Iceland

[Michael Rosenberg]

I was there a few years ago and wind is a big factor. The weather is variable because the glaciers will make their own weather. I took my heaviest tripod, and a canvas bag to hold a rock off the center hook; but be aware that the rock/bag touch the ground so it does not swing in the wind. I also extended the tripod legs and placed them apart to give the broadest base possible. Do not use too long a lens that you have too much bellows draw, but put something under the bellows to stabilize it. Lastly, if you can, use your vehicle as a wind break. I did all of these when I took this picture in a 40 mph wind:

http://www.mprosenberg.com/photo6288684.html

Also be aware that alll shoulders on the roads may be very soft!

Mike

[Fr. Mark]

Save room in your pack to bring home some woolens. I was only a kid on the way through on a military space-available flight that stopped a few hours in Iceland. I got a pair of mittens of Icelandic wool that I still treasure 30+ years later, about the only thing that compares is Alpaca. Sorry to be off topic. I hope you have a great trip.

[Steve Goldstein]

Also be aware that alll shoulders on the roads may be very soft!

Mike

IIRC, it's frowned upon (or outright illegal with a fine to be paid) to pull off on the shoulder of many or all roads. Use the nearest pullout and carry your gear to where you want to set up.

[howardpan]

Steve, is that only for Iceland (illegal to pull off on to the shoulder) or also true in the United States?

[Bob Sawin]

Howard,

I live in Washington and was advised by a State Patrolman that the shoulder is for emergency use only and other uses are illegal. It came up recently in the news when people pulled off the road to take a cell call rather than chat and drive.

[Steve Goldstein]

Steve, is that only for Iceland (illegal to pull off on to the shoulder) or also true in the United States?

Sorry, I should have been more clear. I was speaking specifically about Iceland.

[howardpan]

Thanks guys. I wasn't aware. But upon reflection, it makes sense.

[Alex_5228]

Not sure where I found this link.

Hope it is helpful to anyone thinking of travelling there.

http://www.icelandontheweb.com/artic...ide-to-iceland

[antonioandress]

Is Iceland a good idea? I want to visit the place.

[JaZ99]

Is Iceland a good idea? I want to visit the place.

I've been there quite a few times (https://www.flickr.com/photos/jaz99/...57637963495014).
If you have a specific question, I'll try to help.