Finally Got a New Ball Head + GIVEAWAY! (Landscape Photography)

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In this week’s episode, we discuss the new ball head I finally got along with the 175k giveaway! Ever since I've been focused on landscape photography I think I've changed or upgraded just about every piece of gear that I own from cameras, to lenses, tripods and camera bags, but one thing I've never upgraded was the ball head that I'm using. I've been using the same ball head now for many years with no real complaints, but recently I got my hands on a new ball head that I'm pretty excited about and wanted to share it with you all today.
In this video, I'll review the soon to be released Aspen Ball Head from the Colorado Tripod Company. I don't want to spoil the video, but there's a lot to be desired with this new ball head and I find it perfect for landscape photography. I personally haven't paid much attention to the ball head market over the years, but I've got to believe that this is the best looking one I've ever seen! Plus it's substantially less expensive than the ball head I've been using - it's the classic "win win"! I hope you enjoy this week's video and thanks so much for all the support over the last couple of years AND be sure to stick around to the end for the 175k Giveaway! Thanks so much for watching! - Mark D.
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[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Thank you all so much for the support the last couple of years - it truly means the world to me!

[@JonMurray]

Well deserved support buddy 🙌🏻✌🏻

[@agustinorihuela4660]

Hi Mark Thank you for sharing with us all your knowledge. I am not using any camara bag now.

[@nickburt1247]

I’ve recently just started getting into photography. Your videos have really helped me start to get into landscape photography. I look forward to getting further engaged with your content!!

[@trystwithlight]

Love it although I may not switch ball head. I currently use a peak design back pack. Would love a mind shift

[@glennwadlegih1896]

Many thanks to you for all that you have shared with us. Your success is well deserved!

[@kabronic]

I ordered an Aspen ball head right after the release of this video, still waiting ..........

[@davehallock3102]

I was soooooo hoping the giveaway was the ball head! :P I was one of the ones who commented when I spotted it on that previous video. Thanks for the video on it, it sure is cool. I may just have to get one for myself. As always, great videos Mark. I look forward to Wednesdays.

[@pc1189]

Congrats on 175k subscribers! I had a Lowepro ProTactic BP 450 AW Backpack and gave it away because fully packed it was more weight than I could manage 🤣

[@equisetuminc]

@@pc1189 I have the Lowepro BP 350 fully loaded. I hike with it to improve my bone density . Beats going to a gym.

[@cathyfraser6524]

This new ball head sounds amazing- I love all the aspects that you mention. 👍🏻

[@ronkline8726]

Your video seems to have crashed colorado tripod's manufacturing capacity. I have been waiting 6 months to receive mine. Still waiting :-(

[@docp7016]

Haven't had a "made for camera" bag in a while. Have used several backpack or messenger style bags over the years.

[@iransirijillo]

Is Colorado Tripod company still in business? Last i heard they’ve ghosted everyone including people with current orders

[@mikeuptonphoto]

"Never had my finger on the pulse of the ball head market" Not something I'd think of keeping up with either. Always felt like once I had one that didn't bother me, that was it forever. Also, I'm using the Lowepro Trek 450. Nice bag, but this giveaway bag looks like a good day-to-day bag.

[@desgardner7169]

Never owned a decent ball head or a camera back pack I have never been comfortable with backpacks they are always to big and clumsy, I never carry much equipment so a smaller backpack might just be what I am looking for! Thank you for explaining your latest ball head that looks a decent bit of kit! Oh and well done for attracting all those subscribers.

[@csb65536]

Well after a year, and the Colorado Tripod Companies inability to actually deliver on this, or any other ball head, or tripod they have. Do you still stand behind them? The products they have made (most all are prototypes only) are top quality. However, as a company they are poor at best! They have taken thousands in deposits for all of their products and delivering virtually none! This is NOT A GOOD COMPANY as far as customer service is concerned. I suggest you do the research yourself and read the many many horror stories of customers waiting well over a year for products they have paid a deposit on (myself included) without ever receiving a thing! It’s easy for a company to make promises on great products for low prices when they don’t actually do it! Colorado Tripod Company is a crappy company!

