Heavy duty light stand

Cans someone recommend me a good quality budget light stand that is heavy duty enough to handle lets say an alien bee with a large soft box

The light stand from Paul Buff for $70 is really good for that application.

Tom

http://www.calumetphot​o.com …met_10_light_st​and/mf6040

For simple use even impact 9.5 heavy duty stand for $40 (B&H) would work.

I use the TS13AC w/ my B1600 and Giant Softbox: http://paulcbuff.com/t​s13ac.php

I'd recommend an air cushioned stand if you plan to use large/heavy modifiers. Your fingers will thank you.

Foodguy wrote in post #14279760
http://www.calumetphot​o.com …met_10_light_st​and/mf6040

Which umbrella bracket you suggest to go with this?

Depending on what you consider budget and if you are looking for something really solid or something more portable. This C-stand would be my choice but it's heavy duty and comes with a 40" arm and grip head that is very versatile for everything from short booming of strobes to holding flags or reflectors. It's one of those things that your buy it once and never need to replace it. http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …ster_Century_C_​Stand.html

Like the above poster mentioned, the C-stand is seriously well made and heavy enough for most any application. While it is portable, it's not perfect for hauling out to a nature glamour shot 1/2 mile in the woods. If you need to boom, this is a great strong stand that will last a long time. This stand would very easily handle a AB + large softbox. Great for studio stuff but maybe not so ideal for location shoots.

penduboy wrote in post #14280563
Which umbrella bracket you suggest to go with this?

Can't suggest one but give 'em a call, they're very helpful. Also they've got an excellent return policy should something not be what you had hoped.

penduboy wrote in post #14280563
Which umbrella bracket you suggest to go with this?

Can't go wrong with Manfrotto's 026 bracket. Calumet has an identical replica (I believe it's about the same price).

v35skyline wrote in post #14280882
Can't go wrong with Manfrotto's 026 bracket. Calumet has an identical replica (I believe it's about the same price).

Thanks for your quick reply....should I go with Manfrotto' light stand as well instead of Calumet?....any recommendations for a good reasonable priced light stand and umbrella (36 or 43 inches or even bigger)?

Most of Calumet's grip equipment is re-branded Manfroto. Usually a tiny bit cheaper in price but not quality.

Foodguy wrote in post #14279760
http://www.calumetphot​o.com …met_10_light_st​and/mf6040

I use those too!

UPS says my PBL light stands are waiting for me at home. Some people say they like them better than what Buff sells. It's this super cheap kit btw. http://www.amazon.com …a_2?qid=1334702​860&sr=8-2

Unboxed the PBL stands today. They are a bit more lightweight that I thought they would be, but very, very solidly built. Fairly wide stance too. The locks are nice heavy metal levers and collars. No wiggle from the stands with the locks applied. Now I just need my ABs to get here tomorrow so I can load the stands and see what I really think.