tripod on the plane
May 29th, 2003, 11:13 AM
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tripod on the plane
i am leaving for europe soon. just a quick question. will they let me carry my tripod onto the airplane? It does look a little big and can look like something "harmful." I might want to bring it to take night shots along the Seine.
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Thx.
May 29th, 2003, 11:18 AM
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I never take a big tripod, there's always a way to use a mini-tripod.
I googled one that looks good (and cheap):
http://www.clamperpod.com/OscarPod.html
I googled one that looks good (and cheap):
http://www.clamperpod.com/OscarPod.html
May 29th, 2003, 01:14 PM
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Nevertheless - - and I don't know how "big" a full-sized tripod is - - I see people bringing on tubes (for posters etc) on to planes all the time. Even big ones, 30 to 36" long and 4 to 5" diameter. Would the tripod fit in one of those? Would that reduce the "harmful appearance"?
Best wishes,
Rex
Best wishes,
Rex
May 29th, 2003, 05:59 PM
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Actually I much prefer my mini-tripod and rarely use my full size one any more. You never have to plan your day - whether to lug the tripod or leave it at the hotel.
the mini fits in my pocket or handbag and I'm ready for any conditions. You can place it on a bridge railing, on a park bench, on a car roof, brace it on your chest, etc.
Taking a full sized tripod is possible (I used to all the time) but it is usually more trouble than it is worth.
the mini fits in my pocket or handbag and I'm ready for any conditions. You can place it on a bridge railing, on a park bench, on a car roof, brace it on your chest, etc.
Taking a full sized tripod is possible (I used to all the time) but it is usually more trouble than it is worth.
May 29th, 2003, 06:26 PM
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My husband has taken his tripod in his carry on luggage on several of our trips now without incident. His is pretty much full size, but is lighter and designed for travel, he had one of those mini ones but likes the larger better. The travel one might be a Velbon, but I can't say for certain.
