twmeyer Posted December 3, 2013 Share Posted December 3, 2013 <p>I'd like something as close to the solid support of a C stand in something that packs smaller/lighter.<br />8 to 9 feet extended and 36inches or less when collapsed. I've changed from the lightweight heads of Lumedyne to the larger Einsteins, and am wanting some peace of mind... suggestions? Thanks... t</p><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter_cohen Posted December 3, 2013 Share Posted December 3, 2013 <p>Just picked up a pair of these:http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/67813-REG/Avenger_A635B_A635B_Maxi_Kit_Stand.html Bought them via eBay as B-Stock, indistinguishable from new, even had Manfrotto warranty like new. Here's the auction link if you're interested: http://www.ebay.com/itm/MANFROTTO-AVENGER-A635B-12-6-LIGHT-STAND-B-STOCK-/331076800741?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4d15b710e5 (I offered $70 each and that offer was accepted, so I got two for less than the price of one from B&H.)</p> <p>Moved up from Photoflex which were nearing their end of life. Very solid and stable, I even have Einsteins as well and they are a perfect match even with 60" umbrellas outside in a breeze.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheldonnalos Posted December 4, 2013 Share Posted December 4, 2013 <p>The Avenger A635B is a great light stand, as is it's smaller brother the A630B.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_s. Posted December 4, 2013 Share Posted December 4, 2013 <p>I use the manfrotto 1004 master stands. The older model was called 004.<br /> They are air cushioned and fairly cheap, around $110 new.<br /> http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/644444-REG/Manfrotto_1004BAC_Alu_Master_3_Riser.html</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aoresteen Posted December 4, 2013 Share Posted December 4, 2013 <p>Try the 8' Bogen 3086 lightstand. Made by Manfrotto. No longer availabe new but you can get them on ebay used.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twmeyer Posted December 4, 2013 Author Share Posted December 4, 2013 <p>Thanks for these connections. The A635B EBay item looks good, but...<br /><br />I don't need 12 ft. I do need shorter collapsed length. I want large diameter tubing.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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