Hi PDML, I need some input regarding the Induro Alloy Series, specifically the A-414.
I've been using an old Bogen 3221W with everything but my A600 and a 3036 for the latter. I do nature photography mostly, and neither is well suited, weight-wise, to hauling any distance. Hence, I want something that is light and will handle even the A600. Most carbon-fiber offerings are well out of my price range, though I noted both the Feisol and Flashpoint CF items recommended here a couple of months ago. Those two are still a bit pricey, though not excessively so. There are a couple of other purchases on the near horizon, so I'm watching costs right now. Yesterday, I saw (and lifted) the Induro A-414, which was selling at a local store for $199.00. It claims to handle as much total weight as the 3036 hernia-maker, weighs only a couple of pounds more than the CF counterparts mentioned, and seems pretty sturdy and torsion-resistant (the A600 is long and has the mount at the back end). And it will fit in my checked luggage, a requirement. It looks like what I need, but I want to bounce the idea off of everyone here before I pull out my VISA and add to the household debt. I am grateful for any and all input. Bill Sawyer Livonia, MI -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List [email protected] http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
