d2b2 wrote:
I have a lightweight, but full sized Monfroto tripod that I use with my zoom that extends to 400mm. I stuff the tripod in my checked luggage and have done so to about 7 countries and a number of other domestic travels in that manner. But there are times when I do not want to lug it around when walking. I take an extra handkerchief with me so that I can rest the camera on a tree limb, a parking meter, a wall, the rental car...any surface I can find, in order to steady the rig for the shot.
HereâÂÂs my camera bag with my monopod (18 inches, including ballhead and quick-release mount attached). The bagâÂÂs flap and straps capture the monopod, plus a small carabiner is used at the head and a loop of line at the foot (held in a leg clip). The monopod works well with my full-frame Canon and a 100-400mm lens (with 1.4X extender). (NOTE: The ball needs to be set to moderately stiff and the camera handled âÂÂas ifâ being hand-held.) This has served well on a couple of European trips and various birding outings, though by knowing my camera settings (and limits) I do not use the monopod much.