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Lil-Rokslider
Gotcha, I just picked up a 323C that I'm very happy with thus far. Maybe until I try a rrs hahaCarbon quality and layup makes a big difference in rigidity. High modulus carbon for instance is atleast twice the stiffness as regular carbon in my experience with extendable 50 ft carbon poles that I use for my business.
I tested a Leofoto 324 against a RRS Ascend, which has smaller diameter legs. The RRS was MUCH stiffer laterally than the 324. Grabbing a leg with each hand and counter pulling/pushing, the 324 felt like a noodle compared to the Ascend. The 284 was even more so.
Some ppl find that the Leofoto, Sunway etc. work fine for their uses though.
Personally, I’ve worked hard to optimize my fitness, skillsets and capabilities for mountain hunting. I won’t let gear be the weak point in my system. It’s the one area that can be optimized by throwing some money at it, unlike all the others.