[@DavidSmith-qf4zj]

Interesting video, but does the Colorado Tripod company still exist? They have promised interesting products for some time now but nothing is ever produced.

[@LukeZalvino]

I've got some kind of small conventional camera bag I got from goodwill for like 5 bucks. Still my fav, not a fan of backpack style

[@wellwhatthen10101]

This is not that good a ball head for panos yes looks like a very good ball head but looks are not everything , First you have to make sure that your tripod is perfectly level otherwise this will not give you a good pano system. if you need a good ball head that is easy to set up regardless if your tripod is not level then have a look at this one. koolehaoda E3 Tripod Ball Head double Panoramic Head with Quick Release Plate For Camera Tripod

[@josephkennedy3127]

Can you recommend a reasonable priced legs to go with that ball head. I see the ones you use are very pricey. Just ordered the ball head, but want to get a good tripod to go with it. Thanks.

[@vilo.chophy]

Ahh.. im using amazon basic backpack 🥺🥺

[@LinhLinhBD]

where you bought this thing? they not available yet on their website

[@CalMukumoto]

I backed this ball-head on Kickstarter two years ago, and I never received it. Colorado Tripod Company has gone dark around six months ago on commenting if and when we will ever receive the product! I hope this means good things are coming in the mail.

[@alisonmeier5826]

Ditto. Have just had a please confirm address email, so maybe it is finally on its way!

[@joshuariggphotography8531]

I’m currently using the Manfrotto befree backpack I think it’s just became discounted. I was looking into purchasing a new back as it’s not really working for me as padding is the strong point. I was looking at these mindshift bags but also the f-stop lotus, what ever I could get for the best money cause I’m only 15. Keep it up and I live in England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 so that might be a problem if I was going to win

[@peterfritzphoto]

Oh, no… I’ve only had my BH-55 a few months, and now this. The BH-55 weighs almost 2lb (860g), so halving that weight and getting that extra range of motion would be wonderful. Also, they’re releasing a titanium version that weights only 295g. Ugh! But great video, Mark. And so you know, I certainly don’t take you for granted, either. Congratulations on another milestone. 👍😄🦘

[@rocketmanab]

Hi Mark...I'm using the Lowepro Micro Trekker 200... How embarassing...lol.

[@PMCN53]

An interesting design, slightly outside the box. I've been using Acratech for 10 years now, I mainly use the pano head, it does everything a ball head does and the advantage of being able to set the head level and move L-R and up/down has proven to be great for what I do. THe APSEN does seem to be a good fit for you. Cheers. PS Congratulations! the hard work is paying off!!

[@stevelink3]

Hi Mark. Thank you for this superb review and comparison of these two fine ball heads! As a landscape, product and ocassional wildlife photographer, I always use a solid tripod, such as the robust Leofoto LS-365C and the LH40 ball head. For "travel" I am testing the 3LT Leo 2.0 with AirHed Pro Level ball head. The only thing I notice with the "Lever" type of Arca-Swiss clamp, is that when tight (no camera movement), the Lever clamp can still be wiggled slightly left-right or up/down. However, this movement does not affect the stability of the locked clamp. I've always used a "twist" screw lock, so perhaps I just need to get more used to the lever. That said the tripod itself seems rock solid, and has a load capacity of 66 lbs! Thanks again, Mark, and enjoy your Fuji GFX system!

[@YoetoenYoe]

Currently using a TARION backack. It is quite a cheap backpack from a Hong Kong based company, but looks good and for the price, around £60 or $85, but looks and feels premium. Good for mirroless cameras, but adding older DSLRs makes it kinda havy.

[@pbziegler]

I ordered one over a year ago. Still waiting for it. They keep saying it's coming soon. I love my Colorado tripod and that new bullhead will be just the thing when it comes. Hope I live long enough to get it mounted.

[@markschwenk3816]

Congratulations on reaching 175K. I’m using the PGYTECH OneMo backpack.

