best lightweight tripod and head for spotter?
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You can use the Sirui T024SKVA5 with that, no problem. It folds to about 15", is carbon Fiber, light weight and has the best fluid head IMO in its class.
We have this on special for forum members. Instead of $299.90, it would be $254.92 and then you get 15% back from Sirui.
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Joel
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We have this on special for forum members. Instead of $299.90, it would be $254.92 and then you get 15% back from Sirui.
Call me with any questions
Joel
516-217-1000
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You can use the Sirui T024SKVA5 with that, no problem. It folds to about 15", is carbon Fiber, light weight and has the best fluid head IMO in its class.
We have this on special for forum members. Instead of $299.90, it would be $254.92 and then you get 15% back from Sirui.
Call me with any questions
Joel
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Does the fluid head come with an adapter or screw to hold binos or would that be something you have to order extra?
I absolutely love my sirui fluid head! And ya cameralandNY has very good customer service!
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Yes, it comes with a plate to use on any binocular adapter or spotting scope. It's Arca Swiss type plate
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Could you mount a laid of Bino’s and a spotter to this tripod? Looks like a great option for such a lightweight setup. Also could you get a pig/hog saddle to soemthing like this? I’ve been looking for something I could use with a rifle yet turn around and use my bino and spotter. I know might not be an option lol.You can use the Sirui T024SKVA5 with that, no problem. It folds to about 15", is carbon Fiber, light weight and has the best fluid head IMO in its class.
We have this on special for forum members. Instead of $299.90, it would be $254.92 and then you get 15% back from Sirui.
Call me with any questions
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It's an Arca swiss mount so it should accept anything with that mount on the bottom
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Would you recommend a different setup if someone was going to use something heavier on top at taller heights?
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Yes, anything in the Sirui N series. For the rest of the month the N series, any tripod or kit in the N series are all 25% off and then the 15% back
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The American made Outdoorsmans “Standard Tripod” with Jim White 2.0 head is a premium set-up and you wouldn’t be sending money to China. You can use all Arca standard plates and even shoot off of it.
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The very best tripods are by Really Right Stuff. They are pricey, but the absolute best and of course made in
The capacity of these tripods blows away all of the chinese made tripods, the quality difference is apparent. An Outdoorsman head or a ball head are great on these tripods. The “one” series is the lightest.
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I went with a “two” series with the anvil head so I can glass/shoot From the same tripod. I made a modification to remove the bottom two leg sections for backpacking and am at 3.5# for the tripod and head combo. The RRS heads are rated in foot pounds of torque, not just capacity.
Look at the resale value of premium American made tripods and equipment, they really hold their value.
Outdoorsmans Standard Tripod
The Outdoorsmans Standard Tripod is perfect for standing, sitting, balancing on boulders or truck beds, and has the adjustability of a three-section design. We call it the Standard because we firmly believe that’s what it will quickly become; both for us and our customers. The Standard has...
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Jim White Pan Head 2.0
Overview In honor of a great man and with help from folks like you, we're proud to have taken the Jim White Pan Head to its next evolution. The Jim White 2.0 is compatible with Arca-Swiss and the Original Jim White Plates, so you can enjoy all your favorite accessories with the benefit of a...
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The very best tripods are by Really Right Stuff. They are pricey, but the absolute best and of course made in
The capacity of these tripods blows away all of the chinese made tripods, the quality difference is apparent. An Outdoorsman head or a ball head are great on these tripods. The “one” series is the lightest.
SOAR® Series 1 Tripods | Really Right Stuff
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BC-18 Micro Ball
SpecsWeight: 3.7oz/ 106gHeight: 1.8"/ 46mmLength: 2.9"/ 74mmWidth: 1.2"/ 30mmType II Black Anodized 6061-T6 Aluminum
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I went with a “two” series with the anvil head so I can glass/shoot From the same tripod. I made a modification to remove the bottom two leg sections for backpacking and am at 3.5# for the tripod and head combo. The RRS heads are rated in foot pounds of torque, not just capacity.
Look at the resale value of premium American made tripods and equipment, they really hold their value.
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For the absolute lightest tripod, Kramer Designs makes the Granite Peak. I have been using one of these for years. I added an Outdoorsmans quick release panner to my KDC tripod, it’s great when you don’t want the weight. Kramer Designs are also made in USA
Received my Sirui T024 w/head today from CAMERALAND. I'm really impressed. I just got it out of the box and have not played with it yet but it seems very well built. Joel @CAMERALAND was very professional and helpful. Now, I need to get a bino adaptor of some sort for the Leupold BX-4s I got this week off a warranty claim (top notch CS). And for the record neither of these 2 companies gave or paid me to make these statements.
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Let me know what you come up with for mounting the BX-4s into this set up. My every day carry binos are BX-4s and don’t have a threaded stud. I’d like to be able to glass with them occasionally from the tripod when I don’t take the Meoptas out.
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The Leupold BX-4 does have a 1/4-20 threaded stud adapter hole. Just twist off the Leupold logo cap on the front of the objective side hinge. I have 2 pairs of BX-4's and both have universal Outdoorsman's studs on them for use with my Outdoorsman's setups.
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You’re a hero! I didn’t even know these binos had that option. Just checked mine and, yup, there it is! Thanks so much.
I'm probably going to order the Vortex Optics Binocular Tripod adaptor. I like how it has a thumb screw to attach to bino'.
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Slik carbonfiber. I bought a 634
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You can use the Sirui T024SKVA5 with that, no problem. It folds to about 15", is carbon Fiber, light weight and has the best fluid head IMO in its class.
We have this on special for forum members. Instead of $299.90, it would be $254.92 and then you get 15% back from Sirui.
Call me with any questions
Joel
516-217-1000
How do I get my 25% off being a Rokslide member?
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