Backpack side mesh pocket
Jan 20, 2023 10:00:11 #
Craig Meyer wrote:
I have a bunch of insulated water bottle holders/with belt loops. They work for everything from lenses general tote space for batteries, memory cards, candy bars (don't tell!), and yes water bottles. They come pretty small, so try one inside the mesh, they'll certainly contain the pod legs.
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Jan 20, 2023 10:54:36 #
nascar27 wrote:
My backpack does not have a dedicated tripod holde... (show quote)
A photo of your set up would help. But, since it's a backpack, strap the tripod to the shoulder strap where it attached to the pack, and somewhere at the bottom with Velcro. The pocket you're using is not strong enough to support the tripod for long.
Jan 20, 2023 11:48:12 #
rwm283main wrote:
Cut the top off an appropriate sized water bottle and slide it into the mesh pocket.
Thought about doing that very thing....thanks
Jan 20, 2023 12:46:18 #
cahale
Loc: San Angelo, TX
nascar27 wrote:
My backpack does not have a dedicated tripod holde... (show quote)
I have a lightweight tripod which came with a soft carrying case. I just place the strap to the inside of my backpack, with the main case on the outside, then put the backpack on. Works like a charm, and doesn't cause any discomfort or balance problems since it is centered.
Jan 20, 2023 12:50:35 #
AzPicLady wrote:
I haven't tried this, but I saw a guy carrying his that way and he had a small piece of leather in the bottom of the pocket that sort of made a heavier bottom to support the tripod. I think if I were to try this, I'd try to sew it in so that it wouldn't move around.
My first thought, too. Maybe see the leather like a cup that fits inside the mesh. Thinking about it myself now that I have read it here.
Jan 20, 2023 13:12:07 #
Jan 20, 2023 15:17:22 #
nascar27 wrote:
Sounds doable...thanks.
Cut a plastic cup to fit the mesh pocket. If you get one the correct size in will most likely stay put in the mesh pocket
Jan 20, 2023 19:15:01 #
OldSchool-WI
Loc: Brandon, Wisconsin 53919
nascar27 wrote:
My backpack does not have a dedicated tripod holde... (show quote)
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Think of using a belt instead of your backpack for---tripos, unipods, or gunstock braces. I find belt carry handier that braces flopping on a backpack.----------------
Jan 20, 2023 20:07:22 #
OwlHarbor
Loc: Pacific North West USA
they do make tri pod bags available on Amazon or your local mountaineering shop will have stuff sacks of different sizes.
Jan 20, 2023 20:20:18 #
OldSchool-WI
Loc: Brandon, Wisconsin 53919
OwlHarbor wrote:
they do make tri pod bags available on Amazon or your local mountaineering shop will have stuff sacks of different sizes.
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I have such tripod bags for car travel from B&H-(like 42in size)--but hardly for small 18in hiking tripods when one carries a ten pound backpack.------------------
Jan 20, 2023 23:29:59 #
I second the idea mentioned earlier of using a beer can koozie, full can size, not the mini-size. I've used them to cushion lenses.
Mark
Mark
Jan 21, 2023 00:36:17 #
OldSchool-WI
Loc: Brandon, Wisconsin 53919
frankraney wrote:
A photo of your set up would help. But, since it's a backpack, strap the tripod to the shoulder strap where it attached to the pack, and somewhere at the bottom with Velcro. The pocket you're using is not strong enough to support the tripod for long.
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The two Manfrotto backpacks I have, have zipper side pouches not deep enough for a tripod as they extend the distance break between the upper and lower main zippered compartments. And across the inside is a firm strapping one could pack light clothes wear and still put the pack on and a full buckled extra strap on the left-hand side one could easily carry a tripod with---buckled through the legs. B&H sold these in the past year.
Jan 21, 2023 10:13:59 #
BrianFlaherty
Loc: Wilseyville, CA
I generally keep old socks for just such a situation(ie: "use") as this. . .If one doesn't seem adequate; use the other one also!
Jan 21, 2023 11:49:50 #
Get your Google out and search RC battery strap. Sew these anywhere you want, like the bottom, they won't come loose. home depot might have Velcro straps too
Jan 21, 2023 13:57:12 #
nascar27 wrote:
Is there anything I could put into the mesh pocket to prevent the tripod feet from snagging and tearing the mesh itself ...
How about the last couple of inches cut from an approprate size plastic bottle ...
Bob S
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