carry-on a tripod?
Jun 8, 2002 | 12:15 pm
#1
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carry-on a tripod?
Am I just asking for trouble if I try to bring a tripod w/ my carry-on?
I have a camera bag that allows me to attach my tripod externally to the bag. I know that things like golf clubs, ski poles, etc are not permitted, so I am going to assume that a tripod is probably out of the question.
any one have firsthand experience?
I have a camera bag that allows me to attach my tripod externally to the bag. I know that things like golf clubs, ski poles, etc are not permitted, so I am going to assume that a tripod is probably out of the question.
any one have firsthand experience?
Jun 9, 2002 | 11:45 am
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<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by EWR-COflyer:
Am I just asking for trouble if I try to bring a tripod w/ my carry-on?
I have a camera bag that allows me to attach my tripod externally to the bag. I know that things like golf clubs, ski poles, etc are not permitted, so I am going to assume that a tripod is probably out of the question.
any one have firsthand experience?</font>
Am I just asking for trouble if I try to bring a tripod w/ my carry-on?
I have a camera bag that allows me to attach my tripod externally to the bag. I know that things like golf clubs, ski poles, etc are not permitted, so I am going to assume that a tripod is probably out of the question.
any one have firsthand experience?</font>
Please report back with info. I have not carried tripod since 911 except wrapped in large checked in bag. I have a short trip soon and was going to attach to camera bag.
Jun 10, 2002 | 9:42 am
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I put my tripod/monopod in my checked bag. I'm not up to arguing any more. I find that the plastic bag that comes on the Sunday paper is just about the right size....and price to cover the tripod and keep everything in the bag tidy.
Jun 24, 2003 | 3:01 pm
#4
Join Date: May 2001
Location: San Jos, California
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Anyone tried to carry on a tripod lately? I have a miniature carbon fiber tripod I bought so that I could easily travel with it. However, given that it cost $300, I am not inclined to check it in my suitcase.
I would prefer to carry it on.
Worst case, I'll pack my $30 Costco "Kirkland Signature" tripod.
I would prefer to carry it on.
Worst case, I'll pack my $30 Costco "Kirkland Signature" tripod.
