Archive 2016 · Any tips for a hiking monopod?

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p.1 #1 · p.1 #1 · Any tips for a hiking monopod?

Hey all.

I currently have a heavy duty Manfrotto 682B Monopod with ball head ~ over 4.4 pounds and almost 6' 6" extended. Love it but mainly used for birding with big lenses.

Any suggestions for a lightweight sturdy monopods I can use for occasional useage. I shoot/hike mainly a canon 6d with primes so not crazy heavy would be ideal.

Thanks!

Mar 31, 2016 at 12:44 PM

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p.1 #2 · p.1 #2 · Any tips for a hiking monopod?

This Feisol is nice and sturdy, a pound lighter than your pod. Despite the low weight, I can use it with large lenses easily.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/848842-REG/FEISOL_CM_1471_CM_1471_Rapid_Monopod.html
Probably need a lighter ballhead to make a big difference.

Mar 31, 2016 at 02:02 PM

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p.1 #3 · p.1 #3 · Any tips for a hiking monopod?

Mefoto sells their Walkabout monopods.
I have no idea what they're like, but have seen them online. Website says they weigh 1.4 pounds.
LINK

Mar 31, 2016 at 02:42 PM


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