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  1. forent

    Novoflex TrioPod Modular Tripod System

    I agree in general but many people like me can get along with a compromise. However, I would not recommend the FLM ballheads for regular use of the pan/tilt function: I owned the FLM CB-43FT and the simple rubber ring screwed against the side of the ball did not prevent slipping. The ballhead...
  2. forent

    Novoflex TrioPod Modular Tripod System

    Very different concepts. Two remarks: The regular FlexShooter Pro is still light and compact but unfortunately the built-in balance "spring" (a plastic buffer actually) is suited to heavy supertele lenses like 2.8/400 and 4/600 but too strong for even a large scope. Hence, the Mini is the only...
  3. forent

    Novoflex TrioPod Modular Tripod System

    Although I am not Tringa45 I dare to answer anyway: I owned the TrioPod with the 2830 aluminum legs. These are slightly heavier than their carbon counterparts but surprisingly at least equivalent concerning stiffness and vibration. It's a really nice tripod but in windy conditions equipped with...
  4. forent

    Novoflex TrioPod Modular Tripod System

    Hi John, that's not a cable but a thin, very strong nylon rope sold as a kite flying accessory. I ran the rope through the 3/8" hole at the side and the center hole at the bottom of the TrioPod shoulder (and hid the knot inside) to obtain an attachment point for a stabilising weight. And yes...
  5. forent

    Novoflex TrioPod Modular Tripod System

    Although this is an old thread I'd like to add that the Novoflex TrioPod pairs nicely with the Gitzo GHF2W fluid head that shares the same 60mm diameter. (BTW the head knobs and tripod legs shown here are covered with nonslip shrink tube and hence look different to the standard finish.)
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