Hi Rob, That is what I am using now. It is an aluminum 10mm shaft and walnut pin. I heated and bent the shaft and it works pretty damn good. Maybe an idea like this could work with your pin. The pin that touches ground could be steel/metal inserted into a wooden peg. I would like to try something like this.
No.. I am after a bent wooden endpin system and this current setup with your product actually does a very admirable job and doesn't have much bounce. But I would like to try Robopin with wood as it anchors itself towards the back of the block which might make it even easier/more stable to play.
Just placed my order today for a Robpin. I'll echo that Rob is very responsive and easy to work with! I'll post an update after I've spent some time with it.
Just received mine yesterday, the alleviation of pressure on my lower back and right leg, particularly while seated, was immediately obvious. So far, I love this thing.