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Jun 5, 2021 08:16:47   #
K.Cole
 
MDI Mainer wrote:
What is the maximum length you can accommodate in the saddlebag?


18"

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Jun 5, 2021 09:15:59   #
jims203 Loc: Connecticut
 
Check out what I found on B&H Photo Video
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1249619-REG

Best will support everything

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Jun 5, 2021 09:40:15   #
gvarner Loc: Central Oregon Coast
 
The rule of thumb that I’ve read is that a "good" tripod costs a lot of money. You’ll have to re-evaluate your budget limit.

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Jun 5, 2021 09:46:55   #
Goober Loc: Southeastern PA
 
Check out Sirui tripods on the B&H website. They make some lightweight tripods that fold to about 15 inches but max extension in the 50-60 inch range so you would need to bend over a bit. Adding a small ball head would extend height 3 inches or so. You could pack the ball head separately if need be although not very convenient. Prices in the $150 range. Sirui quality is very good for the price in my opinion.
Good luck!

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Jun 5, 2021 09:53:08   #
fotobyferg
 
I have been *very* happy with my 13” Pro master professional for travel. It’s compact and supports all my gear. I have, on occasion, used my 150-600 with it, but only for stabilization....I wouldn’t walk away from it, lol. It converts to a monopod, and I use arca swis attachments. I think I paid under $200 for it, but I can’t find it on their website. I bought it at a good camera shop a few years back.





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Jun 5, 2021 10:02:17   #
fotobyferg
 
K.Cole wrote:
Thanks BurghByrd. I'll check them out.


This one is very much like mine mentioned above. It may be a slightly newer model.

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Jun 5, 2021 10:19:03   #
tomad Loc: North Carolina
 
Can't recommend it personally but it gets about 1500 5 star reviews if you can believe those...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C1PXQVS/ref=sspa_dk_detail_5?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07C1PXQVS&pd_rd_w=I1BXP&pf_rd_p=91afecf5-8b2e-41e2-9f11-dc6992c6eaa1&pd_rd_wg=plHX4&pf_rd_r=HZ2X1YPV43MTF2WJSSZ3&pd_rd_r=56b9697e-20bf-4628-a7ca-3aee3108f4fb&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExNEU2S0RMSFc3NTNUJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMzc5MDQ1VkdBM1pFVVNUOE5UJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAwMjI5MTcyNFVRQTA5U1RYNDRKJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

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Jun 5, 2021 10:34:44   #
photoman43
 
K.Cole wrote:
Greetings all, I'm in need of a small tripod that will fit in the saddlebags of a bike I use frequently. Have been using an el-cheapo from WallyWorld for a couple of years but would rally like to upgrade to a better unit that can withstand constant vibration in the saddlbag. When on the bike I shoot mostly with a Canon Elf 360, but do occasionally carry one or both DSLRs. With the elf the tripod would be mostly used for selfies with the Elf, but with the DSLRs it would need to be substantially better than what I now have. I want to avoid buying another for a good while as the cheap ones prove, you get what you pay for as they fall apart in the very unfriendly environment of a saddlebag. All that said, what would be a good unit to look at with a folded size limit of 18"? Need to keep cost below $150. TIA
Greetings all, I'm in need of a small tripod that ... (show quote)



Here is a link to a comparison of small/travel type tripods. All cost well over $150.

https://havecamerawilltravel.com/photographer/travel-tripod-review-induro-grand-turismo/

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Jun 5, 2021 10:38:08   #
K.Cole
 
To re-iterate for the sake of saving everyone some time:

Maximum folded length 18".
Minimum extended height 48 to 60" (or more).
Table-tops are of no use to me; already have at least four of those.
Have a budget for a reason; difficult to spend what you don't have.

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Jun 5, 2021 10:46:06   #
photoman43
 
This might be it: Google for its specs.

Koolehaoda K-666 Portable Camera Aluminium Tripod.

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Jun 5, 2021 10:56:01   #
K.Cole
 
Goober wrote:
Check out Sirui tripods on the B&H website. They make some lightweight tripods that fold to about 15 inches but max extension in the 50-60 inch range so you would need to bend over a bit. Adding a small ball head would extend height 3 inches or so. You could pack the ball head separately if need be although not very convenient. Prices in the $150 range. Sirui quality is very good for the price in my opinion.
Good luck!


Thanks for that feedback.

I found this on Amazon but not B&H. Is it similar to yours? It says folded length of 18.9". I'm wondering if folding the ball head 90° will allow me to fit down in the place I have for it. That length limit is only for the horizontal measurement and would be easy enough to have the ball head hanging up, down of sitting sideways if turned.

What are your thoughts on those possibilities?

https://www.amazon.com/Traveler-Lightweight-Portable-Panorama-Capacity/dp/B07KD274QV/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=sirui%2Btripod&qid=1622904119&s=electronics&sr=1-1-spons&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyWTJKT0pDWDVIMTVZJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDI3NzQ1MlQ3WkhCSVVVT1c0TiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUExMDIzMjMyMkhJSzdIS0ZSVkFPOSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU&th=1

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Jun 5, 2021 11:35:57   #
Goober Loc: Southeastern PA
 
K.Cole wrote:
Thanks for that feedback.

I found this on Amazon but not B&H. Is it similar to yours? It says folded length of 18.9". I'm wondering if folding the ball head 90° will allow me to fit down in the place I have for it. That length limit is only for the horizontal measurement and would be easy enough to have the ball head hanging up, down of sitting sideways if turned.

What are your thoughts on those possibilities?

https://www.amazon.com/Traveler-Lightweight-Portable-Panorama-Capacity/dp/B07KD274QV/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=sirui%2Btripod&qid=1622904119&s=electronics&sr=1-1-spons&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyWTJKT0pDWDVIMTVZJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDI3NzQ1MlQ3WkhCSVVVT1c0TiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUExMDIzMjMyMkhJSzdIS0ZSVkFPOSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU&th=1
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B&H has a couple Sirui tripods listed on their website that fall into your dimensional requirements. I have a Sirui tripod carbon fiber Model N-2204X and a Sirui K20x ball head.Overall length is 18.5 inches with ball head attached. It will support a ff body with 100-400 lens with reasonable stability. I bought it for travel as it fits in my luggage without removing the ball head. I believe I paid around $200 or a littl more for the tripod which I understand it is over your budget but the dimensions are perfect for your needs. The price of the ball head is separate. Sirui does have similar model tripods in the $150 range. This is not a tripod that will fall apart.

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Jun 5, 2021 11:49:38   #
K.Cole
 
thank you

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Jun 5, 2021 11:55:27   #
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K.Cole wrote:
............... I'm wondering if folding the ball head 90° will allow me to fit down in the place I have for it. That length limit is only for the horizontal measurement and would be easy enough to have the ball head hanging up, down of sitting sideways if turned.

What are your thoughts on those possibilities?

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A reversible center column might help with the stored length dimension. That would put the head amongst the feet during transport (kinda like a human flying coach). Or just pack the center column as a separate item.

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Jun 5, 2021 13:00:18   #
Sidwalkastronomy Loc: New Jersey Shore
 
Tough combo to meet the all. any flexibility in your requirements

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