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Hey gang! After having countless discussions on set about how to train for what we do, I decided to put together an article which outlines in detail; how to train and condition our bodies for the demands we face on set as Camera and Steadicam Operators! Please take a moment to check it out. Share it with fellow Ops! https://www.daviddesiocinematography.com/blog

Selling my back up X1 arm, hasn't been used and have decided to move it on. 9000USD or best offer. Don't wait and get a brand new arm without the wait. Comes in a custom case with lowmode bracket. Can ship worldwide at buyers expense. Arm located in Australia

Selling my Betz Wave, only reason is because I have 2 of them! I absolutely love these things. this one is coming straight back from Germany from service so it’s gonna be in tip top shape. comes with a pelican case i don’t have an extra betz plate but I believe they’re probably easy to order. asking 5500$

Good morning. The Zalex group of accessories started in 1992 with the prototype of a Broadcast video camera low-mode plate. First tested at the Steadicam Workshops in Rockport, Maine, it showed great promise and inspired efforts to make bits that serve my needs. Since that first effort, parts have emerged such as an overhauled Model I/II/III/IIIA Vest, drop-forged steel docking bracket for older sleds, the Longplate, LensLift lens support system, Tally Light Kit, Arm Repo Mount and other items. The full complement of Zalex accessories can be found at our website: https://www.zalex-products.com We’re pleased to share that we have just taken delivery of another 60 Longplates. The Zalex Longplate fits all stages from all manufacturers. There are currently over 350 Longplates in use worldwide. This is the longest, thickest and therefore most rigid, dovetail plate available. Some of the benefits of flying with the Longplate include: º Comes with hardware that allows an Alex/ Amira/ Venice/ Sony camera to be mounted directly to the plate. Stop using a VCT-type of plate and mount right to the Longplate. º Slotted to allow for mounting of 15mm rod clamps for follow-focus, Talent Monitors, lights and other accessories. º Pairs well with the LensLift support system. º Notched for the safety bolt used by some models of GPI/PRO, XCS and Sachtler/ Artemis sleds. º Fully slotted for 3/8-16 lockdown screws, the Longplate kit includes adaptors that allow for ¼-20 screw use as well. º Readily locks into a tripod adaptor to save time on sled-to-sticks turnaround. In addition to the Longplate, the Longplate-M fits the Tiffen Medium Stage sleds. These includes the Archer 2, Zephyr and Scout. Email me for pricing and shipping information at: peter@steadicamproductionservices.com Fly safe !! Peter Abraham, S.O.C.

Selling my extra LX vest with large socket block. QC’d by Tiffen and pads fully hand washed in March. No tears or defects. Comes with carrying bag. In great shape. $1,700 shipped. (*US ground shipping or I'll take off $50 for international buyers; buyer pays shipping)

Betz Wave For Sale Excellent condition. Comes with - 1x Tripodlokplate by Betz-Tools 1x power cable 1x Dovetailplate by Betz-Tools 1x Travel Case USD$6000 include shipping (Exclude insurance, tax and bank charges) Located in Singapore Interested Kindly PM to discuss

New style M2 SledCover Waterproof Lightweight Material Zipper Front for easy installation. WrapSnap closure around post Cable inlets Leg room for bigger batteries Can also be built for slim battery setups Rear battery access YKK Zipper System BongoTies / Pouch $265

I´m based in Chile, and wanted to invest 37.5K open to offers. thanks in advance to everyone.

Received an email from Daniel Crawford, interested in selling me his gyros. he sent me stock images, and stock videos that don’t belong to him , a Google voice number. He said he was a steadicam operator and was unable to tell me what rig he owned. Didn’t know what the 600 was and a few other red flags. Buyers beware.

For sale is a 3rd Battery Mount Plate (V-Lock) for the base of Tiffen Steadicam sleds - Ultra2, Shadow/Phantom, M1 (Not M2). Includes switching for 12/24v and connects into the sled's power harness, with auxiliary Lemos for accessories to be directly connected. As I've upgraded to an M2 this item is NEW/UNUSED. Retail price £1010+UK VAT, asking £850 (+VAT within UK) Buyer collects or pays shipping, thank you. Batteryplate1.HEIC Batteryplate2.HEIC

I have one for sale actually ha, definitely works and is a great value to fly

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Hi Sopon, First release the over-centre latch, then slide the rods out, and clean them and the inside of the lock with alcohol. Then tighten the nut on the inside of the latch by ⅛th of a turn. If that’s not enough, try another ⅛th if it still slips, call, FaceTime, or WhatsApp me on +31623918492. All the best, Chris Fawcett

Hey all. I don't know if anyone does this, but... I'm prepping for a song and dance number, so I was practicing out in the car park and set my phone on the practice cage and played the opening scene from "La La Land". I tried my best to match the footwork of the Steadicam operator (minus the cranes) as the scene played out. Forward, backward, switches, etc. I'm not comparing myself to them. Anything but. However, while watching the scene, it was good practice to have the blocking and music to attempt to match. Pretty cool!

