Which is better- the Hugo tip or a tripod tip? Thanks.
580917
I purchased the Hugo tip and love it. My cane is now a stand alone and fairly stable. Have had it fall a couple of times but it was my fault for both the tips.
580918
Depends on what you want. Hugo Quadpod is larger and more stable than a tripod tip. Also the Quadpod can stand up on its own better than a tripod. And I like the fact that the Quadpod can be "picked up" when it falls down by stepping lightly on the Quadpod tip. Stepping on the tip when the cane is horizontal on the floor causes the cane to rise and you can grab the handle. (picture the way a horizontal rake snaps up and hits the hapless farmer who steps on the teeth. This is why I step GENTLY on the tripod tip when the cane in horizontal). It's a handy feature for those of us who can't bend down and fetch the cane. I don't know if tripod tips can do this. Depends on what you want. Hugo Quadpod is larger and more stable than a tripod tip. Also the Quadpod can stand up on its own better than a tripod. And I like the fact that the Quadpod can be "picked up" when it falls down by stepping lightly on the Quadpod tip. Stepping on the tip when the cane is horizontal on the floor causes the cane to rise and you can grab the handle. (picture the way a horizontal rake snaps up and hits the hapless farmer who steps on the teeth. This is why I step GENTLY on the tripod tip when the cane in horizontal). It's a handy feature for those of us who... » Read More Depends on what you want. Hugo Quadpod is larger and more stable than a tripod tip. Also the Quadpod can stand up on its own better than a tripod. And I like the fact that the Quadpod can be "picked up" when it falls down by stepping lightly on the Quadpod tip. Stepping on the tip when the cane is horizontal on the floor causes the cane to rise and you can grab the handle. (picture the way a horizontal rake snaps up and hits the hapless farmer who steps on the teeth. This is why I step GENTLY on the tripod tip when the cane in horizontal). It's a handy feature for those of us who can't bend down and fetch the cane. I don't know if tripod tips can do this. « Show Less
580919
Hi,I do not like the Hugo attachment at all. It is very heavy and tends to trip me as it is wide at the top of the"x." It does not stay standing on our rugs or tile floors and when it falls, it HURTS. I read that folks do not like the "Hurry Cane" for the same reason. It won't always stand up. I am back to a regular cane with a rubber handle.
580920
Depends on what you want. Hugo Quadpod is larger and more stable than a tripod tip. Also the Quadpod can stand up on its own better than a tripod. And I like the fact that the Quadpod can be "picked up" when it falls down by stepping lightly on the Quadpod tip. Stepping on the tip when the cane is horizontal on the floor causes the cane to rise and you can grab the handle. (picture the way a horizontal rake snaps up and hits the hapless farmer who steps on the teeth. This is why I step GENTLY on the tripod tip when the cane in horizontal). It's a handy feature for those of us who can't bend down and fetch the cane. I don't know if tripod tips can do this.
580921
never tried the tripod, have bought the Hugo & Quadruple Cane tip, both have about the same stability
580922
I haven't used the tripod tip. All that I can say is that I happened to grab a regular cane to go out to get my paper and the difference between the Hugo tip and a regular tip is that the Hugo is much more stable. Those are the only ones that I have used. It is smaller than some of the ones that I have seen. It depends on how much extra stability you need.
580923
I prefer the Hugo. The tripod still was not near reliable because it has a tendency number.
118315
I personally prefer the rotational locks. I have had fingers pinched and had the snap-type locks slip after time. And I do not know what would break on the rotational locks, they are simple wedge-type clamps. I would say in conclusion that the tripod well built and sturdy.
1386135
I would go with Staedtler. I've have tried everything on the market, and Staedtler is the best. The tips hold up very well, and there is no bleeding on any of the papers I use. I just love them.
382942
My suggestion for those of you who hate this cane is to look at the brand Hugo's Quadpod cane. I just bought my 3rd one, not as a replacement, but one for my hubby.
1638230
You have the one of Joby's smaller Tripods sized for point and shoot cameras, which would indeed seem to correspond to this size of quick release clip. The fact that "GP1-" prefaces the model number of both your tripod, and these clips, suggests they are a match. My issue was that I could not find clips for my Big Honkin' BH-1 (I wonder if that's why they gave it the BH model designation?) Gorillapod. I did eventually find that Joby does offer, albeit (at the time) in a very well-hidden cranny of their website, the bubble level clip for my hybrid/SLR-zoom ballhead, and flash shoe clips, and without-bubble level quick release clips too, at http://joby.com/gorillapod/slrzoom/#accessories ---these items are still not, that I can find, available on Amazon (even though I got my big "Big Honkin" Gorilla Pod from Amazon). By the way, if you have an iPhone or I suppose any of the other smart phones, they also offer a real nice "Grip Tight Mount" which is available at Amazon at: http://www.amazon.com/Joby-JM1-01WW-GripTight-Mount-Black/dp/B009GHYLKS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1390396860&sr=8-1&keywords=joby+grip+tight+mount Happy shooting!
378846
For portability I like the flexible Gorillapod which can wrap around poles or tree branches. For on-the-floor tripods look for one the best height for you. They come in a variety of lengths and if you are very tall the 61" will be uncomfortable and/or annoying for long shooting sessions.
1106791
I just bought this item and, after a couple hours of trying, wasn't able to fit it onto my Hugo folding cane. It's hard to describe, but the elastic that enables this cane to fold has a plastic tip attached to it (which is underneath the large rubber tip on most canes) and this plastic tip will not fit properly into the "Qhadpod" tip. Anyway, if you haven't already purchased this item don't. It seems like it will work perfectly on non-folding canes though and is a really great idea.
559599
Its better to use two tripods, one on each end. Or a huge and expensive one in the middle.
89310
Yep! Check it the accessory kits that have tripods in them, really like those too
1382268
I have a Manfrotto and Voyager Vista tripod, and it works on both of them. I agree with Bernard's comments.
1226037
No, you don't necessarily need anything further, but I bought the "DMKFoto Heavy Duty Ball Head with Quick Release Plate" with it, and it gives more versatility in my shots. It also works better when you use two tripods, one on each end to support the weight of the camera as it slides.
107301
We bought the 701HDV model head for this Tripod. It seems to work fine. It is a little choppy, so if you want a fluid head, you may want to look at something else.
1587670
I believe the tip is a tad bit smaller than the Papermate Ultra Fine Flair. I have used both and really like them both equally!
2020154
Hi, I got the Manfrotto 468MG ball head when I got this tripod( had a smaller combination before) and it works great. $214.00 at B&H.;
1291890
The Tripod rivals that of its super high-end brothers. The fluid head is VERY smooth. I had the opportunity to record with my Cannon XL1s and after not using fluid head for a while (trying to be cheep), I forgot how much lower body movement is needed to sustain. So fluid, it is like gliding across the dance floor. I now have to find a decent name for my new Tripod. Thanks Ravelli!
888824
I am using the Vivitar version of this and as far as I can see, there is no difference other than the price. I have not only mounted this on a tripod, but also a monopod.
867254
Seems like "Arush" answered appropriately. The newer version, that I have, is a really nice tripod. However, if you aren't going to use it heavily you would probably be fine getting the cheaper model.