Simeon Geyer

Hey guys, 

I’m literally just starting out my steadicam journey and came across an offer that has the Exovest, A30 arm and Aero 30 for a pretty good price compared to what it would cost new. I’m wondering if this rig would be a good option to start practicing at home without having to go to a rental every time? I’m really trying to get the hours in to get the basics down. I read somewhere that learning on a more lightweight sled/rig is transferable to bigger rigs and might even help as a bigger/heavier rig is a bit more forgiving?

I know the A30 arm and Aero 30 Sled will quite quickly be maxed out for use on actual shoots, but I could update/replace those when I get there. The Exovest I could keep using. I’m yet to check out the different vests in general to see which suits me best. But in case I like the Exovest, do you guys think this could be a good step?

Hey guys, 

I was wondering if it is possible to switch the mounting socket for the arm on an Exovest from the lightweight one to the normal one? 
I have the chance to buy the vest with an A30 arm for a pretty good price but would want to switch the socket to use it with an G50x or G70x arm quite soon. 
Is that possible and what part would I need to buy/how much would that cost me roughly? 

Trying to see if I can actually save money or if buying the “replacement part” would mean I can just buy the vest new with the right socket.