Hiking with Large Tripod
Oct 13, 2020 10:40:27 #
I'm curious if anyone had found a satisfactory method to transporting a larger tripod on a hike or bird walk? Previous discussions on this topic have referenced products that are no longer available, or devolved into variations of "Don't do it" (i.e., use a monopod, use a lighter tripod, do everything handheld, etc.). I can always strap my Gitzo tripod onto my Lowepro backpack, but I am hoping to find something more specialized but still in the backpack format (two shoulder straps). Any ideas out there?
Oct 13, 2020 10:41:38 #
Oct 13, 2020 10:47:43 #
Something like this?
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/768760-REG/Oben_TS_200_Tripod_Strap_with.html
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/768760-REG/Oben_TS_200_Tripod_Strap_with.html
Oct 13, 2020 10:50:47 #
Curiosity struck! I used the B&H tripod selector and found many with weight ratings of 15 pounds and folded length of 24 inches.
At 30 pounds and 19", I found this one: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1156935-REG/sirui_bsrw1204_w_series_waterproof_tripod.html
At 30 pounds and 19", I found this one: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1156935-REG/sirui_bsrw1204_w_series_waterproof_tripod.html
Oct 13, 2020 10:51:45 #
ClarkJohnson wrote:
I'm curious if anyone had found a satisfactory met... (show quote)
My best buddy laments being unable to get his wife to pack the gear - I guess you never know till you try!
Actually, an old fashioned 2 wheel golf bag cart would work for all but the roughest terrain.
Oct 13, 2020 10:57:29 #
I've actually always thought about a golf bag for toting my camera gear. If golfers can do it. . . . But they're expensive!
Oct 13, 2020 10:57:44 #
I have a strap from Optec that has smaller straps on each end with quick release buckles. The smaller straps go just below to head and lower on the legs. It lets you carry the tripod much like you would a rifle with a strap, over your shoulder or across your chest. WARNING!!! at least once the assembly has been mistaken for a gun,
Bill
Bill
Oct 13, 2020 11:01:11 #
ClarkJohnson wrote:
I'm curious if anyone had found a satisfactory met... (show quote)
Consider a chest device. No tripod needed. I do take a carbon monopod if I want more stability.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1345244-REG/field_optics_research_h017_binopod_harness_system_with.html/?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&lsft=BI%3A514&gclid=Cj0KCQjwoJX8BRCZARIsAEWBFMIeCla6N2jM3AApKIRgxYySwvYX_BYaroyHzMEtDEePcpVltBgB7OkaApSIEALw_wcB
Oct 13, 2020 11:03:04 #
I always carry mine. Put camera gear in the pack. If I am using it for long lens and wildlife, I carry the tripod and camera together. It is already too easy to miss the event when using a tripod. Time to set up, etc.
I am usually shooting in lower light, early before sunrise and late afternoon/evening after sunset, when many organisms are most active. So I try to be as prepared as possible.
The tripod I use extends to 75inches in height w/o a center post, so it is reasonably large. Good luck.
I am usually shooting in lower light, early before sunrise and late afternoon/evening after sunset, when many organisms are most active. So I try to be as prepared as possible.
The tripod I use extends to 75inches in height w/o a center post, so it is reasonably large. Good luck.
Oct 13, 2020 11:04:54 #
AzPicLady wrote:
I've actually always thought about a golf bag for toting my camera gear. If golfers can do it. . . . But they're expensive!
Check Good Will or similar organizations.
Oct 13, 2020 11:05:08 #
How about something similar to this with a little modification?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZFruJITY2w
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZFruJITY2w
Oct 13, 2020 11:12:10 #
Longshadow wrote:
Thanks. Yes, something like that would be a fallback, but I would think task would be a little less awkward if the tripod was secure on my back and out of the way.
Oct 13, 2020 11:19:38 #
Strodav
Loc: Houston, Tx
I hike in with a D500, Nikon 600mm f/4, Nikon 200-500mm f/5.6, a 1.4x teleconverter, a Sirui carbon fiber mid size tripod with a Nest Gimbal head and the normal extra junk like filters, lens cleaning stuff, spare battery, pen and pencil, water bottle, trail mix, ... . I usually carry my camera and one of the telephoto zooms with a shoulder strap and an everything else in / on a backpack. This works for me for the typical 4hr to 6hr wildlife / birding shoot.
Oct 13, 2020 11:23:40 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
If you must ignore the "don't do it" advice, strap it on.
Agree! I have a go-pro backpack which allows for a tripod on one side and bladder on the other. Works great for my Manfrotto 055 which is not light. If weight is a concern just get a lighter tripod for those hikes with a backpack.
Oct 13, 2020 11:45:14 #
Bozsik wrote:
I always carry mine. Put camera gear in the pack. ... (show quote)
has worked for my for longer than I care to mention
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