troylim wrote:
Just like every equipment, you don't have to have one if you don't feel it benefits you.
So far two stores are going to carry it. You do not have to agree on my review. I'll let the product speaks for itself.
I think the fact that you're a friend of the inventor and that you started two simultaneous threads in different forums gives this a certain... promotional tone. That may or may not be your intention, and I'm sure your experience with the product is legit -- but it's also reasonable for people to be a little cautious. For better or worse, you're not just a random customer sharing a positive experience.
Smiert Spionam wrote:
I think the fact that you're a friend of the inventor and that you started two simultaneous threads in different forums gives this a certain... promotional tone. That may or may not be your intention, and I'm sure your experience with the product is legit -- but it's also reasonable for people to be a little cautious. For better or worse, you're not just a random customer sharing a positive experience.
I'm sure it will be handy for some people.
I do understand that. This product has inputs from many photographers and developed from the first prototype.
Well, enough said. Thank you all for viewing.
Whine, whine, whine. If you don't want one, don't buy one. I have never met Troy, I'm familiar with his work through naturescapes.com. I also never met Greg Downing but if he's willing to carry it, I have no doubt about it's quality. I have dealt with Outdoor Photo Gear but don't know anyone there either. I'm willing to give one a try based on what I DO KNOW about the people and companies involved. I really don't care if Troy makes a million $$ or nothing on this. He's a dedicated nature photographer and I'll take a chance based on what I have seen and read on the net.
I can't find it on Greg Downing or Outdoor Photo Gear. I see a benefit here just for being able to quickly break down my tripod and gimbal for transport. I am using a Manfroto 393 gimbal which is pretty bulky with very large legs which assembled seems to always be just a little too big for where I want to put it. Any idea what the cost will be when it's available?
I spoke to the folks at Outdoor Photo Gear and they said "about a week" and "hopefully about $149.95". THIS IS NOT THE SET PRICE, JUST A GUESS. I could be wrong. I was once before !!
Lars Johnsson wrote:
But you didn't answer the question
I was given the part to test and review. If I didn't like, it would not have stayed on my tripod since las year. I'm not here to sell it as I do not make anything from the sales. I am just doing it because it is something that I see will benefit from nature/landscape photographers.
Again, I'll let the part speak for itself, just like my images.
Smiert Spionam wrote:
I think the fact that you're a friend of the inventor and that you started two simultaneous threads in different forums gives this a certain... promotional tone. That may or may not be your intention, and I'm sure your experience with the product is legit -- but it's also reasonable for people to be a little cautious. For better or worse, you're not just a random customer sharing a positive experience.
Troy
Thanks for sending the questions about the part to me and as I stated I would be more than happy to answer emails directly regarding the TQR1.
This is a basic tongue and grove design The side of the tongue are sharply tapered in and the grove has a corresponding cut. The picture below ( not the best), as I never claimed to be a photographer shows the taper on the tongue. There is barely a 1/100 of an inch clearance between both surfaces and this is by no means a sloppy fit. The vlier pin at the far right of the photo on the tongue is the first locking device with a final force of 15 pounds. This lifts slightly on the V of the tongue and grove causing a very snug fit. As you know this can be adjusted and at 15lbs it can be difficult for someone with weaker hands to release the two parts. Adjustment in pressure is made my threading the Vlier pin slightly up or down. The Pin sits in a divit and when it comes into it final resting spot.
This next shot shows the divet and the brass locking pin in place. The brass locking pin is a hand-retractable spring plunger with an end force of 2.5 pounds. Once the two parts are pushed together you could hang a great deal of weight from them and they will not come apart. The spring plunger seats into a predrilled positioning hole on the side of the tongue.
The spring plunger is brass and I am trying to work with a company to manufacture this out of Stainless Steel. If that takes place it will make the plunger stronger than brass. The next shot shows the spring plunger in the open position.
This final shot shows the side of the tongue deeply grooved and tightly fitting.
It is made from 6061 Aluminum anodized Black and stainless steel set screws and bolts. This part may not be for everyone, but I do feel it has a place and only time will tell if I am right. We have field tested this device or earlier versions of it in the hands of of photographers here in Sarasota as well as working with Greg Downing, Chris Klapheke and many others all giving their input. Jim Cadwell and Siddhardha Garige and you have been using it in the field for a little while. I continue to take input and suggestions from those in the field and will incorporate what I can over time. A year ago there were no tripod quick release devices on the market and just recently RRS released there device. Should people have any other questions I can be reached at [email protected].
Well I still think it's a great idea and I put the information on another forum and I don't know any of the parties involved but I appreciate Troy bringing the information to those with open minds who might benefit from it. Now you can start to berate me as well!!
Probably a great idea but I don't want anything between my wimberley and tripod and 800m. Just something else that might cause vibration or movement of some kind.
rprouty wrote:
Probably a great idea but I don't want anything between my wimberley and tripod and 800m. Just something else that might cause vibration or movement of some kind.
It is not for everyone My 600mm Nikkor is heavier than your 800mm and my lens is over my shoulder all the time.
I want the 800mm
DGC1 wrote:
Well I still think it's a great idea and I put the information on another forum and I don't know any of the parties involved but I appreciate Troy bringing the information to those with open minds who might benefit from it. Now you can start to berate me as well!!
Or you can keep on berate me because I like to follow Fred's forum rules. No advertisements here....................................
I have a friend that makes lens-plates. But I don't make any advertisements for his stuff here
It is not my product, I am not making money of it. Check with OPG, so this is not an advertisement. If so, then people have been advertising for Nikon or Canon all the time
I am sharing a piece of photography equipment
You do not have to agree on my review. I'll let the product speaks for itself.
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