sorry another tripod thread....

Sorry to post another thread just most who have read the others probably wont look again just from seeing me post a new post.....so....

I am after a tripod, want something good and sturdy but dont justify paying crazy money at all. I've had my eye on the manfrotto 190prob and 055prob but was told to have a look at the slik range, well on looking i can get the slik 700dx for a little cheaper than both of the above, have any of you used slik and how do you think they compare to manfrotto.

Is slik a good option or should i just pay the extra?

The slik 700dx has clamps as the manfrotto has, but only around 15-20 quid cheaper than manfrotto 19xprob.

it does look good mind just dont know if i should just pay the extra

Have a look at redsnapper. A number of people on here have them and recommend them.

K.

I've tried to look around for these, can hardly find them to buy let alone reviews, took an interest after reading other posts but cant find much at all on them.

Another one that's difficult to find much info on but which appears to get very good reviews is Vangaurd Alta. I don't have personal experience but they, like Redsnapper, appear to offer quality and features that belie the price.

I have a RedSnapper RS284, it's fantastic for the money. Also looking to get their ball head (currently using the three way which came free with the tripod, it's good but I prefer ball heads).

ended up with a Giottos mtl9351b and mh5011 head, very happy with it, and for £99 a decent price too. thx for the help with this one.