Have ~$900 budget to spend on optics (binos, spotting scope, tripod, bino holder). Currently have an aluminum meFoto backpackers tripod I can use, though it's a bit heavy (2.6lbs).
Have a few options, I've worked out:
Option 1:
Binos - buy Vortex Viper HD 12x50 new for $500
Rent Vortex Razor...
Planning a 2022 high country mule deer hunt, my first western hunt, and I'm trying to combine my experience backpacking with my eastern hunt experience.
One decision that I'm struggling with is bringing my Canon RP with EF 16-35mm L. When I backpack I typically bring it and use the Peak Design...