Imported carbon fiber tripod (RT90C)

[Badjujuu]

Bottom of the anvil has 4 holes and one big one in the center (i believe it's 3/8). You could easily use the center hole to mount the anvil to the tripod, but there is a big possibility that it'll come loose under torque of movement of the rifle on the anvil.

If the anvil is secured by the 4 smaller bolts, you're eliminating the change of that.

I got the plate from @midwestoffroad and it works perfectly for the application between anvil and rt90c

 

[Jefe's Dope]

You're gonna spend $400 on the Anvil 30 and similar on the RT90C. Spend the extra $80ish and do it right.

 

[Badjujuu]

I'll take some pics when I get home of the anvil 30 bottom and the adapter

 

[midwestoffroad]

You can screw it to the plate via the 3/8 stud. The anvil is tapered. And it is 1.00 in diameter. So directly mounted to the plate there is quite a bit of leverage on that 3/8 stud. That is supporting your rifle.

The adapter utilizes the taper fit and secured with 4 screws on the bottom provides more rigidity

 

[pineoak]

I still don't get the plate. What does the bottom of the Anvil look like that you need it? Why can't you just screw it on to the factory one?

You can

But when you pan to the left, theoretically the anvil head can unscrew itself given the amount of leverage the weight and length of a rifle provides

 

[cas6969]

It doesn't have little locking screws like the knockoffs? lol

 

[littlepod]

I still don't get the plate. What does the bottom of the Anvil look like that you need it? Why can't you just screw it on to the factory one?

Because it won't stay tight. Anvil has 4 screw holes on the bottom to lock it in on the RRS bases.

 

[pell1203]

Factory plate just has the stud. Midwest plate has the stud plus four additional screws to keel it from rotating off the stud when you move the rifle left or right. No matter how tight you make it or how much loctite you use, you will loosen it from the factory plate.

 

[the_assman]

The Ib30 attaches via 3/8 stud
The ib40 will require a adapter. To go 75mm to 100mm

do you make an adapter for the ib40 ?

 

[midwestoffroad]

do you make an adapter for the ib40 ?

Yes.

 

[338LMAI]

Another reason for the more than one fastener approach: both parts being fastened are aluminum and/or aluminum alloy and every movement, irrespective of how minute, effects to egg out the holes on both.

 

[Bluedog82]

Anything newer/better now in late 2022?

 

[Jackomason]

I've been using this tripod for hunting the past week or so and it's great for glassing and setting up an ambush. Sadly, no elk but I did get this yote with my kids from standing.

 

[mahiman]

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I've been using this tripod for hunting the past week or so and it's great for glassing and setting up an ambush. Sadly, no elk but I did get this yote with my kids from standing.

Which level base are you using? Looks like the leophoto 75.

thanks!

 

[Jackomason]

Which level base are you using? Looks like the leophoto 75.

thanks!

Yup YB-75LC. I got it from sharps mountain. Not sure if they are hard to find right now but that's where I found this one.

 

[thelaststraw]

Has anyone compared the mounts at the top of legs (attached to the apex) on the RT-90c and the SA-40 Leofoto? I'm thinking of picking up their low profile apex and see if it fits. The design of both are very similar, just going by pics at least. I'd love to have a slimmer profile when collapsed. This also would deliver the benefit of having the Anvil mounting provisions.

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[midwestoffroad]

The anvil is 1" in diameter and tapered. So direct threading to the plate is fine but also the weakest attachment with the most leverage applied that could result in failure of the stud

 

[LukeyJay]

Super late to this and sorry to reopen, however does this combination work?

RT90C & Leofoto YB75LC head.

Or can I use the LB-75 base noting not the S model?

 

[TacT-MecH]

Super late to this however does this combination work?

RT90C & Leofoto YB75LC head.

I can't speak from experience but It looks like it might.

 

[CageFighter]

Super late to this and sorry to reopen, however does this combination work?

RT90C & Leofoto YB75LC head.

Or can I use the LB-75 base noting not the S model?

this is what Im currently running on mine since the RRS head was constantly on backorder.

 

[Jackomason]

Super late to this and sorry to reopen, however does this combination work?

RT90C & Leofoto YB75LC head.

Or can I use the LB-75 base noting not the S model?

