New cable release

The 99p cable releases suffered from one problem. The plugs had a habit of coming loose or falling out of the cameras. So I've splashed out on £12 versions (from China again) which have locking plugs of the type found on genuine Canon products.

I've spliced 2 together as I did before (see below) so that both cameras can be fired from a single trigger.

New lenses

Have replaced the 28-80's with better built 24-85's. The latter have the advantage of being;

1. wider - particularly important with my vertically mounted 10D's
2. easier to control focus with focussing window
3. both focussing and zoom are less susceptible to accidental movement

The disadvantage is that they're quite a bit heavier. I'd be happiest with fixed 24mm lenses but they're too pricey. My set-up - including the monopod which I always use -  now weighs in at a hefty 5.5kg! Have just ordered a 'holster' to attach to my belt to help support the monopod.