[@JohnDrummondPhoto]

I have and love that RRS BH-40 ball head. I think the only difference between this and the BH-55 is the former's lever clamp vs. the latter's thumbscrew, which may be more secure but is slower to use. This new design is intriguing, but somehow I see all those holes becoming dirt magnets. I see the company offers a "standard" solid head version, but there is no way to pre-order it yet. There's also an upcoming solid titanium model for $599. If I were in the market, I would strongly consider this ball head with the solid aluminum ball option. My current bag is a LowePro Flipside 500 AWII. It's carries everything I need, and some stuff I don't (LOL - I need to downsize a little). As I'm migrating from Canon DSLRs to RF bodies and more compact RF lenses, I see myself eventually moving to a little smaller bag. But not yet.

[@lasmyth9656]

Using an el' cheapo bag, not worth mentioning, though TBH, don't venture much further from my accommodations or car for a few reasons, besides just being lazy ... 😂 Present bag does hold 2 bodies (Sony APC-S) and long / short lens mounted, so all good there, with room to spare. Though test of time is using trekking, it would probably, eventually fail.

[@AcaciaFikeNelson]

Very cool ball head! The flexibility of it has me intrigued! Thanks for sharing! I have been rocking an Osprey 24L hiking backpack with a Tenba BYOB insert. Works well for hiking around, but gets a little tight/snug with getting camera equipment in and out of the bag. I miss having easy access to my camera and lenses!!

[@AndyBanner]

Congratulations on the 175k milestone. Thanks for the videos. I currently use a Lowepro backpack. Dunno the model or size. It came with a Nikon D90 that I bought used about 4 years ago for my daughter's birthday. She found the bag too large and gave it to me. I've only recently started using it myself as I have got more into photography again (take a look at my channel) and whilst it's good, it's not good enough for a day's hike so I was looking at at Mindshift bag for all kinds of reasons, including the apparent following they have amongst other KZbin photographers! I'm only just at about 250 subscribers, so a long way to catch you up!

[@Zensatva]

You have always been great and really enjoy learning from you. Currently, I use Protactic BP350 AW2

[@armeniocavaco]

Hi Mark. Love your videos. Can you lock the ballhead without much noise...? smoother...? thanks.

[@SausageFingers1]

My old cheapo bag broke so I'm now using a plastic bag I acquired from the supermarket. My existence is pain.

[@HenriqueBarbosaCH]

Hey Mark! Its amazing that ur doing this giveaway. Im using my Lowepro bag. It fits everything i need to carry when i go out, even my laptop, but i would love to have another bag. Bigger or smaller than mine would be nice :D

[@TotalBarber]

I’m using the nomadic bag by Peter but it’s just so big to be an everyday bag so I was actually just looking for a bag last night so I will hold off until after the giveaway is finished and try my luck!!!! Thanks Mark!

[@CaseyJohnsonPhoto]

Currently using a Lowepro ProTactic 450AW. Have owned a Mindshift bag before, great quality!

[@mbuchek]

Hi Mark! Love the videos and thanks for offering the giveaway. My current backpack is the Lowepro LP36975/BP300AW. Fingers crossed for a new one! Thanks!

[@TuhinDasVision]

A many many heartiest congratulation on the 175K subs milestone Mark. Hurray!!!!!!! A great new ball head in the market. One question though, I didn't see the bubble level though on the Colorado Ball Head. Is it missing Mark? I have been using my 26 ltr camera bag pack I bought in 2016 from Amazon (like about 120 bucks) named Altura Photo. It served me well till mid 2020. Till then I was using a Nikon D7200 with 11-16, 17-50 & 70-200 lens and Nisi's ND set along with a CPL. Now after upgrading to Nikon D780 along with 14-24, 24-70 & 70-200 remained along with filter set for 14-24 completely over killing. Also the bigger tripod doesn't fit on the side as well. How often you did change your camera bag pack before switching completely into fulltime professional landscape photography?

[@4477cd]

Hi, Mark.....I continue to enjoy your videos. Smooth, knowledgeable presentations. I currently have a couple of Think Tank Retrospective bags (the 10 version 2.0 and the 4 version 2.0)

[@Peteyglad]

My Aspen arrived yesterday to possibly replace my Acratech GPSS I have had for years. First impressions are extremely good. Can't wait to try it in the field.

I have been with you from the begining of your journey and opened my channel 5.5 months ago in my own country and having a givaway of my own for my 1000 subscribers 😊. I would understand that you could not send a bag to Turkey and that s ok but watching your channel growth has been an inspiration and hope for my own journey and I just wanted to thank you for that.

