NFR NFR Photo monopod trekking poles
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Long shot here: Maybe @Herkileez can make you one? He makes wading staffs and from all reviews - very good ones...
Phil, when I return home early next week I may have exactly what you need. I have a barely used Manfrotto/Bogen monopod, three section, with wrist strap that I hardly used. It has lived in 4 different zip codes and needs a new home. I have yet to use it in the last three. I’m 6’1” so I know it would work. Maybe trade for 3 flies and a slightly used “bobber”.
The problem is that trekking poles aren't designed to be as high because nobody has arms that would be positioned at 5ft plus. So she'll either need to trek with a photo monopod (which may or may not hold up to that) or use trekking poles with a camera mount, and crouch down a bit.
@VAGABOND that sounds great. I have bobbers of varying vintage that may appeal to you. Thanks.
@Josh that’s the tension I’m dealing with. She has back problems, which makes leaning down problematic. I was thinking she could use it hiking length, and then stretch it to take pictures. If not, she’ll just have to angle the lcd on the camera.
@Josh that’s the tension I’m dealing with. She has back problems, which makes leaning down problematic. I was thinking she could use it hiking length, and then stretch it to take pictures. If not, she’ll just have to angle the lcd on the camera.
I was actually looking at some of the rifle rest monopods, since they tend to be taller. I should look at some to see if they use a standard threaded insert.
Phil, here's an idea:
Most people who see this on my walks ask "How's fishing?"
My woodworking genius friend made this for me, using a lathe and some other tools. He made the "fly line" look real by holding a tool against the spinning wood until it burnt. He has made a few varieties of these monopods, with different removeable tops, such as a shooting rest from an antler fork.
Maybe there's someone in your neck of the woods who could make something similar. If not, I could ask my friend if he would make one for your lady. He's up here in B.C.
Most people who see this on my walks ask "How's fishing?"
My woodworking genius friend made this for me, using a lathe and some other tools. He made the "fly line" look real by holding a tool against the spinning wood until it burnt. He has made a few varieties of these monopods, with different removeable tops, such as a shooting rest from an antler fork.
Maybe there's someone in your neck of the woods who could make something similar. If not, I could ask my friend if he would make one for your lady. He's up here in B.C.
That's a great idea, more of a wizard staff than a trekking pole
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Most treking poles vary from around 4-5 ft extended length with even monopods ranging from 5-5.6 ft extended length. Your best bet is to find or make an extension about 12" long to bring it up to required height that she'd feel comfortable with. I'd think that a monopod would be the better option since it would be much sturdier for mounting a camera. This monopod on Amazon would be a good choice since it even offers a stable 3 foot base mount (removable) for stablizing the camera better. Max length is 65" so you may still need an extension to allow for some adjustment. If she is 5'-9" (69") it may even be the right height that see needs. With back problems, just a few inches will cause some pain and discomfort over time. Bringing up to eye level without having to stoop even for a few inches would be her best bet..
Amazon product ASIN B0B11MX676
Amazon product ASIN B0B11MX676
Phil, this monopod has an adjustable height from (visualizing here) 2.5’-5.75’ unfortunatelyit doesn’t come with the recently released Gitzo Duckhead Ball Mount. 
Man, I wish I had one of those. Just think, The Karma!
Both of my Gitzo heads have served me so well I’ve never seen the need to upgrade. Each section has secure locks.
It is not the newer carbon fiber model, a 3 weight say, it’s a heavier duty metal 7 weight. I used it, barely, with a Rollei 6008i but found the combo to cumbersome to haul around.
I’ll even include a leather reel bag to cover the head so when trekking the high country her hand will not be affected in any way.
Man, I wish I had one of those. Just think, The Karma!Both of my Gitzo heads have served me so well I’ve never seen the need to upgrade. Each section has secure locks.
It is not the newer carbon fiber model, a 3 weight say, it’s a heavier duty metal 7 weight. I used it, barely, with a Rollei 6008i but found the combo to cumbersome to haul around.
I’ll even include a leather reel bag to cover the head so when trekking the high country her hand will not be affected in any way.
This is so generous, and I’ll gladly take you up on it. PM on the way.Phil, this monopod has an adjustable height from (visualizing here) 2.5’-5.75’ unfortunatelyit doesn’t come with the recently released Gitzo Duckhead Ball Mount.
Both of my Gitzo heads have served me so well I’ve never seen the need to upgrade. Each section has secure locks.
It is not the newer carbon fiber model, a 3 weight say, it’s a heavier duty metal 7 weight. I used it, barely, with a Rollei 6008i but found the combo to cumbersome to haul around.
I’ll even include a leather reel bag to cover the head so when trekking the high country her hand will not be affected in any way.