Date: 2/5/26 4:39 am From: Sandy Cash (via carolinabirds Mailing List) <carolinabirds...> Subject: Re: Looking for recs: travel tripod
Correction to my original email: I am fine with a pan head and do not
require a true fluid head.
-Sandy
On Thu, Feb 5, 2026 at 7:38 AM Susan Campbell <susan...> wrote:
> Sandy and All,
>
> Well that, too, is interesting. I guess we have never chanced that.
>
> Susan
>
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> *From:* Sandy Cash <scarlet.tanager...>
> *Sent:* Thursday, February 5, 2026 7:35:13 AM
> *To:* Susan Campbell <susan...>
> *Cc:* Carolina Birds <carolinabirds...>
> *Subject:* Re: Looking for recs: travel tripod
>
> That’s interesting - I have packed my disassembled tripod, with the tools
> used (screwdriver and socket wrench), for multiple flights, including
> internationally? I’ve had TSA measure the tools (must be < 7”), but
> they’ve never bothered me about the multiple alloy tubes.
>
> -Sandy
>
> Sandy Cash
> Carrboro, NC, USA
>
>
> On Thu, Feb 5, 2026 at 7:31 AM Susan Campbell <susan...> wrote:
>
> Hey Sandy and All—
>
> Beware that tripods are not allowed in carry on. Unfortunately, are
> (still) considered a potential weapon.
>
> Susan Campbell
> Apex, NC
>
>
>
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> *From:* <carolinabirds-request...> <carolinabirds-request...>
> on behalf of Sandy Cash <carolinabirds...>
> *Sent:* Thursday, February 5, 2026 7:22:34 AM
> *To:* Carolina Birds <carolinabirds...>
> *Subject:* Looking for recs: travel tripod
>
> Hi all,
>
> I need to get a new travel tripod/fluid head combo. I’m looking for
> something prioritizing weight and packability (should fit into carry-on
> without requiring complete disassembly). Sandbag hook is nice but not
> required. This is to mount a lightweight 65mm scope. Prefer a three-axis
> head but can make do with two. Off-list responses welcome,
>
> Thanks,
>
> -Sandy
>
> Sandy Cash
> Carrboro, NC, USA
>
>
