For you production sound folks, here is a great deal on the Rode 10' Mini Boom Pole. It's lightweight (aluminum) and extends to 10'. While not the sweet graphite models, always good to have a spare or a good start for beginners to buff up those shoulder muscles.

Quickie specs:

• Lightweight aluminium construction
• New ultra smooth extension and retraction system
• Easy to use locking mechanism
• Precision balanced
• Extends from 0.84m (33") to 3m (10')