Re: Boom stand and boompole
 

Is this a crappy C-stand?
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/372016-REG/Impact_CT40MKIT_Master_Century_C_Stand.html
I think I am going to get both (c-stand and the Manfrotto) try and return the one that I don't like

Re: Boom stand and boompole
 

I do have a crappy light stand. I use an Impact Grip Head for Lights and Accessories - 2.5" Diameter and a K-Tek K-BC Boom Pole Cradle | B&H Photo Video

I use a K-Tek K-202CCR | B&H Photo Video boom pole. This boom pole extends upto 16 feet so filming wide is not a problem. To prevent the stand from falling over, a bean bag filled with sand/rice works fine.

Most of the times I do have assistants. However, at times using the boom pole on stand is really helpful.