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Posted: 3/22/2021 1:39:04 PM EDT
Looking for a tripod to replace my slik 700. I ordered an innoreal RT90c and tried to out over the weekend but it’s on the way back. It’s rock solid but the weight is too much to deal with. The above two options are what I’ve been considering if anyone has any input on those, but open to suggestions. Budget is probably $600, or i’d just get a RRS and be done with it.
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Posted: 3/22/2021 2:32:24 PM EDT
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I have had the Two Vets for a few years and it's a pretty nice tripod. Strong and can do pretty much what you need from a shooting tripod. What will you be doing with the tripod? Shooting or spotting or both? If shooting will you be adding a clamping head or are you using arca?
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Posted: 3/22/2021 2:53:00 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Rob01: I have had the Two Vets for a few years and it's a pretty nice tripod. Strong and can do pretty much what you need from a shooting tripod. What will you be doing with the tripod? Shooting or spotting or both? If shooting will you be adding a clamping head or are you using arca? I’ll be strictly shooting with it. I hunt coyotes at night so I’ll be carrying and shooting with it 100% of the time I’m in the field. I’ll be using the RRS leveling base with arca rail on my rifle |
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Posted: 3/22/2021 3:40:34 PM EDT
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Two Vets should do what you need seeing as you already have the leveling base. I was going to mention the Vortex Radian tripod which comes with the leveling head but it’s on the top end of your price range and going Two Vets would be cheaper.
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Posted: 3/23/2021 10:03:34 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Rob01: Two Vets should do what you need seeing as you already have the leveling base. I was going to mention the Vortex Radian tripod which comes with the leveling head but it’s on the top end of your price range and going Two Vets would be cheaper. I agree and will mention the Vanguard carbon fiber if it’s still made. It’s got a little more flex than the Two Vets. But it’s a shade bit lighter. I would also add the Primos Trigger monopod. I use the Stoney Point as my go too night hunting rest. Much quieter very useful as a walking stick and plenty steady enough for 200 yard shots. If you practice with a good monopod walking stick you will get to where you feel naked without it. |
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Posted: 3/23/2021 10:15:51 AM EDT
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If looking to cut the most weight then the Ridgewiew carbon fiber would be worth a look also. They run about $500 and come with arca attachment.
https://vortexoptics.com/ridgeview-carbon-tripod.html |
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Posted: 3/23/2021 1:05:46 PM EDT
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Thanks for the the info. The vortex also looks nice, just wish their was a little more data on it. The no name is looking like a pretty good contender although I secretly keep eyeing the RRS TV -22I. I want something sturdy, light and compact and price plays somewhat into that. But anything’s going to be a compromise in one of those departments, just not sure where I want to skimp
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Posted: 3/25/2021 8:11:07 AM EDT
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Researched way too much and ended up ordering the RRS TFC-33. WAY more than I wanted to pay, but it’s supposed to be rock solid and fold up very compact. And it’s USA made so I can’t complain too much
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Posted: 4/11/2021 8:05:50 PM EDT
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 Attached FileGot a little bit of time behind it and I’m super impressed. Rock solid, I have no complaints |
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Posted: 4/11/2021 8:08:35 PM EDT
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3372 owner checking in. 10/10 would NOT buy again.
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Posted: 4/11/2021 9:13:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ThisWildAdventure: 3372 owner checking in. 10/10 would NOT buy again. Too late for me anyway, but why do you say that? |
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Posted: 4/12/2021 9:48:36 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Smid: Too late for me anyway, but why do you say that? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Smid: Originally Posted By ThisWildAdventure: 3372 owner checking in. 10/10 would NOT buy again. Too late for me anyway, but why do you say that? I think he meant satisfied. |
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Posted: 4/12/2021 9:50:31 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Smid: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/325907/D4B9AC23-3B00-4A74-BA9A-4051E11B427C_jpe-1901495.JPG Got a little bit of time behind it and I’m super impressed. Rock solid, I have no complaints Now but a good adjustable monopod and you will be complete. |
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Posted: 4/12/2021 10:10:20 AM EDT
[Last Edit: ThisWildAdventure]
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Originally Posted By sparkyD: I think he meant satisfied. Lol no. When I said I would NOT buy it again, I meant I would NOT buy it again. The adjustment portion from one of the legs is defective. It keeps FUBARing itself, even after all the internal clips are carefully reconfigured per the Feisol manual. That's my big beef. Small beefs: The loosened legs don't drop freely like on my other tripods. There are no labels on the legs indicating which way is tight. |
