Hi All,


I'll be purchasing an EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM lens in the near future. I have a good quality carbon fiber tripod, but I don't think it will always be convenient to set that up when out hiking, etc.


What are your opinions on monopods? Something I should have for use with that lens, or will the IS be sufficient?


In terms of a specific monopod, I'd be leaning toward the Manfrotto 695CX (5-section carbon fiber) with the 234RC quick-release tilt head.


Thanks in advance!


--John