Impact Varipoles: so far, so good!

I posted a couple months ago, asking for advice on the Impact Varipoles (basically the exact same thing as Manfrotto's Autopoles). Being such a new product, no one really knew anything about them so it seems I may be a forum first at getting my hands on a set. Initially, I was a little skeptical, because this kit sells for roughly HALF the cost of Manfrotto's Autopoles . I received everything last night and setup was a breeze. I am thoroughly impressed with how heavy duty and well constructed the kit seems to be, so far, despite not actually being able to mount a roll on it yet (I plan to buy a 9' Savage grey paper roll next week, locally). The Varidrive system with chains seems to function very smooth so I cannot foresee any issues but will keep you all posted once I actually mount a roll on it and put the system to good use!

$291.75 - Impact Varipoles Kit: http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …ipole_Support_S​ystem.html
$573.57 - Manfrotto Autopoles Kit: http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …e_AutoPole_Expa​n_Kit.html

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Interesting that the black and silver Varipoles are priced the same, $84.95, but the black kit costs $50 more than the silver one.

How high are your ceilings, Ryan?

tetrode wrote in post #16594486
Interesting that the black and silver Varipoles are priced the same, $84.95, but the black kit costs $50 more than the silver one.

How high are your ceilings, Ryan?

8 feet. And FWIW, I've loosened off the super-clamps since snapping the picture and slid the hooks right up to the ceiling. The lowest of the 3 rolls is now sitting at 82" (or 6'10").

I have been looking for something like this!!
Have you tried the rolls yet?