Best Tripods for Hiking

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Joby GP1-OGEN Gorillapod

$21.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
this is a cool product, great for hiking with a friend.
from www.amazon.com
it's great for hiking and capturing great shots.
from www.amazon.com
with the ability to add the tripod head to this version, this thing is really useful in situations where i could not use the tripod or find lugging the tripod to be cumbersome while hiking the
from www.amazon.com
light weight makes it great for travel and hiking.
from www.amazon.com
it will even wrap itself securely around the strap of a backpack while hiking.

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Positives: Nice Versatility, Lightweight, Great Affordability, Maximum Load: 0.61 lbs.

2 RECOMMENDED by 12 people for HIKING

Joby Gorillapod Mini Black/Red

$19.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
this is a cool product, great for hiking with a friend.
from www.amazon.com
i frequently carry my dslr with me to work or when hiking but don't always want the bulk of a traditional tripod.
from www.amazon.com
we took it camping and hiking and were able to get shots we weren't able to before (using a tree branch, rock, etc).
from www.amazon.com
it will even wrap itself securely around the strap of a backpack while hiking.
from www.amazon.com
with the ability to add the tripod head to this version, this thing is really useful in situations where i could not use the tripod or find lugging the tripod to be cumbersome while hiking the

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Positives: Excellent Versatility, Lightweight, Good Affordability, Maximum Height: 5 in.

3 RECOMMENDED by 12 people for HIKING

Joby Gorillapod SLR-Zoom Mini-

$41.00 Est. at Amazon

from A Customer from Simi Valley, CA, clickfrom.buy.com
thr gorillapod is excellent for hiking because of the light weight even with a small ballhead it weighs just 10 3/4 oz.
from www.amazon.com
this is a cool product, great for hiking with a friend.
from www.amazon.com
with the ability to add the tripod head to this version, this thing is really useful in situations where i could not use the tripod or find lugging the tripod to be cumbersome while hiking the
from www.amazon.com
it will even wrap itself securely around the strap of a backpack while hiking.
from www.amazon.com
i frequently carry my dslr with me to work or when hiking but don't always want the bulk of a traditional tripod.

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Positives: Great Versatility, Lightweight, Great Affordability, Maximum Load: 6.6 lbs.,0.61 lbs.

4 RECOMMENDED by 11 people for HIKING

Joby GORILLAPOD Multi-Adjustable

$22.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
this is a cool product, great for hiking with a friend.
from www.amazon.com
i frequently carry my dslr with me to work or when hiking but don't always want the bulk of a traditional tripod.
from www.amazon.com
we took it camping and hiking and were able to get shots we weren't able to before (using a tree branch, rock, etc).
from www.amazon.com
it will even wrap itself securely around the strap of a backpack while hiking.
from www.amazon.com
with the ability to add the tripod head to this version, this thing is really useful in situations where i could not use the tripod or find lugging the tripod to be cumbersome while hiking the

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Positives: Nice Versatility, Lightweight, Great Affordability

5 RECOMMENDED by 11 people for HIKING

Joby GORILLAPOD Multi-Adjustable

$22.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
this is a cool product, great for hiking with a friend.
from www.amazon.com
i frequently carry my dslr with me to work or when hiking but don't always want the bulk of a traditional tripod.
from www.amazon.com
we took it camping and hiking and were able to get shots we weren't able to before (using a tree branch, rock, etc).
from www.amazon.com
it will even wrap itself securely around the strap of a backpack while hiking.
from www.amazon.com
with the ability to add the tripod head to this version, this thing is really useful in situations where i could not use the tripod or find lugging the tripod to be cumbersome while hiking the

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Positives: Excellent Versatility, Lightweight, Nice Affordability

GP Batteries Joby GP2-01P Gorillapod Flexible

$38.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
this is a cool product, great for hiking with a friend.
from www.amazon.com
having taken this hiking a few times already i have to say this product is great.
from www.amazon.com
with the ability to add the tripod head to this version, this thing is really useful in situations where i could not use the tripod or find lugging the tripod to be cumbersome while hiking the
from www.amazon.com
it will even wrap itself securely around the strap of a backpack while hiking.
from www.amazon.com
i frequently carry my dslr with me to work or when hiking but don't always want the bulk of a traditional tripod.

