Spotting scope tripod

[Nuts]

Any recommendations for a spotting scope tripod?

I am looking for something lightweight to fit in my backpack. I already have a binoculars and Bogg adapter for the tripod I currently own. Its just way to big for backpacking. If I can't use the Bogg adapter that is fine. Its more important to be lightweight.

 

[WNC2500]

@Nuts, not sure of your budget, but I went with an Outdoorsmans Tall Tripod with a pistol grip head. I just called Outdoorsmans and told them what I was looking to do. I bought this before going to NM back in 2021. I have been extremely pleased. I have used it in NM, and MT. It fits into a day pack very easily, and is not heavy at all.

 

[Hammsolo]

The real key is to define what it will do. What is most important? Stability? Height? Weight? I have a

Sirui T-024SK​

and love it. It built extremely well and has performed flawlessly for years. I got it on GOHUNT in n a discount. It’s packable and steady. It isn’t tall though.

 

[crock239]

So...here's what I did, I got a manfrotto befree live carbon fiber tripod off ebay, with a pan head. I found one that was mislabeled and got a screaming deal...its been fantastic.

For instance, this ebay listing says an aluminum tripod with ball head, but the pictures are if a carbon fiber tripod with pan head...the pictured tripod brand new runs $350

Pardon Our Interruption...

I don't know this listing or person on ebay and have no affiliation...but the bay can be a good way to find a deal on a tripod and head if you know what you want and are looking for...

 

[Deez Nutz]

I bought a tripod off of amazon, the brand name was INNOREL I believe. It is light weight and pretty compact and tall and stable enough for me (6'3") to glass from standing up, and even shoot from in a pinch. I have used it for a couple of seasons now and have been impressed, especially for the price.

edit: I think it was this one. https://www.amazon.com/INNOREL-KT32...770045987&sprefix=innorel,aps,215&sr=8-8&th=1

 

[Nuts]

The real key is to define what it will do. What is most important? Stability? Height? Weight? I have a

Sirui T-024SK​

and love it. It built extremely well and has performed flawlessly for years. I got it on GOHUNT in n a discount. It’s packable and steady. It isn’t tall though.

Thanks all for the feed back. Stability and weight are the 2 big things. I rarely stand when using. I will check out these recomendations

 

[jpc01101]

I got this one:

SIRUI ST-124+VA-5 Carbon Fiber Tripod with Fluid Video Head, Triangular Centre Column, Waterproof,4 Sections, 62.2inch​

from Amazon, works great standing or seated, the fluid head that comes with it is really smooth.

 

[mtmiller]

I picked up Gitzo 2545 last year since I found a good deal at B&H on their daily Deal Zone. Currently it is a couple hundred off with the ballhead. My purchase was $399 for the 2545 with the head last May. I don't think it is a very good head for a spotter, but I use it with my camera and replace with a fluid head for hunting. The series 2 is 4#, so probably more than you want, but the series 1 is about 2.5#. It might be worth subscribing the the Deal Zone if you are not in a hurry and it is of interest. If you go that route, I think you can just order without the ball add something more to your liking.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/compare/Gitzo_GT2545T+Series+2+Traveler+Carbon+Fiber+Tripod+with+Center+Ball+Head_vs_Gitzo_GT1545T+Series+1+Traveler+Carbon+Fiber+Tripod+with+Center+Ball+Head/BHitems/1328229-REG_1328227-REG

 

[WVmike]

Night Stalker Shooting Tripod and Ball-Head - Tactical Night Vision Company

The Night Goggles “Night Stalker” Carbon fiber Tripod & Ball-Head is the most portable, affordable and universal tripod to date

tnvc.com

Bought this one last year and it is pretty nice without having to spend a fortune.

 

[buckbull]

Every time I do research I always end up with wanting a RRS tripod. I think the "pay once, cry once" was invented by someone who bought a RRS. I kick myself every time for not buying wind gypsies when he posted one here a few months back.

 

[mtmiller]

Every time I do research I always end up with wanting a RRS tripod. I think the "pay once, cry once" was invented by someone who bought a RRS. I kick myself every time for not buying wind gypsies when he posted one here a few months back.

RRS is quality for certain. I've had the TVS-33 for over a decade and it has been great, but obviously not a hunting tripod. Like you, I still have to check out their hunting tripods and salivate. Then I remind myself that there is a limit to the number of tripods a guy needs. ahahahah