If you look up a few posts, you'll see that's exactly what I'm rocking. Really happy with that setup.

 

[021411]

I guess my post needs a tiny update. I’m coming up on 5 years of ownership and regular use and it’s still trucking along. 1000% I have gotten my money’s worth out of it. It’s a sample of just one but it definitely didn’t fall apart because it was cheap.

 

[LukeyJay]

Have any of your tried the Innorel G54 ball head?

 

[LukeyJay]

Have any of your tried the Innorel G54 ball head?

Also what are peoples thoughts on the NT364C which seems in between the 80c and 90c

 

[padom]

Its been years and my RT90C with @midwestoffroad adapter plate and RRS Anvil 30 are going rock solid runs great zero issues.

 

[clubsportmark]

Anyone tried the Sunwayfoto or leofoto version of anvil with adaptor? If so, how was it and which do you need to work in the RT90C?

Namely (IB-40 or MAB-100)

 

[jpndave]

Anyone tried the Sunwayfoto or leofoto version of anvil with adaptor? If so, how was it and which do you need to work in the RT90C?

Namely (IB-40 or MAB-100)

The IB-40 isn't really an inverted head. The IB-30 (which I have is) is. It is OK but NOT Anvil level of quality/stability. I have it on a Leofoto LS-323C, which I really like for my use. The 3 vs 4 legs is quite a bit faster to deploy and more stable than the 4. The head however leaves a bit to be desired. It is not as smooth in operation, kind of "sticky" as you tension it up to hold the rifle or spotter and still move if that makes sense. Locked up it is ish stable enough. I'm going to put an Anvil-30 on my tripod and move the IB-30 to my son's tripod. All of it was supposed to be just temporary until I decided on what RRS setup to get but I like that 3 section tripod well enough to keep it. Back when I was going to do the Anvil originally they were transition to the new Lock clamp so I decided to wait until it was available/kinks worked out. HTH

 

[clubsportmark]

Being in the U.K. I don’t have access to the midwestoffroad plate. Measuring the RT90C today the place / bowl size is really odd. It’s neither 100mm or 75mm. I know it comes with its own bowl adapter but it would seem no other off the shelf plate will fit. Any I right or wrong?

 

[therock]

The Ib30 attaches via 3/8 stud
The ib40 will require an adapter. To go 75mm to 100mm

Where did you get the bowl adapter from?

 

[clubsportmark]

MAB-100 fit?

 

[TheJeanyus]

Looking at the RT80C and RT90C and have a few questions:
1. Should I get the 80 or 90? The 80 is over 2 lbs lighter which seems nice for carrying around, but if it’s less stable I’m willing to carry the weight.
2. Do I need the tripod only or the one with the bowl adapter?
3. Is the Innorel N52 head a good cost effective option, or should I go some other route? I’m not ready to invest Anvil 30 money in it yet.

 

[Hummerdawg]

Looking at the RT80C and RT90C and have a few questions:
1. Should I get the 80 or 90? The 80 is over 2 lbs lighter which seems nice for carrying around, but if it’s less stable I’m willing to carry the weight.
2. Do I need the tripod only or the one with the bowl adapter?
3. Is the Innorel N52 head a good cost effective option, or should I go some other route? I’m not ready to invest Anvil 30 money in it yet.

I have the rt80 and the rt90, the 90 is definitely more stable but the rt80 gets to go to the hunting grounds RT90 for range/match use

 

[jpndave]

Looking at the RT80C and RT90C and have a few questions:
1. Should I get the 80 or 90? The 80 is over 2 lbs lighter which seems nice for carrying around, but if it’s less stable I’m willing to carry the weight.
2. Do I need the tripod only or the one with the bowl adapter?
3. Is the Innorel N52 head a good cost effective option, or should I go some other route? I’m not ready to invest Anvil 30 money in it yet.

1-Look at the Artcise CS90C & CS80C. The weight difference there is closer to 1lb if I remember correctly. Still the 90 is much larger and doesn't pack as well. @Hummerdawg comment above is spot on for use. If you want to pack it get the 80.
2-The two tripods above are not bowl apex and much more compact
3-The 52 size heads are a better match for the 90 series tripods and 44 size head the 80 series. Yes they are worth using - get the low profile version either way. No they are not as good as the Anvil-30.

