Feisol Users - Comments?

[R Mann]

Are there any Feisol users who would like to comment on their tripods? Has it lived up to its billing? Does it handle your equipment? Anyone using just the leveling head? Has anyone bought from the US source in NC? Thanks -

[Brian Ellis]

I've said it here a number of times as have other users - Feisols are very nice tripods and a great bargain. I have a Gitzo 1325 in addition to my Feisol and I rarely use the Gitzo any more. If you search here using "Feisol" you'll find plenty of messages from users of Feisols.

[Anupam]

Apart from the fact that the legs aren't anti-twist, I can't find a single flaw with my 3442. Wonderful tripod.

[Mattg]

I'm very happy with my 3371. It seemed to take a little time for the leg locks to work really smoothly but they do now after 3 months of use.

[Greg Lockrey]

I have the 3471 and it is my workhorse. I also own two older metal Gitzo's that I leave in the studio.

[Merg Ross]

I purchased my Feisol from Kerry Thalmann, who frequents this forum. A smooth transaction, and a tripod that meets my intended use. I am very satisfied. Kerry was helpful and honest in answering my concerns.

Further to your query, it might be helpful to provide your intended use; what camera, weight, head preference, etc.

[Tom Micklin]

I got a Monopod - CM-1471 in May.
Like it so much, I'll be buying one of their tripods soon.
I bought from Kerry Thallman at http://reallybigcameras.com
Excellent service - got it in just a couple days.
Tom

[kev curry]

Very pleased with the 3471 4 section pod and the big CB70 head. High quality products. The legs are rock solid under an 8x10 and the big head works like a charm, very smooth and easy to operate. After much hesitation I'm now a supporter of ball heads for view cameras. The weak point with the 'head' is the QR plate, don't get me wrong its very well made indeed and its a precision fit to the quick release clamp, but its too small at 47x100mm to solidly house the 8x10, its a problem for me to try and solve, pity they don't make a 100x100mm QR plate. This would not be an issue with 5x4 of course.

kev

[Daniel_Buck]

I do wish one was made with legs that will lock at any angle. like my Rise :-(

[Mark Fisher]

I really like mine....the locks work well, it is light, it supports all my cameras (OK, the old Eastman 8x10 is shaky, but will be find once I make a tripod block for it). I'm using the smaller Kirk ball head (BH2?) and it seems like a good match. For reference, I'm using the second largest one with 4 section legs and bouught from Kerry (a true gentleman).