A review of my 2 new Vanguard tripods & bag

The pic is of Tyler, well because it’s fall, I love my cat, and it’s the least blurry one form this last photo session. Yes, he got treats. This post and video talks about the

• Vanguard Alta Pro 264AB SBH100 tripod 
• Vanguard Veo 2 204AB BH45 tripod
• Vanguard Veo 37 shoulder bag with included rain cover!
• MeFOTO BackPacker Air Travel Tripod
• MeFOTO WalkAbout Aluminum Monopod
• Ultrapod II by Pedco

Oh my, I think I have too many tripods :O and that’s not even counting the little ones. Honey, if you’re reading this, yes I’ll be listing my 2 Mefotos soon and the glow in the dark Splat! 🙂 It took a bit to figure out what matters to me and what to look for in a tripod.

My last Vanguard tripod reviews are here. and here.  For the money and quality, I am very pleased with all my Vanguard purchases.

My last copy of Outdoor Photographer magazine happened to have an article comparing travel tripods.  Oct 2019 issue compared 10 and only had ONE Vanguard listed, the Veo 2 GO, also only one of them was flip lock, the one by Peak Design.

They did have a great article title Subtracting the Universe.  I’ve never really thought about it like this. I recently shared a post that I use to be able to draw. Writing a book, drawing and painting are additive techniques where you start with a blank canvas and add your creation to it. Photography is mostly subtracting. You remove the clutter, and localize the subject.

I’m happy over here in the minority. I like Vanguard but prefer flip locks. Come to think of it, almost all my choices go against the masses including my Panasonic camera choice.

If you would like to save 15% off your purchase from Vanguard click here, and use this referral code SAVEWITHKIMINWNC

The autumn weather is finally here. The temps dropped 30 degrees but the leaves have yet to show vibrant reds and oranges. Happy Fall Y’all.

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