I do have these that I got from Charles recently. 1_Steadicam Model 1 brochure.pdf 1_Steadicam Model 1 brochure.pdf 2_Steadicam Model III brochure.pdf 3_Steadicam Model IIIA brochure.pdf 4_Steadicam EFP brochure.pdf

Hi Mathis, Dig through the picture and history archives section of this forum. You’ll find a lot there. Additionally, I’m not sure how many old heads still hang out here. There are however two big Steadicam groups on Facebook. If you can get the attention of Charles Papert or Erwin Landau or Peter Abraham, I think those three have some of the most extensive archives for what you’re looking for. Best of luck!

Considering that top stage is at least 32 years old, you might be better off buying either a Betz topstage or the DB3S (that optical support makes). Both have a rod mount option and will be more rigid than the diving board that you're trying to use. Even a well loved DB3 with the diving board will be less prone to vibration than the DB1. Consider too that the DB1 at this point I believe is unserviceable because the parts don't exist. Alternatively, you could have something machined that clamps to the post, but you lose space as far as how high you can move your gimbal to the upper jbox. Talk to Jarrett Morgan here in Atlanta. If you need something custom, he's your guy. Also flies with the volt and has made some volt brain components that he already makes.

@Jennie Jeddry SOC, a friend of mine wanted me to let you know he sent you a a direct message here on the forum with interest in buying your gimbal.

Nice system.

Hi all; I've got a new vendor and all stocked up again with plates. I've even got a couple of new holes in the edges so that you can configure the posts in many ways, rather than just the four corners. I've got some good pricing, probably a bit better deal. Pictures to follow. Janice Have a wonderful 2024 after an horrendous 2023.

Hi Everyone, With extreme sadness I would like to announce that my friend and former camera assistant and new up and coming camera/steadi op Ryan Nazar has passed away from a rare blood cancer. I am now helping his sister sell his rig that he was already trying to sell because of the course of his disease. The below ad is taken from his post, Please take a look and you can contact me at, ryanpurcell.ca@gmail or 604-812-2767 Thank you very much, Ryan Purcell FOR SALE: mint/like-new condition Shadow-V Steadicam, G70x arm, and Ultra 2 vest, originally purchased from Tiffen in January 2018. Lightly used and never sub-rented, would be a great starter rig. Want to sell as a package, not really interested in parting it out. Selling only because of recent marketplace conditions and finances needing to be directed elsewhere. Package includes: Ultra 2 vest G-70x arm w/ 12” extension post & rain cover (not pictured) Shadow-V rig w/ flight case Tilting top stage Camera dovetail plates x 2 (10” & 11”) 1.477” telescoping two-stage center post w/ 2 monitor clamp rings & 2 docking rings Tiffen low-mode/central rotator bracket Transvideo 7” SuperBright HD monitor w/ yoke & power/video cable Telescoping monitor mount Tilting 2-battery VL mount Camera power cables x 2 (12v – one w/o XLR connector) Third VL battery mount w/dovetail plate Tiffen docking/balance bracket Jerry Hill Mag-dock2 docking bracket Tiffen Blue Whale tool American Steadicam stand ALSO AVAILABLE: SWIT D-3004S battery chargers x 3 SWIT batteries (w/Pelican case): S-8340S 14.4V / 160Wh x 5 batts S-8260S 14.4V / 172Wh x 7 batts Selling for $38000 USD and the charger/batteries for an addiitonal $1500 USD. Serious inquiries only.

