>>> Jay D Washington <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
Jay> I agree that is should reach eye level (or a little higher)
Jay> without extending the center post. Extending the center post
Jay> turns your three point stable tripod into a monopod which is
Jay> much less stable and defeats the purpose of using the tripod. I
Jay> can't imagine using a 4'5" tripod all day, my back would kill me
Jay> from constantly bending over; especially during those times
Jay> where you're set up for hours watching wildlife from the same
Jay> spot. As far as carrying one around all day, that may be a
Jay> personal preference.
Take a closer look at Manfrotto 190B with 308RC ball head. This combo
is rather sturdy and professional but not to heavy. Although you might
have to bow a little if you do not want to extend center column
(reversible for macro work) and you are not a short guy :-). I have
also purchased with it a carring strap which makes the life much
easier (however 190B when not extended is short enaugh to put under a
cover straps of a big photo bag).
-- Artur
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