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12/22/2003 09:26:19 AM · #1 |
I go Geocaching and like to take photos in the woods. These mini-pods can be strapped to a tree or any other stable object. I've been eyeing them for a while and was wondering if anyone has any experience with them.
Here's a link:
//www.rei.com/online/store/Search?stat=7889&langId=-1&storeId=8000&textQuery=ultrapod+2
Thanx in advance for any and all comments.
Burgy. |
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12/22/2003 09:57:05 AM · #2 |
I love my Ultrapod II. Works great for those real low level shots, macros, and strapping around small trees or branches. It even fits perfectly and stable on the strap tie downs on my Sport Trac. Very versatile. And since my Slik Sprint Pro broke and waiting for the new one, I use it alot more.
Great for backpacking, etc. of course |
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12/22/2003 11:25:01 AM · #3 |
| I've been meaning to get one of these -- I think I can get an REI gift certificate. As I remember, a handy technique is to strap it to a signpost .... |
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12/22/2003 12:40:33 PM · #4 |
| Damn, now you show me another thing I need to buy. I want one. |
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12/22/2003 03:15:58 PM · #5 |
Originally posted by deafwolf:
Damn, now you show me another thing I need to buy. I want one. |
I have an Ultrapod II that I bought for my Nikon 995 about a year ago. Even with the relatively light 995, I had to use a cable release to avoid shake; with a DSLR on it, it is very flimsy. I'd almost prefer a beanbag, but the Ultrapod is alot more compact than a beanbag. It still travels with me, just in case I am without my tripod & want to take a long exposure.
I'm thinking about modifying it with a thin cable running between the legs to eliminate the splaying which is the source of most of the instability. Maybe over Xmas break... |
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12/22/2003 03:30:10 PM · #6 |
I bought one of those about 12 years ago. It looks absolutely identical, but may well be a different brand.
I find it far too flimsy for the SLR, especially with a zoom lens. Nice bit of equipment though, but better suited to a compact camera.
More recentlky I bought a proper mini tripod that is still nice and compact, but far more sturdy. Looke like any other tripod except the top does not come off to attach to the camera. It's made for table tops etc and I find it very stable indeed.
You can't attach it to trees etc like the one here though, which is the one thing that model still had going for it.
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12/22/2003 05:42:01 PM · #7 |
| Thanx, I think I'm going to pick one up. |
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01/18/2004 07:07:18 PM · #8 |
I've lent the tripod that Natator mentioned above, and yes, it is an Ultrapod.
One use I discovered for it over the weekend (although I didnt end up going on the shoot for National Geographic challenge, so I couldnt try it out) was to convert it to a makeshift monopod.
Close up the legs, and sit it on the top of a broom handle or similar length of wood. As the legs are shaped as they are, the Ultrapod sits snugly against the broomhandle. Then, wrap the velcro strap around the handle and the Ultrapod. Sits nice and tight, or you can use another piece of cord/strap to further secure it.
Voila, monopod / walking stick!
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01/19/2004 06:05:17 AM · #9 |
Airport security stops me every time because apparently when folded it looks like a gun viewed through an X-Ray machine.
However it's too darn valuable to be without, so I deal with it. Best ten bucks I ever spent i think. well...photographically speaking anyway  |
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01/19/2004 08:20:58 AM · #10 |
Originally posted by sleekr:
... convert it to a makeshift monopod.
Close up the legs, and sit it on the top of a broom handle or similar length of wood. As the legs are shaped as they are, the Ultrapod sits snugly against the broomhandle. Then, wrap the velcro strap around the handle and the Ultrapod. Sits nice and tight, or you can use another piece of cord/strap to further secure it.
Voila, monopod / walking stick! |
Sounds more secure than my version:
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01/19/2004 08:48:49 AM · #11 |
| I have the Ultrapod II and it's great. Heck, I've even put the heavy Nikon D100 on there. :) Definitely a worthwile investment. |
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