[@bojanradojicic897]

[insert courtesy part of the comment] Lowepro SlingShot 200 AW Camera Bag Black. [insert courtesy part of the comment] in advance for july: gz on 200k

[@jamesyoke3501]

Hey Mark! Great video as always. I have learned so much from you! I currently don't have a camera bag, I use a dslr carrying case but am looking to upgrade to a nice camera backpack

[@filipedelgado7738]

Congratulations for the 170k. I'm using Lowepro Flipside 300 AW II.

[@mavredik]

That's one sexy ball head! I'm currently using Peak Design Everyday backpack zip 20L as my photography backpack and my EDC backpack. Although I love my backpack, I'd be happy to try something new.

[@themyronc]

Been using my Lowepro M Trekker BP 150 for 4 years, small but mighty carries; 23mm f1.4, 16-55mm f2.8, 50-140mm f2.8 and 70-300mm f4 Fujinon lens, Fuji X-H1+ battery grip, all the accessories and a tablet. Pro level tetris skill required to fit all of that in 😅

[@mikemcmullan4289]

a note on Colorado tripod company. I've been waiting a year for the aspen ball head, I'm pretty sure they are no longer in business. been trying to get a refund of my Reservation deposit of $61.00 , emailed four times with no response. AVOID THIS COMPANY!!!

[@bigbullet94]

Hey, congratulations on 175k subscribers. I use the KF13.084 backpack from K & F Concept.

[@marceluding946]

Congratulations with your 175K. Hopefully for you it will be soon 200K. Not so long ago I started Landscape photography and I like it so much. I use a shoulder bag Think tank V20 and was already looking for a backpack. So maybe I am looking and ………….? Stay healthy everybody.

[@grahamwickens6842]

Awesome video Mark! I want that ball head so bad. Looks awesome. Currently I’m using and Lowpro camera bag. The Fastpack BP 250 AW II. Also, congratulations on 175k! Thats huge!

[@stevenritts193]

This ball head is nice but it seems like a lot of extra clunk. I have an Acratech GXP with a similar skeletal design that is awesome. For my bag I use a Shimoda Action X50

[@enochcastleberry5197]

I love Acratech heads! just wish they were $100 cheaper.

[@sportmynd]

come on hello i love this stream you have I'm using a small bag called FLY LEAF and it's way too small Need to protect Sony 9A + Sony 24-70,2,8,70-200,2,8 and 200-600. This backpack is great that you have and I would love to have it in one piece. Wow Aspen Ballhead is cool Greetings from Iceland

[@larryalcorn2492]

Mark, thanks so much for you videos. Like your Ball head head video, it is a very interesting design. I am just getting setup for landscape. Currently using a Tamrac backpack. Trying to find the best backpack for my kit. Using a D850, Tamron 17-35mm, Nikon 28-300mm, Nikon 200-500mm and a NiSi V6. any advice is welcome. Thanks

[@adilphotography816]

Sir, Hope you are doing well. I'am a passionate photo editor .. I like pictures .. And I want to build a career around photo editing Recently I decided to invest on a IPS monitor , so I can start building my portfolio .. I don't know if it's the right monitor for this kind of job .. Should it be factory calibrated ? Monitor I use ::::: IPS LCD monitor, LED backlight 237E4QHSD/69 Thank you .

[@lackoliver55]

Currently using the PD Everyday Backpack 20L V1 and the Messenger V1. But for about 2-1/2 years I got by with just the Patagonia Black Hole Waist Pack 5L (not at all intended for photography). Could carry two cameras; Sony a6300 w/kit lens and Pentax ME-F 35mm film camera w/50mm lens. Could hold extra film, extra batteries, mini tripod, lens wipes, wireless remote, my passport, and two bottles of water if I didn't mind looking like I had a little Blastoise around my waist. It got me around all of SE Asia and various islands in the pacific with no trouble. Cheers.

[@nmbobcat]

ThankTank Backlight 26L. LOL, YES I could use another... Love the videos, keep them coming!

