Manfrotto 055 tripod users - which bag?

[kartracer]

I have the 055XPROB with a 496 ball head. Some users report the MBAG80 bag is too bulky, whilst others say the MBAG70 will not easily take the tripod with head attached (though some of those users have the three-way head). WIll I get my tripod and ball-head in the '70' version?

 

[markmullen]

In my experience only if it is a small head (I don't use Manfrotto heads so can't help). My 055XPROB with Giottos 7001 head only just fitted and the zip was stretched tight over the head. The MBAG80 is a much better fit.

 

[kartracer]

Thanks. I got the tape measure out - it looks like I need the MBAG80, or ThinkTank Bazooka. I'd prefer the latter compared to the garish Manfrotto, but cannot find it at a discount price!