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Backcountry Tripods
« on: September 21, 2015, 10:09:14 PM »
I am looking for some recommendations on a light tripod for a spotting scope that i can use sitting and standing. I am 6 feet tall and have a straight spotter. I am going on a backcountry elk hunt in October and this is one of the last pieces of gear I need. I would like to stay under the $150 mark.
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Re: Backcountry Tripods
« Reply #1 on: September 22, 2015, 07:39:14 AM »
Have you looked at the Vortex Summit SS and Summit XLT?

Good tripods for the money.

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Re: Backcountry Tripods
« Reply #2 on: September 22, 2015, 07:53:18 AM »
I would look at Vortex too.  I picked up a vortex last week and like it (SSP).  The tripods come with the same warranty as their scopes. 

It may be hard to find a tripod that goes to 5 1/2 feet that is stable and that you want to carry.  You may want to try looking through a scope/tripod combo while standing up, imo it is pretty much worthless. 

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Re: Backcountry Tripods
« Reply #3 on: September 22, 2015, 08:14:03 AM »
Another vote for Summit SS  i'm using one with a 15x45x65 viper he and it works good but I don't stand and glass ALL sitting !
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Re: Backcountry Tripods
« Reply #4 on: September 22, 2015, 12:49:34 PM »
I really like the Promaster tripods. New they run around $250, but I picked up a used one on Amazon for $150.

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Re: Backcountry Tripods
« Reply #5 on: September 24, 2015, 10:03:46 PM »
Slip compact II, less than 30 dollars and weighs just over a pound. Used one for 3 season until it broke, just bought the same exact one and will use the old one for spate parts.  ;)
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Re: Backcountry Tripods
« Reply #6 on: September 25, 2015, 11:37:12 PM »
I always have problems with my tripod. Every time I lock it down and then let go it drops or moves some. Most of the time completely off my target. Any suggestions or is this normal?
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Re: Backcountry Tripods
« Reply #7 on: September 26, 2015, 08:13:50 AM »
I always have problems with my tripod. Every time I lock it down and then let go it drops or moves some. Most of the time completely off my target. Any suggestions or is this normal?

You need a better head. Try a Manfrotto 700rc2, or an Outdoorsman's, for panheads, or there are a lot of good ball heads on the market.
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Re: Backcountry Tripods
« Reply #8 on: October 23, 2015, 07:40:49 PM »
i love my vortex high country.. i took the ball head off and put amanfrotto fluid head on it to have very smooth panning. does make it a bit heavier though..
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Re: Backcountry Tripods
« Reply #9 on: October 23, 2015, 07:53:19 PM »
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Re: Backcountry Tripods
« Reply #10 on: October 23, 2015, 10:38:50 PM »
Show us a pic of that when u get a chance.

i love my vortex high country.. i took the ball head off and put amanfrotto fluid head on it to have very smooth panning. does make it a bit heavier though..

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Re: Backcountry Tripods
« Reply #11 on: December 22, 2015, 09:52:36 PM »
i tried posting a pic but my phone wont let me.. i can send them to someone to post though..
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Re: Backcountry Tripods
« Reply #12 on: December 23, 2015, 10:58:22 AM »
...this is one of the last pieces of gear I need. I would like to stay under the $150 mark.

Both sentences are hilarious   :lol4: 



In seriousness, I would look at Vortex  :tup:
Kindly do not attempt to cloud the issue with too many facts.

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Re: Backcountry Tripods
« Reply #13 on: December 23, 2015, 11:14:15 AM »
Check out this podcast, think you will get your answer.

http://www.grittybowmen.com/gritty-podcasts-blog/2015/12/16/q8r8kl47zpfxy5fqpudoqznpowhov5

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Re: Backcountry Tripods
« Reply #14 on: December 23, 2015, 12:05:22 PM »
Summit SS
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