[@4ammarwat]

Keep doing your work 🔥😍😍😍 stay blessed I love u you are my motivation One thing if I won a giveaway I can't receive my gift bcz I am from another country I am from Pakistan😢 But I appreciate your work I love u😍

[@ChrisKoehn]

Congrats on the 175K+! My bag is an older Lowepro 350 AW ProTactic. I like it because it's fairly rugged and has been kicked around in the trunk and on the ground without totally falling apart. The padding inside is plenty enough for my camera and it's comfortable enough but I'm outgrowing the size as I added a new lens.

[@dvlprlife]

Congratulations on the 175K milestone. You have some great content! That is a neat looking ball head. I currently use the Lowepro ProTactic 450 AW II Pro Modular Backpack. This is a great bug, but it’s time to switch it up a bit.

[@showdaKOs]

Cheers on your 175k! Me, am rocking a Lowepro m-Trekker BP150 Backpack (Gray) (I had to search for the name, lol) wich is cheap and cool for everyday use, but would be great to have a real hikking one...

[@oddy1526]

Congrats for the 175k, well deserved. Would appreciate the Backlight, is one of backpacks I am considering, nice giveaway!

[@aneshmagan]

F-Gear Ajna . My previous bag had front zip. When I got home, I noticed my bag which was opened (zip was closed but zip lines were splitted open) and camera was missing. I run back to garage and found camera on floor. Luckily it was not broken. ASPEN BALL HEAD is a stunning innovation!

[@JACKnJESUS]

Nice looking ball head...very out-of-the-box design. I'm using a Manfrotto fluid head right now, but that does look like a winner. I'm using as a backpack the Lowepro Whistler Backpack 450 AW II ... which is a BEAST!! Might be nice to have something a little bit more ... low key for the everyday short treks. Keep the vid's coming...they are great!

[@guilhermepaulino6737]

Great ball head, although I prefer the smaller footprint of the BH-40. I am currently using a Lowepro ProTactic BP 350 AW. Congrats on the milestone!

[@khoffm76]

I'm currently (not) using my Lowepro Slingshot Edge anymore. Waayyy too small as soon as I bought my 70-200mm f2.8. Now I'm actually using my North Face day pack and just got back from a 7 mile photo hike near Lake Tahoe. Could only take my 70-200mm and 17-50mm leaving my 10-24mm behind for lack of room.

[@ralphlennertz2443]

Dear Mark, Greetings! First of all, I want to express my gratitude to you! Your KZbin channel shares so much no-nonsense information that really comes to the point. With regards to ballheads, have you ever considered the Arca Swiss Monoball p-Series? Outstanding ergonomics for landscape photography!

[@ruineto5267]

Hi Mark congratulations on the number of subscribers. Currently have the F-Stop Ajna (huge) and a 30L Deuter Freerider (versatile), Mindshift looks like the perfect backpack for trekking around Portugal.

[@SDPhotographyLtd]

Great looking ball head!! I’m currently using a MindShift 50L pro rotation backpack but I’d love something smaller for lighter travel 👍🏼

[@lottatroublemaker6130]

WOW, that seems like a wonderful ball head, would have LOVED having one, but $279 is still waaay too expensive for me. It’s sadly not in the cards for someone on disability/a fixed income who has photography as a hobby… Oh well, I’ll have to look on. I saw a low profile ball head with a ball around 55mm a while ago, but sadly I can’t remember the brand name and it seems like I lost it. It was $99, I think… I have to have a real ergonomic one, due to joint problems, and the knobs on that one weren’t too bad… Typical to lose it, hope I manage finding back to it… Oh well, thanks for a great video!!! 🤗

[@christophermarsden9386]

Currently using a Thinktank Retrospective 7M that I got with my A6600 from B&H. Don't have a pack which is a bummer.

[@QCshooter758]

Currently using a Lowepro Fastpack BP250! Need a little more space as i venture into the wildlife photography arena. EOSr ,battery grid and Sigma 150-600mm doesn't fit in my bag 😔

[@arindamdutta3780]

Hi Mark, picked up photography as a hobby, thanks to you and covid ....hahaha (extra time with working from home) I had a old dslr Nikon 5200 but recently picked up a Nikon Z5. Invested in a few F mount Sigmas. Bought a K&F camera bag as a baby step.

