What's the best monopod head for manfrotto

I had the 234RC monopod head on my 680B, it and the non-rc version are designed for monopods, but I eventually stopped using it as I couldn't really see any advantage in using one for motorsport :shrug:
 
I never got on with the 234 head, and now use Manfrotto 486RC2 ball. I guess any decent ball head is fine by me on a monopod - I like more movement than the 234 allows, plus the ability to turn the camera vertical.
 
I've got a Manfrotto 234RC and love it. It does allow the camera to be rotated 90 deg (vertical). But I must admit I don't shoot motorsports at all. The quick release plate is the same for my tripod ball head as well! I don't have to take it off the camera.
 
I was in the same position, eventually got the 486RC2 and have been very pleased with it (y)
 
I just got the 681B + 234RC and it seems OK... I like having quick release from the monopod. That said sometimes it feels a bit unnatural when I try to pan and tilt at the same time - because you tilt using the 234RC but pan by moving the monopod. That's probably just feeling strange because I'm new to monopods and used to tripods with ball heads.
 
jollyjack said:
i am looking at getting a manfrotto 681b for my D90 and was wondering what head should i get for it?
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Go to a shop and try a few heads on monopods to see which YOU prefer. Personally, having tried a ball head and a joystick one, I ended up with an RC234 tilt head with a QR system.
 
Take a look at the manfrotto 682, free standing with small pull out feet, I use mine a lot.
Morris Photographic, includes the head or an upgrade.
Jim
 
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