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<p>Thanks all for the suggestions.<br>
Craig and Larry: I checked out the Manfrotto 680B + 234RC. They have good reviews and should serve my purpose well. Thanks for pointing me in the right direction!</p>
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<p>Can anybody suggest a decent monopod + ball head combo for supporting a Canon 100-400mm lens + comparatively lightweight SLR? I'm looking for something that is light weight, has a minimal stored height (4 segments are ok) and something that won't break the bank. Thanks in advance!</p>
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<p>I second the suggestion to get Darwin Wigget's ebooks on the Canadian Rockies. They're well written and give you great info. In any case, having been to all of the places on your list <em>(not on a single trip)</em> I can give you a few suggestions from memory:<br /> <strong></strong><br>
<strong>Grand-Tetons:</strong> Most locations are early AM. Mormon barns, Schawabacher landing (good with clouds), String lake, Oxbow bend. Moose junction for great wildlife.<br>
<strong>Yellowstone:</strong> You have to plan around Geyser eruptions. Best bet would be stop at the visitor's center at "Old Faithful" get the eruption predictions and plan around. There are some other locations like Yellowstone falls (9-11 am typically to see a rainbow at the falls), Grand Prismatic from atop the hill nearby, Lamar valley for wildlife and the geyser basins around Mammoth and Old-Faithful.<br>
<strong>Glacier NP:</strong> For sunrise, Goose-island lookout, Lake Sherburne (Many Glacier area). For sunsets, Lake McDonald is best. Apgar area for mountain goats and big-horn sheep. Iceberg lake and Cracker lake if you got time for day-hikes. Many Glacier area at dawn/dusk is great for wildlife!<br>
<strong>Banff:</strong> For sunrise, Moraine Lake, Vermillion Lakes, Lake Louise, Two-Jack Lake, Cascade Ponds all work great. For sunset, any of the Vermillion Lakes will look. Bowriver parkway is good for wildlife. Nearby Banff, you also have the scenic Kananaskis country south of Canmore.<br>
<strong>Jasper:</strong> Is great for wildlife at the overlooks on Icefields parkway just after Columbia Icefields center and at Wilcox pass. Maligne lake for sunset, Edith Cavell and Angel Glacier for sunrise. If the weather is overcast head to the many waterfalls in the park: Tangle, Athabasca, and Sunawapta falls will not disappoint. Mistaya Canyon and Beauty Creek are great short hikes.<br>
My interest is mostly in landscapes and mountain reflections. So many of the above contain lakes. There are some great suggestions from others in this thread and you can't go wrong. You are covering great distances and are unlikely to be at the right place at the right time as planned. So be flexible, go with the flow, enjoy your time and try to have fun!</p>
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<p>Thanks Neill and Richard, Appreciate your feedback.<br>
Any suggestions on a 77mm filter for this lens?</p>
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<p>Thank you all for the great feedback!<br>
I'm leaning towards the Canon 100-400mm. I just feel that the focal length range may be handy than the 400 f 5.6L. I read about the "push/pull' zoom mechanism on this lens and it's been dubbed a "dust pump" that requires expensive cleaning. Any thoughts or experiences that one can share on this?<br>
Thanks again for your time and patience!</p>
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<p>Hello,<br>
I'm considering getting a zoom lens for my canon dslr and am debating between the <a href="http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-100-400mm-f-4.5-5.6-L-IS-USM-Lens-Review.aspx">Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS USM</a> and the <a href="http://www.kenrockwell.com/sigma/150-500mm.htm">Sigma 150-500 mm F 5-6.3 APO DG OS HSM</a>. <br />My primary interest is to make images of wildlife and birds. Also, would either of this work with a Tamron AF 1.4x Teleconverter? Aside from the cost $1650 vs $970 and reviews, what are the other practical considerations? I'm sure at least a few canon shooters had to consider these choices at one point of time and I'd like to get some feedback. Thanks!<br>
Best Regards,<br />Raghuveer</p>
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<p>In case of light rain or overcast conditions, you can check out some of the beautiful waterfalls in Vermont. Moss Glen Falls near Granville, about 1 hour drive from Woodstock is very pretty. Check this site for more details on waterfalls: http://www.northeastwaterfalls.com/</p>
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<p>Anybody seeing these, "HTTP 408/409 Server Busy Problems". I'm able to upload pictures to my workspace, but when I try to reply to critique comments, I get this message. It's been recurring theme since a week, and it's quite frustrating. Any help regarding this is kindly appreciated.<br>
Best Regards,<br>
Raghu</p>
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<p>I don't think you will have a problem with either of those bags. I have a CompuTrekker AW and was just able to squeeze it into the space under the seat. <a href="http://products.lowepro.com/product/CompuTrekker-AW,1924.htm">http://products.lowepro.com/product/CompuTrekker-AW,1924.htm</a><br>
The only downside would be that it may slightly protrude and encroach your legroom a bit.</p>
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<p>Vermont is a wonderful place to visit! There are churches, covered bridges, waterfalls, flowers and much more. Since, you have some time to plan, I suggest getting, "The photographer's guide to Vermont", by David Middleton. The book is concise and nicely written on what you can find across the state.<br>
Vermont also has some of the most picturesque waterfalls in the Norteast. If you're interested, you will find this link most helpful: <a href="http://www.northeastwaterfalls.com/">http://www.northeastwaterfalls.com/</a><br>
Happy Travels!</p>
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<p>I've flown the ERJ before. Anything bigger than a laptop bag most probably wont fit in the overhead space. Your best bet is aiming for something that'll go under the seat in front of you. Here are some helpful links:<br>
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