Originally posted by DonV Just cut the cover, but leave it as a complete circle; then you will have 2 smaller sections- should you ever want to use it without the foot.
I do not own that lens neither a lenscoat, but as DonV said, a complete circle would make more sens.
Why?
Once the foot will be attached (and used with tripod), without that “cut portion” the lens will rotate better if you want to switch from landscape to portrait view.
Leaving the lenscoat under the collar, I doubt a longer bolt will work for the same reason (will not rotate well).
Happy shooting!