Joe, I have enormous respect for you and this is a fantastic idea. Here comes the "but" ...this is the same as standard universal metal collars which are already readily available for various non - photography related purposes in various shapes and sizes and generally cost less. Regarding their convenience on location versus sandbags, sandbags are easier to transport than gym weights which need securing or containing to stop them sliding around in your car and are soft so won't damage anything if they do, just throw them in the 'trunk' and your good to go. I would also be slightly concerned about the damage the screw might do to my light stand legs in the long term when tightened. Lastly, my DIY solution has always been fitness ankle weights, essentially the same as sandbags but I, like most people, already had some gathering dust in my garage as did my friends whom gladly donated theirs to my cause. I hate to sound all Dragons Den / Shark Tank, it's still a pretty good idea all things considered, I'm just not sure I would invest too much into it if I was its creator.
@skylarking126 жыл бұрын
I sometimes bring a gallon water jug along: makes a heavy weight with the thumb loop for bungie-ing to the tripod or stand, and when you're done, you can usually pour the water out on the ground or into a sink or something if you don't want the weight, or need to lessen it for balance... Wherever you have people, you generally have access to water nearby, so often it's possible to pack empty jugs and fill/dump them on locations.
@tonylawton65137 жыл бұрын
ive been using dumbell collars for years and now i use the spring collars does the same job pick them up few dollars a pair at any shop that sells gym gear .
@roweportraitstudios7 жыл бұрын
Kudos to the makers for following through with an idea. I've been rigging up like this for years now but they make it easier. My 8 pack is on it's way.
@esbennepper68397 жыл бұрын
It's incredible how simple a solution this is.
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for commenting Esben Nepper!
@Jgatti415 жыл бұрын
Joe I have a solution that nobody Ive seen has thought of. I think these are a great idea but I don't like the idea of extra weight and I think the solution I found may be lighter, faster and cheaper. I use a spiral dog stake and a tie strap. As long as you are on good ground it works excellent. It's lite and quick to move and cheap. Just wanted to share. In other places of course these would work better ( on cement etc)
@billmorley35305 жыл бұрын
Excellent idea
@Sameir80557 жыл бұрын
Awesome...!! I love the last inspirational quote. "Your best shot is your next shot..." Thank you.
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome Sameir Ali!
@paskrell7 жыл бұрын
Hey Joe! Finally a 'how to' video again. Les 1h talks and more of those please!!! Keep it up!
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
Relax Pascal Krell the tutorials never went away. I can't grow just by doing what I always did. Livestream technology has great potential and also a massive learning curve. The last five months have been that learning curve. Now TogChat is one night per week - I can also use the Livestream technology to do live online workshops AND I'll be back to turning out tutorials every week. Thanks for hanging in there with me!
@RudyGiron7 жыл бұрын
Hello Joe Edelman, can you do a video explaining what you learned these five months about doing live streaming videos. Thanks the amazing content you put out every week.
@jimmyhill95917 жыл бұрын
$10/each + $0.50/lb for plates(a good price for USED plates), works out to about $37.50 to add 15lb of weight to a stand. While it is a nice solution, it seems a bit expensive and transporting the plates around could be a pain even with the handle due to their bulk. If your tripod and/or light-stands are designed to hang a center weight(sand bag style), you can use hydration bladders with carabiners for weights. A $30 6liter bag weighs about 14lbs when full, rolls up small when empty, and you can find water to fill them almost anywhere.
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
Not really Jimmy Hill. In sets of four and eight they are much cheaper - not to mention there is a 20% discount for my viewers - its in the description of the video. For me - I have no desire to walk around looking for water once I am on location. I prefer to pack to be self sufficient and ready to go.
@jimmyhill95917 жыл бұрын
I'm not knocking the product, it does seem well thought out and constructed. I also understand that on more remote locations one may find it difficult to find water for the system I described. Since I like to travel light(actually small, weight isn't my issue, packing as much into 1 carry on sized Pelican case as possible is), it still seems like it would be too bulky as there is no way to reduce the size of the weight plates. It(StandDaddy) is certainly a solution worth considering.
@jonlaoxyz7 жыл бұрын
Thank you Joe for this useful video. Love your channel and your style of teaching/communication.
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome Jonathan Lao! I am glad you enjoyed it!
@aprilheckemeyer10287 жыл бұрын
I could have used this a few weeks ago, but got a great excuse to buy some new gear, lol. Will be adding these to my "photo-go-bag"! Thanks for sharing, Joe.
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
I think you will like them April Heckemeyer! They are simple they're perfect!
@aprilheckemeyer10287 жыл бұрын
It's so simple, I'm kind of kicking myself for not thinking of it, hahaha!
@abe.m.essack57197 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks Joe for this DIY solution. Another great product to invest in.
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Abe .M. Essack! It's not exactly DIY but in this case I really do think for the cost - its better than DIY
@mrcraggle7 жыл бұрын
My go-to on location light stand is to grab a friend. I tell them where to point the light and we can quickly move on :P
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
LOL mrcraggle - that's called a "voice activated light stand". These gadgets are for the people who can't afford to buy the beer to pay the voice activated stand!
@JuanLopez-oz9kh7 жыл бұрын
The Master to us amatures at his best, Thanks Joe, another great informative video, was missing these.
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
LOL - you're very welcome LIllyman JPL! I am glad you enjoyed it!