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Positives: Good Versatility, Lightweight, Excellent Portability, Maximum Load: 0.60625 lbs.

Joby Gorillapod Focus GP8 Flexible

$100.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
i use it for astro-photography and for shooting when i'm hiking.
from www.amazon.com
this tripod is great for a couple who wants to get some good pictures of a hiking, beach or any other trip without having to ask random people if they will take a picture.
from www.amazon.com
this little tripod is just perfect size to take along while biking, hiking, etc.
from www.amazon.com
with the ability to add the tripod head to this version, this thing is really useful in situations where i could not use the tripod or find lugging the tripod to be cumbersome while hiking the
from www.amazon.com
i frequently carry my dslr with me to work or when hiking but don't always want the bulk of a traditional tripod.

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Positives: Nice Versatility, Lightweight, Nice Affordability, Maximum Height: 9 in.

Bogen Imaging NeoTec 458B

$350.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.adorama.com
this tripod with the neotec leg system is the best tripod you could ever use for hiking.
from www.adorama.com
i take it backpacking, hiking and even use it for portrait photography.

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Positives: Excellent Stability, Great Affordability, Lightweight, Type: Tripod

Canon 100 Monopod

$39.00 Est. at Amazon

from "andy", www.bhphotovideo.com
great for the canon rebel with the 28-105 lens.its a little weak for the 70-200l,but i should be using the tripod anyway.hey,for the price you cant beat it.makes a great hiking stick too.
from "Snakeater", www.adorama.com
not a bad hiking stick either!
from www.amazon.com
i love this monopod and it is durable enough to endure a week of being a walking stick for hiking in the mountains.
from www.amazon.com
it is also light, so it is great if you go hiking.
from www.amazon.com
its very sturdy, and ive used it as a walking pole while hiking in the mountains.

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Positives: Excellent Affordability, Lightweight, Nice Durability, Type: Monopod

Manfrotto 055XB

$173.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
overall this is an excellent tripod, it stood up well to daily travel and hiking and survived the occasional scrape against a rock without any visual scratches or dents.
from www.amazon.com
i go hiking 2-3 times a month, and use my tripod several times a week outside, i also use it inside some.
from www.amazon.com
i do a lot of hiking in the hocking hills region of southern ohio, i just sling it over my shoulder and go.
from www.amazon.com
would be a bit much for hiking, but does the job i bought it for, and seems less heavy as time goes on.

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Positives: Good Affordability, Lightweight, Good Stability, Maximum Height: 70.08 in.

Bogen Imaging 676B Monopod

$29.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.adorama.com
this is the best for the big lens, great when you don't want to carry around a large tripod.sporting events, hiking and backpacking, this is a must have at a great price.
from www.adorama.com
i find it easy to transport in my luggage and lightweight enough for hiking.
from "Nile", www.ritzcamera.com
at the top is a foam wrap-around grip and hand support strap for use as a hiking stick.
from www.newegg.com
but i realized that a monopod would really come in handy when i would be hiking around or at sporting events.

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Positives: Lightweight, Excellent Affordability, Great Stability, Type: Monopod

Opteka MP100 Monopod

$20.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
it's light weight and easily doubles as a walking stick while on hiking trips.
from www.amazon.com
you can spend more and get something more solid, but if all you need is an occasional monopod or nothing to rigorous (like hiking or mountain climbing) you can't go wrong here.
from www.amazon.com
i was looking for a lightweight monopod carry when hiking and biking with my nikon d200 or canon pro1.
from www.amazon.com
you can also use this as a light hiking staff.
from www.amazon.com
it should come in handy hiking in the alps.

