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bdery · 03-25-2020, 05:06 AM

Originally posted by Racer X 69

Canada was already pretty laid back, and running at a slower pace.

Running at a slower pace? How so?

I see no way to understand that statement which makes it true.

bdery · 03-25-2020, 05:09 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Kerrowdown

The Gitzo price was on a par, perhaps even slightly less than both RRS and ProMediaGear.

I wouldn't say those are the most common ground for comparison.

These are excellent products, but out of the price range for most people, so less discussed. That's all.

**Kerrowdown** · 03-25-2020, 07:43 AM

Originally posted by bdery

I wouldn't say those are the most common ground for comparison.

These are excellent products, but out of the price range for most people, so less discussed. That's all.

Aye I see what you mean... for me I’m luckier than most it’s a business tool.

stevebrot · 03-25-2020, 09:12 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by mattb123

PNW or UK mountain bikers often have fenders because it is so wet in those places.

I have never used fenders, but have often wished I had after coming back fully wet and brown, top of helmet and face included, from forging through long mud bogs on bridle trails. (Yes, bridle as in horses and that which they leave on the trail.)

Steve

**mattb123** · 03-25-2020, 09:12 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by camera_nut

On Ebay l was looking for a vintage radio station decal to stick up in the man cave room. Got this for 3usd. Cool Domino's pizza coupons good in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti area. That's where Domino's started in the early 60s. And l'm a driver for them now.

Ha! I used to listen to WIQB and grew up in Ann Arbor. I went to high school with the daughter of Tom and Margie Monaghan.
My mom was a personal trainer and chef specializing in healthy foods and she was Margie's trainer for a while which she said was an impossible job, lol.

---------- Post added 03-25-20 at 10:14 AM ----------

Originally posted by stevebrot

I have never used fenders, but have often wished I had after coming back fully wet and brown, top of helmet and face included, from forging through long mud bogs on bridle trails. (Yes, bridle as in horses and that which they leave on the trail.)

Steve

I've wished for fenders in cattle country, that is for sure! It's a lot sloppier than what the horses leave...

lesmore49 · 03-25-2020, 09:38 AM

Originally posted by mattb123

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I've wished for fenders in cattle country, that is for sure! It's a lot sloppier than what the horses leave...

Having lived in Western Canada cattle country for awhile...I know exactly what you mean.

---------- Post added 03-25-20 at 11:40 AM ----------

Originally posted by stevebrot

I have never used fenders, but have often wished I had after coming back fully wet and brown, top of helmet and face included, from forging through long mud bogs on bridle trails. (Yes, bridle as in horses and that which they leave on the trail.)

Steve

Yes they (horses) do.

You are a practical man.

**Just1MoreDave** · 03-25-2020, 10:42 AM - **1 Like**

I got new shocks on my truck, part of a bill that ran to $3800 - timing belt, brake stuff plus lots of deferred maintenance. The truck had some exciting handling character with bad shocks. Now I'm waiting to buy some cheap gas and not drive anywhere.

In my downtime I've been watching videos on the Rivian R1T electric pickup. Not quite what I want but almost.

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

the Sigma is internal focus, so it does not extend like the DA18-135....

Pedantic: the DA 18-135 is IF but no one really notices because it extends to zoom.

**WPRESTO** · 03-25-2020, 12:58 PM - **3 Likes**

Purchased this little gadget recently. I usually take along a couple Allen wrenches in case one of the Arca-Swiss anti-twist bars, or safety screws, or screw that holds a plate to a camera body gets loose. Also, most of my flip-lever tripods have an Allen screw to tighten the flip-locks if required (very rarely happens). I saw this thing that has multiple metric Allen wrenches as well as Phillips, and slot screwdrivers and a T25 Torx. It's about 7.5 cm (2.75 inches) long. The only thing missing is a loop for attaching it to something to prevent, or lessen the chances of loss.

camera_nut · 03-25-2020, 02:06 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by mattb123

Ha! I used to listen to WIQB and grew up in Ann Arbor. I went to high school with the daughter of Tom and Margie Monaghan.
My mom was a personal trainer and chef specializing in healthy foods and she was Margie's trainer for a while which she said was an impossible job, lol.

---------- Post added 03-25-20 at 10:14 AM ----------

Cool.

