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<blockquote data-quote="DennisT" data-source="post: 1562339" data-attributes="member: 92107"><p>JMack,</p><p></p><p>I don't know if my two cents will help, but over the last year and a half I have completely re-thought my gear and how it could be used to best fit my needs. I wanted a more modular system, so that I could adapt to different game, country, etc.</p><p></p><p>I sold my 10 X 42 Els, and both of my range finders, and purchased a pair of 10 X 42 EL Range binos. I had Outdoorsmans install their bino stud on the 42's and my 56's. If I'm hunting close to the truck, in areas where you need to glass a long way, etc. I use the 56's. If I'm hunting the mountains where I'm going to be doing a lot of walking/ climbing, I only take the 42's. The bino stud and the bino adapter only weigh a couple of ounces, and they are there when/ if I need them. I consider it cheap insurance.</p><p></p><p>Also, I sold my Swaro STS 65, and bought their newer modular ATX eyepiece, with a 65 mm and a 95 mm lens. My intention was to use them in the same manner as the binos. In areas where I can get away with heavier optics I use the 95mm lens. If I were hunting in an area where weight savings is crucial, I would bring the 65mm lens.</p><p></p><p>I installed Outdoorsmans Quick Release Adapter on all of my tripods, so that I can switch heads very easily/ quickly. I have several medium to heavy weight tripods that I use to glass longer distances. I use them when weight isn't critical. For mountain hunts, I use a light weight carbon fiber tripod from Field Optics Research, with an Outdoorsmans Micro Pan Head. If wind becomes a factor, you can place some gravel in a sack, piece of cloth, or what ever you have available to add some weight to your tripod.</p><p></p><p>I guess the point I'm trying to make is that when you are hunting, situations are constantly changing, and it benefits you to be as flexible as possible. Long story long, I would highly recommend that you set up your binoculars for use with a tripod. If you need it, you have it. If you don't need it, the weight is so minimal that it won't matter.</p><p></p><p>Enjoy your sheep hunt,</p><p>Dennis</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="DennisT, post: 1562339, member: 92107"] JMack, I don't know if my two cents will help, but over the last year and a half I have completely re-thought my gear and how it could be used to best fit my needs. I wanted a more modular system, so that I could adapt to different game, country, etc. I sold my 10 X 42 Els, and both of my range finders, and purchased a pair of 10 X 42 EL Range binos. I had Outdoorsmans install their bino stud on the 42's and my 56's. If I'm hunting close to the truck, in areas where you need to glass a long way, etc. I use the 56's. If I'm hunting the mountains where I'm going to be doing a lot of walking/ climbing, I only take the 42's. The bino stud and the bino adapter only weigh a couple of ounces, and they are there when/ if I need them. I consider it cheap insurance. Also, I sold my Swaro STS 65, and bought their newer modular ATX eyepiece, with a 65 mm and a 95 mm lens. My intention was to use them in the same manner as the binos. In areas where I can get away with heavier optics I use the 95mm lens. If I were hunting in an area where weight savings is crucial, I would bring the 65mm lens. I installed Outdoorsmans Quick Release Adapter on all of my tripods, so that I can switch heads very easily/ quickly. I have several medium to heavy weight tripods that I use to glass longer distances. I use them when weight isn't critical. For mountain hunts, I use a light weight carbon fiber tripod from Field Optics Research, with an Outdoorsmans Micro Pan Head. If wind becomes a factor, you can place some gravel in a sack, piece of cloth, or what ever you have available to add some weight to your tripod. I guess the point I'm trying to make is that when you are hunting, situations are constantly changing, and it benefits you to be as flexible as possible. Long story long, I would highly recommend that you set up your binoculars for use with a tripod. If you need it, you have it. If you don't need it, the weight is so minimal that it won't matter. Enjoy your sheep hunt, Dennis [/QUOTE]
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