I just spent two days in Savannah Georgia where the weather was superb; I was sh ouldering my Linhof Technika V 6X9 with super rollex back, viewfinder and hand g rip that weighs about 7lbs. I had left my big tripod at home, thinking I could s houlder carry this weight for several hours. My question is this - is there a li ght weight strong tripod weighing about 3lbs that has a levelling head (for arch itectural shots) and has one of the legs that will convert to a monopod-like set ting via quick release/trigger mechanism. My aching shoulders are willing to pay several hundred dollars if necessary.

John Cooper