tanner wolfe Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 sight unseen, i am contemplating renting or buying a basic microdolly kit. i am travelling for a month on planes, trains and automobiles. is this thing going to hold to basic use and also travel. it will only be holding a hdv video camera, so not much. any feedback on this dubious dolly would be appreciated. cordially, tanner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitch Gross Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 It does what it is designed to do, no more or less. It is an ok product, if a bit overpriced in my book. I believe there is a competing product called indie dolly or similar. A Google search should turn it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Martin Newstead Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 The station I work for bought two of these, yes they are overpriced and you may be able to get a similar system more cheaply, but I couldn't comment on the quality. In my opinion they are great for quick setups, single person working or where you simply don't have any room. It comes with a fixed length, foldaway track and takes about 3 minutes to set up. You can get pretty nice results with it. Marty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Sheehy Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 ... this dubious dolly... You seem to have formed an impression already. <_< they are great for quick setups, single person working or where you simply don't have any room. That is a very good summery. Yes, it will hold up well for simple work and it packs down into a small soft case. I work with one of these. Good for firm flat surfaces. Not that good for complex shots. Extra lengths and curved track are available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopher Schneider Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 I just shot a 16mm short using the Indie Dolly system someone else mentioned. It was ok, not great, but far from bad. I got it free from a friend and I needed a dolly so it did the trick, but i think if you're going to purchase something build nice chucks for a skateboard dolly system that will pack in a briefcase or suit case, then whenever you land or arrive at a location just go to the local hardware store, buy 2 pieces of plywood and PVC pipe at desired lengths. It'll work better and be a bit more manageable on your travels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert duke Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 check out glide shot industries, or long valley equipment. they both have basic dollies that I feel rival the cost and quality of the indie dolly and the microdolly. I have experience with both and was unimpressed with the add ons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Bennett Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 (edited) If you're looking for a cheap lightweight dolly, this might be OK, it can be problem sourcing a ladder on location. It can be attached to a tripod 100mm bowl at one or both ends but I usually rest it on a big pelicase. It costs £350.00 from a guy in Nottingham, UK. Nick Edited March 12, 2007 by Nick Bennett Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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