I have never used a monopod but have occasionally wished I had some support when using my Tamron SP 23A so when I saw one for sale (minus the quick release plate) for £10 and being reassured that a replacement plate would be easy to source I decided to buy it. A quick look on the WWW has not come up with any answers to me. Could somebody recommend a replacement? I understand Vanguard make QR plates that fit Jessop tripods, if so which one? Is this monopod any good? It extends to my height and seems robust enough to take a few pounds of weight? Presumably the QR plate would be similarly robust. The plate holder has some lugs in it so I don't think some cheap ebay item will fit. Another stupid question, can I take it off and fit a different head? Read more at: