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Sent: Saturday, March 03, 2001 2:10 PM
Subject: [M]: LX10 tripod questions


> I hope an LX10 tripod is considered on topic by others. It may not look
very
> advanced, but at least it's Meade!
>
> How much does the LX10 tripod weigh? I can guess, but I'd like an exact
> number if possible, or at least someone who owns one to throw it on their
> bathroom scale.
>
> How tall is it when folded? I know it's supposed to be 29" when opened,
so I
> could estimate this by the angle of the legs, but again would prefer
someone
> measuring theirs.
>
> How sturdy is it? Can you stand on it without it wobbling?
>
> I'm thinking of bolting either a A-P 600E equatorial head, Bogen 3263
geared
> head, or professional video head to one, with maybe an additional 20-40
> pounds of equipment and an unknown amount of counterweights, hopefully
none.
> So a total load of 40-100 pounds. Then I plan to take it to Africa and
back,
> all on a relatively baggage-restricted trip. The alternatives for this
sort
> of load are either heavier, longer, or much more expensive (e.g.,
> professional 2-stage carbon fiber video tripod)
>
> Thanks,
>
> John
>
John,

I don't believe that the LX10 field tripod is a good choice for you. Unlike
the LX200 tripod, this one does not have a tripod spreader and no means of
applying tension to the tripod legs. You may find this tripod too shaky for
your needs.

Al

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