Not sure of model, but while at the range I inspected a fellow's RRS with the inverted 2-section legs. This is a very solid platform. If I was needing a tripod, this one is definitely what I would be looking for.
Best Field Tripod for Hunting - Want to Upgrade
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brcfo_outdoors
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FLM makes a great tripod, but as a brand doesn't get any traffic in the shooting world. I have had this CP30-S4 II for a few years now and have been impressed with it. Originally ran a leveling base with a clamp but ultimately swapped the base for one of their ball heads. has never had any trouble supporting my rifles and have shot out to about 1,100 yards off it. 18.9" folded, max height of 53.4", three positions on the legs, and came with both spiked and rubber feet. Was $365 direct from FLM in Canada at the time, I don't know what exactly they run now.
WILL JONES
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The craziest thing about these is the exponential increase in price as ounces are shaved off the weight of these tools. Can get great tripods for the square range for very reasonable prices when weight isn't as big a factor.
Start trying to get em lighter and maintaining rigidity/stability and the price goes to bonkers quick.
Start trying to get em lighter and maintaining rigidity/stability and the price goes to bonkers quick.
Thanks.
Agreed. Just hard to justify that kind of $$$ for something I don't use a lot.
Considering getting the Anvil 30 and putting it on another brand tripod.
Thanks! The Surui 284 is on my short list. Nice looking setup.
I've been looking for a used Anvil 30 head for months without much luck. They certainly do not come up for sale very often. I'd imagine the guys buying RRS stuff know what they want and don't plan on just trying it out.
Thanks! Honestly I've never heard of FLM. I'll have to check them out.
Kinda like rifles
Assuming the RRS TFC 24/33 models are the best of the best for legs, I'm not sure what the "best" second tier options would be? Sirui, Leofoto, Innorel all make comparable carbon models and I'm sure there are others as well. There's obviously no clear cut "second best" option and personal preference seems to drive it more than anything else.
Seriously, work some nights/weekends or get a part time job for a month. Then go get a RRS set-up. Leofoto and other chinese options are junk. With shooting as a priority, grab a TFCT with integrated anvil 30 head. Skip all the 'hold here with that hand, push this while wrapping that and pulling it'. Just clip-in or drop a bag on top and go to town.
I hear you... I've never actually held an RRS setup so maybe that's the next step and maybe it'll push me over the edge to take the plunge.
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