DV Info Net - Jony Jib Pro 21'

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Originally Posted by Steve Leverich (Post 684340)

Ralph, don't know if you're into DIY much, but have you considered taking the top off an electric golf cart and mounting a jib on that? You couldn't ASK for a much better stable platform, as these have HEAVY batteries (several of them) located under the seat typically - pneumatic tires, slow-start with speed control, steerable, and probably cheaper than anything that claims to be for video use (especially if you buy a used one) - just a thought... Steve

I've thought about the golf cart option. But I need a custom bed on the back of it to mount the jib. Problem with that is I would also need a car hauler or trailer to get the golf cart to the location.

And my wife will tell you, I'm not a DIY person!!! Thanks for the suggestion! Ralph

I've seen jibs mounted on the back of those Gator utility vehicles used for mobility when shooting golf tournaments. There's another one called a Mule.

jib on golf cart

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Originally Posted by James Emory (Post 685677)

I've seen jibs mounted on the back of those Gator utility vehicles used for mobility when shooting golf tournaments. There's another one called a Mule.

I've seen them also. But for what I"m doing, I think if I can just get a good dolly with pneumatic tires, I can tow the jib behind me in a golf cart from the golf course.

I've done that before with a friend who has a jib.

was wondering, how stable is the visual when you need to do a sudden stop?