Hi all, I'm selling my Steadicam Flyer LE. This rig has been one of the best investments I've ever made as it can sit in the kit truck ready to up-sell to Steadicam at the drop of a hat. Everything, including the vest and stand fit into a single case. It is 12/24V capable and can handle a surprisingly beefy camera package - I have regularly flown FX9s and F5/55s with FIZ, TX and cine zooms such as my Cabrio 19-90 and Angenieux 16-42 (for sale in another listing). As anyone whose used a Flyer LE will know, it's a very capable little rig, ideal for someone starting out or a more experienced op wanting a lightweight or low cost option. It has the original SD monitor included but I've tended to run an external cable to a 7" HD monitor instead. You could alternatively use a downconverter or rewire the sled. The package is well used but in full working order. Looking for £1,900 (+VAT if applicable). I'd rather a UK sale but I can ship at buyer's cost. I've sold a number of high value items through this forum before and shipped internationally without issue. Contact me on: mike@mike marriage.com +44(0)7773 179 773

Black Friday. In all seriousness i feel like it's a fair price for all involved.

NEW PRICE: $4,000usd + shipping Or Best Offer. Good starting/backup rig. If interested, please email me at steadirig@gmail.com

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Selling a Flowcine XR3ach in new condition. Great bit of kit but no longer required. Photos attached. Buyer pays shipping. Australia based. 6k USD

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I'm sorry the vest didn't work for you - let me know if you need any help in re-selling the vest.

It's time to part with my Zephyr. This rig has served me well but I have since upgraded and do not need it around anymore. The rig is in great condition and I've added some nice pieces to the kit over the years. Price: $7,000 OBO + buyer pays shipping Rig is located in Seattle. Local pickup preferred of course, but I'm happy to ship within the US. It all fits in one Thermodyne case quite neatly. SLED: Steadicam Zephyr sled (AB mount) - Digital Horizon Leveler for the Marshall monitor. This thing is very handy and helps keep the horizons on point for both the x and y. They do not make these anymore and this is the only leveler I've ever seen of this type. - Larger Skymagic Gimbal wrap - Skymagic monitor yoke, easier to manipulate than the original (but will include the original bracket as well) - Steadicam dovetail ARM: Steadicam Zephyr Arm - Payload of 30 lbs, I've flown Amira, Alexa mini, RED, Canon, Sony on this sled with no problems. I never pushed the arm to it's limit VEST: Zephyr vest - Comfortable vest! EXTRAS: - (2x) 4 pin xlr to 3 pin lemo camera power (1 short, 1 longer) - Alexa power cable to lemo - RED power cable to lemo - lemo to d-tap breakout - Low mode monitor bracket - Walter Klassen Hardmount bracket for Zephyr (just need doughty clamp to rig to a rickshaw or speedrail) - Cam Jam low mode monitor bracket Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions.

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Heavily Modified Movi XL With Fiber Optic Gyro, Ignite-Digi TB50 Battery Adapter, Power Block, Brutal R&D Slipring And Tons Of Accessories For Sale: Please Read Entire Listing Carefully Before Contacting Me. For sale is an excellent condition Movi XL package. An incredibly complete Feature Film, Series, Commercial ready package in excellent condition and perfect working order with all needed accessories and cables including flight/travel case. Package Includes: Movi XL 3 Axis Stabilized Remote Head With Optical Gyro And Flight Case. Brutal R&D Full Slipring system for power and video (brand new/unused) with two remote power cables (new/unused). Complete Mimic system w/ Atomos Shogun Flame High Bright Monitor, Camera Cage With Handlebars and Anton Bauer Battery Plate, Mini Sliding Dovetail (to attach Mimic system to your favorite Fluid Head or Geared Head with an Arri Sliding Dovetail Plate), Mimic Quick Release, Antennas (short and long) and Charging/Power Cable. Arri Style Camera Plate (19mm studio). XL Dovetail Plate. XL Lens Support. XL Rod Support. 19mm Carbon Lens Support Rods (various lengths. X3 sets). Pop and lock 50mm. Movi XL Chargers (2). Movi XL Wiring Harness spare. Quick Release Kit. Movi XL to Mitchell Mount. Custom Easy 90 Degree Mitchell Male to Mitchell Female (For Nose Mounting Of The XL. New/Unused). Ignite Digi TB50 adapter and power block (original Movi XL battery plates included as well). The Power Block is new/unused). Ignite Digi power cables (2) for Alexa Mini, Mini LF and Alexa 35 (New/Unused). Ignite Digi 12 volt camera power cables (2) to universal 4 pin XLR. 4 Pin XLR to Anton Bauer adapter (X2) Plates. Extended Length 25mm Carbon Fiber Vertical Cage Rods (allows for a full studio build camera to go in the cage with the handle on it). The original cage rods are also included. Various P Tap power cables also included. Movi XL to NODO Inertia Wheels/Alpha Wheels Wireless Receiver Comm cables (X2) included. And many extras not listed here. No batteries are included in this sale as i use them (TB50) for my other remote heads and they are difficult to ship without carrier issues. A small sample of recent projects this Movi XL package has been used on include: Green Book. Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches. On Becoming A God In Central Florida. Queen Sugar. NCIS: New Orleans. Crater. Filthy Rich. The Movi XL has a 50 pound camera payload and with the Fiber Optic Gyro is exceptional at stabilizing under all conditions and is immune from temperature changes or G Force. This entire package has been exceptionally well cared for and maintained. It has never been sub rented. It goes out only on my jobs. I purchased every item listed here brand new. Total to purchase everything listed new would be more than $61,000 US. Selling everything listed plus many useful extras: $51,000 US. Available Now. Expand your business. Start earning rentals now. Add A Flowcine Tranquilizer (complete with all available polymers and passive weight plates). Also comes with Shore 70 Pan Barrels. Mitchell Female Mount. Mitchell Male Mount. Overslung Mod with polymers and air bladder. Total to purchase new would be over $3000. Purchase with Movi XL Package: $1500. Purchase Separately: $1900. Serious only please. Please don’t email if you don’t have the funds available to purchase. I am also not splitting up the package at this time (other than the Tranquilizer) so please don’t ask. Use email address below to get to me quicker as i don’t check here that often. All gear is located in New Orleans, Louisiana area. Buyer is responsible for shipping costs and any insurance needed and optimally should have their own shipping account available(Fedex, UPS, DHL, etc). Email for additional photos and for further questions/details. Local pickup/Inspection is also available working around my current shooting schedule. Grayson Grant Austin, SOC graysonaustin@me.com