Aaron28 · 03-25-2020, 06:50 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Jome

It still doesn't work, no reaction from the motor or the red diode

dang....you could soak the tray in vinegar.....may get some stuff ya can't see......also the screws are very easy to get to if you care to dismantle for more cleaning

lesmore49 · 03-25-2020, 07:14 PM

Originally posted by WPRESTO

Purchased this little gadget recently. I usually take along a couple Allen wrenches in case one of the Arca-Swiss anti-twist bars, or safety screws, or screw that holds a plate to a camera body gets loose. Also, most of my flip-lever tripods have an Allen screw to tighten the flip-locks if required (very rarely happens). I saw this thing that has multiple metric Allen wrenches as well as Phillips, and slot screwdrivers and a T25 Torx. It's about 7.5 cm (2.75 inches) long. The only thing missing is a loop for attaching it to something to prevent, or lessen the chances of loss.

I like small multi bit screwdrivers. One of the best I've got is a MEGAPRO Original screwdriver. It's pretty robust in build quality, has a nice variety of bits and has one bit in particular that I have nowhere else in my 'multitude of multitools' and just plain screwdrivers...a Torx # 10 bit.

Our son has an BMW F series G/S motorcycle and one of the screws that holds body panels over the battery cover requires a # 10 Torx bit. Couldn't believe how difficult this particular bit is to get...but fortunately it is in the MEGAPRO.

We've got the MEGAPRO multi bit screwdriver for each of our kids, because of it's quality and selection of bits. A good tool and made in the states.

disconnekt · 03-26-2020, 12:02 PM - **1 Like**

And with a very quick delivary from UsedPhotoPro, I present the Pentax FG Battery Grip attached on the Pentax ZX-L* (and SMC Pentax 55mm f1.8*) :-)

* = got these on ebay too, just from different sellers though

stevebrot · 03-26-2020, 12:32 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by disconnekt

And with a very quick delivary from UsedPhotoPro, I present the Pentax FG Battery Grip attached on the Pentax ZX-L* (and SMC Pentax 55mm f1.8*) :-)

* = got these on ebay too, just from different sellers though

UsedPhotoPro (aka Roberts Camera) is a great vendor, though I generally prefer to deal with them outside of eBay at

https://robertscamera.com/

or

Used Cameras and Used Camera Equipment For Sale | UsedPhotoPro

Steve

**pepperberry farm** · 03-26-2020, 01:03 PM

Originally posted by stevebrot

UsedPhotoPro (aka Roberts Camera) is a great vendor, though I generally prefer to deal with them outside of eBay at

https://robertscamera.com/

or

Used Cameras and Used Camera Equipment For Sale | UsedPhotoPro

Steve

they are usually one of the three shops I'll browse through when I'm looking for something...

Jome · 03-26-2020, 02:00 PM

Time to wake up all my old SLR and My HP-11C... And they are all alive and kicking

By the way tried to fix the winder but it is far beyond repair, the leaking batteries have melted all the contacts and tiny wires attached to them.

03-25-2020, 07:43 AM	#19338
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,815	Originally posted by bdery I wouldn't say those are the most common ground for comparison. These are excellent products, but out of the price range for most people, so less discussed. That's all. Aye I see what you mean... for me I’m luckier than most it’s a business tool. Last edited by Kerrowdown; 03-26-2020 at 04:21 PM.

03-26-2020, 02:00 PM	#19350
Jome Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2016 Photos: Albums Posts: 784	Time to wake up all my old SLR and My HP-11C... And they are all alive and kicking By the way tried to fix the winder but it is far beyond repair, the leaking batteries have melted all the contacts and tiny wires attached to them. Last edited by Jome; 07-22-2020 at 08:51 AM.

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bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,357	Originally posted by Racer X 69 Canada was already pretty laid back, and running at a slower pace. Running at a slower pace? How so? I see no way to understand that statement which makes it true.

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bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,357	Originally posted by Kerrowdown The Gitzo price was on a par, perhaps even slightly less than both RRS and ProMediaGear. I wouldn't say those are the most common ground for comparison. These are excellent products, but out of the price range for most people, so less discussed. That's all.

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stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by mattb123 PNW or UK mountain bikers often have fenders because it is so wet in those places. I have never used fenders, but have often wished I had after coming back fully wet and brown, top of helmet and face included, from forging through long mud bogs on bridle trails. (Yes, bridle as in horses and that which they leave on the trail.) Steve

03-25-2020, 09:12 AM - 2 Likes	#19340
mattb123 Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Colorado High Country Photos: Gallery Posts: 10,872	Originally posted by camera_nut On Ebay l was looking for a vintage radio station decal to stick up in the man cave room. Got this for 3usd. Cool Domino's pizza coupons good in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti area. That's where Domino's started in the early 60s. And l'm a driver for them now. Ha! I used to listen to WIQB and grew up in Ann Arbor. I went to high school with the daughter of Tom and Margie Monaghan. My mom was a personal trainer and chef specializing in healthy foods and she was Margie's trainer for a while which she said was an impossible job, lol. ---------- Post added 03-25-20 at 10:14 AM ---------- Originally posted by stevebrot I have never used fenders, but have often wished I had after coming back fully wet and brown, top of helmet and face included, from forging through long mud bogs on bridle trails. (Yes, bridle as in horses and that which they leave on the trail.) Steve I've wished for fenders in cattle country, that is for sure! It's a lot sloppier than what the horses leave...

