Is the base suppose to twist? I'm talking about the blue part right under the flip lock.
1627466
Yes, the top where the camera sits will twists 360 degrees if you want. The base also twists. It is on a ball and rotates or pivots from side to side. I took it on a hike and it was helpful to have the added stability of the monopod.
1627467
Yes it does. It you tighten the part the feet are attached to (the ball joint-from the bottom) the monopod can rotate smoothly. If you untighten the ball joint, it allows the monopod to be flexible and still twist at the joint and the base will not twist-because the tension is gone. Hope that helps.
1627468
yes, it is. this is the best way to pane with the monopod (also the head can, but is less fluid)
868941
For me, the size out of the box was the smallest it would go. Once extended out to a longer size - simply push back together. At least that's how mine works. I never had to twist anything.
1759216
Yes. But, I cannot remember if it was a simple twist or if it needed a tool. I did it on mine.
2074479
You must have a defective one..had no problem opening mine. Turn counterclockwise.
434390
Since it locks by twisting it I know it has something to do with twisting in a particular direction. I have not used mine in a couple years and I couldn't find my directions for it.
636919
No, it does not fit properly into the slot at the base. It's a little unstable.
120138
You would have to alter the handles someway in order for them not to twist. The rotation of the handle adds variation and a better contraction at the top of the movement. Try them out and see...u can always return them!
838915
Yes, it twist into the rear shell to close and lock. You just need to be able to reach the front portion enough to twist about 1/8 th of a turn.
351090
There are 2 knobs that adjust the tightness of the mirror, I've not had a problem with it flipping unless you make it flip.
2087256
The bottom of the product should twist off, then securely twist the opposite direction to close after inserting new batteries. Thank you for shopping with us! ~GigglesWorld
953820
When you say "twist" do you mean to unlock it in order to change directions? If so mine just took a bit of loosening. I smacked it with a hammer a few times and then was able to reverse the twist with no issue. Ended up working perfectly when I needed to remove the rusted set screws holding the brake rotors on my 2007 Acura MDX. 7 years/75k miles and have never been changed so they were really rusted in there. Two smacks a piece and they came right out!
682338
I have not had any problems with mine. But maybe you are twisting it the wrong way when you plug it in.
1618435
I am not sure. Mine twists right into place. you have to take the lid off first. Maybe yours is faulty?
842440
Ours clicks into place. Each time we use it we switch the handle to the opposite side. Our instructions said to do this. It helps the cord from getting twisted.
784243
Yes, it is normal. It's not screwed in. It's held in with clips and 2 "o" rings. This allows it to swivel and nothing will unscrew.
255426
Correction: It is screwed on normally, but has the twist tip head which seems to be getting loose through usage.
362348
It's easiest to twist apart. If you've tried that and it doesn't work, yours may be defective. Good luck!