Getting a Slider

[jonnycom]

I'm about to pull the trigger on getting a Slider. I have been hearing about backlash and bounce back on some sliders and am wondering if anyone here has any advise on what to look for or look out for or recommendations.

 

[Raul Gonzo]

I can't say enough good things about the guys over at Granite Digital Imaging. I bought the 72" T-slide from them:

http://www.t-jib.com/products2.asp

And love it! Excellent customer service as well. ***** <those are stars

 

[Florian Stadler]

Not cheap, but the best. The Original. Jerry will treat you well...

http://theslider.com

 

[Stephen Lovett]

Hey Raul,

How are you supporting yours?

I bought one at NAB, and haven't found a setup I like yet.

I've tried it with my CF miller Sprinters and two monopods, and because the top of the miller sticks are rounded off, there was a little binding across the center, which spoils the move. If I back off far enough to get no binding, it's not tight enough to be stable as I move toward either end.

I've been meaning to pick up a "cheap" set of sticks for this, but I have a gearnex on order and I'm going to try to get a set of Mitchell sticks for that that will do double duty for the T-jib. I'm hoping the flat base will solve the problem.

The concept is great, but there is a little wiggle due to the bearing tolerances at the beginning of each move, but if you don't have to start from a static position, it works quite well.

If you "loaded' the move first and practiced, you might be able to get around this.

I'm happy to hear about any other magic tricks folks are using. It's a great concept, and the owner is very responsive, very nice man.

Steve

 

[Raul Gonzo]

Hey Steve, two tripods on either end is definitely recommended, otherwise you will get some wiggle action with monopods- sandbagging may help monopods some. Also, I always push keeping my hands on the sliding plate, so if you need to do any action with the head -you need the AC or some other pair of hands to manage that.
Hope that helps...

 

[Stephen Pruitt]

I have a 36" IndiSlider Pro I'm selling with the Manfrotto adapters. Let me know if you are interested. This pup is smooooooth, but I have several other dollies and I bought it in a large lot of goodies, so I'm selling it.

Stephen

 

[Brad Webb]

I have a 36" IndiSlider Pro I'm selling with the Manfrotto adapters. Let me know if you are interested. This pup is smooooooth, but I have several other dollies and I bought it in a large lot of goodies, so I'm selling it.

Stephen

If jonnycom doesn't want your indislider pro, I would be interested in buying it from you.

 

[Joel Kaye]

I can't say enough good things about the guys over at Granite Digital Imaging. I bought the 72" T-slide from them:

http://www.t-jib.com/products2.asp

Can you move superslow and supersmooth wit that?

 

[Raul Gonzo]

How slow is superslow? I have done some slow shots that were smooth, but it does matter where you are pushing from.

 

[jimhare]

The IndiSlider Pro is great! I have one and it's very smooth as long as you push from the right place.

On request they will make you a special "Red" version that has a thicker plate and is 48" long. That's what I have and am very happy. I think it cost about $80 extra, great deal.

 

[christopher witzke]

I have both an indieslider pro and a kessler pocket dolly.... I have not touched the indieslider since I got the pocket dolly.... much better, lighter, smoother, handles a loaded red no problem.

The indieslider works well.... but is a bit sloppy compared to the pocket.

 

[ericyoung]

I have both an indieslider pro and a kessler pocket dolly.... I have not touched the indieslider since I got the pocket dolly.... much better, lighter, smoother, handles a loaded red no problem.

The indieslider works well.... but is a bit sloppy compared to the pocket.

Hey that Kessler Pocket Dolly looks really versatile - have you got the standard one? Youtube video comment suggests they have a beefed up version for RED use.

 

[Jason Osterday]

Whats the verdict on the original "slider"? How much do they list for?

I tried the Griptech version and ThatCat at cine gear and liked both very much. Any reviews from the field?

 

[Eric Ulbrich]

Modern Studio carries a version like the original slider. Ive used this on many shoots and find it very satisfying. If your willing to spend the cash (5 Grand for the 4 foot) Get it.

http://www.modernstudio.com/cameramounts.html


Once you have it, you'll own it for the rest of your life.

 

[Evin Grant]

I have a Red edition Indieslider Pro that I added a custom built mitchell receiver too.
It works quite well but does need some practice. The Kesler pocket dolly is interesting I tried it at Cinegear but it's not practical to operate the crank and head at the same time.

I was most impressed with the slider from 8ball camera support. Same price as the Modern but built like the silent cat. That's what I'm saving my pennies for.
http://www.8ballcamerasupport.com/camera_sliders.html

 

[Charles Angus]

I've used the Ronford-Baker slider, and it was great. It's the one I would get.

 

[J Davis]

A lot of the sliders around (including indslider and glidetrack) are built from IGUS parts, you should check this thread about the now infamous ZaZaSlider
http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=145701
Be warned though, its a huge thread, 600+ posts last time I looked.

If you wade through you will see that there are variations on the original post for wider gauge rail, larger carriages, mods to support heavy cams like RED ONE.

Mine is a narrower guage than in post 1 but longer, almost 6' and with free shipping that IGUS provides it cost me around $180,
see LINK1
see LINK2

MORE LINKS:
This dude shot some ads for Time Warner Cable with the ZaZaSlider
http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=171095

 

[Stefan Christou]

Thanks J that's very useful :thumbsup:

 

[Matthew Rogers]

Modern Studio carries a version like the original slider. Ive used this on many shoots and find it very satisfying. If your willing to spend the cash (5 Grand for the 4 foot) Get it.

http://www.modernstudio.com/cameramounts.html


Once you have it, you'll own it for the rest of your life.

I second this one. If you don't mind spending the money, the Modern slider is very very nice. It's also a little more low profile than ones like the e-slide.

Matthew

 

[Chris Beller]

Hey that Kessler Pocket Dolly looks really versatile - have you got the standard one? Youtube video comment suggests they have a beefed up version for RED use.

You are referring to the Backbone Upgrade. The Pocket Dolly itself will support 20 pounds, you will be able to add on the Backbone Upgrade to raise the capacity to about 45 pounds, if needed. Thanks