Induro Alloy 6M Monopod AM25 (Black) |
 enlarge | Brand: Induro
Category: Photography
List Price: $78.00
Buy New: $53.00
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Rating:  1 reviews
Sales Rank: 3607
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 23 x 3 x 3
MPN: AM25
Model: AM25
EAN: 6931747350322
ASIN: B002SXMRVM
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Features:
| • | Dust and moisture resistant leg locks lets you work in real world environments without any concerns. Just rinse off the legs and they're ready for the next assignment | | • | Half-turn leg lock mechanisms ? a simple half turn of the leg locks lets you quickly and easily unlock the sections for fast height adjustment and then tighten them down for rock solid support. | | • | Reversible Tripod Head Mounting Screw ? assures compatibility with virtually any monopod/tripod head (1/4-20 or 3/8-16). | | • | Closed Cell Foam Grip ? provides comfortable handling during cold or hot outdoor conditions. | | • | Monopod Head Set Screw ? adds additional security by locking monopod heads in place. |
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Product Description
The Induro AM25 Alloy 8M AM-Series 5-Section Monopod offers the support needed in tight spaces or for stability and mobility in fast moving shooting situations. AM-Series monopod is made with super-high grade precision machined Aluminum Alloy tubing. The AM-series monopod has up to twice the load capacity of earlier models. Dust and moisture-resistant construction assure reliable performance in virtually any environment. It includes belt mount monopod holster.
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Customer Reviews:
Hiker's Monopod May 21, 2010
Les Schmader (Western Pa.)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I'm not sure how I got along without this monopod for all the miles I've trekked and travelled. At a short 16" compressed and 1.1#, it is about as compact and lightweight as I could find, even vs; carbon fiber models at 2-3 times the price. Adding Induro's TH-S tilthead completed the setup and totaled out at 1.7# and the end results are well worth the additional weight, even for an ultralight hiker like myself.
The monopod itself is extremely sturdy when the "twist locks" are snugged up, despite the 5 section design. The leg locks themselves are much more "gripable" than I had expected, being more protruded in design and of a somewhat "pliable" rubber, resistant to slippage when wet. Even my smaller hands can grasp all 4 locks at once and release them easily for quick extension. Little force is needed to then add tension. The twistlocks make reducing the height a simple and accurate procedure vs: the sudden release and jolt of the snaplocks I'm accustomed to. It's now a pleasure to adjust rather than a pain.
For Reference: The base measures @ 1.650" , the upper/top section @ 1.100" diameter, the lowest leg @ .470" diameter. The legs are listed as @ .062" wall thickness (1.5mm) Overall length is @16" compressed and is @ 18.5" with the Induro TH-S tilthead attached. Full extension places the EVF of my FZ-28 at precisely eye level using the described combination. I'm @ 5'9" tall. The foot itself is rather small @.600" and does not appear to be removable for adding a spiked foot.
A wrist strap is permanently attached and can't fall off or come loose. The foam grip is high quality and seems to be permanently attached. A nice belt holder is included with a tension strap for holding the pod in place. It balanced the assembly well while hiking in moderately rough terrain.
My overall impression should be obvious, I am extremely impressed with the quality and functionality of this device. I try to make my choices wisely, as my uses are specific. I won't carry dead weight for no reason, this is definitely going along.
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