Quick Answer

Use the throwover bag hide as a quick drape over you, your camera, and tripod—no poles or pegs needed—and fit tripod leg sleeves before you leave home to keep your setup stable and concealed.

Why Combine a Throwover Hide with Leg Sleeves?

A throwover bag hide breaks up your outline instantly, but it works best when your tripod doesn't draw attention. Leg sleeves cover shiny metal and add a bit of grip, so the whole setup blends into the environment.

The C33 throwover hide is made from polycotton and rolls up small enough to fit in a camera bag or rucksack, so it's easy to carry on a walk. Leg sleeves are a separate addition that help keep your tripod quiet and less reflective.

Know Your Tripod Before Buying Sleeves

Tripod leg sleeves are designed for tripods without cross supports. If your tripod has cross braces, standard sleeves won't slide over them. Check this before you order, and if you're unsure, measure the leg diameter and length.

The C38 sleeves come as a set of three, so they cover each leg evenly. If your tripod has an odd number of legs (unlikely but possible), you'd need an extra set—but that's rare.

Step-by-Step Setup

  1. Check Your Tripod for Cross Supports: Before buying or fitting leg sleeves, confirm your tripod has no cross supports between the legs. If it does, standard sleeves won't slide on—consider a different concealment method. If you already own sleeves and they won't fit, you may need a tripod without cross supports.
  2. Fit the Tripod Leg Sleeves Before You Go: Slide each sleeve over the top of a tripod leg and pull it down to the foot. Make sure the sleeve lies flat and doesn't bunch up, which can catch on vegetation or make the leg unstable. Check that the sleeve doesn't cover the leg lock—if it does, you won't be able to adjust the height without removing it.
  3. Set Up Your Tripod and Camera: Position the tripod where you want to shoot, extend the legs to the desired height, and mount your camera. Ensure the tripod is level and stable before adding the hide. A common mistake is rushing this step—if the tripod is wobbly, the hide will make it worse.
  4. Drape the Throwover Bag Hide: Take the C33 hide out of its bag and throw it over yourself, your camera, and tripod. Adjust it so it covers your outline without covering the lens. You can also drape it over the camera and tripod alone if you're shooting from a distance. Make sure the hide doesn't touch the lens—any contact can cause vibrations or smudges.
  5. Secure the Hide for Windy Conditions: If it's breezy, weigh down the edges of the hide with a small stone or your backpack. The hide has no pegs, so you'll need to improvise to keep it from flapping. Flapping fabric can spook wildlife—always check for wind before settling in.

Products That Help

  • Sale - Throwover Bag Hides and Tripod Leg Sleeves: The C33 Throwover Bag Hide covers you, your camera, tripod, and seat with no poles or pegs, and rolls up to fit in a camera bag or rucksack. You get full-body concealment in seconds and can pack it away just as fast, making it ideal for mobile field photography.

    Sale - Throwover Bag Hides and Tripod Leg Sleeves

    Sale - Throwover Bag Hides and Tripod Leg Sleeves

  • Sale - Throwover Bag Hides and Tripod Leg Sleeves: The C38 Tripod Leg Sleeves are a set of three for tripods without cross supports, in a desert color. They cover reflective tripod legs to reduce glare and help your setup stay hidden in open habitats.