Tripod leg supported weight: how much do I *need*?

[Bill W]

Check out Feisol.....many choices. I have had the (classic) CT 3371 for 5 years now. With the Markins Q-ball (3) the pair handled the 7D and 100-400 w/out any issues. Plenty of height (w/out center post) and stabilization for my 68 inch eye level. Also I have had no issues w/the tripod's build.

I've since upgraded to the 500mm lens and added the Wimberley gimbal.....the 3371 is still rock solid.

I've put the Q-ball on my very old and cheap traveling tripod and the Q-ball handles the 7D and 70-200 IS 2.8 v2 very well. I'll be purchasing the Feisol Traveler CT 3441T for an upcoming trip.

Maybe a little over your budget, but it will be a one time purchase for the tripod.

Bill