Anyone used a Monopod before?

[Roscue2]

I have been thinking about buying a tripod for a while, but because I like getting out and hiking I am thinking a mono pod might be better suited for my uses. A mono pod, if you don't know, is basically a pole that holds a camera, hence the name mono pod. Many mono pods are also hiking poles, which is why I am thinking it would be better than a tripod for hiking, being that a tripod would be awkward to carry on my hydration pack.

Just thought I would share my thoughts. HH and GL

 

[Kelley (Texas)]

The monopod that I use is a very simple one and would be good for hiking or for use where a tripod is prohibited. below are three links to get you started in how to use a monopod. Kelley (Texas)

http://stillmotionblog.com/2013/07/09/monopod-power/

http://www.photographymad.com/pages/view/how-to-hold-a-monopod

http://www.outdooreyes.com/photo5.php3

 

[Roscue2]

Thank you for taking the time to find these links for me Kelley. I am reading them and its interesting to read about the different ways one can use a mono pod. HH and GL

 

[Detector Man]

I bought a monopod from walmart (online) for about 10 dollars...never used it and then i figure out that i would like one with a "swivel" top

This was my first purchase and i returned it because of its non adjustable top....was only 9.99 shipped to the store
1 Targus Red TG-MP6710 67" Camera/Camcorder Monopod

this is the monopod i recently ordered from walmart so that it has that swivel top....i paid 20.14 shipped to the store..i noticed now that its 22.13 plus tax shipped to the store ...
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Vanguard-Espod-AM-204S-4-Section-Monopod/17173668


of course both had sales tax tagged on.

havent used it yet butim sure it will do the job for me

 

[Roscue2]

Well, the monopod also has to be a hiking pole. That way it pulls double duty and is light. Still looking into some on Amazon and other sites. Thanks and HH

 

[Kelley (Texas)]

as a hiking pole too, you might want to consider a one piece monopod if there is such a thing. Most monopods have several hollow sections that retract within each section, and when extended, are held in place by a folding latch. I would wonder how strong the latch would be in preventing it from collapsing on you when applying weight to it as you would a walking stick. Kelley (Texas)

 

[Roscue2]

n/t

 

[kshollywood]

Buy a monopod with retractable legs. I can unscrew a cap at the bottom of my monopod and three legs come out so I can still use it as a tripod. When I'm finished I just push the legs back in the bottom and screw the cap back in the bottom and it's a monopod. It will be a little more expensive but you will have more options. Don't buy a cheap one, I have a Bogen.