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Positives: Nice Affordability, Lightweight, Nice Portability, Type: Monopod

Slik PRO 700 DX

$120.00 Est. at Amazon

from "FM", www.bhphotovideo.com
i will admit that it is the first real quality tripod i have owned, as i do a lot of hiking and don't want the weight of a tripod.
from www.amazon.com
the only small drawback it that it is a little bit heavy, but i have several light tripods for hiking.
from www.amazon.com
it's not light however so it's not the best for hiking or things of that nature.
from www.adorama.com
the tripod is heavy enough hiking photographers won't likely go for it, but for those who don't mind the seven-plus pounds as a trade-off for an exceptional and beautifully performing tripod, it is

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Positives: Lightweight, Great Affordability, Nice Stability, Type: Tripod

Pfizer ULTRA-POD 2

$20.00 Est. at Amazon

from "John Tripod", www.bhphotovideo.com
i purchased this to use when i am hiking.
from www.amazon.com
i have absolutely no reservations about recommending this piece of equipment; it is perfect for travel or hiking.

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Positives: Great Affordability, Good Portability, Nice Durability, Head Type: Ballhead

Velbon EL Carmagne 530

$250.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.bestbuy.com
what's great about it:?lightweight what's not so great:?no cheap "i bought this tripod in connection with the purchase of a lowepro trekker aw ii backpack so i could take my gear and tripod hiking.
from "Douggy Fresh", www.bhphotovideo.com
i bought this tripod in connection with the purchase of a lowepro trekker aw ii backpack so i could take my gear and tripod hiking.

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Positives: Nice Affordability, Lightweight, Excellent Portability, Type: Tripod

Sanford Traveler

$15.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
most important: it's compact, folded at 20inches, can be carried within my backpack(a little tight though) for a day hiking.
from www.amazon.com
i do have another big, heavy tripod for windy days but plan to carry this one on hiking trails and long distance trips.
from www.amazon.com
it's compact, folded at 20 inches, can be carried within my backpack(a little tight though) for a day hiking.

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Positives: Nice Affordability, Nice Portability, Great Versatility, Type: Tripod

Manfrotto Digi 728B

$125.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
i do a lot of hiking, and climbing and this tripod has never weighed me down.
from www.amazon.com
i might still purchase it for hiking and whatnot.

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Positives: Lightweight, Excellent Affordability, Good Stability, Type: Tripod

785 Modo

$60.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.adorama.com
i do a lot of hiking and photography on uneven ground.
from www.amazon.com
i searched quite a bit for a light yet sturdy tripod for hiking and travel.

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Positives: Lightweight, Good Portability, Good Stability, Type: Tripod

Sunpak 8001UT

$43.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
it is light weight - i carry it while mountain hiking.
from www.amazon.com
i needed a good tripod to use with my digital slr to take hiking and this one is great.
from www.amazon.com
climbing mountains, hiking in all sorts of weather conditions, dropping it off ledges, using it as a walking stick, in water, in sand and in snow.

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Positives: Nice Affordability, Lightweight, Great Portability, Type: Tripod

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Joby GP1-OGEN Gorillapod

Joby Gorillapod Mini Black/Red

Joby Gorillapod SLR-Zoom Mini-

Joby GORILLAPOD Multi-Adjustable

Joby GORILLAPOD Multi-Adjustable

GP Batteries Joby GP2-01P Gorillapod Flexible

Joby Gorillapod Focus GP8 Flexible

Bogen Imaging NeoTec 458B

Canon 100 Monopod

Manfrotto 055XB

Bogen Imaging 676B Monopod

Opteka MP100 Monopod

Slik PRO 700 DX

Pfizer ULTRA-POD 2

Velbon EL Carmagne 530

Sanford Traveler

Manfrotto Digi 728B

785 Modo

Sunpak 8001UT

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