Tripod of 82mm spotter

Xringer07

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I just picked up a Vanguard Endeavor HD 82 spotter and I'm looking for an all around tripod for it. I think I've narrowed it down to the Promaster xc325c and the Slik 634cf. My uses for the tripod and spotter will be split between general birding/wildlife viewing and backpack hunting. My dilemma is that I'm thinking the 3 piece leg system of the Promaster will be a little more stable at full extension than a 4 or 5 piece of the same height. The issue is the collapsed length of the 3 piece. Will I be able to get low enough to use it sitting? I think it's around 20.5" for the 3 piece and 18" for the 4 piece. Any thoughts you guys have on the matter are extremely appreciated. Thanks!
 
Funny.... I just bought an Endeavor 82 spotter and a XC525C Promaster tripod. My spotting scope is an angled version and with the legs fully extended, I don't have to raise the center post at all for comfortable viewing thru the scope. I'm 5'-10". It holds the scope wonderful. It's actually really steady.

This tripod is definitely a few leaps and bounds above my other one. It was a $30 amazon special. It lasted one season before breaking where the legs attach.

I can take some measurements and pictures if you would like.

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That's great to hear maninthemaze. Are you using the head that came with it? If it's not too big of hastle could you get the measurement of just the legs and also the measurement from the top of the legs to the top of the head? That way I might be able to decipher how well the legs would fit in the side pocket of my pack? Thanks a ton!
 
I'm using the head that came with. I like the ball part of it and also how well it swings from side to side. I don't like how the quick detach plate attaches to the head. It's not "quick" by any means. It's simple, and sturdy, just not what I would call quick. As far as measurements go.

Just the head is 3 1/2" tall.
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With the legs folded flat against themselves it measures 17 1/2"
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With the center post extended and then the legs folded back over themselves (swung 180 degrees) if that makes sense, it measures 15 1/2"
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And with the legs folded back over themselves like above, only this time with the head installed, it measures the same 15 1/2"
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Hope this helps. It's definitely a great tripod. As far as the head goes, there might be better ones out there, but this one works fine for me.

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I also wanted to add. With the tripod standing and the center post down to its minimum, the top of the head is 53" off the ground.

With the center post extended it's 62 1/2" to the top of the head.

Let me know if you have any more questions or want any more pictures. I don't mind at all. I think there is a review on S&S Archery's website about this tripod. I also think they are a sponsor of Rokslide.

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Wow thank you so much for such a comprehensive breakdown! It sounds like you are completely satisfied with the 5 piece leg system. Do you think there would be any benefit to the 3 piece with stiffer legs? Or would that reach the point of diminishing returns?
 
Oh yeah, I like the tripod. I can't imagine the tripod getting any more stable. These legs are pretty darn stiff. In that video review on S&S Archery's website, he talks about using the monopod leg as a walking stick. That might be pushing it a little bit.

I tried held a Vortex high country tripod once at a Cabela's and it was pretty flimsy. The legs almost had an arch to them once the tripod was extended to standing height.

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Awesome. Sounds like I'm in the market for a 525c now haha. Can't thank you enough for your time and information!
 
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