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It's getting late.....but... - nuke12 - 07-29-2016
There is a campaign going on for the new FLM-Travel tripod. I should have thought about posting before this since there is only three days left. There are still a few of the perks left for those that might be interested in this type of tripod.
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/flm-the-ultimate-travel-tripod-photography#/
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Disclaimer: I have no connection with the FLM company.
It's getting late.....but... - Studor13 - 07-29-2016
"<b>the MSRP for the CP-Travel will be $635.00 USD"</b>
But for those looking for a bargain,
<b>"</b><b>The CP-</b><b>Travel is offered here for as little as $425.00 USD".</b>
Good luck!
It's getting late.....but... - nuke12 - 07-29-2016
FLM makes top end tripods that compete with the likes of Gitzo and RRS.
The Gitzo GT1555T retails for $770 USD.
The RRS TQC-14 retails for $850 USD.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1175115-REG/gitzo_gt1555t_series_1_traveler.html
http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/TQC-14-Quick-column-series-1-tripod
The Gitzo is closest to the FLM unit.
When you consider the current $425 USD price, it seems like a pretty good deal. It's not everyone's cup of tea but for those that want the best in a travel tripod, this might be it.
It's getting late.....but... - Studor13 - 07-30-2016
I have the Gitzo G1157 which I bought new for 200€ because it is an old model.
It weighs 1.06kg vs 1.28kg for the FLM-Travel. That's about 20% lighter.
Not all Gitzos are expensive.
It's getting late.....but... - nuke12 - 07-30-2016
Quote:I have the Gitzo G1157 which I bought new for 200€ because it is an old model.
It weighs 1.06kg vs 1.28kg for the FLM-Travel. That's about 20% lighter.
Not all Gitzos are expensive.
The G1157 is not a travel tripod. It's nice that you got it cheap as an EOL tripod but I compared the prices of travel tripods that are not EOL and newer.
You have a 6 layer CF, 3 segment tripod and the FLM is a 10 layer, 5 segment tripod. Even the RRS tripod I used is a 4 segment tripod might not work on some airplanes as a carry on.
You have to compare apples to apples. The FLM travel will probably be discounted when it reaches it's EOL.
P.S. - One day left for those that might be interested.
It's getting late.....but... - Studor13 - 07-31-2016
Quote:The G1157 is not a travel tripod.
I think you are starting to talk a lot of non-sense now.
When I travel, I take the G1157. I also have the Mafrotto 055 standard and 055 carbon which are way too big and much heavier.
Your definition of a travel tripod may mean that it needs to fit inside your wallet but mine is that it is light and can fit in a small suitcase or stay on the outside of a backpack but not overly extending.
It's getting late.....but... - nuke12 - 07-31-2016
Quote:I think you are starting to talk a lot of non-sense now.
When I travel, I take the G1157. I also have the Mafrotto 055 standard and 055 carbon which are way too big and much heavier.
Your definition of a travel tripod may mean that it needs to fit inside your wallet but mine is that it is light and can fit in a small suitcase or stay on the outside of a backpack but not overly extending.
I didn't post this to argue about tripods. It was purely informational for people that might be interested in this type of tripod and while they can get it at 30% off the MSRP. Obviously this unit does not suit your needs. That is fine and very understandable. For someone considering the Gitzo GT1555T this might be a welcome alternative? Even Gitzo differentiates between their mountaineer class tripods (your G1157) and their traveler class tripods. I also see a large difference in your G1157 carrying weight of 4.5 kg vs both the Gitzo GT1555T and FLM CP-Travel at 10 kg.