12/20/2023 0 Comments Slik tripod for hunting![]() Review: There wasn’t too much of a difference with this tripod over the Leupold the main difference is the head on the top. Where to Buy: Link to purchase the Leupold Carbon Fiber Kit S LIK CARBON TRIPOD WITH OUTDOORSMAN PAN HEAD: TOP SHELF TRIPOD ![]() SPECS: 2.5 lbs, Extends 58.25” tall and folds down to just 22.75” The construction of this piece of gear is quality and is what drives the price. Lastly, the micro adjustments with this head are simple and smooth, due to the built in clutch. What I mean by hands free is, if you’re glassing and something catches your eye, there is nothing you need to do to be able to take your hands off the tripod to reach for a range finder or to pull up the binoculars. Furthermore, the user does not have to lock the head down for hands free use. In addition, there seems to be a built in clutch in the head that allows for smooth glassing. It has an adjustable panning arm, easy to use knob to lock up and down movement, and one set screw type allowing it to spin left to right. The panning head on this tripod is designed with quality in mind. Also, it was incredibly sturdy fully extended. This makes for a fast set up out in the field, something I look for in the tripods I use. This tripod is sturdy in both sitting and standing positions, with the legs extending by twisting at the knuckles and pulling down to desired length. A notable feature of this tripod is the carbon fiber construction. It is compact and can easily be stored in a pack. This tripod is slightly heavier than the entry level tripods reviewed earlier, at 2.5 lbs. Review: The Leupold Carbon Fiber Tripod is classified as an intermediate tripod and is used by more advanced hunters/outdoorsmen. Where to Buy: Link to purchase the Vortex Summit SS-P L EUPOLD CARBON FIBER KIT : T OP SHELF TRIPOD SPECS: 2.0 lbs, Fully extends to 54.5” and down to 6.3” tall Overall, this tripod is an excellent option for the recreational hunter. When using the pan head and handle in a scanning mode, it was not as smooth as I prefer. Although the structure is reliable, there is one feature that was frustrating. ![]() It has a handle that loosens and tightens, allowing for movement of the optics to the preferred position. The pan head on this tripod was constructed securely. I like how the legs deploy on this tripod, they extend by twisting the knuckles and pulling down the legs. In addition, it is a sturdy frame, made of aluminum/steel. This tripod weighs 2 lbs and is compact, allowing for easy storage in the pack. There are several features that are appealing. Review: The Summit SS-P is also an entry level tripod, but the construction is a step-up from the “High Country.” I enjoyed this tripod as I became more serious about hunting. Where to Buy: Link to purchase the Vortex High Country V ORTEX SUMMIT SS-P : RECREATIONAL SPECS: 2.1 lbs, Fully extends to 52.3” and down to 15” tall ![]() Although the feature is nice, the lever has only one small screw holding the pan head in place and it came loose frequently, resulting in the loss of the screw and lever while out on a hunt. This tripod has a ball pan head with a release lever to loosen the tension so a person can move the optics around until it is in its desired position. This tripod is constructed with aluminum/steel and not as ideal as a carbon fiber frame. This tripod is an entry level model and does have a couple of features that caused frustration. Vortex products all come with a VIP warranty, which means that the company will fix or replace any part, no questions asked. The weight, at 2.1 lbs., was not too heavy and easy to manage in the overall weight of my pack. Its compact nature made it easy to handle and allowed for ease of storing in my pack. There are several features that I liked it was compact, light-weight and has a good warranty. ![]() I personally used this tripod for several years when I began to hunt. Review: This tripod is entry level and an excellent option for someone who is planning to hunt recreationally. VORTEX HIGH COUNTRY: RECREAT IONA L T RIPOD Below, you will read reviews on tripods ranging from entry level to high-end. What I look for in a tripod is well constructed design as well as something that’s going to be stable whether I am sitting or standing. The same goes when you’re using high power binoculars. When you’re glassing a couple miles on full zoom on a spotter you don’t want the tripod moving around, or it is going to give you a head ache. The best tripod you can afford is a huge advantage. When you spend hours behind glass, whether that’s with binoculars or a spotting scope you’ll know what I mean. A tripod is a tripod… right? To some that may be the case. A good tripod makes all the difference in the world when you are glassing big country for Elk, Deer, Bears, etc. When hunting the West, an important piece of gear is a sturdy tripod. ![]()
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