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The SkimmerSack Beanbag from NatureScapes is an extremely flexible and durable beanbag-style equipment support capable of endless shooting possibilities. It was originally designed to be used as a support for shooting from a car window opening. But with a unique "U" shaped design, the SkimmerSack can be used on any surface and almost any shooting scenario. Its construction allows you to fill it with a variety of materials such as beans, sunflower seeds or even plastic marbles. By adjusting the amount of fill, the SkimmerSack can be transformed for a variety of uses and the possibilities are endless simply by varying quantities of fill.
- The SkimmerSack has a unique shaped design and can be positioned on top of any surface and adjusted to a multitude of configurations.
- First ever "U" shaped bag with unique round-top design for use alone, or matched perfectly with the Skimmer Ground Pod II placed on top.
- For use with any lens and camera combination from wide angle up to a 600mm f/4 or 800mm f/5.6.
- Continuous non-skid Toughtek fabric inside of the legs for non slip grip on car doors.
- Highly contoured design allows less fill than other bags - weighs only 8 pounds when full using whole sunflower seeds.
- Large zippered opening with protective flap for easy secure filling.
- All seams are double stitched for extra strength - stress areas stitched at least 5 times. The SkimmerSack is extremely durable - most others bean bags are made of cheaper nylon "pack cloth" or cotton canvas materials and employ only single stitching methods.
- Hook and loop straps at each end of the "legs" for tying the bag down to door handles or safari roof racks.
- Sewn in handles on each side - may be used for tie downs or to secure the Skimmer Ground Pod II (optional) using a 3" climber's clip attached to the Skimmer's carrying tab.
- When used with the optional Skimmer Ground Pod II you can use with any ballhead, Gimbal head or simply install a Wimberley C-10 quick release plate for the lowest profile option. Riser blocks may also be used to fine tune your shooting height.
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Basic Fill Guidelines:
- With 70 - 90% fill you can place it over a car door and shoot with a lens alone or with the use of a Skimmer II Ground Pod (not included) on top. It can also be used upside down.
- With 40% fill the "legs" can be folded under making a flatter "pancake" style beanbag for use with smaller lenses or for a lower profile.
- With 70-80% fill the "legs" can be spread out and placed on top of a car or in between the rails of a safari vehicle - leaving the round surface available for cradling your lens or placing the Skimmer II on top.
- With 70 - 90% fill you can place it over a car door and shoot with a lens alone or with the use of a Skimmer II Ground Pod (not included) on top. It can also be used upside down.
| Material |
Durable 500 denier DuPont Cordura nylon (waterproof urethane coated) Non-skid Toughtek fabric for the interior |
| Closure |
Self-healing #5 zipper Hook and loop closures |
| Weight | Empty: 5 oz (141.7 g) |