Thoughts when buying a new tripod

[Steven Gourlay]

What you just said there David is a big factor i did not consider. I got the 4 section manfrotto carbon fibre tripod 0055CXPRO, good for my height (lightweight) but not so sturdy at full height as the legs go pretty damn thin at the bottom.

[CertEdFriday]

Well I have decided upon the Gitzo Systematic GT5531S

Carbon 6x
3 Section Systematic Studex Tripod
Updated flat top plate with safe lock disc, head locking screw and sand bag hook. Self locking rubber feet.

Just awaiting delivery to my local camera shop!

[Steven Gourlay]

You have took at dive at the expensive end of the market, looking forward to a review :-).

[John Fairclough]

Hi Ed.

Hope you enjoy and it an asset, as Steve has said, will look forward to hearing your comments.

Keep on clickin.

John Fairclough
www.fotographicimages.co.uk

[CertEdFriday]

Still awaiting delivery! It appears that Gitzo closed for August and are still catching up with orders. However, delivery is forecast for next week - 3rd Oct

[Steven Gourlay]

Hmm i have a couple of issues with things i have ordered recently

1) Orderd a leather case for my smartphone from Expansys month later it arrives.

2) Got my Canon 17-24L still waiting for the UV filter again over a month.

[CertEdFriday]

Looks as we will have to wait a little longer for the review guys -

[Steven Gourlay]

Jesus what are they saying now?

[CertEdFriday]

Hi Steven,

I Will be giving them a call tomorrow and see what excuse they come up with this time...

[CertEdFriday]

Well took delivery of the Gitzo. After the long wait.
It appears all the series 5 tripods that were sent to the UK have sold out!!