Amazon Basics 67-Inch Monopod, Black

Great value. Telescopic leg seems very sturdy. Could be used as a walking stick I think… just collapse the bottom section as it’s the weakest, but keep in mind the screw doesn’t come with any kind of cover so it will be exposed if you don’t do something about it. The screw itself doesn’t look to be the highest grade and the plastic part around it that spins seems pretty cheap but overall both seem functional. Putting a ball head on this, as I intend to do, lessens these concerns. The wrist strap is also cheap but certainly holds the stick’s weight and more. You might want to replace it with something better if you plan to use it as a walking stick.These are my initial observations. Time will tell on durability so I can’t speak to that yet. Overall, I am very happy with this for the money I spent. It’s a smoking deal on sale.

Monopod is tall enough that I don't need to bend over to use it. Supports my telephoto lens for slower exposures.

i mean its the cheapest garbage you could possibly buy from a "name brand" so for that being the bar its pretty good. would not buy another but for $17 kinda cant go wrong given its cheap to replace when i break it as opposed to other options. one of the clips is already less grippy than the others out of the box.

works great.

So much easier to take pictures with the stick,,,

I find myself shooting more and more video with my cameras. While with the advent of modern optical image stabilization, handheld video can be of very high quality, holding a camera (and particularly a not-particularly-lightweight DSLR) still for any amount of time becomes tiring, and the video will suffer as a result.Hauling around a full-size tripod is tiring and a hassle. This monopod is the perfect answer. Your camera quickly attaches to the top, you extend the telescopic leg to the required height, and you have perfectly stable video without the fatigue of holding your camera in place.The leg itself is made of hollow aluminum with three friction locks to lock the individual telescoping pieces in place. Once locked, it is very sturdy, with no movement of any kind. You can adjust the overall length to any height you wish - it locks into position once you extend it to the height you desire.The thick foam grip allows you to easily control steady, smooth panning motion, and you can do a bit of tilt as well by pushing the monopod forward or back. I did purchase a small ball joint adapter to screw to the top, which allows the camera to move independently of the monopod when more flexibility is required.The foot of the monopod is rubber, and the rubber foot can be screwed in, exposing a metal point, good for use on slippery surfaces such as ice.While useful for shooting steady video, it is also excellent for shooting in low light with slow shutter speeds where any movement turns the picture blurry, or for long telephoto shots where slight camera movement can introduce blur into the picture.Some people have reported problems with the threaded screw at the top coming loose and not being able to remove the camera, I have not experienced this issue.The monopod comes with a fitted carrying bag with an attached shoulder strap. Once collapsed, measuring around 18 inches long, you can put it in the bag, sling it over your shoulder and pretty much forget it's there.I haven't tried it, but looking at the solid foot (and metal spike) as well as the thick foam grip, I've thought more than once that it could also function as a walking stick. So if you're looking for an inexpensive, light, portable walking stick, perhaps this might be an option.Overall a good purchase, I'm glad I bought it - and my videos are much better for it!

This gives me the edge I need with 12x binoculars for extended viewing,it’s light and the lever lock is quick and easy smooth. U just can’t beat it for the price. Great for hiking, birding. Works for me.My tri pod ( cheap) at $100. Is much heavier. I hope it lasts for at least a few years. I imagine an expensive mono would hold the bino just the same

This is a good stick with the exception of the tip. The rubber/metal tip can not be replaced. I have not found a cane or chair rubber tip that will fit over the current configuration. It looks like it is pinned to the shaft. I will use this stick until the rubber wears out and then figure out how to cover the metal tip to keep the walking stick feature. If this tip style ruins a hardwood floor, it may see a hacksaw sooner than later.