[@chadmeeh]

I've been using the Lowepro Protactic 350II. I also have the 450II, but it's a little too bulky for the camera equipment I have right now. Oddly enough, I had been shopping for a backpack and that specific MindShift backpack was what I had decided on, but couldn't afford it. So, fingers crossed! Also, really like the Colorado Tripods. Definitely on the list of stuff I'd like to have. Look very well made.

[@andrewfindlayphoto]

I am currently using a Jack Wolfskin travel rucksacks with a block of upholstery foam cut out for my camera bag. 🤔

[@pauloricardoferreira2841]

I have seen this ball head in the Colorado Tripod Company's site a couple of months ago when I was looking for a new Tripod. Unfortunately they don't send to Brazilian customers, so I had to give upon it. Currently own a Manfrotto Pro Light 3N1-26 PL which I don't like very much. Not that much comfortable. So, I'd love to have this Minds gift backpack. Congrats for the new level of subscribers. You do a very good job in your KZbin channel. Thanks for your time. Greetings from Rio de Janeiro/Brazil.

[@mphulett]

I am currently using the Shimoda camera bag. Congratulations on your 175K subscribers! You provide us with quality content, Mark. Keep up the good work.

[@Photokiakotos]

i have the PMK travel bag... the big one... for my travels but I would love a smaller one like that. Thanks for the giveaway Mark !!! Hope you return back to Sony ecosystem :)

[@BasicBeemer]

At the moment I'm using a 'standard' backpack, not a photography backpack. It works, but a 'real' camera-backpack would be nice (and easier)... ;-)

[@andywessels4719]

Great video and good information on another ball head option. I do mostly wildlife photography (Nikon D500) and always carry at least two lenses (one of them being the Tamron150-600 mm). I have only been doing this for a year or so but I love it!! To carry everything around, I bought a very inexpensive Neewer backpack. I'll be honest, it does the trick. Would I like a more comfortable/higher quality bag........ absolutely 😁

[@rogerhostinphotography]

Nice review of a very interesting ball head. Congratulations on reaching 175,000 subscribers Mark!

[@antoniodesiderio1984]

Thanks to you Mark. For your work, your photos and your videos. 😉😉👍🏻👍🏻 Very cool the new ball head.

[@jimmyzwheelz]

Great review of the Aspen ball head. I’m a RRS user now, but I’ve read some good things about the Colorado Tripod Company. I’m also a huge ThinkTank/Mindshift bag user. I’ve read great things about this new release, and am excited that you’re offering it! I use the ThinkTank Streetwalker bag now. Superb gear. Congratulations on your new subscriber milestone...well deserved, Mark!

[@nikokane5]

Congrats on 175K. This channel will continue to grow, 👍🏻 I am actually looking for a camera backpack. As a backpacker I have a few packs but would like something specific for camera gear and enough room for an overnighter. I haven’t found a lot of “hybrid” packs yet.

[@randolphcroft4212]

I'm beginning to see a 'quantum step' in your vids. APS-C to Medium Format, RRS to Aspen. I'm okay with that. I think the Aspen will work well for me. Plus, it's sci-fi.

[@petercarless7286]

Thank you Mark for your considered review of this game changing ball head. I've currently got the Lowepro Flipside 400AW (mark 1 version) and I'd really like to upgrade it!! Cheers.

[@bobmorse5896]

I thoroughly enjoy your videos; I always learn something..........some are head slappers. Most of my quick walks along beaches or local conservation land are supported by a Lowe Pro SlingShot 202 AW, which easily holds a Nikon Z6 with a few additional short zooms. When I flew in successively smaller and smaller planes on a trip into Manitoba, I used a Think Tank Elements backpack, not the quickest to use, but the safest of the choices guaranteed to fit Canadian carry-on requirements. Think Tank produces numerous well made bags. Congratulations on your growing fan base.

[@mickehakansson]

Been using a small Lowepro Protactic 250 for quite a long time now. Really great bag. Recently switched from an Olympus E-M1 to a Fuji X-T3. Kit is starting to swell. Also getting more and more into landscape photography, so the kit is growing! Bag upgrade is imminent!

