Ian Golds Rod Rests

[tdxs133pm]

Iv got a db1 , 7foot one and to be very honest once you exstend the legs they bend like like a new born gerafft , i now use a imax it’s more solid and stable ok it’s heavy but much better than the golds

I've got the original IG Super Match which is still going strong but don't use it these days.I have the Imax(blue one) which is similar to the Shakespeare Salt but lighter.Extends from 4 to 7ft and fits in the car boot.

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[Beach]

I had a GOLDS tripod and i thought it was flimsy rubbish . a mate sold me a salt tripod nearly new for £20 and its far better.

I have a Salt adjustable tripod, fairly heavy but substantial to use. Also have a couple of salt sand spikes all are well made.

 

[chesilpete]

Iv got a db1 , 7foot one and to be very honest once you exstend the legs they bend like like a new born gerafft , i now use a imax it’s more solid and stable ok it’s heavy but much better than the golds

Agree about the imax rock solid....

 

[Shirleycodlin]

I've still got my mti tripod. Heavy compared to others but rock solid and reliable

 

[Mr Fish]

I've still got my mti tripod. Heavy compared to others but rock solid and reliable

Like a bloody tank those things are!

Agreed they’re very solid but most of the marks on this coast require a fair walk plus obviously climbing on the rock marks.
I like to have something that I can carry a fair distance so happy to accept the compromise as said above.
My mate has an MTI and he’s usually struggling if we have to walk any distance. It’s also a bit too bulky to strap up with the rods as well, although it does have its own carry case, I know.

 

[Mr Fish]

If you want a light weight telescopic then the parker 6ft is much lighter than the golds.
Incidentally I bought a new golds and one of the leg lock plastic screw threads stripped 2nd time out.....

Do agree though, I don’t think the fittings are quite as good as they were.
My first Golds (which I still use, especially on awkward rock marks as it’s shorter), the leg lock screws lasted years.
My newer one, yes they’ve lasted a while but last winter I went to tighten one up and it just sheared in half in my hands.
Seems to be a somewhat more brittle plastic.

 

[Beach]

Do agree though, I don’t think the fittings are quite as good as they were.
My first Golds (which I still use, especially on awkward rock marks as it’s shorter), the leg lock screws lasted years.
My newer one, yes they’ve lasted a while but last winter I went to tighten one up and it just sheared in half in my hands.
Seems to be a somewhat more brittle plastic.

Have you tried getting some s/steel wingnuts to replace the plastic ones, also if the bolts/screws fail also get some stainless steel ones even it means drilling out the old ones (either 6 or 8 mm).

 

[Goatfish]

Have you tried getting some s/steel wingnuts to replace the plastic ones, also if the bolts/screws fail also get some stainless steel ones even it means drilling out the old ones (either 6 or 8 mm).

That’s a good idea but I am of the opinion that it shouldn’t be necessary on a tripod that isn’t cheap and is sold on reputation…..

 

[Beach]

That’s a good idea but I am of the opinion that it shouldn’t be necessary on a tripod that isn’t cheap and is sold on reputation…..

Just shows reputation doesn't mean much nowadays Goat.

 

[Mr Fish]

Have you tried getting some s/steel wingnuts to replace the plastic ones, also if the bolts/screws fail also get some stainless steel ones even it means drilling out the old ones (either 6 or 8 mm).

I’m sure something could be fettled but the plastic leg lock fitting is also very specific to grip the leg, not sure a normal steel wing nut would do it.
I even took one old fitting off the previous tripod to replace the broken one but the sizes are slightly different and it doesn’t work.

It’s probably beyond my meagre fabricating skills!

 

[Mr Fish]

That’s a good idea but I am of the opinion that it shouldn’t be necessary on a tripod that isn’t cheap and is sold on reputation…..

Yep, the fittings were never great, being plastic, but the newer ones seem even worse.

That said, overall the design works for me and it is light as well, which is a major consideration.

Although if/when I ever need another there’s a good chance I’ll get a different brand.

 

[Topwater]

Parker leg locks are better ime

 

[Mr Fish]

Parker leg locks are better ime

Do they fit IG tripods, do you know?

I’m not in the market at the moment but would look at Parker for the next one I think

 

[Beach]

Salt ones are far better quality imo.

 

[Goatfish]

Just shows reputation doesn't mean much nowadays Goat.

Yep. Sad sign of the times. Progress eh?

 

[Topwater]

Do they fit IG tripods, do you know?

I’m not in the market at the moment but would look at Parker for the next one I think

Yes they do

 

[Mr Fish]

Salt ones are far better quality imo.

Too heavy

 

[Mr Fish]

Yes they do

Good to know, cheers, might order a couple as both tripods need new leg lock screws

 

[Trampster]

That’s a good idea but I am of the opinion that it shouldn’t be necessary on a tripod that isn’t cheap and is sold on reputation…..

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[Beach]

Too heavy

Wimp, man up