[Tweeters] RFI Tripod and Nikon 8 x 35 bins

[AMK17 via Tweeters]

Thanks for all the replies to my tripod RFI.  I was set on a carbon fiber tripod but ended up with a Manfrotto aluminum tripod 290Lite.  Purchased spur of the moment on way up to Fir Island.  Less than $200 and With my scope iabout 5-6 pounds - light for me. Wasn't planning on keeping it but it was light and  held up well in strong gusty winds.  The panning is annoyingly jerky at times but I can live with that.  Otherwise, suits my needs very well!

Cleaning house and wonder if anyone heading to Central or South America would be willing to take a pair of Nikon 8x 35 bins to donate to a birder or rainforest lodge.  It's been a long time since I traveled there but I recall the excellent guides sometimes had old gear.  These are old but in great shape.  just a thought.  Email directly if interested.  

Thanks,
AKopitov
Seattle