Velcro type strap to fasten a tripod to a backpack??

[Pixley]

Hi everyone

I was wondering if anyone had any ideas of a product (velcro type strap thingy) to fasten a tripod to a backpack? I have done a search and can't find any post that covers this and my local bag store and hardware store didn't stock anything suitable. My Flipside backpck has a tripod pocket at the bottom - but the tripod is a little heavy and doesn't sit that well when just fastened by the buckle mid way up the backback (even when I take the centre column out). Anyone have a way to do this? I was thinking of an occy strap - but as I want it to probably to run around the inside of the backpack I want it to sit flat.

Thanks in advance for any ideas or suggestions

P.S. I realise the tripod is probably a little heavy for the backpack but want to attempt to use it anyway

[kevinj]

I have the Flipside 400,when using the tripod pocket,I put a small strap,the handstrap off my Monopod,around the Tripod and through the carry handle at the top of the pack,holds my Manfrotto 055ProBx ok.

[Pixley]

Thank you Kevin - I never thought of securing the tripod through the top carry handle I could use just about anything with this method

Cheers and thanks again!

[terry.langham]

Velcro make a product called 'One Wrap', it has loops on one side and hooks on the other. Should be able to find it at Spotlight or other sewing and craft stores.

[Pixley]

Thank you very much Terry - I will check out our local Spotlight

[peterking]

If you can't find it there check out Officeworks as I found some there, or failing that PM me and I will arrange some from work as we sell it.

[Pixley]

Much appreciated Peter