 

[MustangGreg66]

I initially bought the RT90C to use as a spotting platform for precision matches. After going through some different ball heads I settled on the Sunwayfoto IB-30. I've gone on to use it to great success for varmint hunting, shooting squirrels standing off the tripod from point blank to 200 yards with my 223 and out just past 100 with my Vudoo 22LR (pictured below). The RT90C now seems a bit heavy to be walking around with. I may be in search of a lighter option for next year's varmint shoots.

When new, the IB-30 held tension well, but after a year or more, it was right on the edge of holding the rifle securely without tipping.

I looked further into the construction of the IB-30 and found you can adjust the tension. Just remove the screw that holds the tension lever and you can then re-index it to hold tighter. Hopefully this helps someone who's displeased with the initial tension these offer.

 

[68hoyt]

I bought the RT85CG but am looking to upgrade to the sunwayfoto T3650cm, it is a bit heavier / more stable ?
What do y’all think of that model ?

 

[68hoyt]

Now everyone is looking at fatboys , decisions decisions , read read read lol

 

[King_beardsly]

Now everyone is looking at fatboys , decisions decisions , read read read lol

I’m not seeing the draw of the fat boys, I’ve seen a handful in the wild but no one seems to rave about them. Now the stuff from Two Vets is everywhere it seems, and it’s a little bit less expensive.

 

[68hoyt]

Yes seeing everyone talk about two vets as well

 

[Sniperwannabee]

I’m itching to buy a tripod as well doing the same hahah

Now everyone is looking at fatboys , decisions decisions , read read read lol

 

[King_beardsly]

I’m itching to try out one of the inverted legs tripods, but it’s hard to justify since the current RT90 has been rock solid other then deploying it on the clock. Which only one club states in the COF, so that’s kinda a moot point of most of the season and I’m not a huge tripod rear support guy but that could change if the actual practice it.

 

[Sniperwannabee]

Does @midwestoffroad sell the adapter plates on ebay or just here?

 

[King_beardsly]

Does @midwestoffroad sell the adapter plates on ebay or just here?

I think it was just on here but I found this

Anvil 30 Conversion Bowl

twovetssportinggoods.com

 

[chevy_man]

Now everyone is looking at fatboys , decisions decisions , read read read lol

They are beefy and solid. They're also heavy.

Everyone I know with one has kept their RRS for hunting.

 

[bonifacio]

Does @midwestoffroad sell the adapter plates on ebay or just here?

I'd say shoot him a message on here. I'm pretty sure I got mine back in the day from messaging him.

 

[Fair chase]

Has anyone dealt with a warranty claim on these ?
amazon claims a 2 year warranty .
Just wondering If it worked out ok ?

 

[pell1203]

Has anyone dealt with a warranty claim on these ?
amazon claims a 2 year warranty .
Just wondering If it worked out ok ?

Fair chase, if you are asking about Innorel, I contacted them to purchase an extra bottom hook for my RT90-C and not only did they send me the hook at no charge, they also included several free goodies for me to try no strings attached. I’ve been very happy with their tripod.

 

[midwestoffroad]

Does @midwestoffroad sell the adapter plates on ebay or just here?

Just on here

 

[midwestoffroad]

I think it was just on here but I found this

Anvil 30 Conversion Bowl

twovetssportinggoods.com

Those will not fit the RT90

 

[midwestoffroad]

Sorry guys I haven't been logged In I'm a bit and haven't received any emails

I have replied to all inquiries.

[email protected]

 

[Fair chase]

Don’t know if this has been mentioned before , but here is a little mod I did to my rt90C, and boy what a difference it made.

When I first started using my rt90c for night hunting I was horrified how loud the legs were. Whenever I folded the legs they would somewhat cross and the knurled tightening knobs would bang together. It sounded like pots and pans banging together in the quiet of the night. It was bad enough I was trying to sell the tripod and was going to replace it with another brand that the legs don’t cross (nice feature).
I got an idea and found some 45mm heat shrink on Amazon meant for fishing rods.
The 45 mm tubing will fit all 3 section locks on the tripod. I did all 9 twist locks on mine , and wow what a difference it makes !