Tripod recommendations

Ruddy Duck

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I'm trying to decide on a new tripod for this fall for backpack hunting. Looking for one to use with a big spotting scope and something I can use as a rifle rest. Would like to keep it under $400 any recommendations?
 


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I am one of those weird ones that prefers flip lock legs vs twist. My favorite flip lock tripod was discontinued, so that led me to the Sirui ET-1204. I use it with an 85mm spotter, and haul it in a pack quite often, works great. Call Camerland and mention you're a hunting forum member and you may get ~10% off.

https://cameralandny.com/shop/sirui...4c36-0138-8f34-00163ecd2826?variation=2153208

I use an Outdoorsmans micro pan head with it...

https://outdoorsmans.com/products/outdoorsmans-micro-pan-head
 

Ruddy Duck

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I am one of those weird ones that prefers flip lock legs vs twist. My favorite flip lock tripod was discontinued, so that led me to the Sirui ET-1204. I use it with an 85mm spotter, and haul it in a pack quite often, works great. Call Camerland and mention you're a hunting forum member and you may get ~10% off.

https://cameralandny.com/shop/sirui...4c36-0138-8f34-00163ecd2826?variation=2153208

I use an Outdoorsmans micro pan head with it...

https://outdoorsmans.com/products/outdoorsmans-micro-pan-head

Thanks, I also prefer the flip lock
 


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I like flip-locks and pan-heads. I don't like ball heads for a spotter.
 

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I have the slik 634 and love it.
 

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