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    Tripod/head recommendations for Leica Televid 77

    Recently bought my first 'decent' 'scope, a second-hand angled Leica APO Televid 77, and need to buy a good tripod to support it. As it's a popular scope, I wondered if folks here had suggestions as to tripod/head combinations which have worked well with the Televid 77 in the past. I am 6'2"...
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    Manfrotto 190GOA4 + 128RC compatibility with Kowa 883, plus backpack/transport question

    Hi all, I recently took the plunge on a Kowa TSN 883 scope after I got it at a great closeout deal. After a lot of searching the hardest part is now done which is great, but before I can hit the ground running with it I need to sort out some details with the tripod/transporting the scope. I...
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    What Tripod and what Tripod head for Birding?

    Hello everyone :), As a relative newcomer to the field of birding, I am seeking advice on equipment selection, particularly with regards to my ZEISS Harpia 95 spotting scope, which I purchased second-hand. Currently, I am using an older tripod of unknown brand which I already had at home...
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    VIKING SWALLOW TRIPOD WITH FLUID HEAD

    Hi! Has anyone ever used to new Viking swallow tripod? I’m thinking of buying it for my first tripod as it’s affordable and looks/sounds pretty decent. I have brought a second hand Leica apo 77 straight scope so ideally I want something to support this without any major issues otherwise any...
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    quick-release plate won't fit with my Opticron scope - please advise

    I bought a new tripod in a hurry because my previous one doesn't work, and attached is a picture of the quick-release plate. It however doesn't fit onto the tripod foot of my Opticron scope, for which also see attached. The screw on the plate is supposed to go into the hole in the middle of...
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    Tripod for very tall man with ATX 95

    Hi All This week I finally took the plunge and upgraded to a Swarovski ATX 95 scope, which I am very happy with. I have an issue though with the tripod I bought. I’m very tall (6 ft 6) so need a taller than average tripod, and don’t want to have to raise a centre column too high and therefore...
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    Benro Wild 1/2 Carbon Fibre Birding Kit - spec help/info please

    Hiya carbon fibre 2 kitTWD28CLBWH4 carbon fibre 1 kitTWD18CBWH4 After a bit of info about either of these tripod kits please if anyone has and is currently using one of them. I have gotten all the specs I can find and read/seen all reviews and such I can find but have few questions I would...
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    Carrying solutions based in US

    Hi everyone!! My father is an avid and active birder who carries his tripod scope and giant lens with him everywhere. For Christmas this year, I want to get him a nice tripac for carrying his scope but I can only find UK based sites and am worried about buying from out of the country with COVID...
  9. Steady arm for tripod

    Steady arm for tripod

    Velbon DV7000 tripod, with home made steady arm. Arm has quick release or lock, or just lock enough to give a smooth steady elevation. Once locked, scope can take more weight, even if out of balance, and even though locked a fine screw height adjustment is still available via knurled collar...
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  10. tripod pack

    tripod pack

    I purchased a Zeiss 85T FL Spotting Scope in July and have it mounted to a Bogen 3020 Tripod w/ a Bogen 3047 Pan/Tilt head. I have found that the whole unit, which weighs almost 20lbs., attaches very nicely to my MountainSmith Ghost daypack. I first placed foam plumbing insulation around the...
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    • backpack tripod
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    • Category: Equipment And Accessories
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    packback2

    I purchased a Zeiss 85T FL Spotting Scope in July and have it mounted to a Bogen 3020 Tripod w/ a Bogen 3047 Pan/Tilt head. I have found that the whole unit, which weighs almost 20lbs., attaches very nicely to my MountainSmith Ghost daypack. I first placed foam plumbing insulation around the...
    • jourdaj
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    • backpack tripod
    • Comments: 0
    • Category: Equipment And Accessories
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