03-25-2020, 09:38 AM	#19341
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,337	Originally posted by mattb123 [/COLOR] I've wished for fenders in cattle country, that is for sure! It's a lot sloppier than what the horses leave... Having lived in Western Canada cattle country for awhile...I know exactly what you mean. ---------- Post added 03-25-20 at 11:40 AM ---------- Originally posted by stevebrot I have never used fenders, but have often wished I had after coming back fully wet and brown, top of helmet and face included, from forging through long mud bogs on bridle trails. (Yes, bridle as in horses and that which they leave on the trail.) Steve Yes they (horses) do. You are a practical man.

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Just1MoreDave Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Aurora, CO Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,340	I got new shocks on my truck, part of a bill that ran to $3800 - timing belt, brake stuff plus lots of deferred maintenance. The truck had some exciting handling character with bad shocks. Now I'm waiting to buy some cheap gas and not drive anywhere. In my downtime I've been watching videos on the Rivian R1T electric pickup. Not quite what I want but almost. Originally posted by pepperberry farm the Sigma is internal focus, so it does not extend like the DA18-135.... Pedantic: the DA 18-135 is IF but no one really notices because it extends to zoom.

03-25-2020, 02:06 PM - 1 Like	#19344
camera_nut Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: North Houston, TX Posts: 155	Originally posted by mattb123 Ha! I used to listen to WIQB and grew up in Ann Arbor. I went to high school with the daughter of Tom and Margie Monaghan. My mom was a personal trainer and chef specializing in healthy foods and she was Margie's trainer for a while which she said was an impossible job, lol. ---------- Post added 03-25-20 at 10:14 AM ---------- Cool.

03-25-2020, 06:50 PM - 1 Like	#19345
Aaron28 Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Huntsville, Al Posts: 7,131	Originally posted by Jome It still doesn't work, no reaction from the motor or the red diode dang....you could soak the tray in vinegar.....may get some stuff ya can't see......also the screws are very easy to get to if you care to dismantle for more cleaning

03-25-2020, 07:14 PM	#19346
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,337	Originally posted by WPRESTO Purchased this little gadget recently. I usually take along a couple Allen wrenches in case one of the Arca-Swiss anti-twist bars, or safety screws, or screw that holds a plate to a camera body gets loose. Also, most of my flip-lever tripods have an Allen screw to tighten the flip-locks if required (very rarely happens). I saw this thing that has multiple metric Allen wrenches as well as Phillips, and slot screwdrivers and a T25 Torx. It's about 7.5 cm (2.75 inches) long. The only thing missing is a loop for attaching it to something to prevent, or lessen the chances of loss. I like small multi bit screwdrivers. One of the best I've got is a MEGAPRO Original screwdriver. It's pretty robust in build quality, has a nice variety of bits and has one bit in particular that I have nowhere else in my 'multitude of multitools' and just plain screwdrivers...a Torx # 10 bit. Our son has an BMW F series G/S motorcycle and one of the screws that holds body panels over the battery cover requires a # 10 Torx bit. Couldn't believe how difficult this particular bit is to get...but fortunately it is in the MEGAPRO. We've got the MEGAPRO multi bit screwdriver for each of our kids, because of it's quality and selection of bits. A good tool and made in the states.

03-26-2020, 12:32 PM - 1 Like	#19348
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by disconnekt And with a very quick delivary from UsedPhotoPro, I present the Pentax FG Battery Grip attached on the Pentax ZX-L* (and SMC Pentax 55mm f1.8) :-) = got these on ebay too, just from different sellers though UsedPhotoPro (aka Roberts Camera) is a great vendor, though I generally prefer to deal with them outside of eBay at https://robertscamera.com/ or Used Cameras and Used Camera Equipment For Sale \| UsedPhotoPro Steve

03-26-2020, 01:03 PM	#19349
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,645	Originally posted by stevebrot UsedPhotoPro (aka Roberts Camera) is a great vendor, though I generally prefer to deal with them outside of eBay at https://robertscamera.com/ or Used Cameras and Used Camera Equipment For Sale \| UsedPhotoPro Steve they are usually one of the three shops I'll browse through when I'm looking for something...

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