Do the extending sections lock in fairly well or do they rotate a bit when extended? I'm looking at using this to mount a GoPro on the end.
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I used this to walk all around Europe on cobbled stone streets and sidewalks. It worked great.
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I haven't had any problem with it coming unlocked at all. The directions weren't very clear but I must have done it correctly because I've done some pretty good hiking and used it with no problems.I rely on it a lot for stability so I work it pretty hard. I hope that helps a little
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The sections lock in fairly well. I do find it hard to get the 'shock absorber' extension to work, however. Also, the rubber tip just slips on and is easily lost in snow and/or mud. It covers a metal point I have found that regular chair leg tips will work as replacements . (unless they have recently done so, the seller does not offer any replacement tips for this product).
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I've used mine with just a typical boom/tripod mic stand, and the mic just threaded onto where you normally screw on the mic clip. I didn't use the lock-nut, and it seemed more than secure, but "your mileage may vary."
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Hi R. Jankowski,You should be able to untwist the extension joint in the middle a couple turns which will allow the GoScope to extend. If in the past you were able to extend the pole and now you can not please send a detailed explanation to support@go-scope.com.Thanks,Team GoScope
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Hi Zach...it's pretty solid but then I also use a Sony AS10 with stabilization. Even still, it works well. While the tightning screw has never come loose, I string a plastic zip tie through the end to keep it from turning. I'm not about to lose my camera from a screw set that vibrates loose. Anyway, I like it; it's small and compact and does not wobble like the bigger, taller attachments.
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It has three 1/4 20's on the bottom, but they are sideways, not stacked, so you really can only use one of them, unless mounting on a cheese plate first. If you plan on using this on a tripod, you may want to consider picking up a cheese plate to avoid twisting. I find that it twists pretty easily when on the tripod. If your creative, there are several other solutions you can use, but they all add a little extra weight. I use this as a man-cam and usually don't tripod it anymore do to twisting. Hope this helps. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask away.
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Greetings Karen, Yes this rotation timer has a standard female tripod mount on the bottom and the clip unscrews from the top offering you the option to mount a GoPro.Here is an example I did last summer using the device. I hope this all helps. http://vimeo.com/81256018
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I ordered mine knowing it was a great deal on the box with a grid and the speedring. That being said, I had a pretty good feeling that the little "goose-neck" stand mount would prove inferior. Boy, was I right. I'll have to post a shot of what I did to mount it. Worked out beautifully in the end. I ended up using "U-bolts" from the hardware store and strapped them around the base to a big bolt flipped upside down. The rest went together no problem... the poles go in the pockets and then into the holes in the speed ring. The speed ring swivels; it snaps into place when you pull up the knob on the black ring. I'll post more later... saw your question and wanted to reply asap. Off to a shoot.... but if you try to support the whole thing with what it comes with, it is never going to happen in my opinion. There is FAR too much weight even before yo attach a flash.
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it has a standard 1/4 " thread just like all others. if your gopro has 1/4 " threads then your good to go.
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Are you using a J-hook adapter? This should allow you to position the GoPro camera at whatever angle you want. Something like this (this link is not the 'GoPro' brand, but pictures the adapter for your reference): http://www.amazon.com/Smatree%C2%AE-Vertical-Surface-J-Hook-Buckle/dp/B00ESWS3OQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1419613960&sr=8-2&keywords=gopro+j+hook
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If you pull the tow sections apart (they will not break) you can see a plastic piece that has a screw. When you twist the piece when it is in the other piece, the screw causes the plastic to expand and the friction locks the lower end in place. I suspect somehow the screw was extended to far and the plastic is not contacting the inside of the upper piece to allow the screw to enlarge the plastic to lock it.
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It pulls out and twists to lock. There are 3 extensions and you can adjust each one to the length you want. It's fairly sturdy and I haven't had the camera rotate under it's own weight, even out of a moving car.
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None that I know of, but I never looked. The twist to lock mechanism seemed to be opposite to what I expoected, but now that I am used to it, I make length adjustments almost instantly without thinking about it. To tighten the pole turn the metal pole below the plastic connector. The plastic connector itself does not turn, it is just a dust cover!
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The end of the head does not... but you can adjust 2 separate poles to different directions. You can adjust the angle up and down that the go pro is tilted at, but not go left or right. Even w/out swivel, I've never had a problem getting a good angle w/ this device.
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I've never had a problem with the mount. The only real issue is that it doesn't have a small amount of pivot like many other do, so it can be tricky to get it pointing dead-ahead. Other than that, it's been fine by me.
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It's designed to fit GoPro mounts, but theoretically yes, you could just bolt it to stuff if you really want to go that route; not sure if it would be 1. Stable 2. Safe 3. Secure when directly mounting it like that, and you would run into geometric issues with the shape of the contour and how small this adapter actually is.
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I purchased these mounts recently and also seem to be experiencing the same issue. This type of nut is apparently called a nyloc. I can't seem to tighten the nut all the way, and therefore cannot really stabilize the mounts. Were you able to figure it out yet?
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Yes it locks in both the in position and when extended. Just make sure the lock handle does not contact anything. I had to notch the trim that on bumps would hit the lock handle and unlock the slide (handle was resting on the trim). After I notched the trim all was good. Great for upgrading to a flat screen in the RV.