Gitzo GT0531 Carbon 6X battery cover you'll want to take a

you'll want to take a closer look at this thing

but it's also a popular choice to convert into a camera lens

The Velbon Sherpa 250n is a pretty nice tripod with a three-way head and quick release system

with very few external controls

The Kata Capsule 181 is a shoulder-style bag with a unique flop-open design

Gitzo GT0531 Carbon 6X battery cover you'll want to take aThe Gitzo GT0531 is slightly goofy looking, with its long, skinny 0 series legs. Nevertheless, this is one heck of a tripod: it weighs just over 700g, but it's built to support up to 5kg, and it's rock solid. Hard to overstate how sturdy this thing feels. Extends to about 4 feet with the centre column down, about 5 feet with the column up. Light cosmetic wear, good function. Includes storage pouch.