@nixland6 жыл бұрын
That will stick the stand to the ground. But I am thinking if there's any way to make stable stand but easier to move from one place to another (mobile). Adding detachable wheels?
@brazilsecrets6 жыл бұрын
Every Educational thank you for taking the time to make this video. Very helpful.
@theJoeEdelman6 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome Pat Christ! I am glad you enjoyed it!
@jaimeduncan61677 жыл бұрын
It's a pretty creative solution. Thanks for sharing
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Jaime Duncan! I appreciate the comment!
@trevorbaldwin18887 жыл бұрын
Another great video and an ingenious product.
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for commenting Trevor Baldwin!
@shizueleven7 жыл бұрын
I was laughing at this video the day it came out. "Who needs this!? LOL" ... I just had this problem YESTERDAY!!!!!!
@AndyHTu7 жыл бұрын
Love it!! Im going to buy it. I've been wanting something like this for awhile because my stand keeps knocking over by wind.
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
I think you will really like them Andy Tu! I do!
@stephencaldwell45697 жыл бұрын
This looks like a great piece of equipment , Will give it a try. Thanks for sharing
@Holtenstein6 жыл бұрын
Once you use and understand C stands with sand bags everything else seems cheap. You can also rent C stands about any place you travel to.
@theJoeEdelman6 жыл бұрын
No disagreement there Steve Holt - but C-Stands are not at all practical for a photographer working solo on location. There are MANY needs that require different solutions. If C-stands work for you - awesome! I think its pretty obvious this video wasn't addressed to people who are in the habit of using C stands.
@jancartwright16647 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information! Always enjoy your videos!!
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome Jan Cartwright! I am glad you enjoyed it!
@KreatuRRR7 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to purchase some!
@brentdrafts22907 жыл бұрын
Industrial composite...cool
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
Cool indeed Brent Drafts!
@Roz-Inspire-Video7 жыл бұрын
Excuse if Q asked, but how does it work with C stands?
@PaulQuinones6 жыл бұрын
This was really useful.. Ordering one now.
@dunnymonster7 жыл бұрын
Excellent but simple idea! I want some 😃
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
They are surprisingly simple and awesome to work with dunnymonster! You can get 20% off right now at www.standdaddy.com - use the checkout code: 20more
@dunnymonster7 жыл бұрын
Joe Edelman Cool, do they ship to the UK, Amazon UK doesn't list them sadly 😯 I guess an alternative to this although not as good would be to use the barbell locking collars that are normally used to secure the plates to the bar. Of course your stand leg diameter would need to be exactly 1" for these to work so probably not ideal lol.
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
dunnymonster email Pat at helpdesk@standdaddy.com . He just told me that he will ship direct to you and still give you the 20% off. When you email let him know what you want to purchase and the quantities and he will invoice you directly.
@dunnymonster7 жыл бұрын
Joe Edelman Thankyou Joe 😃
@stephenpolwart20947 жыл бұрын
Superb recommendation..definitely will try this product.
@Photographybyazore7 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video....
@lamkequoc16 жыл бұрын
That was a best idea, thank you for sharing this.
@Molaleni6 жыл бұрын
Don’t you guys think that ankle weights would do the same job without the need of the daddy?
@JohnCarlos25 жыл бұрын
that's all I use
@frankyvee17 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. This gave me a great idea.
@DiviPhotos7 жыл бұрын
Very nice
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
Thank you Divi Photos! I really appreciate the kind words!
@in2food5 жыл бұрын
So, you put 5 pound weights on each of three legs and it was overkill. How is this not the same as 5 pound sandbags on each leg?
@theJoeEdelman5 жыл бұрын
The weights are easier to transport and not nearly as messy.
@afifcherif51827 жыл бұрын
creative. good idea
@GodfreyMann6 жыл бұрын
Does it put undue stress on the stand’s joints when moving the stand around? Presumably you don’t unscrew them to reposition the stand?
@theJoeEdelman6 жыл бұрын
I ave not had that problem Anthony Mak, however I could imagine that happening if you are working with cheap lightweight stands.
@7589g8e4444he47 жыл бұрын
Has the coupon code expired? The coupon code "20more" isn't working on international PayPal checkout. Will this be fixed, or is the coupon only for US customers? For troubleshooting sake... Ordering Info: 8 pack, ordering from UK, ERROR TEXT: "Coupon "20more" does not exist!"
@vasiliyivanishvili90257 жыл бұрын
thank you for interesting idea!
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome Vasiliy Ivanishvili! I am glad you enjoyed it!
@Cue14777 жыл бұрын
Great idea will save alot of money Joe :-)
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
I do agree Robert Brookes! Thanks for commenting?
@Roz-Inspire-Video7 жыл бұрын
Great video Joe, just about to purchase stands etc
@markharris57717 жыл бұрын
I perfect example of the best ideas being simple ideas, I don't take my mono lights outside but does he ship to the UK please?
@theJoeEdelman7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for commenting Mark Harris - I believe that he does!
@markharris57717 жыл бұрын
Joe Edelman Thanks.
@specialized416 жыл бұрын
Hi Joe,. What light stands you recommend (sturdy, stable).?
@VTPSTTU6 жыл бұрын
I don't think this would be enough to handle my Wyoming wind. Eventually, I'm going to sink a stand piece in a bucket of cement and a tire in order to have something that will fight the wind here.
@theJoeEdelman6 жыл бұрын
LOL VTPSTTU indeed you may have an exception there.