E2 grip. :D

I'm having a lot of trouble convincing their legal department that the flex in the support harness is intentional (unlike the BG-E2).

[O/confusion]

I'm having a lot of trouble convincing their legal department that the flex in the support harness is intentional (unlike the BG-E2).

I'm confused now. I thought the flex in the BG-E2 was an ergonomic feature designed to prevent fatigue due to prolonged periods of uninterrupted shooting? :)

Terry

[Sabina]

What about using a horse shoe shaped sandbag around the base to give it more stability? Also, you could use two or more noodles glues together to make more of a base for the camera to rest upon....?

[condyk]

Hey, but what happened to the bird?

Probably sat on a toilet brush with a toothbrush gaffer taped across the top!

[Edgar in ATL]

Well, mine just arrived by FedEx overnight and it has DUST on the noodle. Should I send it back or try to clean it myself? Is quality control gone forever?

[IanD]

Well, mine just arrived by FedEx overnight and it has DUST on the noodle. Should I send it back or try to clean it myself? Is quality control gone forever?
Man, I hate dust on my.........nope, ain't goin there, no way.:):):):):):o:o:o:o:o:o:o:o:o

[Belmondo]

C'mon. It's just like sensor dust. all you have to do is.....


Oh, never mind.

[O/confusion]

Hey, but what happened to the bird?

Probably sat on a toilet brush with a toothbrush gaffer taped across the top!

Edgar in ATL--I think the accessory condyk is describing should solve your problem! :D

Terry

[marie]

I agree.

Shoving duct tape in one's pants is not only un-PC but dangerous as well.

:shock:


:mrgreen::mrgreen:

not to some

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in the meantime
maybe try out this tripod Tom http://www.photography-on-the.net/forum/images/smilies/icon_confused.gif

you're welcome
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http://www.pbase.com/image/18202530/original.jpg:mrgreen:

[PhotosGuy]

not to some Sounds as if Marie got a hot wax for that new bikini! :)

[PacAce]

Well, mine just arrived by FedEx overnight and it has DUST on the noodle. Should I send it back or try to clean it myself? Is quality control gone forever?
Dust? :confused: You should have seen it before he cleaned off any evidence of bird presence on it. :mrgreen:

[johnnybfan]

He could just put the loop around his neck & sing that wonderful old anthem for the functionally 'special', "They're coming to take me away, ha,ha, hee, hee, ho, ho..." (NO, I don't wish to discuss why I still remember the lyrics!)
...is certainly a cry for help, but probably harmless self-inflicted therapy!
If you think that remembering the lyrics is bad - I've got the 45 rpm record downstairs in my basement! :rolleyes: Do any of you remember what is on the flip-side?? I think that the flip-side is a great match for you, belmondo!

[Belmondo]

If you think that remembering the lyrics is bad - I've got the 45 rpm record downstairs in my basement! :rolleyes: Do any of you remember what is on the flip-side?? I think that the flip-side is a great match for you, belmondo!

I can hardly wait to hear what it is. :lol:

[O/confusion]

If you think that remembering the lyrics is bad - I've got the 45 rpm record downstairs in my basement! :rolleyes: Do any of you remember what is on the flip-side?? I think that the flip-side is a great match for you, belmondo!

Is that the one where the flip side is just the same thing, only backwards?

Terry

[Maureen Souza]

You guys are noodling this thing to death.......:p

But it sure is funny!:lol: :lol:

[CoolToolGuy]

You guys are noodling this thing to death.......:p

But it sure is funny!:lol: :lol:

If I didn't know better, I'd say they have us jumping through hoops! :lol: :lol: :lol:

Have Fun,

[sparker1]

Well, Tom, I didn't want to tell you, but now that I've seen the ravings brought on by the loss of your tripod and associated gear, I must share this information with you. I have seen what appears to be a wimberly head in another post on this very forum. It was cleverly disguised as the antlers of a Desert Moose. Who knows, the tripod may also be found ingeniously hidden as a body part on the same moose. Good hunting.

[DwightMcCann]

Yes, yes, but where is the link to the thread about why you walk off without your tripod?

[Belmondo]

Yes, yes, but where is the link to the thread about why you walk off without your tripod?


This was where I bared my soul... http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=64935

[O/confusion]

[QUOTE=Maureen Souza]You guys are noodling this thing to death.......:p

Yes, Maureen, you're quite right. Looks like It's just about on its last leg--mind you, it looked much the same way when this all started! Think I'd better go climb into my comfy straitjacket and take a couple of valium now....before I'm tempted to hit it again while it's down. :D

Great fun, everyone! And many thanks to you, Tom, for presenting the opening for some really cheap (but good-natured) shots and a lot of laughs over the course of the last few days. I sincerely hope you find a satisfactory replacement for your dear departed gear soon. Keep us posted.

Cheers,

Terry

[johnnybfan]

[QUOTE=O/confusion]Is that the one where the flip side is just the same thing, only backwards?
Yup, the flip side is backwards! I've never figured out how they were able to sing the song and play the music backwards like that :confused::confused::confused::D:D:D
Guess that's why I don't come up with these HUGE money-maker ideas like belmondo. lol

[marie]

Sounds as if Marie got a hot wax for that new bikini! http://www.photography-on-the.net/forum/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif


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tread web locked

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[PhotosGuy]

That lock doesn't look locked to me!

