On Thu, 3 Jan 2002 13:16:17 -0800, Valerie S. wrote:

>This is reeally kind of silly. Every tripod I've had (for still
>photography) has been black or dark grey. Is there any disadvantage to a
>silver tripod? I've found a very good price on a Bogen 3221 in silver
>and wondering what experience would say about that.

Silver can be good on location where the area is
light-colored - but it stands out in dark locations...
BTW the "3221" is a set of black legs (only - with no
head...); the chrome ones are "3021"; the 3063 head is
an acceptable match (a little stiff for the strength
of the legs, but useable and smoother than lighter
heads...).