Tripod for Big Eyes

[Outwest]

I recently built up a set of Kowa twin spotters. The setup came in just under 6.5lbs. My Slik 634 is a bit under-gunned for the weight in anything but the calmest conditions and at a very low height. I have an older set of aluminum legs but ideally I would like a 3-section set of carbon legs stiff enough for the weight and could be used at a standing height in a pinch. Weight isn't a huge issue but lighter is nicer.

I'm considering the Manfrotto 290 Xtra carbon legs or the Slik 833.

Any opinions on these or any other options I should look into?

Thanks

 

[5MilesBack]

I'm selling a brand new Meopta Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit in the Classifieds here: https://www.rokslide.com/forums/threads/new-meopta-cf-tripod-kit.212605/

It will go to 70" extended and will hold a heck of a lot more weight than my Slik 634 would. It comes with a ball head and a pan head as well. I sold my spotter and large bino's so sold the Slik tripod and never used this one.

 

[Lionhound1975]

I don't have any Big Eyes but I recently bought the Sirui ST-124 carbon tripod to use with my Meopta S2 spotter. I was using a Slik 634 which I like but with the S2 it could vibrate a little at full height in the wind. The ST-124 is rock solid with the S2 spotter even in the wind. The St-124 weighs 0.6 lb more that the Slik 634 (2.6 lb. vs 2.0 lb) but the load capacity on the ST-124 is 26.5 lb vs 6.6 lb for the Slik. So for four times the load capability and only a 0.6 lb weight penalty, it was worth it to me.

 

[Outwest]

I don't have any Big Eyes but I recently bought the Sirui ST-124 carbon tripod to use with my Meopta S2 spotter. I was using a Slik 634 which I like but with the S2 it could vibrate a little at full height in the wind. The ST-124 is rock solid with the S2 spotter even in the wind. The St-124 weighs 0.6 lb more that the Slik 634 (2.6 lb. vs 2.0 lb) but the load capacity on the ST-124 is 26.5 lb vs 6.6 lb for the Slik. So for four times the load capability and only a 0.6 lb weight penalty, it was worth it to me.

Thanks for the suggestion!


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[Outwest]

I'm selling a brand new Meopta Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit in the Classifieds here: https://www.rokslide.com/forums/threads/new-meopta-cf-tripod-kit.212605/

It will go to 70" extended and will hold a heck of a lot more weight than my Slik 634 would. It comes with a ball head and a pan head as well. I sold my spotter and large bino's so sold the Slik tripod and never used this one.

Thanks for letting me know!


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[Sierra Hunter]

I have a manfrotto 290 and like it, I prefer the clips to extend the legs vs the twist.

 

[Browninglover1]

I would be looking at tripods that guys are using for shooting. You'll be well served jumping up to a 4-5 pound tripod to help stabilize that much glass. Leofoto and Two Vets Sporting Goods have some "affordable" options or you could really step up your game and look at offerings from RRS.

 

[MTElkChaser]

Take a look at Field Optic Research. I have a SLIK tripod and also this one from FOR:

http://www.fieldopticsresearch.com/...d-System-NEW-Ultra-Light-Weight-x49408691.htm

The Field Optic Research is less than 3lbs and has a capacity of 35lbs. It’s rock solid and I shoot off of it shooting hogs with thermal optics just about every week. Also use it for a 95mm spotting scope and I’ve packed it in more times than I can count. The legs also screw off and I’ve used them for shelter poles, shooting sticks, trekking poles, etc…. It’s a really slick setup. PM me with any questions or photo requests. Good luck!

 

[Hatchet Jack]

i use a manfrotto 290x carbon for my kowas and it works well, even when standing.

 

[Bland316]

I have a gitzo carbon fiber tripod that is a beast. Even in super windy conditions it's a solid as a rock. Gitzo's are not cheap though. Only downside.

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[ericl33]

I use a slik 700dx from the truck or short distances for my twin 664's and a promaster xc525c if I'm hiking a long ways.

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[Jon01]

Which gitzo are you running?

I have a gitzo carbon fiber tripod that is a beast. Even in super windy conditions it's a solid as a rock. Gitzo's are not cheap though. Only downside.

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[Bland316]

Which gitzo are you running?

I believe it's a 1325 mk ii

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[Jon01]

I believe it's a 1325 mk ii

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Thanks

 

[BBob]

RRS Ascend and an Outdoorsmans Fluid Head.

 

[fatrascal]

Let's see some pictures of the big eye set ups. Fatrascal

 

[fatrascal]

The Outdoorsmans tall tripod with fluid head sporting the Swarovski BTX with 95mm objective.