Bill, A few folks I know are using the Bogen/Manfrotto heavy duty geared head with good results. I've used a smaller version and I liked it for its precision and ease of adjustment, especially when using longer and bigger glass. Check B&H for geared heads - Bogen makes three models, iirc.
Shel > [Original Message] > From: William Robb <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: Pentax Discuss <[email protected]> > Date: 7/30/2005 9:49:12 PM > Subject: Tripod heads > > Hi; > I am wondering what the big lens owners are using to support their large > sized glass? > I am interested in the advantages and disadvantages of the various heads out > there capable of supporting a super telephoto in the 3.3 kilogram range. > Thanks > > William Robb >

