I haven't found a head that I like yet, there's quite a few out there which would work but none had the combination of weight, cost and sturdiness that I was looking for. So, like the dumbass that my mother always knew me to be, I've started designing my own. It's super simple, all aluminum and should weigh around 3lbs. The main joint will have four nylon washers with adjustable tension placed on them to induce drag. The bottom bolt will clamp four composite washers to the side parts which, fingers crossed, will be able to hold my 16x20 camera and lens which weighs 40lbs and is 4' long.
I've got most of the parts water jet cut, still waiting on the main bottom piece but figured I'd share if anyone has any input on what could make this better.
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