Kasimir Posted January 3, 2008 Share #1 Posted January 3, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hello! Can anybody recommend a monopod that can be used as a hiking pole? Kasimir Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted January 3, 2008 Posted January 3, 2008 Hi Kasimir, Take a look here Trekking/Monopod. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
Photofox Posted January 3, 2008 Share #2 Posted January 3, 2008 Hello Kasimir There are a huge amount of different Trekkinkpoles, and I have seen people in the mountains of Norway, who have fittet gear at the pole to hold a camera. I have been using Manfrotto Monopods since1982 and I am very positive about them. There are two new lightweigt carbonfiber monopods from Manfrotto (some places sold as Bogen or what ever). Manfrotto 694 - Magfibre Monopod 4 Section Manfrotto 695 - Magfibre Monopod 5 Section Their adress: Manfrotto.com - homepage Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill Posted January 3, 2008 Share #3 Posted January 3, 2008 Yes. Leki Sierra Anti-Shock FS Hiking Pole I'm sure you'll find local stockists too. You may also find this: Peter Clinch's Hiking Poles Page Strangely interesting...! Regards, Bill Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasimir Posted January 3, 2008 Author Share #4 Posted January 3, 2008 I got a manfrotto pole but somehow managed to destroy it. Besides it wasn't strong enough to serve me as a hiking pole. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photofox Posted January 4, 2008 Share #5 Posted January 4, 2008 I have only occasionaly used mine monopods as walking sticks, but they never failed. I found the Leki Sierra here (a good place to buy !): Leki Sierra kaufen Sie bei Globetrotter Ausrüstung! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
usayit Posted January 4, 2008 Share #6 Posted January 4, 2008 I've been searching for a trekking/monopod and so far I've ran into monopods that are not comfortable to use as a walking stick (too heavy usually) and walking sticks that don't work well as monopods (not easily adjustable for height). Other lighter weight monpods have pretty large diameter tubing at the top which tires my hands out when heavily used as trekking pole. I also have a Neotec monopod which is great for long lenses/SLR use but has a tendency to extend when I don't want it to (usually while walking) as well as the hefty weight. Other monopods just didn't feel stable enough to support me if/when I stumble (I have weakened ankles from a childhood injury). Although not 100% perfect, I've been using the Gitzo monotrek and it has been just fine. I had to put a little grip tape under the foam grip to keep it fro slipping when it is humid outside. It also only has a metal "spike" which makes for a rather uncomfortable foot on pavement for urban outings. I fashioned a rubber "foot" out of some rubber automotive tube and a replacement rubber tripod "foot" that fits over the metal spike. Works pretty well now. I also wish that it was a bit shorter when completely collapsed so I can fit it IN my messenger bag when not in use. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasimir Posted January 4, 2008 Author Share #7 Posted January 4, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) The Gitzo look great, but will they carry my weight? My Manfrotto used to be about some inches shorter after half an hour of hiking! The weight of the pole is not an issue for me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjr Posted January 4, 2008 Share #8 Posted January 4, 2008 Gitzo GM2340 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leitz_not_leica Posted January 4, 2008 Share #9 Posted January 4, 2008 I have the Gitzo Monotrek and it's a flimsy piece of junk when compared to the Induro monopod at less than half the price and much more compact when collapsed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
usayit Posted January 4, 2008 Share #10 Posted January 4, 2008 I hardly agree that the monotrek is a "flimsy" junk... There are walking sticks with a simple cheap screw for attaching a camera and there are heavy duty monopods that are horrible for walking. They cover various degrees from "more like-walking-stick" to "more like a monopod"... but that is a personal decision. The Gitzo monotrek is a happy medium that I found works for me... mostly... I've never had it slip and collapse on itself as I use it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest darkstar2004 Posted January 6, 2008 Share #11 Posted January 6, 2008 I have the Bogen 3218 monopod and recommend it. It is light in weight, yet very sturdy. It would make a swell club, if some scumbag decided to try to relieve you of your Leica. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjr Posted January 6, 2008 Share #12 Posted January 6, 2008 I have the Gitzo Monotrek and it's a flimsy piece of junk when compared to the Induro monopod at less than half the price and much more compact when collapsed. A most interesting statement especially the ...junk bit..The world is definitely full of it! Junk ,I mean. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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