The Best Travel Tripod: Mefoto RoadTrip Review

[@ungavaproductions]

This tripod is simply a must for backpacking photography. I have one carbon fiber version and it's simply amazing .

[@jwnrocks]

Based on your review, I just ordered the latest version of this tripod that includes an integrated phone mount. FYI, carbon fiber version at B&H for $110. Enough discount to add a Manfrotto hybrid fluid head. I can’t wait to try the pairing.

[@GanderFlight]

Helpful review! Thanks for the insights! (I could have done with a little less background music in the actual video though)

[@nigelmay6349]

Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the tip!

[@jwnrocks]

Nice review! Do you think this would work with a fluid head like the S6?

[@ungavaproductions]

Agree 100% I own the carbon fiber version and it is amazing product ! Love it

[@riddleman92]

Can a sandbag be connected to the base of the tripod?

[@YabannPenceresi]

Hi. I just discovered your channal. It's amazing and beautiful. Well Done.

[@nigelmay6349]

Thanks so much! I'll go check out yours!

[@faithalityblog]

Thanks for the awesome review! I was wondering: is the ballhead sturdy enough to use a small slider in it? (zeapon micro) I understand it can take a heavy payload, but do you think it would work?

[@nigelmay6349]

Glad you enjoyed it! I've never tried it but I would bet it would work well as long as the neck of the tripod wasn't extended.

[@faithalityblog]

@@nigelmay6349 Makes sense, thank you!

[@btgp]

Great video except so many reviewers on Amazon say the tripod is not that stable especially in the wind and has to be held down by a heavy bag. Also it is so light in water it can flip over and fully extended its next to useless with a heavy camera and lens on it.

[@nigelmay6349]

Thanks for the feedback! I haven't had those issues as of yet. I've had it in waist deep water in a fairly swift river and felt it handled well. I'd be happy to make a second review were a thoroughly test it in these situations.

[@siaksut]

what do you prefer aluminum or carbon

[@nigelmay6349]

Aluminum for the price. But carbon is lighter and in winter conditions isn't cold to the touch.

[@siaksut]

@@nigelmay6349 thanks for the idea!

[@davidortiz7]

I would choose aluminum because of the weight, the carbon fiber is nice but it can be top heavy when camera is attached.

[@zachpw]

Great concise review. You're a good host.

[@nigelmay6349]

Thanks Zach!! Glad to have you here!

[@wparo]

Why add irritating background music to this wonderful serene waterfall natural sound?

[@nigelmay6349]

Because I'm irritating I guess. 😇

[@AllenReinecke]

The Benro Roadtrip is a great tripod, but don't expect much customer support! The head assembly is not user-serviceable at all. Mine had play in the panning action even when locked, which worsened to some pitching over a few uses. Benro USA never responded. Benro China said must be a screw loose, return to Amazon! Buying another brand, even though it's a nice tripod BUYER BEWARE!

[@abisography]

I thought cats have 4 legs 🤣

[@nigelmay6349]

I'm glad someone thought that was funny! Haha!

[@stvsanders]

You need to get hiking gaiters to keep the snow off your pants. This tripod is unfortunately another Chinese copy of the Gitzo carbon fiber tripods. I can see why companies are growing increasingly frustrated with Chinese illegal knock offs.

[@Verde88]

Are they illegal?...