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Old 15 Aug 2005, 12:15 (Ref:1382669)   #1
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Need a new monopod

I've got a Jessops 330 model, and it rubbish to be quite honest. The main problem with it really is that it has a quick release plate, attached to a movable head, which just makes it more wobbly... Add to that it fell off yesterday, luckily I managed to catch the camera before it hit the ground...

Can someone reccomend a more sturdy model, preferably with out breaking the bank? For some reason I begrudge paying a fortune for an extendable pole...
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Old 15 Aug 2005, 17:39 (Ref:1382931)   #2
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I recently picked up a Manfrotto 680B off eBay - new and boxed for about £30. There's no moveable head or quick release plate, although I'm sure you could fit one if required. It's very solid with a recomended max load of 22lbs which is far more than I'm ever likely to need.

Would definately recomend that.
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Old 15 Aug 2005, 18:03 (Ref:1382948)   #3
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I use a monfrotto as well and can say I have never had any problems with it, they are light and strong.
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Old 15 Aug 2005, 19:59 (Ref:1383033)   #4
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Manfrotto 680 is a top piece of kit. No Quick release head etc, has a 60mm circular head which makes a nice firm base when you screw your kit onto it. Have a scout around the web and you should be able to pick one up. Real shop price is about £40.
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Old 15 Aug 2005, 21:52 (Ref:1383144)   #6
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Jessops sold me a Manfrotto 680B for i think it was about £36.00 just the other weekend and it is a nice bit of kit Paul
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Old 16 Aug 2005, 02:27 (Ref:1383248)   #8
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I have a Walimex wich i bought at eBay. Its very light and stable , i am perfectly happy with it. Price was about 60€
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Old 16 Aug 2005, 21:14 (Ref:1384066)   #9
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Most of use have started to use the Velbon Pro-8 as it will take up to a 600mm and suit even a 7ft basketball player.
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Old 17 Aug 2005, 16:48 (Ref:1384819)   #10
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A Manfrotto something-or-other has done me proud.. It's beat up and battered now so probably due retirement.. But they're sturdy and, most important, you can take them apart and repair them when needed..
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second the Manfrotto repair comment. all their products are generally well made and its easy to get replacement parts if the need arises. I have a black manfrotto monopod which is heavier than the earlier model I had (another manfrotto) which I lost unfortunately. Don't know how much carbonfibre ones go for, but I would appreciate the weight savings when it comes to schlepping, I just don't use one enough to need any different from what I have.

I do find quick releases to be an absolute must for monopod use, to be able to get a body on or off quickly depending on the need.
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Old 31 Aug 2005, 14:24 (Ref:1395549)   #12
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Just got a Manfrotto 679B off ebay in time for the Nurburgring. Seems superb, super solid etc.
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