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Starting to doubt my decision. I could have put my $1000 buy in into a investment and made enough to make the extra $5-600 to get a full rrs setup in the time that they’ve had my money. Question is though. Is this a better mousetrap?
For clarification, does the link above take us to the proto-type series 4 tripod Lowlight has been working on? I want to get on the buy list for sure, but am definitely only going to order the one he’s helping develop.
We are still working on the specifics, but last time I chatted with the owner about it his main goal is to make it a top of the line warranty that exceeds any other brand out there. The next part isn't confirmed yet, but we discussed having a 60-day return policy for 100% refund and a 5 year manufacturer's warranty (covers issues that are design and manufacturing related, not drops or accidental damage) with free shipping back to us (for US based customers).What's the general warranty on these things? $1000 is still a decent amount of money.
I was originally looking at some sort of leofoto setup with rrs head. Originally planning on spending about 800$. This is tempting.
Yes, we just got word that we got into SHOT show, but we will not have a booth. I won't be able to make it, but the owner of the company (Graham) and the Operations Manager (Chris) will be there with the updated prototype. DM me if you'd like me to help coordinate a meeting for the 3 of youinteresting. looking forward to seeing ur ballhead.
will this be at shot show?
also i am out due to 4 leg sections but will keep eye posted for future releases...
regards
DT
It was a lofty goal for sure. We decided to make a few small design changes to ensure the stability that we are wanting as well as some different materials for the lower leg joints to make them corrosion resistant. So unfortunately that set us back a small amount.I knew they were doomed when they announced that they hoped to be shipping units by Jan 1. Seems to be the kiss of death in the shooting sports industry.
We didn't do a Kickstarter.....They also have a Kickstarter that they need to settle as well that just stopped funding 2 days ago.
We're designing the "integrated" version to actually be removable (drop in/out) so that you can still use the bowl in case you want to attach a shooting bag platform or clamp system. So it'll be versatile for the shooterI’ve also been trying to pin down a plan for a tripod setup. I didn’t want to drop RRS money because I just kicked off a new rifle build. Was thinking about something in the leofoto or two vets camp that could get me by for a year and then become a secondary/backup later. This may be a good middle ground. Just to be sure I understand. The integrated ball setup completely replaces the apex. So there is no switching from standard bowl to ball. Correct?
My mistake! There's another Colorado tripod company on Kickstarter lol ?We didn't do a Kickstarter.....
Yes, we just got word that we got into SHOT show, but we will not have a booth. I won't be able to make it, but the owner of the company (Graham) and the Operations Manager (Chris) will be there with the updated prototype. DM me if you'd like me to help coordinate a meeting for the 3 of you
My biggest question has to do with the fact that there are seemingly two different Colorado Tripod Companies operating that both are selling a 2-series tripod w/ column and a 4-series tripod without. Anyone want to offer some clarification on that since now it appears both of the "4-series" tripods have new names and are both delivering at the start of March?
I agree... not so say I’m in a rush by any means I am just hoping that it’s close to my time line when I want to purchase. EOY sounds good but past that may need to look else were... the price point is where I would like...I'll hold out until end of this year/ early next year before pulling the trigger. Between this and RRS. As I've learned on other things have to set a deadline to purchase or you may just keep waiting for the "next great thing".
Interested to see this at SHOT 2021.
Yes, we just got word that we got into SHOT show, but we will not have a booth. I won't be able to make it, but the owner of the company (Graham) and the Operations Manager (Chris) will be there with the updated prototype. DM me if you'd like me to help coordinate a meeting for the 3 of you
I am ready for a tripod and really interested in one of these. Any updates @FD-Click
An accurate delivery date for the ballheads and maybe a photo or two of them would be awesome.Just got off the phone with Graham. I am heading over to their shop after work to check out their operation. Will report back with anything good or bad!
Regards
DT
Im guessing anywhere from 1 week to 5 years for delivery. I think they dropped the ball on this one. All the hype was a year and a half ago and now they are just a distant memory....An accurate delivery date for the ballheads and maybe a photo or two of them would be awesome.
Thank you for the update.Well forgot to share what happened.
I met with Graham who is the owner. Toured his shop. They have a pretty nice place. Checked out all his products and fondeled em for several hours just talking one engineer to another and looking at all the cool stuff.
Tripod first - Its legit. Its ready to ship. They have a warehouse full of them. If you want one order one and you will get it very fast. He said they have been ready to ship for quite some time. Whatever that means. ha.
Long story short I was able to get a tripod from him and use it this weekend at the NRL Hunter Match in Laramie WY. It saved my bacon. I shot almost every stage off of it. My normal feisol is a distant memory.
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Those tripod chaps that Fehu Outdoors makes are the length of the feisol leg...for comparison
The quarter turn locks on the legs are sooooooo nice. It goes taller than me and one of my favorite things about this tripod is its collapsed length is quite long. If I extend just one leg it is already tall enough to shoot off of standing up. very useful feature I never knew I needed. ha.
Ball Head - Its still in the design. Graham was not happy with his current one so he is building a better one. His idea for a new design is going to be verry innovative is he is able to pull it off. I cant spoil his ideas but again im going to be very patient and excited if he is able to pull it off.
Long story short, this tripod is very exciting. Its rock solid. Its a CO company and I live here and love supporting local companies. He is also going to be supporting shooting matches with sponsorship so I was very glad to hear that. Anytime a company supports shooters in any way, which very few tripod companies do, I will support them any way I can.
GL
DT
How much was your setup?Well forgot to share what happened.
I met with Graham who is the owner. Toured his shop. They have a pretty nice place. Checked out all his products and fondeled em for several hours just talking one engineer to another and looking at all the cool stuff.
Tripod first - Its legit. Its ready to ship. They have a warehouse full of them. If you want one order one and you will get it very fast. He said they have been ready to ship for quite some time. Whatever that means. ha.
Long story short I was able to get a tripod from him and use it this weekend at the NRL Hunter Match in Laramie WY. It saved my bacon. I shot almost every stage off of it. My normal feisol is a distant memory.
View attachment 7612440
Those tripod chaps that Fehu Outdoors makes are the length of the feisol leg...for comparison
The quarter turn locks on the legs are sooooooo nice. It goes taller than me and one of my favorite things about this tripod is its collapsed length is quite long. If I extend just one leg it is already tall enough to shoot off of standing up. very useful feature I never knew I needed. ha.
Ball Head - Its still in the design. Graham was not happy with his current one so he is building a better one. His idea for a new design is going to be verry innovative is he is able to pull it off. I cant spoil his ideas but again im going to be very patient and excited if he is able to pull it off.
Long story short, this tripod is very exciting. Its rock solid. Its a CO company and I live here and love supporting local companies. He is also going to be supporting shooting matches with sponsorship so I was very glad to hear that. Anytime a company supports shooters in any way, which very few tripod companies do, I will support them any way I can.
GL
DT
Was any sort of timing given on when the new head would be ready?
Thank you for the update.
In regards to the ballhead, do you have an opinion on whether you think he can pull off the new ballhead design?
How much was your setup?
This picture just makes me smile. Looking good buddy!