Tenba Transport 38in Rolling Tripod/Grip Case (634-518)

My only complaints are that the internal side "compartments" are just loose sleeves that don't protect anything stored in them, and that the bottom -- when the case is upright (standing on end) -- doesn't have a foot to counter the wheels so it sits at about a 30 degree tilt. Made in China, not in Brooklyn, NY as the seller originally stated. (Tenba is apparently based in Brooklyn, as am I)

We do real estate photography and videography, so we always have to have a multi-flash setup (lots of light stands) and are always on-the-go. For portability, and functionality, this bag really fulfills both of those requirements. The reason our company went with Tenba was due to their reputation of high-quality materials, including long lasting wheels and the highest quality zippers (2 things that are always first to go on a cheap bag).We've been using these bags for about 3 months now, and so far no sign of severe wear or failure regarding the wheels or zippers. They get the job done, and we would highly recommend them.If I was to make any recommendations to anyone thinking of purchasing this bag - or suggestions for improvement to Tenba - it would be that the overall case doesn't feel super thick like we were expecting. We haven't had any problems with regards to it to this point; however other Tenba bags (and a few other companies making these long rollers) seem to have a little more padding. Making it not as thick does keep the weight down (important for being on the go), but I think we were just expecting something a little thicker. Also, I wish we had the capability to compartmentalize items (dividers or something like that). But maybe that's just under the most ideal scenario with the "ultimate" bag.I would highly recommend this product for anyone who needs to carry around a lot of photo/video gear (tripods, light stands, lighting) and is looking for high quality.

Overall this is a very well build bag, super lightweight and under the max airline size requirement. The lack of lockable zippers or anyway to lock the bag seems like a huge oversight. Also the interior of the back is a slick nylon material so you can't add any dividers to the interior of the bag so its very difficult to separate different pieces of gear and if TSA looks through it it all just gets piled back in. The velcro handle attachment isn't enough to keep the handles together most of the time if checking the bag, making me wish it had different handles.

Very good case, wheels work well, zipper a little sticky in one spot but will work itself out I trust. Not a ton of padding or weight, perfect for stands, sliders and tripods.

Just received - looks like a great case, with one big exception.According to the Tenba website, and according to their brochure, outside dimensions are 39W x 10.5H x 10.5D. But I just measured it, and it's 10.75 x 11.5 x 40, or 10.75 x 13 x 40 if you count the wheels. That's a crucial difference, because up to 62 inches total dimensions will fly as baggage for free on Southwest Airlines, but this case is 64 and three quarters; and that means a $50 oversize charge each way (more on other airlines).Wny is it hard to publish the actual dimensions? Tenba does this same under-measurement on many of their products, maybe all of them. I don't appreciate it at all._____________Now some months later - I've flown with it twice and not gotten caught. My brother-in-law, who works for an airline, thinks I won't. He feels no one will measure size but will measure weight, and it's not that hard to avoid being over 50 pounds. Still, the penalty is large if someone measures. United Airlines and American will ding me $200 each way if oversize. Since I purchased Southwest has increased their oversize fee from $50 to $75 each way. So if the airline measures, you pay $150 to $400 per trip baggage fee. Would it really be that hard to keep it at 62 inches?

Tenba knows how to make a case. We have used this case to transport gear back and forth across the country for more than a year. It has been subjected to the gorillas who do the baggage handling at airports who throw it around and it is still in great shape.It has been used to carry tripods, light stands, etc.The wheels make life so much easier if you've ever had a case without wheels and you've tried to get around airports/hotels.We generally have it packed to near 70lbs capacity that the airlines will allow and it is still in great shape.The only criticism is that the zippers are hard to zip/unzip, but I think that actually just makes it more secure while in transit.

Excellent roller bag/box. I’m a cinematographer and this support roller fit a 9 foot Manfrotto tripod (obviously collapsed), a regular Manfrotto tripod, 2 Sirui monopods, 2 light stands, a gorillapod and one or two other little clamps and odds and ends. I’m now able to bring all of my support gear in somewhere in one shot. It’s pretty tough too. We’ll see how the wheels and body hold up over time but so far, so good. Plus, the company is based in Brooklyn from what I understand and it’s reasonably priced. Win / win

Perfect airline case for tripods, light stands, chargers, clothes, and umbrellas. Never gotten charged oversized either!