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May 28, 2018 10:18:33   #
via the lens Loc: Northern California, near Yosemite NP
 
O' NO...read the Steve Perry info regarding tripods; "bit the bullet" and just ordered the Gitzo 3543XLS and paid for expedited shipping in the hopes it will get here by Wednesday evening as I am leaving on Thursday! An early Christmas present to me... I'll get my old one fixed if possible and then sell it to someone in the hopes of recouping some of the dollars spent on the new one; I did have some B&H gift certificates so that helps some! Hey, can't take it with me at the end!

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May 28, 2018 10:49:07   #
wildweasel
 
I am looking at an Induro CLT303 No. 3 Stealth Carbon Fiber Tripod,anyone have any experience with this tripod? the heaviest camera/lens I will use is a D750 and Tamron 150-600.

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May 28, 2018 10:50:14   #
pbcbob Loc: Delray Beach, FL
 
They are not well known but take a look at Leofoto. They have several carbon fiber models that will easiy support your camera and lens. You will save money too.

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May 28, 2018 11:18:39   #
RickL Loc: Vail, Az
 
via the lens wrote:
I might end up buying a new carbon fiber tripod. I did a search and most of the topics on this are fairly old.

I currently own a carbon fiber Manfrotto MA055CX3, which I like well enough and have had for about eight years. Have had some issues with the clip-type leg fasteners (hard to open and yes I've oiled them and also replaced at least one) and with a leg slipping, a gasket thing and I'm having trouble figuring out how to put the new gaskets in and I think one set has slipped inside a leg. Am going to send to Manfrotto after my upcoming trip. I have noticed that many tripods now have the leg fasteners that you twist to open, but these would seem to me to be slower to set up? I can unclip my leg fasteners quickly and simply flip the tripod so that all legs are showing and then clip the fasteners into place. Any comments on a good, sturdy carbon fiber tripod that can hold a D800 and a Nikon 200-500 lens sturdy would be appreciated.
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I have a Nest, carbon fiber tripod. It is twist lock and very fast to set up. I use it primarily with a Gimbal head. Good quality and easy to use

Rick

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May 28, 2018 11:38:48   #
rxrose Loc: North Florida
 
If there’s no budget constraints RRS is the way to go.

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May 28, 2018 12:16:11   #
jims203 Loc: Connecticut
 
I agree. I landed up buying one for the 200-500 lens.

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May 28, 2018 12:20:17   #
jeep_daddy Loc: Prescott AZ
 
I have two tripods. I have a Manfrotto with the same kind of clamp type fasteners and I have a Gitzo Series 3 Systematic with twist fasteners. Yes, the clamp style is faster, but they are the kind of fastener that requires some adjustments from time to time. I've had my Manfrotto for almost 10 years and it's been fine, no adjustments needed. I only use the Manfrotto for a camera with my smaller zoom lenses. I use the Carbon fiber Gitzo for my larger prime 300mm and 500mm lenses with a gimbal head for wildlife photography. I suggest you do the same for your heavier 200-500 lens.

via the lens wrote:
I might end up buying a new carbon fiber tripod. I did a search and most of the topics on this are fairly old.

I currently own a carbon fiber Manfrotto MA055CX3, which I like well enough and have had for about eight years. Have had some issues with the clip-type leg fasteners (hard to open and yes I've oiled them and also replaced at least one) and with a leg slipping, a gasket thing and I'm having trouble figuring out how to put the new gaskets in and I think one set has slipped inside a leg. Am going to send to Manfrotto after my upcoming trip. I have noticed that many tripods now have the leg fasteners that you twist to open, but these would seem to me to be slower to set up? I can unclip my leg fasteners quickly and simply flip the tripod so that all legs are showing and then clip the fasteners into place. Any comments on a good, sturdy carbon fiber tripod that can hold a D800 and a Nikon 200-500 lens sturdy would be appreciated.
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May 28, 2018 12:40:46   #
LoneRangeFinder Loc: Left field
 
Photographer Jim wrote:
Anti-rotation legs. (?)


Yes. Thanks

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May 28, 2018 12:46:20   #
LoneRangeFinder Loc: Left field
 
skot917 wrote:
Look into Feisol. I am constantly impressed with my 3472LV. Twist lock legs may actually be faster once you have some experience using them.


The Feisol with the anti rotation locks ARE faster. Less than a quarter turn with each leg.


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May 28, 2018 15:59:04   #
DannyKaye Loc: Sheffield now but soon moving to Blanzay
 
I have three tripods, two full size and one small and two mono pods with at least 5 heads including my own design of panoramic head. However, my last purchase was a Three Legged Thing Eric, if I was starting again all my kit would be from them.

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May 28, 2018 16:28:29   #
Dr.Nikon Loc: Honolulu Hawaii
 
RRS ...and their Ball Head .. if you got the money ...all USA ... I see you bought already ... hope it makes it by Thur...

