how do you carry your tripod?

[Doug]

I have a strap for my Bogen made for the purpose of carrying it over a shoulder; it connects to the head and has a snap-loop that goes around all three legs lower down.

Also, I was just looking at the Think Tank Urban Disguise 35 bag, which has an optional set of straps to carry a tripod under the bag... 'nother option. I think this strap kit is applicable to other Think Tank bags too.

 

[oftheherd]

I always thought I would like to carry my tripod in one of those shoulder straps. But actually, I always just carried it in my hand. Especially in Korea, I always expected it might be handy to have it in hand if someone tried to steal my cameras or gear. Never did happen though.

 

[nikon_sam]

I have one that can be strapped to the bottom of several bags I own...if I'm using a bigger one I'll grab it by the bottom of one leg and toss it on my shoulder...sometimes I'll have a camera mounted...

 

[xxloverxx]

No way to strap it to the bottom of the bag? Then carry it on your shoulder.

 

[pinkarmy]

No way to strap it to the bottom of the bag? ...

there must be a lot of ways, just want to see how everyone doing the trick...with style

 

[Doug]

Like this?

 

[xxloverxx]

Could use it as a walking stick/defensive weapon?

 

[FrozenInTime]

I do wish somebody would come up with a carbon tripod that would be REALLY light (e.i. design to carry less than 8kg of stuff) for cameras like Leica, Mamiya 6, TLR or such. I would not mind if the tripod would be shorter, but would really appreciate the weight under 1kg.

There is the Gitzo traveller - use the hook on the bottom to hang you bag - and provide the extra stability.

For the OP:
You can get webbing straps from any camping shop or if you want leather try a cycling shop for Brooks or Carradice saddle bag straps.
You are going to China - it should be easy to find someone willing to sew them on to the underside of your bag.

 

[pinkarmy]

You do have to disassemble the leg sections to clean & lubricate. It's an easy job just keep track of all the parts. Below is a composite example from a tripod leg. The pic in the top left corner is where you sparingly put the lithium grease. Everything else including the leg surface does not need lubrication and should be kept clean and dry.

Yes a long time ago I once took a tripod into a plane cabin with spikes on it. Those days are long gone...

turns out that the main issue of my Gitzo is the rubber grips, they are tried and had lost elasticity, so it is hard to grip firm to extend.