tripod questions for hiking

[b_allen]

I recently bought the Manfrotto 055XPROB tripod and a Giottos ballhead. I'm looking at how to carry it during dayhikes. I was thinking about the Manfrotto 401N quick access strap, but wondering if it will work with my Lowepro Slingshot (I'm 6'4", so I have more room than most). Also, any recommendations for an actual bag for hiking if I want to keep it dry if it rains? Maybe while still attached to the quick strap.

[Bonish Photo]

Not that this is the answer you're looking for, but I have this tripod and it's pretty indestructable. If it rains, dont worry about the tripod itself. I would think that carrying a bag to carry the tripod in would add weight and make the thing more cumbersome

Sorry, just my $0.02

[Gallopingphotog]

I just came across this post. For what it's worth, I priced tripod carriers and decided I wasn't going to pay that much money, but I didn't want to carry mine on my LowePro Slingshot. (Plus sometimes I can actually get the husband to carry the tripod!
So I cut the leg off an old pair of jeans, turned it inside out and sewed one end completely shut. The other end I folded the edge over and sewed a sort of "tube" around the edge, then ran a cord through it to make a drawstring. Pull it right-side out and sew on a couple of key rings, one at each end, so you can attach a spare camera strap.
Call me cheap, call me crazy, but it works.

[mgjphotography]

I just use a short length of cord and a carabeaner to attach the tripod to the packs handle.
As far as what pack to use, see my other thread.
-Marty
www.mgjphotography.zenfolio.com

[slikvee]

There's always the option of simply using the bag that came with it (if in fact one did) and placing the tripod in a very light extra-large Zip Lock baggie, if it folds down into a manageable size. That will take care of the "waterproof" issue. If you can't find a baggie big enough for it to fit in, most outdoor stores or even "bed and bath" venues will carry larger sized waterproof bags that are usually at least somewhat lightweight. I hope this lent some assistance.