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Posted: 4/12/2021 9:39:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ThisWildAdventure: Lol no. When I said I would NOT buy it again, I meant I would NOT buy it again. The adjustment portion from one of the legs is defective. It keeps FUBARing itself, even after all the internal clips are carefully reconfigured per the Feisol manual. That's my big beef. Small beefs: The loosened legs don't drop freely like on my other tripods. There are no labels on the legs indicating which way is tight. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ThisWildAdventure: Lol no. When I said I would NOT buy it again, I meant I would NOT buy it again. The adjustment portion from one of the legs is defective. It keeps FUBARing itself, even after all the internal clips are carefully reconfigured per the Feisol manual. That's my big beef. Small beefs: The loosened legs don't drop freely like on my other tripods. There are no labels on the legs indicating which way is tight. That sucks to hear. It was a top contender but then a local guy showed me how the legs can fold in past each other rather than meeting in the center of it’s not closed right, and I knew that would drive me crazy Originally Posted By sparkyD: Now but a good adjustable monopod and you will be complete. I don’t think I’d really benefit from one. I strictly hunt coyotes and they’re skittish from all the pressure. I don’t really stalk them, just try to call in |
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Posted: 4/13/2021 10:09:11 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Smid: That sucks to hear. It was a top contender but then a local guy showed me how the legs can fold in past each other rather than meeting in the center of it’s not closed right, and I knew that would drive me crazy I don’t think I’d really benefit from one. I strictly hunt coyotes and they’re skittish from all the pressure. I don’t really stalk them, just try to call in Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Smid: Originally Posted By ThisWildAdventure: Lol no. When I said I would NOT buy it again, I meant I would NOT buy it again. The adjustment portion from one of the legs is defective. It keeps FUBARing itself, even after all the internal clips are carefully reconfigured per the Feisol manual. That's my big beef. Small beefs: The loosened legs don't drop freely like on my other tripods. There are no labels on the legs indicating which way is tight. That sucks to hear. It was a top contender but then a local guy showed me how the legs can fold in past each other rather than meeting in the center of it’s not closed right, and I knew that would drive me crazy Originally Posted By sparkyD: Now but a good adjustable monopod and you will be complete. I don’t think I’d really benefit from one. I strictly hunt coyotes and they’re skittish from all the pressure. I don’t really stalk them, just try to call in I thought the same thing but the walking stick monopod allows you to access an area quieter and if you tuck yourself into and under a cedar tree. The monopod is so much easier to setup plus it takes the weight off resting the rifle or shotgun. When you’re accessing an area you can move stuff with the monopod. Not to mention the keeping balance from using it as a walking stick. I never realized how accurate you could be to 300 yards with a monopod until someone else explained to me the benefits. I even use mine in the tree stand with my crossbow now. It’s improved my shooting that much. |
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Posted: 4/13/2021 10:10:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ThisWildAdventure: Lol no. When I said I would NOT buy it again, I meant I would NOT buy it again. The adjustment portion from one of the legs is defective. It keeps FUBARing itself, even after all the internal clips are carefully reconfigured per the Feisol manual. That's my big beef. Small beefs: The loosened legs don't drop freely like on my other tripods. There are no labels on the legs indicating which way is tight. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ThisWildAdventure: Originally Posted By sparkyD: I think he meant satisfied. Lol no. When I said I would NOT buy it again, I meant I would NOT buy it again. The adjustment portion from one of the legs is defective. It keeps FUBARing itself, even after all the internal clips are carefully reconfigured per the Feisol manual. That's my big beef. Small beefs: The loosened legs don't drop freely like on my other tripods. There are no labels on the legs indicating which way is tight. 1/10 is not satisfied. I miss understood you. My bad |
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Posted: 4/13/2021 11:50:04 AM EDT
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Sorry I didn't notice this thread sooner OP.. this is a heck of a buy and has no issues holding my 15 plus pound rifle...110 bucks, has a built in monopod, will easily carry your rifle or optics...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I1C8VGI?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_asin_title |
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Posted: 4/13/2021 3:02:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AKSnowRider: Sorry I didn't notice this thread sooner OP.. this is a heck of a buy and has no issues holding my 15 plus pound rifle...110 bucks, has a built in monopod, will easily carry your rifle or optics... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I1C8VGI?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_asin_title Center column tripod. Eww gross. |
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Posted: 4/14/2021 10:46:23 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ThisWildAdventure: Center column tripod. Eww gross. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ThisWildAdventure: Originally Posted By AKSnowRider: Sorry I didn't notice this thread sooner OP.. this is a heck of a buy and has no issues holding my 15 plus pound rifle...110 bucks, has a built in monopod, will easily carry your rifle or optics... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I1C8VGI?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_asin_title Center column tripod. Eww gross. Man it’s ugly. But damn it looks functional. Now I kinda want one to add to my toy chest. |
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Posted: 4/14/2021 2:37:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ThisWildAdventure: Center column tripod. Eww gross. That’s how I feel about them lol. I had a slik 700 before the RRS and luckily I’m short enough to run it with the column all the way down. My buddy used his pretty high and you can really feel the flex |
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