Please read entire post carefully before emailing. For sale is a very complete, turnkey Tiffen M2 Steadicam rig. Meticulously maintained. Never sub rented. I personally picked each and every component and accessory to make this the very best M2 system possible and to match my main rig for quick changeover if needed. However, since my main M2 Volt rig has been absolutely bulletproof, i find myself not needing to carry around two complete rigs. Many/most components and accessories for this rig are as new/unused (other than testing). Sale Includes: M2 Rig with *M2 Tilting Topstage and built in Volt Sensor and controls. *Tiffen M2 Camera Dovetail Plate. *M2 1.58 inch Two Stage telescoping Centerpost. *Tiffen M2 As New/Unused Volt Gimbal with new GPI PRO Pan Bearing. Complete check out and firmware update from Tiffen last week. Your choice of 3/4 (Tiffen) or 5/8 (PRO) handle insert. *Spare Tiffen M2 As New/Unused Pan Bearing. *Your choice of Tiffen 3/4 inch or PRO 5/8 inch angled Low Mode Bracket. *Volt Gimbal Rain/dirt Cover. *Larry McConkey Volt Button extensions (short and long). *Jerry Holway Volt Cable Cover. *Jerry Holway Volt Counterweight Trim Kit. *Volt Motor Drive Cables (Two). *Spare Volt Motor Belts (Two). *Tiffen Blue Whale Gimbal Tool. *Tiffen M2 Telescoping Monitor Mount and Yoke System. *TV Logic Super High Bright (3600 Nits) Monitor. There is no brighter/Daylight Viewable Flat Panel Monitor currently available. Comes with dedicated yoke mounts made for this monitor. *Monitor Rain Cover. *CineLevel Sensor Box and Display. *Level Sensor Monitor Rod Mount. *Tiffen M2 Monitor Power Cable. *Tiffen M2 V Lock Two Battery Tilting Lower Electronics Base. *Jerry Holway M2 Base Switch Cover. *Jerry Holway Rod End Cable Routing clamp. *Tiffen M2 3rd Battery V Lock Plate with Dovetail mount. *V Lock to Anton Bauer Plate Converters. *Lower Electronics/Battery Rain Cover. *M2 Camera Power Cables for Arri Alexa (full size), Alexa Mini (and others) 12 volt, Alexa 35 (and Mini) 24 volt, Sony Venice (and other 12 volt cameras), Red Komodo. *Jerry Hill Gorelock (GAD2) With Tilt Function. Complete docking and spin balance bracket with one Docking Ring. Your choice of Tiffen 3/4 or PRO 5/8 spin balance. *Tiffen M2 Sled Case. Paid $35,500+ new for everything. Selling everything listed here (and more) for $28,000 US for a savings of over $7,500 US. Serious only please. Email me for faster response and more photos to: graysonaustin@me.com Grayson Grant Austin, SOC All photos were taken by me and are not to be used for any other purpose.