[marie]

That lock doesn't look locked to me!


:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
the spiders are guarding it,
they must have disturbed the lock :evil:


maybe Tom unlocked it :shock:

[sparker1]

Marie, I'm sorry to tell you, but that lock isn't quite level. I'm sure it can be easily fixed in Photoshop. LOL

[Wazza]

I have now cancelled my recently ordered neck strap, and replaced the order with this wonderful contraption. I like the idea of a support not crippling my poor shoulders and neck. Please have one pink, and one purple ready to go to the deep south, New Zealand. I decline the courier charge, $1143.29 was just too much. :eek:

[IanD]

I almost clicked on the order button then realized that I have a perfectly good tripod setup. Maybe not as fancy as the PNCS but it will have to do. However what I am lacking is a good monopod setup. Ya got a Pool Noodle Monopod Camera Support version? Just the head cause if the whole thing was a PN it would be a little flexy.
:):):):):):)

[CoolToolGuy]

I almost clicked on the order button then realized that I have a perfectly good tripod setup. Maybe not as fancy as the PNCS but it will have to do. However what I am lacking is a good monopod setup. Ya got a Pool Noodle Monopod Camera Support version? Just the head cause if the whole thing was a PN it would be a little flexy.
:):):):):):)

Pssssst - Tom - don't you have an old broomstick? You could wrap a PN around it, glue a 1/4x20 bolt on the end of the stick, and open your eBay store! :rolleyes: :lol: :lol:

Have Fun,

[marie]

Marie, I'm sorry to tell you, but that lock isn't quite level. I'm sure it can be easily fixed in Photoshop. LOL

:confused:
amazing how you all got past it Stan
it's supposed to be locked.

must be that lock


:lol: :lol:

[CyberDyneSystems]

Hey,.. the best aprt about this support.. IT FLOATS!

[Belmondo]

Pssssst - Tom - don't you have an old broomstick? You could wrap a PN around it, glue a 1/4x20 bolt on the end of the stick, and open your eBay store! :rolleyes: :lol: :lol:

Have Fun,


Belmondo is feverishly building the prototype while trying to corner the market on Pool Noodles.

[marie]

psst Tom ?

it's killing me, but who is that in the bed ....in the shot ? http://www.photography-on-the.net/forum/images/smilies/icon_confused.gif

I see a lotta lumps under the duvet http://www.photography-on-the.net/forum/images/smilies/icon_eek.gif


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[O/confusion]

psst Tom ?

it's killing me, but who is that in the bed ....in the shot ? http://www.photography-on-the.net/forum/images/smilies/icon_confused.gif

I see a lotta lumps under the duvet http://www.photography-on-the.net/forum/images/smilies/icon_eek.gif


I think it's the parrot.
Oh, blast--I said I wasn't going to keep this up, didn't I?

Terry (Poor Impulse Control) :o

[marie]

I think it's the parrot.
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Lois




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lock lock lock lock

:o

[Belmondo]

psst Tom ?

it's killing me, but who is that in the bed ....in the shot ? http://www.photography-on-the.net/forum/images/smilies/icon_confused.gif

I see a lotta lumps under the duvet http://www.photography-on-the.net/forum/images/smilies/icon_eek.gif


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Here's my chance to really enhance my image here in the forum, but the sad fact is, that's actually a sofa bed, and it's in my garage. All the lumpy bits are just pillows.

I have actually been plotting against that sofa as it has been taking up space in the garage since we first moved into the house---maybe 5 years now. For some reason, Lois seems to like the idea of having the thing out there, no doubt as a possible place to send me when my behavior dips from poor to unacceptable.

[Maureen Souza]

Hey,.. the best aprt about this support.. IT FLOATS!

Does that mean I can take it in the pool???? Actually, I think the Noodle thread has gotten a lot of mileage ....or bang for it's buck, don'tcha think?!

[roanjohn]

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OMG!!!! This contraption/floating device could've saved my Canon!!!

TOM - you're a genius!!! Patent this before the Gitzo guys steal your idea.

.....:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: ....

Ro1

[marie]

Thanks Tom

Here's my chance to really enhance my image here in the forum,

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you don't have to prove anything to us


but the sad fact is, that's actually a sofa bed, and it's in my garage. All the lumpy bits are just pillows.

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I have actually been plotting against that sofa as it has been taking up space in the garage since we first moved into the house---maybe 5 years now.

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For some reason, Lois seems to like the idea of having the thing out there,

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no doubt as a possible place to send me when my behavior dips from poor to unacceptable.


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which is always , but we love it

[cylentka]

This is too funny to leave alone. :)

[lostdoggy]

wow somebody musta been bored and dug out this thread from two years ago.

To think somebody would do a search for pool noodle in a photo forum!!!

[Permagrin]

To think somebody would do a search for pool noodle in a photo forum!!!

oh why not? :lol: :lol: :lol: I can think of worse things to do a search on! :lol: :lol: Now that we are two years down the road, maybe the Chief should tell us just how affective the noodle experiment was :lol:

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oh why not? :lol: :lol: :lol: I can think of worse things to do a search on! :lol: :lol: Now that we are two years down the road, maybe the Chief should tell us just how affective the noodle experiment was :lol:
That would be good to see :grin: