Lastolite Trilite

[kgavin]

<p>I've been saving for a Lastolite Trilite setup for portraits only to find out that this product has been discontinued (at least with B&H and Adorama). Does anyone use this setup or have recommendations for an alternative? I used one once a few years ago and really like the look. I'm trying to avoid setting up three stands with different reflectors (more to carry). Thanks.</p>

[rob_h5]

<p>The Trilite reflectors are very popular for fashion/portrait. You can make a DIY tri-lite with simple foam core making 2 cuts (not too deep just enough for a fold) with a xacto blade for 3 panels and folds and glueing 3 square (silver/gold) reflector panels from a<a href="http://www.leefilters.com/lighting/colour-details.html#273&filter=tf"><strong> LEE FILTER 273 soft silver reflector sheets/roll.</strong></a></p>

<p>But if thats too much work...</p>

<p>Calumet still sells the Trilite<br /> <a href="http://www.calumetphoto.com/eng/product/lastolite_trilite_reflector_kit_sunfire_silver/bg7200">http://www.calumetphoto.com/eng/product/lastolite_trilite_reflector_kit_sunfire_silver/bg7200</a></p>

[rob_h5]

<p>This guy made one out of Medium-density fibreboard. Also any adhesive will do for to adhere the reflector material; spray adhesive/non-reflective black shur tape or duct tape/velcro...ect. Tape is probably the best, its quick and clean and also can double as a hinge.</p>

<p>DIY triflector<br>

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[kgavin]

<p>Thanks Rob. I was looking for the white and silver kit. Maybe I can cut some white foam core into the shapes, but I think I may just go with three reflectors.</p>

<p>Hopefully Lastolite has something else up its sleeve, because this is a pretty popular product for those who bought it, and I can think of a few other Lastolite products they could cut instead of this one.</p>

[ellis_vener_photography]

Lastolite stills lists the trilites as available: http://www.lastolite.us/search?q=Trilite&x=0&y=0

 

I use the Joe McNally variation of the TriGrip. I like it. Smart piece of gear.

[kgavin]

<p>The word from Lastolite is that this product has been discontinued and replaced with this kluge:</p>

<p>http://www.adorama.com/LSTLSLK.html</p>

<p>Very disappointing. I'm going to see if I can find one of the original products used.</p>

[ely_lenik]

<p>All in all I think it was just too much money for a lighting modifier with only one use. I think most people buy gear that is universal and usable in many situations.</p>

[kgavin]

<p>True, but when working alone without an assistant (as I often do), a unit like this is invaluable.</p>