Dan, thanks for your input, but the thought of carrying 30 lbs. into terrain I was in yesterday, i. e. briar thickets and mud, is just a little too daunting for this old guy.


For example all I carried yesterday was the mono, cable release, camera w/100-400, CPF, and an extra battery....not only light but easily maneuvered thru the mud and brush.


Regards


Bill