Hi All, Selling the following items. PayPal welcomed, buyers pay shipping and PayPal fees. Betz Tools Universal Monitorbracket with 15mm rods, Frame/Yoke for Transvideo Monitor HD8“ for 2“ post https://www.betz-tools.com/en/accessories/monitorbracket-105.php Brand New 1385 Euro - Never used on set, just tested. Didn't follow through with a HD8 Purchase Pristine Condition - USD$1100 Betz Tools Universal Dovetailplate UDP (27 cm/ 10.6“) https://www.betz-tools.com/en/universal-dovetailplate-steadicam.php Brand New 195 Euro - The anodizing was like that when I received it but does not affect performance. Used but in Good Condition - USD$150 (or trade for the Short Betz Camera Plate that comes with the Wave) XCS LT3 Sliding Camera Plate Brand New $700 - Pairs with the Wave very well as it is slightly taller than most plates and has side to side adjust Used but in Great Condition (Camera screw scratches as pictured) - USD$500 PRO Misc Parts - Pro 2 Upper Electronics/ Pro 1 Bottom Electronics Was going to build a project sled but giving that up now Used and Good Condition - USD$200 OBO PRO Vest Parts Switched my vest to Goofy and have these parts leftover (Size 38) Used and Ok condition - USD$150 OBO Anton Bauer Gold Mount Plate Not sure what the model is but it works perfect Used and Great Condition - USD$50

I tried the new one with elastic rubber bands and it's incredible. Soft, lots of boom, light and strong enough to lift any type of camera. The best thing, besides the price, is the post-sale service. Luciano is always attentive to any question or whatever happens, and that is priceless. https://www.reverstabilizer.com/rever-band-arm Just my 2 cent, Gus

Bryan Amazing work... Check it out ..just for some ideas. (ex. Gimbal Wrap Grip) https://www.flickr.com/photos/jamielincs/sets/72157645642636192/

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Selling Preston Single channel hand set with 8 rings and 3 generic FM50 batteries. Asking $3200.00. Prefer US buyers. Will ship via US Post priority service.

I've seen posts in the past of people having the spherical rod ends fail on their pro arm from this setup (the rod end develops a stress fracture and cracks), but it seems like a pretty rare occurrence. I ran my arm for about two years this way and never had any problems and I know people who have been doing it longer and it's been fine. I did finally buy a rigid socket block adapter for peace of mind though. I guess the idea is, you can run the arm and vest together knowing that it might fail one day, or get the rigid socket block adapter and know that if anything fails it very likely won't be the mount.

(1) Preston HU4 SN: 1359 (brand new - never used) (5) Focus Rings (brand new - never used) (1) MDR-3 SN: 1213 (1) Focus/Iris Hand Unit SN: 1718 (2) Heden Motors M21VE SN: 3543 & 3194 (1) Heden LM30 Motor SN: 00303 (2) 19 mm reduction insert (2) 15 mm reduction insert (3) 0.8 Gear (1) 0.4 Gear (1) 0.5 Gear (1) 0.6 Gear (2) Sony NP - FZ100 Batteries (1) Manfrotto Dual Charger (3) Sony NP-FM500H batteries (1) Sony BC-TRM single battery charger (3) Motor Cables (2) MDR Power Cable 4699 (2) Arri Power Cable 4721 (1) Cinetape Cable 4742 (1) Panavision Cable 4722 (1) Pelican Case Price: $24,500 224868572_IMG_15393.HEIC IMG_1540 3.HEIC IMG_1541 3.HEIC IMG_1542 3.HEIC IMG_1543 3.HEIC IMG_1544 3.HEIC IMG_1545 3.HEIC IMG_1520.HEIC 840993588_IMG_15213.HEIC 696653589_IMG_15383.HEIC 1714385918_IMG_15373.HEIC IMG_1536 3.HEIC IMG_1533.HEIC IMG_1531 3.HEIC IMG_1530 3.HEIC IMG_1529 3.HEIC IMG_1528 3.HEIC IMG_1527 3.HEIC IMG_1526 3.HEIC

4500€, its collecting dust, great back up rig or to start with.

