I too use the PRS tripods (medium and small) because they are easy to pack (lightweight and VERY compact), but for a dedicated spotter that I'll be running all day for an event, etc., I go to my Manfrotto 055XPROB with a 322RC2 grip/ball head. If you don't need QUITE that heavy-duty, the 190XPROB is another good option. Furthermore, there are multiple similar tripods in the Manfrotto lineup that don't offer the horizontal center column of the XPROB series tripods which are a little lighter and cheaper...again...depends on your particular needs/wants as to what features/price point you want.