3 Legged Thing Legends Lance
Score: 99/100
Sirui AM-MDP01
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Legends Lance is an ultra-tall 4-section carbon-fibre monopod that reaches 207 cm, supports up to 60 kg, and doubles as a boom arm thanks to dual-thread ends. Its lightweight carbon-fibre build and included DOCZ2 foot stabilizer make it ideal for professional photographers and videographers needing extreme height. Drawbacks include a sticky rubber grip, reliance on technique for stability at full extension, and the lack of an integrated video head.
The SIRUI AM-MDP01 is a 5-section carbon-fiber monopod weighing just 0.41 kg, offering a 165 cm maximum height and a 22 lb load capacity. It folds to 18.5 in for travel and includes a 360° phone holder plus useful outdoor accessories. Its main trade-offs are the lack of built-in feet and a stiff twist-lock mechanism.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
60 kgbest | 10 kg | |
207 cmbest | 165 cm | |
| ↓ lower better | 66.5 cm | 47 cmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 0.677 kg | 0.41 kgbest |
4 | 6best | |
88.6best | 24.4 | |
60 monthsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(4) | ||
Maximum Load Capacity (kg) | 60 kg | 10 kg |
Maximum Extended Height (cm) | 207 cm | 165 cm |
Minimum Collapsed Height (cm) | 66.5 cm | 47 cm |
Load‑to‑Weight Ratio | 88.6 | 24.4 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Mounting Thread Size | 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 (spring-loaded) | 1/4" & 3/8" |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | DOCZ2 foot stabilizer; Toolz multitool; AirHed Trinity Video Head (Super Kit) | 360° rotatable phone holder, cold protection foam grip, safety wrist strap, carabiner clip, mini compass |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.677 kg | 0.4097 kg |
Primary Material | Carbon fibre | Carbon fiber |
Leg Lock Type | Magnesium alloy with rubber O-Pads | Twist lock |
Number of Leg Sections | 4 | 6 |
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Professional reviewers laud the Lance as the tallest, strongest carbon-fibre monopod on the market, emphasizing its 60 kg load capacity, dual-thread versatility, and premium build quality.
Everyday users consistently praise the Lance for its unrivaled height, solid construction, and the added stability of the DOCZ2 foot. Common complaints focus on the sticky rubber grip and the top-heavy feel when using large camera rigs without the foot stabilizer.
“perfect for concert photography”
“essential for wedding videography in packed venues.”
“I've used it with a 10kg cinema rig - zero flex.”
Professional reviewers highlight the AM-MDP01's exceptional strength-to-weight ratio thanks to its carbon-fiber build, noting its durability in cold or hot environments and its suitability for fast, low-profile shooting in crowded or tourist-heavy locations. They commend its compactness and accessory bundle, while pointing out the lack of modular feet as a trade-off for pure portability.
Everyday users rave about the monopod's feather-light feel, solid load capacity, and the handy phone holder, often calling it perfect for hiking and travel. Recurring complaints focus on the twist-lock's stiffness, the absence of a ground spike, and concerns about the long-term durability of the phone clamp.