[@Johnmell100]

I had the RRS BH-40 but I didn't like how stiff the lever was, I eventually sold it and I am now using the Arca Swiss monoball P0 which I love, the Aspen looks really interesting too though. My bag is a Think Tank urban approach 15.

[@gkrausphoto]

I have been eyeing that Aspen ball head but my current one still works. However, if I win your camera backpack giveaway I might be able to fund the Aspen ball head. I currently have the Lowepro Flipside 400 AW II. Good luck to everyone!🤞🏼

[@mossycreek4478]

I currently use a small Lowpro bag. Great for my small A6000 ans my couple kits lens but husband recently bought me a Sigma 100-400 now looking for something bigger. Great video!

[@charliejg]

Thanks for the opportunity to win that backpack. It's really nice. I'm currently using a small Lowepro that pretty much only holds my X-T3 with the 18-55 attached, extra batteries and an old Canon FD f1.8 manual lens with a X mount adapter. I'm looking to get a tripod as well. I have an old Promaster tripod that I bought in 1984 for my Ricoh XR-P film SLR. I have to see if I am able to just buy a head for it. If so, I'd get a Arca style head and then buy an L bracket for my X-T3. With an L bracket I could get away without having a ball head.

[@JMSteger]

I am currently using the Colorado Tripod Company Highline Small Ball Head with my 2-Series and 4-Series Tripods from Colorado Tripod. All of the Colorado Tripod products are great. I can't wait to get the Aspen Ball Head. I currently use an Acratech Leveling Base for panos. My backpack is the F-stop Gear Tilopia and I'm very happy with it. Depending on my shooting situation, I use either the Small Pro, Medium Slope or Large Pro Internal Camera Units from F-stop.

[@holamiju]

I'm using a Lowepro Protactic 350. It's ok, but I'm looking for something with a better design. Thank you for all you do.

[@nhwine]

Hi Mark, Another great video. I am currently using an old LowePro bag that my gear has outgrown. When planning a hike, I carefully select which lenses & accessories to pack but can't always fit larger lenses if carrying a large prime like the 85mm. Cheers from Belfast, ME.

[@vacanechaser]

Congrats on the 175K!! Interesting looking ball head. Im rolling with an old school Lowepro Pro Trekker 400 AW. Been looking at bags cause the zipper is busted and have nothing to carry the gear in to send off to have repaired. Great bag, just wish it was back entry.

[@raymondchen6906]

thanks for the giveaway! I am always interested in the milestone/progress update videos. currently using a Lowepro Fastpack BP 250 AW III.

[@Photosbytw]

I currently have a used..........lets make an extremely used Tamrac backpack that's in need of retirement.

[@PhDRaZOR]

I'm using Manfrotto PL-BP-R-110 Pro Light RedBee-110, which is more than enough for my APS-C camera and 4 lenses!

[@joaoquintela1575]

I'm currently using a Lowepro ProRunner 450 AW, and surely like to give it a try to that Backlight 26L

[@Chetx93]

Congratulation for the subscriber milestone. Keep it up, your channel has some very good advice for beginner or advanced photographer. I currently use a Vanguard VEO GM 42M for my MFT set. Sometimes it's small for my lens, which I carry to the field and never use. Do I need a new bag? Don't know, but the giveaway looks nice.

[@geoffstairmand3747]

Lovely ball-head and it's got me interested but availability in the UK...? Well done on achieving the 175K - richly deserved and a great giveaway. Currently I'm using the Fstop 32L bag which is good but not so comfortable fully loaded because of the lack of shoulder strap padding. Thank you Mark for all the hard work.

[@Karhallarn]

Nice Video again! Thank you! I'm using my Billingham Packington for over 10 years through all kind of weather! Perfect bag with lots of storage for the raltively flat profile. Also as a walk around with the kids smallish kit Bag, Crumpler Jimmy Bo 700. Great Bag and that name...

[@JonDiPietro]

I'm using the Shimoda Action X50 based in large part on your review - and it's awesome. I use it for all of my outdoor photography, hiking, and biking. Stores my camera gear, drone, and EDC stuff. But having a smaller bag for quick trips or street photography would be great. Love the channel.