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Self Defense in Colombia

I worked as a free-lance photographer years ago. One thing I learned was this: Thieves are after your cameras? They love to rob photographers! The "why" is obvious: Expensive cameras are easy to sell on the street.

My solution? I learned to walk with a 23 inch, all-aluminum Monopod! Results? Criminals look at the metal monopod, and they visualize a quick strike to their skulls and a visit to the nearest hospital. So they leave you alone. I mean, they don't bother you at all! No ca ...

By Rico on 2004-08-25 15:18:40. 17 comments.