Pole Mapping Kit

As opposed to a telescoping pole, this design will not collapse when in a vertical position, and is therefore ideal for aerial photo applications. You can get your point-and-shoot camera to a height of 30+ feet! 

This kit includes:

• one Ron Thompson Carp Gangster Pole
• mounting hardware with nuts and bolts
• rigid PVC sleeve
• rubber stripping
• universal tripod ball mount

Uses include not only aerial mapping, but also:

• stunning event photography, such as group photos and weddings
• real estate and location photography
• gutter and roof inspection
• any instance where you want the vantage of a drone, but the quality of a full-fledged camera

You can find an activity with assembly instructions here 

"Carp poles are a fantastic platform due to their amazing weight characteristics given the altitude that can be achieved. I would highly recommend this form of aerial photography to those who are looking for a very accessible method and do not need extremely wide area coverage. It is also a lot of fun to play around with these things and the direct connection that you have of the imaging system is unequaled by other aerial techniques." -Ecta64 via Public Lab Research Note

Unfortunately, Pole Kits are too large to ship to many countries.

International customers please message shipping@publiclab.org before purchase to confirm that we can ship to your country; or be prepared for a refund in the event that your local postal service does not accept such large packages.

International Delivery must ship priority mail.