Hi Christian! Actually I‘m a newbie in the field of steadicam - and am just awaiting the delivery of my first rig! Regarding the monitor I went for a Smartsystem SM7-3K-Z! It‘s 7“! 3000Nits! Aluminium housing! With electronic horizon! And compared to Transvideo reasonable priced! It should come glossy - but if you call them right away they accidentally got non-glossy panels from Swit - you might choose! But I have no experience regarding the quality as I still wait for mine! But Smartsystem offers great support in my opinion! And as you are from Germany it‘s even easier! When I receive my rig I can post some pictures of the monitor! Liebe Grüße aus Wien Gerald

Found mine a couple weeks ago. Battery died at an amusing moment. Thought today would be a good day to post.

Selling my Upgraded Archer Volt sled. Originally an Archer 1, but now basically an Archer 2 after all the lower part was replaced by the Hofman workshop, and the gimbal is an Archer 2 two years old gimbal that was bought with the Volt. Comes with an original hard case, a docking bracket, a low mode bracket and Volt cables. Asking 16k usd plus shipping Located in israel Feel free to email me for more photos and questions Dhanit@bezeqint.net

Handsfree Transporter X2 (two InfoKeys included) last Service an Check 30.06.21 (original invoice existing) Handsfree Transporter Professional Kit (including Hardmount with socket block and knee steering) Parkingstand wristband Batteries Check 30.06.21 (original invoice existing) 4,94A 95% 5,44A 105% Please ask for a price with all extras - if you have a serious interest. Located in Germany (Cologne) Buyer takes care of shipping and all fees No guarantees or returns - private sales Because of custom efforts I like to sell it to someone, living in the EU. Please consider, that the transport of the batteries is complicated "hazardous goods", I would prefer you fetch it from my base in Cologne, Germany. Handsfree_Transporter.pdf

This is my personal technique for making whip pans. I’m sharing here in hopes that it might help a newer operator who is looking to improve their whip pans during this quarantine.

Hi everybody In light of a lot of sports/steadicam related discussions I figured, why not share my experience. As some of you may know, besides being a steadicam operator, I’ve been an avid competitive gymnast for over 23 years. I just wanted to take the time to write up a small article about gymnastics and the steadicam life and how I feel the two have influenced each other over the past years. Comparing the two has made sense to me since the day I picked up a rig. Like many athletes, gymnasts spend years practicing and developing skills before entering official compeition. The same goes for steadicam, in the beginning, one spends a lot of time developing the strength and insight into what makes a great operator on smaller projects before being able to work on a feature film or a tv-series. Both disciplines (cause let’s face it, steadicam doesn’t involve sitting around doing nothing) require a great deal of strength and stamina. For me personally the two have had tremendous benefits towards one another. Due to my sports background I was able to quickly adapt the musclememory needed to operate this wonderful machine, in return, the more jobs I keep getting, the stronger my legs and back get, making it possible for me to achieve new heights in gymnastics (literally). Though a lot of attention has to be directed towards correct posture, stretching, preventing exertion, both operating steadicam and gymnastics require a bit more than just the physical aspects. I’m talking about the gear, Jerry Holway once told me “Give a master violin player a second hand piece of wood with strings and he’ll be able to play a song, give the same person a Stradivarius and it becomes art”. A great operator can achieve the best shot in the world with the right type of gear, as for a gymnast, this is very similar. I’ve seen a world class gymnast fall of a highbar during an olympic event final, because the flex of the bar was just a little different, the chalk didn’t feel right and 4 years later, that same guy had all the right elements to make “Art” and he brought home the gold medal. I take care of my rig the same way I take care of all the pieces of apparatus in the gym and they both continue to deliver wonderful results. Last part I wanted to touch upon was the matter of safety. Running with a rig down a slippery rocky hill or throwing yourself 4 feet in the air over a solid steel bar, just because that’s what people expect from you can lead to one of two things. Either you get a standing ovation for a fantastic running shot/catching the bar, or you end up breaking your neck. The fact that the latter hasn’t happened to me is because my coaches have always demanded a safe training environement, which I held dear to my heart. I carried on this habit from the moment I first started operating, every running shot I do, every hardmount I rig, every single precarious situation I encounter on set, safety is always my number 1 concern. The main conclusion for me is that both disciplines have had major benefits towards each other and I can only recommend combining sports with operating steadicam. Any other (former) athletes on the forum? I’d love to hear your take on how steadicam may have improved your performances or how your choice of sport has helped out in your operating. Greetings Nils

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Yeah, but then craft service brings around the fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies, and this theory quickly falls apart.

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