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Online pdk25

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Which tripod?
« on: August 13, 2014, 09:09:00 AM »
Going on a DIY elk hunt in around a month, and was wondering which lightweight tripod some of you folks thought would be a good choice for backpacking in to use with a spotting scope. Thanks in advance.
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Offline DarkTimber

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Re: Which tripod?
« Reply #1 on: August 13, 2014, 09:24:00 AM »
I use the Slik Sprint Pro and am really happy with it.  You could also get the Slik Sprint Mini and save a little more weight, it just doesn't extend up quite as high although it's plenty high for glassing sitting down.  

Here's a pic of mine with a 62mm spotting scope on it.  It handles the weight of this scope and is plenty steady.  I've added a small hook to the bottom to hang a weight bag (bag of rocks) from to steady if further although I've never found it necessary.

 
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Offline AkDan

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Re: Which tripod?
« Reply #2 on: August 13, 2014, 02:30:00 PM »
Want light and compact find a leupold back packer tripod
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Offline Steve O

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Re: Which tripod?
« Reply #3 on: August 13, 2014, 10:02:00 PM »
I will concur with Aaron (DT) I've used the Slik Sprint Mini for over a decade with a 62mm angled eyepiece Zeiss spotter and a multitude of 10x42 to 15x56 binoculars and have no complaint.  I have a big Manfretto tripod if I am not packing in and want to stand and class.  I prefer a chair or pad though.
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Re: Which tripod?
« Reply #4 on: August 15, 2014, 12:25:00 AM »
Thanks for the input, guys.  I saw that the leupold has been discontinued and is difficult to find.  Everywhere that I can see, the Slik Sprint Mini has gotten great reviews for toughness as adjustability.  Definitely leaning that way now.
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Re: Which tripod?
« Reply #5 on: August 15, 2014, 11:30:00 PM »
Well, I ordered the Slik Spring Pro Mini II today, and will have it in time for elk season. It will be my first time using a spotting scope.  Thanks for the input.
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Offline Steve O

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Re: Which tripod?
« Reply #6 on: August 16, 2014, 07:56:00 AM »
Pat,

A good pan head is just as important as the tripod. There are adapters to allow you to mount your binoculars to the tripod/pan head. You will be amazed at how much more game you spot when systematically glassing from the tripod. I use a Jim White setup but there are many options as you can see from Aaron's pic.
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Re: Which tripod?
« Reply #7 on: August 16, 2014, 11:49:00 PM »
Good to know.  My hunting partner texted me today to let me know that he has a good one and will be brining it along for the hunt.  Getting more excited everyday.
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Re: Which tripod?
« Reply #8 on: August 17, 2014, 09:56:00 AM »
Gitzo carbon mountaineer
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