The acorn curtain rod end seemed to be a good fit for the bead I had, so it became the socket. I used a timber bead however a solid plastic ball would be ideal. Glue the wall plug in first then glue the ball on to the shaft.Pre drill ball first, be careful not to go right through (about half way). It is hollow so I placed a wall plug in the end before adding the ball / bead. The carbon shaft was purchased from an archery store (makes two hip-sticks) approx 10ml diameter. You may find bits and pieces around your shed that suit better the above is what I had around to do the Job.
This way when you slide you arm in the holder on your detector, the balance and control should be about perfect.What bits and pieces do you need to make it? (See photo below) Make sure you do your bungee up tight enough that it just keeps the detector off the ground. The pointy end, clips to the D ring on your harness (Where you would normally clip the detectors bungee cord) Your bungee cord then clips to the D ring on the Hip-stick. How do you use it? The bulky or blunt end attaches to your belt (or harness belt) about level with your pointy hip bone or inline with the vertical center of your thigh. What is the idea of a Hip-stick? Quite simply it is useful in minimizing the weight on the arm carrying the detector without restricting the side to side motion common with the use of a metal detector. The next two items in picture are home made items $ Bugger all. (Photo Above) Closest item to Camera is a commercially available product $ lots. Good luck tinkering I hope I can keep this simple for you. If you prefer to purchase one rather than make your own I think you will find many benefits in using such a devise when detecting. I thought I would share this DIY project with others who may also find satisfaction in making something for themselves. Takes about an hour to knock up and there is nothing too technical about it. The obvious step was to make my own and I was surprised to find how simple it is to do. When I discovered the price I was absolutely shocked.
I was given a loan of one to try and loved it I was prepared to get myself one. I found the use of a Hip-stick very good and it took a lot of stress off my arm and resulted in me being able to detect for a longer period and with a lot more comfort. I haven't actually checked the spelling or grammer and is original on how I received the article so I apologise for any errors. The original inventor of this who sells them now commercially also published how he made it a few years back on one of the US Forums (can't remeber which). At the bottom we describe our own Hip Stick that we made also but this can be followed also.
Category: Mods Published: 05 August 2008 Hits: 17597
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