I posted some shots as others should know about FOTO PRO carbon fiber ...So many NATGEO photographers choose it for a reason .. the column posts are 36mm and the carbon fiber is industrial 9ply .. it will support a 200lb person hanging from it .. mine is a T83-C .. they make a variety of sizes and price ranges ..

Veritle
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Well made
Well made...
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NATGEO USES THEM
NATGEO USES THEM...
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Spikes .. yikes and rubber ft
Spikes .. yikes and rubber ft...
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Best case in the business
Best case in the business...
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Made to go Salt water / snow ..
Made to go Salt water / snow .....
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3 colum is all you need I’m 6”1 here
3 colum is all you need I’m 6”1 here...
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May 28, 2018 16:42:52   #
lamiaceae Loc: San Luis Obispo County, CA
 
via the lens wrote:
I might end up buying a new carbon fiber tripod. I did a search and most of the topics on this are fairly old.

I currently own a carbon fiber Manfrotto MA055CX3, which I like well enough and have had for about eight years. Have had some issues with the clip-type leg fasteners (hard to open and yes I've oiled them and also replaced at least one) and with a leg slipping, a gasket thing and I'm having trouble figuring out how to put the new gaskets in and I think one set has slipped inside a leg. Am going to send to Manfrotto after my upcoming trip. I have noticed that many tripods now have the leg fasteners that you twist to open, but these would seem to me to be slower to set up? I can unclip my leg fasteners quickly and simply flip the tripod so that all legs are showing and then clip the fasteners into place. Any comments on a good, sturdy carbon fiber tripod that can hold a D800 and a Nikon 200-500 lens sturdy would be appreciated.
I might end up buying a new carbon fiber tripod. ... (show quote)


Using tripods for over 35 years I've used and owned several brands. These days all I'll buy is Gitzo. Used prices can be really good on older designs. My two Gitzo systems are all 1980-90's vintage (two legs, three heads, one side arm).

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May 28, 2018 17:52:27   #
LoneRangeFinder Loc: Left field
 
Dr.Nikon wrote:
Google FOTOPRO TS-83C .., This has replaced all my Tripod’s .. it’s what a lot of the National Geographic on location pros use ..No center column

Yes it is $800 plus ..US Dollars, but .. ,order it from Canada ...as they quote in Canadian Dollars ..shipped to the US .., ..about $548 US landed..

They make many varieties .., but I decided on the TS-83C .., as I did not want a center colum....RealyRight Stuff was a close second.. but as the FotoPro was identical and $300 less when buying from Canada vs USA .., I went with it ..

Good luck ..
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I agree that it looks like one helluva tripod. Leg diameter is one of the keys to stability and the 9-ply carbon fiber also supports strength and stability. It looks very impressive. Also agree on the center column thing: Using a center column is an “undo” for everything else you have done to maximize stability.

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May 28, 2018 17:54:19   #
speters Loc: Grangeville/Idaho
 
via the lens wrote:
I might end up buying a new carbon fiber tripod. I did a search and most of the topics on this are fairly old.

I currently own a carbon fiber Manfrotto MA055CX3, which I like well enough and have had for about eight years. Have had some issues with the clip-type leg fasteners (hard to open and yes I've oiled them and also replaced at least one) and with a leg slipping, a gasket thing and I'm having trouble figuring out how to put the new gaskets in and I think one set has slipped inside a leg. Am going to send to Manfrotto after my upcoming trip. I have noticed that many tripods now have the leg fasteners that you twist to open, but these would seem to me to be slower to set up? I can unclip my leg fasteners quickly and simply flip the tripod so that all legs are showing and then clip the fasteners into place. Any comments on a good, sturdy carbon fiber tripod that can hold a D800 and a Nikon 200-500 lens sturdy would be appreciated.
I might end up buying a new carbon fiber tripod. ... (show quote)

For qick adjusting the tripod, Manfrotto has/had several models that let you adjust the height of the legs with a single push button near the top(right below the head) for years.

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May 28, 2018 18:21:44   #
RichardSM Loc: Back in Texas
 
Benro or Induro carbon fiber tripods are some of best built tripods I have ever owned check them out.


via the lens wrote:
I might end up buying a new carbon fiber tripod. I did a search and most of the topics on this are fairly old.

I currently own a carbon fiber Manfrotto MA055CX3, which I like well enough and have had for about eight years. Have had some issues with the clip-type leg fasteners (hard to open and yes I've oiled them and also replaced at least one) and with a leg slipping, a gasket thing and I'm having trouble figuring out how to put the new gaskets in and I think one set has slipped inside a leg. Am going to send to Manfrotto after my upcoming trip. I have noticed that many tripods now have the leg fasteners that you twist to open, but these would seem to me to be slower to set up? I can unclip my leg fasteners quickly and simply flip the tripod so that all legs are showing and then clip the fasteners into place. Any comments on a good, sturdy carbon fiber tripod that can hold a D800 and a Nikon 200-500 lens sturdy would be appreciated.
I might end up buying a new carbon fiber tripod. ... (show quote)

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