A method to carry a tripod in the field

[ndwgolf]

I’m going on a 10 day photo trip to Bali/Singapore. I’m taking my Z9 Z85:1.2 and F mount 24mm f1.4 lens with FTZ II adapter ( all this can just fit inside my Peak Design 6L sling bag ) but I need to take a medium size Gitzu Tripod as well when going out and about taking pictures.
Flying to Singapore I will just put the tripod in my check in baggage……..Any suggestions for the tripod as it won’t fit in the Peak Design bag?
I saw one of these but they look like a PITA as well

 

[tijuana taxi]

Gitzo do a tripod strap that's easy to use, like most of their stuff not cheap though.
https://www.lcegroup.co.uk/New/Gitz...TUCNEw_jZD1jUMTiYUl6TtACX0kZtYZEaAqgpEALw_wcB
Another make is Optech, they are also easy to use especially the newer one with the swivel.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/OP-TECH-1201012-Tripod-Strap/dp/B000JI3H08?th=1

 

[Craikeybaby]

I have Peak Design connectors on both my cameras and my tripod, so use my camera strap to carry my tripod around.

 

[leaky5]

Something like a tent pole bag might do the trick

 

[Nod]

The leg off an old pair of trousers or a yoga mat bag would be a cheap option.

 

[Sky]

You could always try a tripod bag.

Amazon.co.uk : tripod bag

 

[sk66]

Any camera strap with long enough free ends can be used like that armageddon gear thing...

Your "free" tripod carry strap

I've tried to explain this online before which doesn't work too well, so I decided to make a video.

www.talkphotography.co.uk

I also make/sell these adjustable strap mounting points with universal, peak design, and op/tech attachments; but I am in USA so time/expense may be an issue. But they are really pretty basic.

Another pretty easy DIY product (tripod strap mounts)

Quite a while ago I shared a tip on how you can use almost any camera strap with a tripod, and I've been using that for many years now. But I wanted something that could be quickly removed and leave minimal stuff behind to get wet/muddy/flap/etc. So with quite a bit of experimenting I came up...

www.talkphotography.co.uk

I personally hate tripod bags... in fact, large bags of any sort are just for "storage" IMO.

 

[Tysonator]

I have Peak Design connectors on both my cameras and my tripod, so use my camera strap to carry my tripod around.

I have thought about using the peak design tags, what do you use to attached them to on the tripod as I can not think of any place to mount on their own ! ?

 

[Gav.]

I have thought about using the peak design tags, what do you use to attached them to on the tripod as I can not think of any place to mount on their own ! ?

I use velcro strap through the loop

 

[Craikeybaby]

I have the PD tripod, so there are loops for them, but I have also been able to attach them to a previous 3LT tripod.

 

[woof woof]

I loved Singapore, have a lovely time Neil

I liked it all including the Garden By the Bay and the trail up to Bukit Timah summit.

 

[ndwgolf]

I have Peak Design connectors on both my cameras and my tripod, so use my camera strap to carry my tripod around.

Lewis. Do you have a picture of how you connect them to your tripod..........I have 2 extra PD connectors that I thought I might be able to use? Thanks

 

[ndwgolf]

God I love this website..............sorted. Just had to drill a hole in the ball head

 

[swanseamale47]

Just use a camera strap, two loops of para cord and two of those cordlock thingies you get on hoodies to tighten up the paracord loops around the tripod head and feet for a quick release, Takes about 3 seconds to undo the feet end, and your ready to set up (I normally leave the head end on unless it's windy)

 

[snerkler]

I have Peak Design connectors on both my cameras and my tripod, so use my camera strap to carry my tripod around.

I do this, use the slide strap for my tripod in these situations.

 

[ndwgolf]

Follow up to show you how I carry my Gitzu tripod when my Nikon Z9 , Z85:1.2 and F mount 24:1.4 with the FTZ adapter are all inside a Peak Design 6L sling bag.
I bought some extra Peak Design clips and permanently attached them to the tripod then installed 2 clip holders on the underside of the Peak design bag using rubber O-Rings. All in all I’m very happy with how it’s turned out.

 

[Nod]

Personally, I'd have the tripod dangling on the outside of the bag rather than underneath it so it wasn't banging against my hip/thigh as I walked along.

 

[ndwgolf]

Personally, I'd have the tripod dangling on the outside of the bag rather than underneath it so it wasn't banging against my hip/thigh as I walked along.

I could easily do that as the PD bag has loops on the front as well but in my short time using it it was fine as the sling bag is either on my back or against my belly

 

[ndwgolf]

Personally, I'd have the tripod dangling on the outside of the bag rather than underneath it so it wasn't banging against my hip/thigh as I walked along.

Here you go mate hanging on the front loops

 

[realspeed]

The Manfrotto Befreelive comes with its own carrying case (18nches long) that is any help.